By Anerhui Engineering Team | Last updated: May 2026 | LED housing SKD kit · semi-knocked down LED housing · OEM LED housing · die-cast aluminum
The LED housing SKD kit model is the backbone of the global commercial LED lighting manufacturing supply chain. Behind virtually every LED street light, high bay fixture, canopy light, and wall pack sold by established lighting brands worldwide, there is a die-cast aluminum housing SKD kit supplied by a specialist manufacturer — allowing the lighting brand to focus on LED module selection, driver optimization, and market development while outsourcing precision aluminum housing manufacturing to dedicated specialists.
For technical context on housing engineering, see our die-cast aluminum LED housing complete guide, heat dissipation LED housing guide, and waterproof LED housing IP rating guide.
1. What Is an LED Housing SKD Kit?
SKD stands for Semi-Knocked Down — a supply format in which a product is supplied partially assembled, with final assembly completed by the buyer. In the LED lighting industry, an LED housing SKD kit is a complete set of die-cast aluminum housing components supplied without the LED module and LED driver.
Supplied by the housing manufacturer (Anerhui)
- Die-cast aluminum housing body (powder coated or anodized)
- Lens or lens frame (tempered glass or polycarbonate)
- Silicone perimeter gasket (pre-installed in groove)
- Stainless steel fasteners (M4–M8 depending on fixture size)
- IP-rated cable entry glands (PG type)
- Mounting bracket, yoke, or hook (where applicable)
- Product label (CE, RoHS, IP rating, wattage range)
- Individual packaging (poly bag + foam + export carton)
Supplied by the lighting manufacturer (buyer)
- LED module (COB, SMD array, or LED strip)
- LED driver (constant current, dimmable, DALI-2, etc.)
- Reflector or secondary optics (where required)
- Internal wiring harness
- Thermal interface material (TIM) between LED and housing
This division allows lighting brands to independently source and qualify their preferred LED packages and drivers while leveraging specialist aluminum housing manufacturing at commercial scale — delivering better overall product quality than either party could achieve by attempting to manufacture everything in-house.
2. SKD Kit vs Fully Assembled Fixture: Which Is Right for Your Business?
| Factor | LED Housing SKD Kit | Fully Assembled LED Fixture |
|---|---|---|
| LED module control | ✅ Buyer selects and qualifies own LED | ❌ LED specified by manufacturer |
| Driver control | ✅ Buyer selects driver brand, protocol, efficiency | ❌ Driver specified by manufacturer |
| Brand differentiation | ✅ Unique product impossible to copy directly | ⚠️ Identical to other buyers using same manufacturer |
| Assembly capability required | Yes — LED module installation, wiring, testing | No — plug and play |
| Unit cost | Lower (buyer adds value through assembly) | Higher (manufacturer’s assembly margin included) |
| Minimum order quantity | 50–200 pcs (catalog) / 500+ (custom) | Often 1–50 pcs (higher per-unit price) |
| Best for | Established lighting brands, OEM manufacturers, distributors with assembly capability | Smaller buyers without assembly operations |
3. What Is Included in an Anerhui LED Housing SKD Kit
Standard SKD Kit Contents — UFO High Bay
- Die-cast ADC12 aluminum housing body (upper fin shell + lower LED mounting base)
- 4 mm tempered glass lens (flat or convex, per model)
- Full-perimeter silicone gasket (pre-installed, Shore A 50 durometer)
- Stainless steel A2 M5 × 12 mm Phillips pan head screws
- Stainless steel A2 nylon-insert locking nuts
- PG16 IP65-rated cable gland (1 standard, 2 available on request)
- Stainless steel hook mount with safety wire lug
- CE / RoHS product label (pre-applied)
- Individual poly bag with foam insert + export carton
Standard SKD Kit Contents — Street Light / Shoebox
- Die-cast ADC12 aluminum housing body (upper driver compartment + lower LED compartment)
- Tempered glass lens with lens frame
- Full-perimeter silicone gasket (pre-installed)
- Stainless steel A2 fasteners (M5 or M6 per model)
- PG16 or M20 IP66-rated cable gland
- 25 mm or 40 mm arm mounting adapter (specify at order)
- NEMA photocell socket cap (IP66 rated, pre-installed)
- CE / RoHS / IP rating product label
Smart-Ready SKD Kit Add-Ons (optional)
- Zhaga Book 18 socket (pre-installed, IP66 cap included)
- NFC antenna window (RF-transparent polycarbonate insert)
- LoRaWAN antenna port (sealed SMA connector)
- DALI-2 driver bay with pre-wired bus terminals
4. Complete SKD Kit Product Range
