RGB LED Side Emitting Strip Light

Description

The Side Emitting Strip Light series is rated for indoor use, with 12VDC, to bring accent to hallways, stairs and coves. The LEDs are designed to emit beams sideways, parallel to flat surfaces without the strips being in sight. The strips are easy to use, making it possible to install with minimal knowledge on the electrical side. The flexible construction of the strip combined with the 3M adhesive backing and cut-to-size design make it convenient to elevate any indoor space.

Density

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

Colors

We offer these LED strips in RGB. Compatible with our RGB controllers and smart-wifi controls.

Lengths

To avoid buying more than necessary we offer custom length 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 after every LED which equates to ever 5/8" (0.625). 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: 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.

Power

A 12-volt DC Power Supply is required to run these LED Strip lights. This table 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 and Controlling

These strips are dimmable and can be used with our 12V RGB Controllers and Dimmers. The dimmer will go between your power-supply and strips. The available dimmers can be seen below in the accessories tab. We have a variety of PWM dimmers ranging from remote, to smart, WiFi dimmers. 

Need Help with LED Strips?

Guide to LED Strip Lights

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