What Optoelectronix does

OptoElectronix, Inc. is a privately held US corporation that designs and manufactures LED Light Engines, luminaires, and integrated lighting solutions for commercial and industrial OEM customers. The company was founded in 2006 and is headquartered in Morgan Hill, California (Silicon Valley), with manufacturing and operational headquarters in Penang, Malaysia, and an Asia Sales and Operations Centre in Bayan Lepas, Malaysia operated through wholly-owned subsidiary OEI Malaysia Sdn Bhd.

The core technology integrates an LED light source, lens optics, driver electronics, and thermal management into modular platforms branded as the Universal Light Engine™ and Universal Light Fixture™. The product catalog spans nine categories and more than 35 product series, including configurations for horticulture, high-temperature environments, paint booths, off-road vehicles, and linear strip lighting. Adjacent offerings include Custom Wire Harness Assemblies and High Precision Plastic Injection Molding services that leverage in-house tooling capacity. Certifications include UL listing (file E537699), NSF/ANSI 2 Food Equipment, and IESNA LM80-08 lumen-maintenance compliance.

The business model is OEM-focused: OptoElectronix sells engineered lighting subsystems to manufacturers and integrators rather than to end users, supplemented by North American distribution through Marsh Electronics and direct sales for larger accounts. Leadership averages 40 years of industry experience (CEO Robert Kow, Chairman/Co-Founder Chuck Berghoff, VP Sales Jim Schenck, Operations & Finance Director Nelda Pawan). No external funding rounds, M&A, or public financials are disclosed, indicating founder-controlled, internally financed operations.

Name

Optoelectronix

Legal name

OptoElectronix, Inc.

Website

https://optoelectronix.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2006

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

OptoElectronix is a privately held US LED lighting manufacturer that designs and produces integrated LED light engines, fixtures, and luminaires for commercial and industrial OEM customers across horticulture, high-temperature, paint booth, and off-road vehicle applications, with operations in California and Malaysia.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

LED Lighting Manufacturing

NAICS

Commercial, Industrial, and Institutional Electric Lighting Fixture Manufacturing (335132), Electric Lighting Equipment Manufacturing (33513)

SIC

Electric Lighting & Wiring Equipment (3640)

akta.pro primary industry

Outdoor & Area Lighting (Street, Roadway, Parking, Flood, Sports/Architectural exterior) (IMAGAIAB)

akta.pro secondary industry

Optoelectronic Components (LEDs, photodiodes, optocouplers, optical sensors) (IMAGAJAF)

Keywords

• LED light engines
• Industrial LED lighting
• Horticulture lighting solutions
• High temperature LED fixtures
• Plastic injection molding services

Headquarters

HQ city

San Jose

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. LED Light Engine Sales: Sale of LED light engines, fixtures, luminaires and lighting solutions as finished products. Products are sold through direct sales and channel partners.
2. Custom Product Design and Manufacturing: Customized product design services including feasibility assessment, design, cost analysis and manufacturing for specific customer applications.
3. Precision Plastic Injection Molding: Custom plastic molding services from design to finished parts, accommodating low and high volume production
4. Wire Harness Assemblies: Custom or specialized wire assemblies and harnesses with fast turnaround and competitive pricing

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

OptoElectronix designs and manufactures LED Light Engines, fixtures, luminaires, and lighting solutions under its proprietary Universal Light Engine and Universal Light Fixture product platforms. The company provides complete integrated LED lighting modules combining light source, lens, driver, and thermal management, and complements these with custom wire harness assembly and high precision plastic injection molding services. Its products target commercial and industrial applications including area lighting, horticulture, high temperature environments, paint booths, food display cases, and off-road vehicles.

Product overview

OptoElectronix is a leading designer and manufacturer of LED Light Engines, fixtures, luminaires and lighting solutions. The company's product portfolio centers on its Universal Light Engine and Universal Light Fixture product lines, organized across nine distinct product categories: Compact Light Engines (ULE21VW, ULE28000 B-Series, ULE28000 RGBW, ULE28000 SP, ULE3020, ULE43000), Linear Luminaires (ULF8000-LP, ULF8200-LP, ULF24000 Series, ULF24000 B-Series, ULF24000 SP, ULF24000 SP5, ULF39000, ULF40000, ULF83000 SP), Linear Light Strips (ULE19000, ULE53000, ULF58000, ULE61000, ULE62000, ULE67000), Horticulture Lighting (ULF8000 SP, ULE35000 SP, ULF36000, ULF60000, ULF63000), Area Lighting (ULF12000, ULF12000 SP, ULF56000 SP), High Temperature Lighting (ULF31000, ULF37000 SP, ULE68000 SP, ULF69000 SP, ULF85000 SP), Off Road Vehicle Lighting (ULF32000, ULF33000 SP, ULF46000 SP, ULF59000 SP, URB1000 SP), and Paint Booth Lighting (ULF83000 SP). Beyond LED products, the company provides value-added services including Custom Wire Harness Assemblies and High Precision Plastic Injection Molding, enabling customized solutions for specific market applications.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Universal Light Engine™: LED light engine product platform trademarked by OptoElectronix for integrated LED lighting solutions.
• Universal Light Fixture™

