LED puck lights installed under kitchen cabinets with even countertop illumination

LED Puck Lights

Compact, reliable LED puck lighting engineered for cabinet, countertop, shelf, and display projects. LIBO supports lighting importers and OEM brands with tailored fixture dimensions, lighting distribution, and project-specific wiring configurations.

Explore Our LED Puck Lights

Review our standard configurations below. Cutout, wire length, connector type, and CCT can be verified during sample development to match your cabinet layout.

Surface mount LED puck light with diffused lens

LB-PL-Surface-01

  • Mounting: Surface Mount
  • Voltage: 12V / 24V DC
  • Diameter: 4in
  • CCT: 3000K / 4000K / 5000K
  • Lens: Frosted Diffuser
Recessed LED cabinet puck light

LUL-25

  • Mounting: Recessed/ Surface
  • Cutout: Check spec sheet
  • Voltage: 12V / 24V DC
  • Profile: Ultra-Slim
  • Connector: Quick Connect
Linkable LED puck light for display shelves

LUL-35

  • Feature: Daisy-Chain Linkable
  • Mounting: Surface / Recessed
  • Wire Length: Customizable
  • Dimming: Driver Dependent
  • Finish: White / Black / Silver
Dimmable LED puck lighting kit

LUL-14

  • Package: Multi-Light Kit
  • Driver: Included (Plug-in/Hardwire)
  • Distribution Block: Included
  • Application: Kitchen Countertops
  • Certifications: ETL

LED Puck Lighting Without Distracting Hot Spots

When multiple puck lights are installed beneath a run of kitchen wall cabinets, the lighting overlap determines whether the countertop looks like a continuous workspace or a series of bright circles.

If the beam distribution is too narrow or the fixture spacing is incorrect, visible hot spots and dark gaps will appear. This issue is magnified on polished stone, quartz, or glass surfaces where harsh reflections are easily seen.

Resolving Uneven Illumination

During sample development, LIBO helps buyers review the lighting effect based on real project dimensions. We can verify:

  • Diffuser structure (frosted vs. clear lens)
  • Fixture spacing recommendations
  • Mounting height impact
  • LED positioning within the housing
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Uneven / Hot Spots
Uneven hot spots with LED puck lights
More Uniform Illumination
More uniform countertop illumination with LED puck lights

Choose the Light Distribution for the Application

Different projects require different lighting effects. A kitchen countertop generally needs reduced hot spots and continuous illumination, while a display cabinet may require focused accent lighting to highlight specific items.

Diffused LED puck light creating soft continuous illumination

Diffused Lighting

Utilizes frosted lenses or specific diffuser structures to soften the light output. Ideal for under-cabinet task lighting where minimizing glare and reflections on glossy countertops is critical.

Clear lens LED puck light providing focused accent lighting

Focused Lighting

Often utilizes clear lenses or specific optics to direct the beam. Best suited for glass cabinets, retail displays, or open shelving where accentuating objects is the primary goal.

Cabinet wiring diagram showing driver, connectors, and multiple LED puck lights

Plan the Wiring Before the Cabinet Is Installed

While the puck light itself is small, connecting multiple fixtures is rarely simple. A typical kitchen project might have 8 or more puck lights distributed across left cabinets, a range hood section, and right cabinets.

If the wire is too short, the connector cannot pass through a cabinet partition, or the driver has nowhere to hide, the installer faces on-site drilling and messy exposed cables.

Verify Before Mass Production

During the pre-production sample stage, we encourage buyers to confirm the entire electrical layout:

  • Wire length & routing
  • Connector size
  • Driver location
  • Jumper cable needs

Surface Mount vs Recessed Puck Lights

Choosing the right mounting method affects both the visual outcome and the installation complexity of the cabinet project.

Cross section of a surface mount LED puck light installation

Surface Mount

  • Easier Installation: Requires only small holes for wire routing and screws, minimizing cabinet modification.
  • Retrofit Friendly: Ideal for adding lighting to existing cabinets without major carpentry work.
  • Visibility: The fixture housing remains visible below the cabinet line.
Cross section of a recessed LED puck light flush with the cabinet

Recessed Mount

  • Cleaner Appearance: Fixture sits nearly flush with the surface for a seamless, integrated look.
  • Cutout Required: Demands precise hole cutting during cabinet manufacturing or installation.
  • Cabinet Thickness: Must verify that the cabinet base is thick enough to accommodate the recessed depth.

Application Configurations

Lighting layout and fixture selection shift dramatically based on where the puck lights are installed.

Kitchen under cabinet lighting application using LED puck lights

Kitchen Countertop

Focuses on uniform light, proper fixture spacing, glare reduction, and accommodating cabinet depth variations.

Open shelf lighting application using slim LED puck lights

Shelf Lighting

Prioritizes minimal fixture visibility, a slim profile, and strategies for hiding linking cables along the shelf edge.

Display cabinet accent lighting with focused LED puck lights

Display Cabinet

Requires specific beam direction, high color rendering (CRI) to showcase items, and focused visual accents.

Closet and pantry task lighting with LED pucks

Closet / Pantry

Demands compact installation, smart control compatibility, and efficient wiring routes through small partitions.

How to Choose LED Puck Lights for Your Project

1

Confirm Mounting Method

Decide between surface mount (easier routing) or recessed (cleaner look, requires cutout).

