RGB Waterproof High Density LED Strip Light — 12V, 5W/ft, IP65

Description

Part of our Professional Series, this high-density 12V RGB LED strip delivers bright, even color-changing light with IP65 protection for indoor or outdoor accent, cove, display, signage, and decorative applications. The silicone-coated strip includes 3M adhesive backing for easy installation and is available in custom lengths.

Need an indoor version without the waterproof coating? View the RGB Indoor High Density LED Strip Light.

RGB Configuration

Waterproof Protection

A protective silicone coating gives the strip its IP65 rating, making it a good choice for outdoor, damp, and exposed lighting applications where an uncoated IP20 strip would not be suitable.

Higher Density, Smoother Color

With 60 LEDs per meter, the Professional Series places twice as many LEDs along the strip as our standard-density Contractor Series version. The closer LED spacing provides stronger output and a more uniform line of color, especially in channels, coves, displays, and applications where the strip is viewed more directly.

RGB Color Control

An RGB controller is required to independently control the red, green, and blue channels. Compatible controllers allow you to mix colors, adjust brightness, and create dynamic color-changing effects.

Lengths & Cutting

Available in 3 ft, 6 ft, 9 ft, 12 ft, and full 16.4 ft (5m) roll lengths. The strip can be cut every 2 inches at the marked copper cut points.

Installation & Connections

RGB strip sections can be connected with compatible 4-pin solderless connectors or by soldering multi-conductor wire between sections. The maximum continuous run is 16.4 ft; longer installations should use additional power feeds or be wired in parallel to minimize voltage drop.

Power & Control

A 12V DC power supply and compatible RGB controller are required. Use the Power by Length table below when sizing the power supply for each continuous strip run.

Power by Length

Important: Power draw is not linear over longer strip runs. Voltage drop along the strip reduces the actual wattage as the run gets longer, so a full 16.4 ft (5m) roll draws approximately 40W rather than the amount calculated by multiplying the short-length watts-per-foot value across the entire roll. Use the values above when sizing a power supply for a continuous run.

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