Products and services

• ULE21VW Series Compact Light Engine A complete LED lighting solution integrating LED light source, lens, driver, and thermal management in a compact single package. Connects directly to 12V AC or DC power source, available in warm, neutral, or cool white. The HO series offers higher brightness for 12VDC applications. Designed for OEM integrators and commercial lighting applications.
• ULE28000 B-Series Compact Light Engine Upgraded version of the ULE28000 featuring latest LED models and CISPR 15 compliance. Complete LED lighting solution integrating LED light source, lens, driver, and thermal management in a compact package. Available in Warm, Neutral or Cool White.
• ULE28000 RGBW Series Compact Light Engine RGBW color Puck Light designed for color mixing applications typically used in attraction display signage or background color lighting. Compatible with several types of digital RGBW controllers.
• ULE28000 SP Series Compact Light Engine A derivative of the ULE28000 with specialized or customized performance characteristics. Features customizable housing (anodized black or nickel-plated) and lens options (clear or frosted). Driver can be integrated or configured externally.
• ULE3020 Series Compact Light Engine Waterproof version of the ULE3010 Series that can withstand full immersion in three inches of water head pressure for 24 hours. Designed for fully wet or submerged conditions such as ice-box applications. Available in White and Blue with customizable colors.
• ULE43000 Series Compact Light Engine Consists of a focusing lens and one high power LED mounted on a PCB with two terminals for daisy-chaining. Features a narrow beam with asymmetrical beam pattern. Typical drive current is 300mA.
• ULF12000 Series Area Lighting Fixture Area lighting fixture designed to replace HPS or Metal Halide lighting, optimized to deliver light directly to the working surface. Can be mounted from ceiling, on post, or at ground level for hi-bay lights, parking bays, flood lighting, factory and warehouse applications. Suitable for indoor or outdoor use.
• ULF12000 SP Series Area Lighting Fixture Area lighting fixture replacing HPS or Metal Halide lighting, optimized for delivering light directly to working surfaces. Mountable from ceiling, on post, or at ground level for hi-bay, parking bays, flood, factory, and warehouse applications. Indoor/outdoor use.
• ULF56000 SP Series Area Lighting Fixture Area lighting fixture replacing HPS or Metal Halide lighting, optimized to deliver light directly to the working surface. The ULF569WE SP01 model weighs only 9kg and is ideal for high-mast lighting applications including hi-bay lights, parking bays, flood lighting, factory and warehouse. Indoor/outdoor use.
• ULF8000-LP Series Linear Luminaire Integrated fixture that does not require an external power supply. LEDs, thermal system and electronics are fully integrated within the unit. Lights up instantaneously without starter or ballast.
• ULF8200-LP Series Linear Luminaire Integrated fixture specifically designed to run on 24Vdc input supply. LEDs, thermal system and electronics are fully integrated within the unit.
• ULF24000 Series Linear Luminaire Complete lighting solution integrating LEDs, thermal system and electronics within the unit. Rectangular form factor powered directly from 50/60 Hz AC mains.
• ULF24000 B-Series Linear Luminaire Cost-effective version of the ULF24000. Complete lighting solution integrating LEDs, thermal system and electronics within the unit, powered directly from 50/60 Hz AC mains.
• ULF24000 SP Series Linear Luminaire Iteration of the ULF24000 with defined special features. Complete lighting solution integrating LEDs, thermal system and electronics within the unit. Rectangular form factor powered directly from 50/60 Hz AC mains.
• ULF24000 SP5 Series Linear Luminaire Intelligent lighting series designed to provide illumination exactly when needed. Features motion detection (optional), high brightness, and IP rating. Built for cold storage rooms, warehouses and industrial spaces.
• ULF39000 Series Linear Luminaire Linear light tube specifically designed for illuminating food display cabinets, typically as a replacement for fluorescent tubes. Can be vertically mounted on left or right side of the door or in the center beam. Built-in constant current driver gives constant light output under varying input voltage conditions.
• ULF40000 Series Linear Luminaire Linear light tube with plastic housing, specifically designed for display cabinets or under-counter applications as a replacement for fluorescent tubes.
• ULF83000 SP Series Paint Booth Luminaire Luminaire consisting of highly reliable LEDs with optics, thermal management and dimming capabilities. Constant current drive ensures uniform light distribution. Designed for recess mounting specifically for paint booth installation. Operates with input voltage range from 120VAC to 277VAC 50/60Hz. Features sealed construction with 16-gauge white powder-coated steel housing, non-glare translucent matte finish tempered glass. Class I Division 2 lighting fixture for spray painting booths.
• ULF31000 Series High Temperature Lighting Consists of two LED light tubes and a remote power supply for temperatures exceeding 80 degrees Celsius (176 degrees Fahrenheit). Built with selected high efficiency LEDs mounted on customized aluminum heat-sink for optimum thermal management. Customized LED driver ensures consistent light quality.
