Whether you’re planning an event or celebrating a special occasion at home, Cabochon lights are a great option for any project.

Popular for weddings, birthdays, corporate staff parties, and traditional fairgrounds, these lights will brighten up any event.

Cabochon lights have become extremely popular in the event planning industry. However, with so many lighting options available, it can be difficult to find the right lights to suit your needs. To make your decision easier, we’ve rounded up everything you need to know about choosing the right Cabochon lights.

In this guide:

• What are Cabochon lights?
• Types of Cabochon lights
• Choosing the best Cabochon lights for your project
• Why choose LED Cabochon lights?

What are Cabochon Lights?

Sharing their name with a bright gemstone, Cabochon lights are small, colourful lightbulbs commonly used in fairgrounds and amusement parks around the world.

These bright lights have also become increasingly popular for creating bespoke lighting projects for weddings and special events. Whether you’re looking for a Mr & Mrs light-up sign for a wedding reception or something unique for your home, Cabochon lights are an excellent choice.

Cabochon lights can be mounted onto a range of materials to create a variety of images, words, and designs.

Types of Cabochon Lights

Whatever the occasion, there are several types of Cabochon lights to choose from. Available in a range of colours, sizes, and price points, there is something for everyone and every project.

E10

As the original fairground light, E10 Cabochons are adaptable for any commercial event or special occasion. They’re also ideal for marquee lighting and home décor, making them a popular choice.

These small lights feature a unique diamond shape and come in a variety of colours, including blue, orange, fuchsia, purple, and magenta.

Flat E10

Unlike traditional E10 lights, Flat E10 Cabochons offer a completely different effect.

Providing a beautiful illumination, these lights will dramatically brighten up any venue. The flat Cabochon base is available in either white or chrome finishes. At WeLoveLEDs, we provide 15 cap colours and two base colours, allowing you to create a wide range of lighting combinations.

E14

With 15 colours to choose from, E14 Cabochon lights create a luminous effect with a distinct diamond shape, perfect for creating a striking radial light display. These lights are especially popular for corporate events.

Pixel Cabochons

For a more high-tech solution, Pixel Cabochon lights can be programmed to any pattern or colour setting. These LED lights come in various shapes and sizes. At WeLoveLEDs, we provide fixing nuts and two waterproof 3-pin connectors on 110mm cables. You can connect up to 512 lights in one run to create stunning, memorable effects.

RGB Cabochons

Best suited for large lighting displays, RGB DMX512 Cabochons combine vibrant LED lighting with a distinctive carnival aesthetic. With a sleek, slimline design, they offer a modern twist on traditional cabochon lights. Each light is individually addressable, allowing precise control and flexibility to create custom patterns or effects.

Thanks to their compatibility with DMX512 controllers, these cabochons can be easily programmed to suit your display needs, offering dynamic and synchronised lighting without the hassle of extensive pre-programming during installation.

Choosing the Best Cabochon Lights for Your Project

With so many types of Cabochon lights available, it can be difficult to choose the right lighting for your event or business. It’s important to have a clear idea of what your project entails before selecting your lights. Consider your budget, the event location, and the desired effect.

Indoor or Outdoor Events

The location of your event will impact the type of lighting you need.

Cabochon lighting it suitable for Indoor and Outdoor events. The controllers and LED drivers that are used may not be suitable for external use without additional  protection, but please speak with a member of the team and they can help you choose.

Colours

Colour schemes are often crucial for events. From weddings to corporate functions, knowing your event’s colour theme helps in choosing the right lighting.

Once you’ve selected your décor, you can match your lighting to create the desired look. For example, you might opt for clear or white bulbs for a classic appearance or multi-coloured lights for a carnival-themed event. Cabochon lights offer a wide range of colours to suit different styles and preferences.

Sequences and Controllers

After deciding on the location and theme of your event, consider the effects you’d like to achieve with your lights.

You may want to create a lighting sequence to match music or switch colours every few seconds. Some people prefer to stick with one static colour throughout the event.

The type of lights you choose will depend on your intended effect. 

Why Choose LED Cabochon Lights?

LED Cabochon lights offer affordability, unique style, and adaptability to suit a wide range of event themes. Whether you’re planning a fairground-inspired children’s party or a vintage-style wedding, Cabochon lights allow you to create bespoke lighting projects.

Additionally, these lights are energy-efficient, have a long lifespan, and provide an impressive level of brightness with low heat output.

For more information or to explore our collection of Cabochon lights, contact our team today at sales@weloveleds.co.uk or call us on 0113 252 4706.