| Product Category | Wattage Range | IP Rating | Key Feature | Catalog MOQ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UFO High Bay (Series 3) | 100W–150W | IP65 | 20-fin radial array, standard warehouse | 50 pcs |
| UFO High Bay (Series 4) | 100W–250W | IP65 | 24-fin radial array, industrial / tropical | 50 pcs |
| UFO High Bay (Series 5) | 150W–300W | IP65 | 28-fin radial array, high-power / 24/7 | 50 pcs |
| LED Street Light | 30W–200W | IP66 | Asymmetric optics, NEMA/Zhaga socket | 50 pcs |
| LED Shoebox / Parking Lot | 150W–350W | IP66 | Symmetric area optics, NEMA socket | 50 pcs |
| LED Canopy Light | 40W–300W | IP54–IP65 | Perimeter fin, flat lens | 50 pcs |
| LED Wall Pack | 20W–120W | IP65 | Forward-throw, full-cutoff option | 50 pcs |
| LED Barn Light | 100W–300W | IP65 | Dome form, gooseneck arm | 50 pcs |
| LED Garden Light | 20W–80W | IP65 | Post-top mount, decorative | 50 pcs |
| LED Shop Light | 40W–120W | IP65 | Linear form, surface/chain mount | 50 pcs |
5. UFO High Bay Housing SKD Kit
The UFO high bay LED housing SKD kit is Anerhui’s highest-volume product — the most widely used commercial LED housing SKD globally. Its circular form factor with radial heat sink fins provides 360° convective cooling in any mounting orientation, making it the standard specification for warehouses, logistics centers, manufacturing facilities, and sports halls with ceiling heights of 6–15 meters.
| Series | Wattage | Fin Count | Max Ambient | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Series 3 | 100W–150W | 20 fins | 45°C | Standard warehouses, cool climate logistics |
| Series 4 | 100W–250W | 24 fins | 55°C | General industrial, tropical climates, factories |
| Series 5 | 150W–300W | 28 fins | 55°C | High-power, steel/foundry, 24/7 tropical operations |
6. Street Light & Shoebox Housing SKD Kit
LED street light and shoebox parking lot housing SKD kits serve municipal lighting upgrade projects, commercial parking lot developments, and smart city infrastructure rollouts globally. Key differentiators from commodity alternatives:
- IP66 tested on fully assembled configuration — not bare casting
- NEMA twist-lock photocell socket as standard — accepts all standard photocell nodes
- Zhaga Book 18 socket option — plug-and-play smart node compatibility
- Multiple arm entry sizes — 25 mm, 32 mm, 40 mm
- LoRaWAN antenna port option — sealed SMA connector for smart city connectivity
7. Canopy Light Housing SKD Kit
The canopy light housing SKD kit addresses one of the most thermally challenging applications — ceiling-flush mounting that blocks the top fin surface from natural convection. Anerhui’s canopy SKD kits use a perimeter fin design positioning heat dissipation surfaces at the fixture edge. Available in IP54 and IP65 configurations. Zone 2 ATEX compatibility available on request.
8. Wall Pack Housing SKD Kit
The wall pack housing SKD kit is the most widely installed commercial LED housing type. Wall pack SKD kits present a unique thermal challenge — the wall-mounting surface blocks rear fin cooling, concentrating all thermal dissipation on forward-facing fins. Anerhui’s wall pack SKD kits address this through forward-facing vertical fin arrays validated by CFD thermal simulation at worst-case 45°C ambient.
9. OEM & Private Label Customization Options
Color & Finish Customization
- Custom RAL powder coat color: Any RAL in matte, satin, or texture finish. MOQ: 500 units. Lead time: +3–5 days.
- Metallic powder coat: Silver, bronze, champagne, gunmetal. MOQ: 500 units.
- E-coat + powder coat: Combined system for coastal applications. MOQ: 200 units.
Logo & Branding
- Logo casting in relief: Brand logo cast directly into housing body. MOQ: 500 units. Tooling modification: $800–1,500 one-time.
- Logo label: Custom printed product label. MOQ: 50 units.
- Custom packaging: Export cartons with buyer’s brand artwork. MOQ: 200 units.
10. MOQ, Lead Times & Ordering Process
| Order Type | MOQ | Lead Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prototype / sample evaluation | 1–20 pcs | 3–7 days | Initial quality evaluation |
| Standard catalog production order | 50–200 pcs | 2–3 weeks | Initial commercial orders |
| Custom color on standard tooling | 500 pcs | 3–4 weeks | Brand color specification |
| Custom logo on standard tooling | 500 pcs | 4–5 weeks | OEM branding |
| Custom design (new tooling) | 1,000–2,000 pcs | 6–10 weeks tooling + 2–4 weeks production | Unique product development |
| Blanket / annual supply agreement | 10,000+ pcs/yr | Rolling 2–3 week call-off | Large-volume distributors |
Ordering Process
- Sample request: Contact Anerhui with target product category, wattage, and IP requirement. Free samples dispatched within 3–7 days.
