Fibre Optic Sideglow and Lightsource
by Lightshare
Last verified June 20, 2026 · classified April 26, 2026
What it is
Summary
AI-generated from vendor-published content · April 26, 2026
This is a bundle of 150 flexible fibre optic strands — each about 2 metres long — connected to an LED light source that cycles through colours, so the strands glow and shift colour while remaining safe and cool to the touch. It's designed for people who benefit from combined visual and tactile sensory input, particularly in calming or therapeutic contexts: children or adults with autism, sensory processing differences, or profound and multiple learning disabilities who are working on cause-and-effect awareness or simply need a regulation tool. The kit is complete — light source and fibres are included — though it requires a standard mains power outlet (240v stepped down to 12v), so it's not portable without an adapter. Fibre optic products like this require adult supervision during use, and the mains-powered light source means it's not a leave-alone item for unsupported individuals.
Quick Facts Catalog facts · auto-generated
- AT Act lending
- Medicaid waiver
- Out of pocket
- School district
What Setup Looks Like
- Out of the box
- Plug the LED light source into a mains outlet.
- Insert the fibre bundle connector into the light source — strands begin glowing immediately.
- With a guide
- Position the light source out of reach and route fibres into the sensory space or user's hands.
- Consult the included documentation for colour-cycle settings and safe use guidelines — setup takes approximately 10 minutes.
Getting it
Try Before You Buy
Devices like this are often available to borrow through your state's AT Act program — typically free or low-cost — so you can try it before buying or pursuing funding.
Where to Get It
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How to Fund This
Equipment like this is often pursued through official state programs. These are common starting points — each program decides its own eligibility and what it covers, so the first step is always a phone call.
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Sources & fine print
Vendor facts (name, price, platforms, vendor link) sourced from Lightshare — view on vendor site; last verified June 20, 2026.
Classification & description AI-generated from vendor-published content on April 26, 2026 · confidence: high. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.