2

Confirm Fixture Size

Verify the diameter, thickness, cabinet clearance, and specific cutout dimensions required.

3

Confirm Voltage

Select standard low voltage (12V or 24V DC) based on the driver setup and run length.

4

Choose Light Distribution

Analyze the diffuser, beam spread, and countertop material to prevent unwanted glare.

5

Choose CCT

Match the color temperature to the cabinet finish and overall room lighting design.

6

Plan Fixture Spacing

Calculate spacing considering fixture output, beam overlap, and total cabinet width.

7

Plan the Wiring

Pre-determine driver location, connector types, jumper lengths, and cabinet partitions.

8

Confirm Dimming

Ensure the driver, dimming protocol, and target wall dimmer are fully compatible.

Connecting Multiple Puck Lights Without Exposed Wiring

B2B buyers rarely purchase a single puck light. Projects typically involve sets of 6, 9, 12, or more fixtures connected to a central power source.

Depending on the model, we can configure the system using daisy-chain connections, splitters, or dedicated linking cables. Before finalizing the order, it is crucial to determine the total load, driver capacity, and how the cables will traverse different cabinet sections.

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Wiring diagram showing multiple LED puck lights connected to a low voltage driver

Dimming Starts With the Driver

Whether a puck light is dimmable is rarely just a question of the LED chip. It relies heavily on the interaction between the low-voltage driver, the total wattage load, and the specific wall dimmer used on site.

Dimmer
Driver
Multiple Pucks

Target dimmer compatibility can be verified during sample testing to ensure smooth operation across the desired dimming range.

OEM & Project Customization

We adapt our manufacturing to your project specifications, ensuring the product fits the cabinet, not the other way around.

Customizable Elements (Subject to Model)

  • Fixture diameter & cutout
  • Housing finish
  • Wire length & connector
  • Target CCT & Wattage
  • Driver selection
  • Packaging & Labeling

Project Flow

Cabinet Drawing Spec Confirmation Sample Installation Test Approval Mass Production
Product drawing and customized LED puck light sample
LIBO structural and electronic engineering team reviewing project drawings

Engineering Support

Clients often provide cabinet drawings, mounting hole dimensions, or target driver locations. Our engineering teams (approx. 10 structural and 6 electronic engineers) review these requirements to confirm mechanical structure, LED integration, and wiring feasibility before production begins.

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Installation and lighting test of LED puck light samples

Sample Approval Before Mass Production

The sample stage is not just to check the light; it is to verify the installation. We advise buyers to test:

  • Lighting: Hotspots, brightness, CCT.
  • Mechanical: Cutout, thickness, mounting.
  • Electrical: Wire length, connector size.
  • Installation: Routing, cabinet clearance.
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Factory Capability & Compliance

Founded in 2004, LIBO LIGHTING operates an approx. 15,000 m² facility with roughly 300 employees, managing project development, assembly, testing, and packaging in-house.

Product Compliance

ETL and FCC listings are available according to specific models. Please refer to the product specification for exact details.

Factory Management

Our facility operates under ISO quality management and BSCI social compliance standards.

LIBO lighting factory production line LED puck light testing and certification process Thumbnail of LIBO factory overview video

Meet Us at International Trade Shows

Review physical samples, compare fixture sizes, check housing finishes, and discuss your project drawings directly with our team at major lighting exhibitions.

Buyers reviewing LED puck light samples at a trade show LIBO lighting exhibition booth displaying cabinet lighting Team discussing project drawings with a client at an expo Close up of new LED puck light designs at trade show display

Frequently Asked Questions

What are LED puck lights used for?
LED puck lights are compact fixtures commonly used for under-cabinet, shelf, display, and task lighting where a small fixture needs to deliver focused or diffused illumination. They provide targeted light in areas where linear bars might be too large.
Why do puck lights create hot spots?
Hot spots are typically caused by a concentrated light source combined with a narrow beam distribution, improper fixture spacing, or reflections off glossy countertops like polished quartz.
How can puck light illumination be made more uniform?
Illumination can be made more uniform by utilizing frosted diffusers, increasing the beam overlap through closer fixture spacing, and reviewing the lighting layout during the sample development phase.
Surface mount vs recessed puck lights: which should I choose?
Surface mount models require fewer cabinet modifications making them easier to install, though the fixture remains visible. Recessed models offer a cleaner, flush appearance but require precise cutouts and sufficient cabinet thickness.
How should LED puck lights be spaced?
Spacing depends on fixture output, beam distribution, mounting height, and the countertop surface. We recommend verifying the layout through sample testing to ensure the desired overlap is achieved.
How do multiple puck lights connect to one driver?
Multiple low-voltage puck lights typically connect via quick connectors, linking cables, or a central distribution block attached to the driver. The specific wiring method depends on the chosen model and project layout.
Are LED puck lights dimmable?
Dimming capability depends on the selected driver, the fixture design, and compatibility with the target wall dimmer. This should be verified during the sample approval stage.
Can the wire length and connector be customized?
Yes, depending on the model and order volume, wire length and connector types can be adjusted to fit specific cabinet routing requirements, preventing on-site installation issues.

Planning an LED Puck Lighting Project?

To help us identify the most suitable model and wiring configuration, please provide details such as your cabinet drawing, fixture quantity, preferred mounting method, cutout size, target CCT, voltage, and wire length requirements.

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