Howard Lighting Products LED Covered Strips. The LCS series is a group of 2’ and 8’ covered strip lights, which are designed as direct replacements for fluorescent strips. The LCS series is designed to deliver general ambient lighting in a variety of indoor settings, including schools, offices, hospitals and stores, and is the perfect choice for both new construction and retrofits. This high-efficacy luminaire provides long-life and uniform illumination, as well as standard 0-10vdc dimming capability.