A portable plug-in light box booth needs one thing from the venue: an outlet that covers the total wattage of your frames. Every frame ships with its own matched power supply and a magnetic power cable, so you never choose or calculate anything for the frame itself.
We build our light boxes as plug-in displays. This guide covers what arrives in the box, how it connects, what to order from the venue, how to keep cables tidy, and what to do when no outlet is available.
Key Takeaways
- Each frame ships with a matched power supply and a magnetic power cable.
- The cable snaps onto the frame, and the supply plugs into a standard outlet. No tools, wiring, or electrician.
- Add up the power supply ratings of your frames and order a venue outlet that covers the total.
- Route cables behind the frames and away from walkways.
- Battery-powered frames are a limited selection and cannot travel by air.
What is in the box
Every frame ships with its own power supply, matched to that frame, and a magnetic power cable. You do not pick a supply. You do not calculate amperage. You do not adjust anything.
The LED lighting is built into the aluminum frame, so there are no external spotlights or clip-on lamps to buy. If a supply or cable is ever lost or damaged, our spare parts category lists replacements.
How it connects
Connection takes two steps. Snap the magnetic cable onto the frame. Plug the power supply into a standard wall outlet.
That is all. There are no tools, no wiring, and no electrician. Browse our modular mobile light boxes to see the frame range, or explore the full mobile light box line.
What to order from the venue
The only planning task is venue power. Add up the power supply ratings of every frame in your booth. Then order an outlet that covers the total wattage.
Our ratings are 95 W for MLB85 and MLB100 frames and 252 W for MLB200 frames.
A worked example
Say your booth has three MLB100 frames. Each uses a 95 W supply, so 3 x 95 W = 285 W. Order a 500 W outlet, which covers the total with room to spare.
Typical venue tiers
Venues commonly offer outlets in these tiers:
| Venue outlet |
|---|
| 500 W |
| 1,000 W |
| 1,500 W |
| 2,000 W |
Pick the smallest tier that is above your total. Then confirm outlet placement with the venue before the show. Ask where the outlet will be so your cables stay behind the frames.
Keeping cables tidy
Route cables behind the frames and away from walkways. This keeps the front of your booth clean and keeps visitors from tripping.
If the outlet sits farther from your display than the cable reaches, we offer a 5 m extension cable (approx. 16 ft). You can find it in our spare parts category.
No outlet available
We carry a limited selection of battery-powered frames. Not all frames are battery powered. They suit spaces where you cannot get venue power.
Battery-powered frames cannot travel by air. The battery bank is too big to be allowed on a plane under FAA regulations. Plan to ship them or bring them by road. See the battery-powered frames for what we carry.
Next step
List your frames, add up the ratings, and order the matching venue outlet. Looking for a complete booth? Browse our booth kits or visit the shop. If you want help choosing frames for your booth, contact us.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are your power requirements?
Add up the power supply ratings of the frames in your booth and order a venue outlet that covers the total. Three MLB100 frames at 3 x 95 W = 285 W need a 500 W outlet.
Do I need an electrician to set up the lights?
No. The magnetic cable snaps onto the frame and the power supply plugs into a standard outlet. No tools or wiring are involved.
Do I need to choose a power supply?
No. Each frame ships with its own supply, matched to that frame.
Can I fly with a battery-powered frame?
No.
What if the outlet is far from my display?
Confirm outlet placement with the venue first. A 5 m extension cable is also available.
