PETAL is a fully open-source lighting toolkit designed with a strict commitment to compatibility and accessibility. Each module can be fabricated completely from scratch using our CAD files we have made available for free. Running on industry-standard DMX over LAN control protocols, the PETAL system can be integrated into any existing lighting rig and applied to any creative project.
Inception of our novel design approach began with Jeff's simple yet elegant cable spool, featuring a structural upward-facing socket and sturdy aluminum assembly. Paired with a controller that delivers power and data through a single cable, this module enables a speedy setup completely free from tripod stands or cable mess.
The brain houses a QuinLED-Dig-Octa stack providing reliable power distribution and data management to run an array of addressable LEDs. This compact yet powerful module is an ideal hub to build your light show around.
We currently offer two official fixture designs: the Stacker Tubes and the XLR Tubes. Both feature 1 meter of addressable RGBW COB LEDs mounted on an aluminum channel with a diffuser that serves as the housing. The Stacker Tubes come in pairs and can be connected to the spool to create a seamless, freestanding 2-meter vertical column of light. The XLR Tube connects directly to the brain via a standard XLR or 3-pin DMX cable, and features a 1/4" - 20 thread on either end making it ideal for hanging, mounting on stands, or rigging to truss systems.
This is an open source project with the primary goal of innovating in the lighting space. Whether you buy a kit or not, we will be available to answer your questions and explore the possibilities of lighting technology with you. Thank you for your interest and support in PETAL.