• ULF37000 SP Series High Temperature Lighting Luminaire designed for high temperature applications typically as a replacement for halogen lamps. Designed to operate with a driver with input voltage of 24VDC. Constant light output regulated by built-in constant current drivers.
• ULE68000 SP Series High Temperature Compact Light Engine Upgraded version of the ULE28000 featuring latest LED models. Passes CISPR 15, 10m radiated emission specifications and high operating temperature of 120 degrees Celsius.
• ULF69000 SP Series High Temperature Lighting Designed for use in high temperature ovens of up to 500 degrees Celsius, replacing halogen lamps typically used in such applications.
• ULF85000 SP Series High Temperature LED Light Tube LED light tube designed for high temperature applications (-20 to 115 degrees Celsius). Built with selected high efficacy LEDs mounted on customized aluminum heat-sink for optimum thermal management. Power input is 24V DC. Features sealed construction, shatter-proof compliant to NSF/ANSI 2 Food Equipment standard. Connection pins designed to G5 dimensions for direct retrofit to existing fluorescent lighting sockets. Suitable for warming ovens.
• ULF8000 SP Series Horticulture Lighting Series of tubes primarily designed for horticulture lighting. Several models available with different LEDs to cater for different set-up conditions and requirements.
• ULE35000 SP Series Horticulture Light Strip Thin light strip designed for use as a light source in confined spaces, effective for horticulture lighting. Integrated driver powered by 24V DC. SP01 model has three pole push-button wire terminal block for easy installation with PWM input for dimming. SP02 model features two-wire waterproof connector.
• ULF36000 Series Horticulture Light Strip Low profile encased light strip designed for use as a light source in confined spaces. Integrated driver regulating constant current powered by 24V DC.
• ULF60000 Series Horticulture Lighting Slim profile tubes primarily designed for horticulture lighting. Several models available with different LED types and configuration to cater for different set-up conditions and requirements.
• ULF63000 Series Horticulture Lighting Fixture Lighting fixture for horticulture application designed with optimal uses of materials offering high performance with minimal initial investments and economical cost of ownership. Various light spectrum can be configured to suit different crops and growing conditions.
• ULE19000 Light Strip Series Light strip consisting of LEDs mounted on heat-dissipative circuit board. Metal clad substrates act as effective heat-sink dissipating heat away from the LED preventing output degradation.
• ULE53000 Series Light Strip LEDs mounted on PCB with two terminals for daisy-chaining. Typical drive current is 300mA. Direct mountable using screws onto the application surface.
• ULF58000 Series Linear Light Tube Linear light tube designed for illuminating food display cabinets, typically as a replacement for fluorescent tubes. Can be vertically mounted on left or right side of the door or horizontally in the center. Built-in constant current driver gives constant light output under varying input voltage conditions.
• ULE61000 Series Flexible Light Strip Flexible light strip with light emitting off one side of the strip. Consists of side-emitting LEDs mounted on flexible printed circuit board, robustly encased in transparent plastic for water resistance and ease of handling.
• ULE62000 Series Flexible Light Strip Light strip consisting of LEDs mounted on flexible printed circuit board, robustly encased in transparent polymer covering for water resistance and ease of handling. Light output can be single color or multi-color.
• ULE67000 Series Flexible LED Light Strip Flexible LED light strip. Typically mounting is achieved using the adhesive backing on the strip. Used as light source in applications like back lighting, cabinet lighting, machine lighting, etc.
• ULF32000 Series Off Road Vehicle Interior Lighting Designed for installation inside a vehicle for interior lighting or dome light.
• ULF33000 SP Series Vehicle Map Light Designed for installation inside a vehicle for use as a map light. Fully integrated with adjustable eyeball and limited variable focus.
• ULF46000 SP Series Off Road Vehicle LED Module LED Module consisting of LED light source with optics and thermal management system. Integrated heat-sink dissipates heat away from the LED preventing output degradation. Designed for use in non-automotive vehicle lighting such as lawn mowers, snow-blowers, road sweepers.
• ULF59000 SP Series Vehicle Interior Lighting Designed for installation inside a vehicle for interior lighting or dome light. Consistent light quality ensured with customized integrated LED driver.
• URB1000 SP Series LED Module LED Module consisting of LED light source with optics and thermal management system. Integrated heat-sink dissipates heat away from the LED preventing output degradation. Designed for use in non-automotive vehicle lighting such as lawn mowers, snow-blowers, road sweepers. Direct mountable to standard push-in and twist light bulb fitting.
• Wire Assemblies and Harnesses Customized or specialized wire assemblies and harnesses provided in collaboration with manufacturing partners. Custom or standard designs with fast turnaround and competitive pricing.
• Plastic Molding and Casting Services Custom Plastic Molding services from design to high quality finished parts at competitive pricing. Accommodates low volume as well as high volume production. Includes Design For Manufacturability (DFM) with Mold Flow Analysis, full CAD drawings from concepts, metal mold fabrication, and First Article Approval samples.