- Sample evaluation: Evaluate dimensional quality, surface finish, assembly fit, and documentation.
- Trial order: Place initial production order (50–200 units). Anerhui provides alloy certificate, IP test report, and dimensional inspection data with every shipment.
- Ongoing supply: Establish regular ordering schedule. Volume discounts available at 2,000+ units per order.
Contact Jamin Mo at Anerhui to start the sample request process, or browse the complete SKD kit product catalog.
11. Documentation & Quality Certification
Standard Documentation (Every Shipment)
- ✅ Alloy composition certificate — XRF spectrometer data vs A380/ADC12 specification
- ✅ Dimensional inspection report — CMM measurements on critical dimensions
- ✅ IP test report — third-party accredited, on fully assembled configuration
- ✅ Surface treatment film thickness certificate
- ✅ RoHS/REACH material declaration — IPC-1752A format
- ✅ Packing list with quantities, carton marks, and weights
Available on Request
- CE declaration of conformity (LVD + EMC)
- ASTM B117 salt spray test certificates
- IES photometry files (.ies format)
- Technical dimensional drawings (DWG + PDF)
- UL wet location test reports (for US market)
12. Frequently Asked Questions About LED Housing SKD Kits
What is an LED housing SKD kit?
An LED housing SKD (Semi-Knocked Down) kit is a complete set of die-cast aluminum housing components for a lighting manufacturer to assemble with their own LED modules, drivers, and optics. A standard Anerhui SKD kit includes the housing body, lens, silicone gasket, stainless steel fasteners, IP-rated cable glands, mounting hardware, and product label. The buyer supplies the LED module, driver, and internal wiring harness.
What is the difference between an LED SKD kit and a fully assembled LED fixture?
An SKD kit allows the buyer to install their own LED module and driver — enabling independent optimization of efficacy, color temperature, driver efficiency, and control protocol. A fully assembled fixture has LED and driver specified by the manufacturer. SKD kits are preferred by established lighting brands who want product differentiation that cannot be replicated by competitors using the same housing.
What is the minimum order quantity for LED housing SKD kits?
For Anerhui’s standard catalog SKD designs, MOQ is 50 units for initial production orders. Prototype samples of 1–20 units are available for initial evaluation. Custom designs requiring new tooling have MOQ of 500–2,000 units. Custom RAL colors on standard tooling require MOQ of 500 units.
Can LED housing SKD kits be customized with my brand logo?
Yes. Anerhui supports full OEM programs including: custom RAL powder coat colors (MOQ 500 units); logo casting directly into the housing body (MOQ 500 units, tooling modification $800–1,500); custom packaging; and export documentation in the buyer’s brand name.
Which LED housing SKD kit is best for warehouse high bay lighting?
For warehouse high bay applications (6–15 m ceiling height): Series 3 (100W–150W, temperate climates); Series 4 (100W–250W, general industrial and tropical climates, Zhaga socket available); Series 5 (150W–300W, high-power and 24/7 tropical operations). All include ADC12 aluminum, radial heat sink, IP65, tempered glass lens, silicone gasket, and stainless steel hardware.
What documentation comes with Anerhui LED housing SKD kits?
Every shipment automatically includes: alloy composition certificate (XRF data); dimensional inspection report (CMM data); IP test report (third-party, fully assembled); surface treatment film thickness certificate; and RoHS/REACH material declaration (IPC-1752A). CE declaration, ASTM B117 certificates, IES photometry files, and technical drawings available on request.
Conclusion
The LED housing SKD kit model enables lighting manufacturers to build differentiated commercial products by combining specialist aluminum housing manufacturing from Anerhui with their own LED module and driver expertise. Anerhui’s complete SKD kit range covers every major commercial LED housing category — from UFO high bay and street light through canopy, wall pack, barn light, and garden light — with standard catalog designs at 50-unit MOQ and full OEM customization for established brands.
Contact our team to request free SKD kit samples or get a volume quote. Explore the complete SKD kit product range.
References & Further Reading
- Anerhui: Die-Cast Aluminum LED Housing Complete Guide
- Anerhui: Heat Dissipation LED Housing Guide
- Anerhui: Waterproof LED Housing IP Rating Guide
- Anerhui: LED Housing Surface Treatments Guide
- Anerhui: LED Housing Supplier Audit Guide
- Anerhui: Smart LED Housing Design Guide
- IEC — IEC 60529 IP Rating Standard