Maxibright Daylight Cables — LED to LED Daisy Chain & Controller Signal Cables
Best for: Growers running multiple Maxibright Daylight LED fixtures who need to control them from one dimmer or the Daylight Controller
Our thoughts
If you're scaling up to multiple Maxibright LEDs, these cables are not optional—they're the backbone of your setup. The iLink connectors are rock solid, the daisy chain architecture lets you link up to 100 fixtures if you need to, and they solve the real problem: positioning lights where they need to be, not where the socket is. One we recommend to anyone running more than one Daylight unit.
Maxibright Daylight Cables are signal control cables that link your Maxibright Daylight LED fixtures to a Maxibright Daylight Lighting Controller, allowing you to dim and control multiple lights from a single point. Available in controller and LED-to-LED daisy chain options, these cables give you the flexibility to position your fixtures anywhere in your grow space without compromising control. Whether you're running two lights or ten, these are what make multi-fixture setups actually work.
How it compares
Maxibright's iLink cable system sits in the mid-market tier of multi-fixture LED control solutions.
- Proprietary self-locking connectors ensure reliable signal transfer and prevent accidental disconnection
- Capable of linking up to 100 fixtures in a daisy chain (vs competitors like SANlight limited to 4-unit distribution blocks)
- Available in multiple lengths (2m and 5m options) for different space layouts
- Significantly cheaper than integrated distribution block systems, but requires compatible Maxibright fixtures
In real terms: you're getting proper multi-fixture control at a fraction of what you'd pay for fancy distribution architecture.
Usage guidance
Maxibright Daylight Cables work in a straightforward chain setup:
Single fixture with controller
Connect the controller to your first Daylight LED using the controller cable (typically supplied with the Daylight Lighting Controller). Set your dimming levels from the controller unit.
Multiple fixtures (2 or more)
Connect the first LED to the controller using the controller cable. Then daisy chain additional LEDs together using the LED-to-LED cables, connecting the Signal Out port on one fixture to the Signal In port on the next. All lights will respond to the controller's dimming commands simultaneously.
Fixture repositioning
The main advantage: you can now position each LED exactly where it needs to be in your tent or room, rather than being limited by power socket location or controller distance. Use the cable length that suits your layout (2m for compact setups, 5m for larger spaces or awkward positioning).
Power requirements
These are signal cables only—they carry dimming data, not power. Your fixtures still need their own power connections. Use power cable extensions if you need to move a fixture away from a socket.
Technical specifications
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Cable type: iLink data signal cables (not power cables)
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Connectors: Self-locking male (Signal Out) and female (Signal In) plugs
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Available lengths: 2 metres and 5 metres
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Daisy chain capacity: Up to 100 LED units can be linked via a single controller
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Compatibility: Maxibright Daylight 200W, 300W, 480W, and 660W fixtures (2020 onwards and Pro versions)
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Critical note: NOT compatible with 2019 Daylight 660W (V1 original model)
Who this is for
- Growers scaling from one Maxibright Daylight LED to multiple units
- Anyone running a multi-fixture setup who wants centralised dimming control
- Growers with awkward grow space layouts where socket positioning limits light placement
- Facilities planning to expand fixture numbers without adding controllers
- Existing Maxibright Daylight owners upgrading from single-unit setups
Particularly essential if you own more than one Daylight fixture—you'll need one controller cable and one daisy chain cable for every additional light beyond the first.
Our take
These cables are not an upgrade—they're a necessity if you want to run multiple Maxibright Daylight LEDs properly. The iLink connectors are reliable, the cable lengths give you real flexibility, and the ability to daisy chain up to 100 units means you're not locked into small setups.
If you're thinking about adding a second or third Daylight fixture, sort the cables at the same time. Takes the guesswork out of installation and means your lights end up exactly where they need to be, not where the socket is. Worth picking up while stock lasts.
