LED strip lights are one of the most versatile forms of lighting solution that are mainly used for decorative and aesthetic purposes. They may come in several lengths as strips, in single or multiple colors, in fixed or variable colors, as indoor strip lights or as both indoor and outdoor strip lights, or those that are meant for 12VDC or 24VDC of power supply.

Some of the major enlightening features of LED strip lights include - individual LEDs emitters of different kinds mounted on a narrow flexible circuit board, their ability to operate on extremely low voltage, their availability in 16 feet-sized reel/5 meters and easy mounting option.

This blog deals with the exclusive features of flexible LED strip lights that strip light admirers must know.      

LED Strip Lights: What You Must Know?

Peel-and-Stick Easy Installation

An LED strip light measuring up to 5 meters or 16 feet in length can easily be installed as they can be cut into desirable lengths with just a regular pair of scissors along the cutlines provided at every 1-2 inch. Also, the 3M self-adhesive backing and flexible circuit board allow you to stick these strips on any curved or uneven but clean surface.

Fixed and Variable Color Options

Because of the fact that LED strip lights are offered in both -- fixed single color and color changing option, they allow you to mix and match different colors dynamically for true aesthetic pleasure. You can have a single color or RGB remote control to operate these LED strip lights from a distance as far as 100 meters.

Color Temperature Options

3000K, 4000K or 6500K are usually the CCT options in which LED strip lights come where a Correlated Color Temperature provides you with a measurement of ‘warm’ or ‘çool’ light color may appear to the human eye. While 3000K provides you with a warm white glow and cozy and relaxing ambiance, the Kelvin temperature on the higher side would mean light color mimicking daylight and lights that can create a productive environment.         

IP Rating

Since flexible LED strip lights come with different IP ratings, these can be installed in damp locations. Mostly, the IP ratings these strip lights come in are Ip65, IP68, and IP20. While IP20 rated strip lights are meant for indoor lighting because of limited protection, the ones with IP65 or IP68 can be installed in both indoor and outdoor conditions as they prevent the strip lights from dust or water ingress.     

Dimming Option

LED strip lights come as dimmable lights when paired with compatible dimmers. These strip lights can be dimmed in two ways -- AC triac dimming or DC low-voltage dimming. The dimming of these strip lights helps you in two major ways. One, you get to save additional energy and second, you can get a different kind of ambiance.   

Conclusion

While the above mentioned are the most important features to speak of, for LED strip lights, CRI is another important feature to consider as it allows for objects and spaces to look real and authentic. The CRI above 80 is considered good for LED strip lights. So, brighten up your space with these LED strip lights that can be installed in under-cabinets, cabinets, windows, coves, patios, landscapes, vehicles, etc.