Posted by Richard Clarke on 18th Jan 2013
A feature rich controller is key to unlocking the full potential of your RGB Colour Changing LED Strip Lights.
We currently offer 4 controller options for you to choose from – infrared (IR), radio frequency (RF), multi-touch and digital multiplex (DMX).
We’re going to be looking at each type in detail and discuss their individual pros and cons.
Infrared (IR) Controller
This is a 2-part controller with a receiver and r… Read more
Posted by Richard Clarke on 16th Jan 2013
If you plan on using your LED Strip Lights in a kitchen, bathroom or outside, then the answer is almost certainly yes. In most other situations, waterproofing your LED Strip Lights isn't essential.
Waterproof LED Strip Lights feature a special plastic coating called an IP rated coating. This coating is designed to stop moisture from reaching the internal components and causing a short circuit. The degree of protection offered by a… Read more
Posted by Richard Clarke on 15th Jan 2013
The Surface-Mounted Diodes (SMDs) used by single colour LED strip lights are manufactured to two specifications. In order to distinguish between them, the designations 3528 and 5050 are used.
But what do these numbers mean and how do they differ from one another?
The numbers are actually a code which refers to the physical dimension (length and width) of each individual SMD.
The 3528 measures 3.5mm by 2.8mm.
The 50… Read more
Posted by Amit Soni on 15th Jan 2013
LEDs or “Light-Emitting Diodes” are becoming increasingly popular for both domestic and corporate illumination purposes. In comparison with traditionally used incandescent and halogen lights, LEDs are hugely superior in that they require just a tiny amount of electricity, have a very long lifespan, produce hardly any heat, and can easily be controlled and programmed.
Buying
LED strip lights may appear at first glance to be fair… Read more