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;de-dome: to remove the round plastic dome over the die on an LED; if the beam is properly focused by a reflector, the overall throw can be increased since the reflector sees a smaller die. Domes are not usually meant to be removed and it can be tricky removing one without damaging the LED. | ;de-dome: to remove the round plastic dome over the die on an LED; if the beam is properly focused by a reflector, the overall throw can be increased since the reflector sees a smaller die. Overall output typically goes down. Domes are not usually meant to be removed and it can be tricky removing one without damaging the LED. One method is soaking the LED in gasoline for 24 hours which makes the dome fall off. | ||
;die: the part of the LED that actually produces light. It is usually yellow and protected by a clear dome. | ;die: the part of the LED that actually produces light. It is usually yellow and protected by a clear dome. | ||