Quantifiable outcome

• Products replace HPS and Metal Halide lighting with LED technology
• +1 more outcomes

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered primary and core.

• Marsh Electronics, Inc.primaryChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized North American distributor for Optoelectronix products. Provides sales, customer service, and technical support to customers in North America. Contact: +1 (800) 926-2774, [email protected]
• OEI Malaysia Sdn BhdcoreOthersWholly owned subsidiary of OptoElectronix, Inc. Handles Asia Sales and Operations Centre including Product Design, Development and Manufacturing Operations in Malaysia.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Hubbell Lighting: Broad-line industrial and commercial lighting manufacturer under Hubbell Inc., offering LED fixtures across industrial, hazardous-location, and outdoor categories. Overlaps with OptoElectronix's industrial fixture portfolio but at much greater scale.
• Signify (Philips Lighting): Global leader in lighting products, systems, and services with extensive LED fixture portfolio across horticulture, industrial, and outdoor segments. Represents the broadest scope of competition and a benchmark for technology and scale.
• Acuity Brands: Large North American lighting and building solutions company offering LED fixtures, drivers, and controls across commercial, industrial, and outdoor applications. Competes across many of OptoElectronix's product categories at substantially greater scale.
• Eaton (Cooper Lighting): Eaton's lighting division (formerly Cooper Lighting) manufactures commercial, industrial, and hazardous-location LED fixtures. Comparable industrial and high-bay product lines but operates as part of a much larger diversified electrical equipment company.

Direct peers

• Dialight: Specialty industrial LED lighting manufacturer focused on hazardous-location, high-bay, and infrastructure applications. Closely comparable to OptoElectronix's niche positioning in harsh-environment LED fixtures and custom/industrial segments.
• Kenall Lighting: Specialty lighting manufacturer producing sealed, high-abuse, and healthcare/industrial LED luminaires. Similar niche-driven model and overlap with OptoElectronix's specialized linear luminaire and high-temperature offerings.
• RAB Lighting: LED lighting manufacturer serving commercial, industrial, and outdoor applications with a broad fixture portfolio. Comparable in product categories (area lighting, flood, high-bay) and direct-to-customer enterprise sales.
• Universal Lighting Technologies: Manufacturer of LED drivers, modules, and lighting fixtures, including ballast replacement and retrofit solutions. Comparable in driver-and-fixture integration strategy and commercial/industrial customer focus.

Emerging players

• Fulham: Manufacturer of LED drivers, modules, and emergency lighting components sold to OEMs and distributors. Comparable as a component-and-module LED supplier with custom engineering services and similar B2B commercial orientation.
• Cree Lighting: LED chip and lighting products company (now part of SmartCast family) with focus on commercial and industrial LED fixtures. Comparable in LED technology roots and integration of light source, driver, and optics.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/optoelectronix
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/optoelectronix-inc

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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