Wired vs Wireless LED Dancefloors: Pros & Cons

 

One of the most important aspects of planning any event is hiring the perfect dancefloor for your needs. Hiring a dancefloor creates a safe and open space for your guests to get up and dance. When it comes to twinkly LED dancefloors there are two main options to choose from, wired and wireless. Often our clients aren’t aware of the differences between the two, but they both have their pros and cons, and we understand the importance of choosing the right one for your event. 

 

Wired dancefloors are the more traditional option and have been in use for many years, here at Solid State UK we have used wired starlit dancefloors for over 10 years. They are made up 4ft and 2ft wide gloss panels that are connected to a power source using electrical link cables connected underneath each individual panel. 

 

Wired starlit dancefloors are known for their reliability and durability, as they do not lose power even when there is a lot of movement on the floor and they are made of sturdy materials making the long-lasting and able to withstand heavy foot traffic. 

 

Another ain advantage of wired starlit dancefloors is that they are more secure. Since each panel is connected securely with a link cable to provide power to the dancefloor, there is no risk of them losing power during an event. This makes them ideal for larger events, where a lot of people will be dancing and moving around on the floor. 

 

However, they are much more difficult to lay in comparison to wireless dancefloors. Each panel requires a cable in and out, providing power in from the previous panel and transferring this power to the next row of panels. This means they can take a little longer to lay so will require more staff to lay the dancefloor if your venue has a tight turnaround time between events. 

 

Wireless dancefloors are a modern alternative to the traditional wired option. They are designed to offer the same functionality as wired dancefloors, but without the hassle of electrical cables. 

 

One of the main advantages of wireless dancefloors is that they are much easier to lay. There are no electrical cables to worry about, so the panels can be quickly and easily assembled on-site. This makes them ideal for smaller events or events with a quick turnaround, where speed and ease of setup are important. 

 

However the main issue with wireless dancefloors is that they can lose power if there is any movement on the floor. This can be a problem for larger events, where many people will be dancing and moving around. Power is provided to wireless dancefloors through the first of row of panels via a powered edge and then transferred to each panel via copper connectors. It is very common for one or more panels to stop working if connectors are disconnected or the whole floor to stop working if the powered edging is loosened with the movement of people dancing on the floor. 

 

When it comes to choosing between wired and wireless dancefloor hire, it is important to consider your specific needs and requirements. Wired dancefloors are more reliable, but if you’re planning an event with a very tight turnaround you may need to allow for more crew to install the dancefloor as it can take a little longer to lay. Wireless dancefloors are quicker and easier to lay, but they can be less secure and less durable. 

 

If you think a wired starlit dancefloor is right for your event, call our team on 0116 288 5956 or email us on info@my-event-hire.com and we will discuss our options.