Non-Waterproof IP20 LED Flex Strip

Features

Description

Our IP20 LED Flex Strips are perfect for lighting professionals as well as home owners with a do-it-yourself attitude. They are easy to use, making it possible to install yourself even with minimal knowledge on the electrical side. The strips can be quickly cut down to size and come with double-sided 3M adhesive tape, adding to the ease of installation. They must be powered from constant 12VDC. If you are in need of a waterproof strip this same model is made with a silicone covering found here.

Density

LED Density is measured per meter. The more LEDs per length increases the light quality and brightness.

Standard-density LED strip = 30 LEDs per Meter

High-density LED Strip = 60 LEDs per Meter

Colors

We offer these LED strips in RGB, Ultra-Violet (UV) and single colors: Warm-White (3000K), Neutral-White (4000K), and Cool-White (6000K)

Lengths

To avoid buying more than necessary we offer these LED light strips in 3-foot increments up to 16.4 feet long (1 full reel). However, we realize that all applications have different needs which is why the strips can be cut every 3 LEDs. There is a thin black line over solder pads, which marks where you are to cut the strips. 

End-to-End Connections

When there is a break in your application you can still run one strip to another using 20-24 gauge wire or LED strip connectors. TAKE NOTE: Standard Density maximum run length is 32.8 feet (2 reels) and High Density maximum run length is 16.4 feet (1 reel). After the maximum run length the voltage drop becomes too great and you will lose light and efficiency from your system. If your application needs more than the maximum run length you will have to get another power supply or run wire from the extra strip directly back to the first power supply (wiring in parallel).

Connections can be made by soldering wire in between strips or by using solderless clamps (see right). Only one end of the strips come with wires on it so if you want to make more connections you will need to solder or use strip connectors. Here is a good tutorial on wiring the strips together if you'd like more information.

Brightness

The LED strip lights use 5050 SMD LEDs which give off a nice light while staying cool along the flexible board. Standard density LED strips give off 180 Lumens/Ft whereas the High Density strips give off 360 Lumens/Ft. 

Standard Density Common Uses: accent lighting, back-lighting, stair lighting, shelf lighting, toe kick lighting.

High Density Common Uses: task lighting, under cabinet lighting, cove lighting, area lighting, sign lighting

Power

A 12-volt DC Power Supply is required to run these LED Strip lights. There is a wattage table within the FAQs tab above. This will help you decide the wattage of your project and what size Power Supply will suffice.

Connecting to power can easily be done with simple wire-to-wire techniques such as soldering, wire nuts, electrical tape, etc. If you have a plug-in adapter with a barrel plug on the end, these screw-in terminal power plugs help turn the wire leads into a simple plug in connection.  

Dimming

These strips are dimmable and can be used with our 12V PWM Dimmers. The dimmer will go between your power-supply and strips (see picture). The available dimmers can be seen above by clicking on the accessories tab above. We have a variety of PWM dimmers ranging from single channel remote, to multi-channel remote and wall mount PWM dimmers. 

If you require an AC Dimming Control from Lutron or Leviton, use a dimmable power supply.

Need Help with LED Strips?

Guide to LED Strip Lights

DIY Tutorial: Accent Lighting with LED Flex Strips

DIY Tutorial: Setting Up Color Changing LED Strips

Technical Documentation