What does 5050 led strip mean?

What does 5050 led strip mean?

The 5050 is an RGB strip whose chips measure 5.0mm by 5.0mm. They have 3 LED diodes in each casing called tri-chips, which gives them a very bright glare when turned on at full power. The 5050 LED uses about 60mA of power, has a surface area of 25mm squared, and a brightness of 22 lumens.

How many 5050 LED strips can you connect together?

You can connect up to 2 16ft 5050 ribbons. If you do more the lights become dimmer. With 60 watts you have to take into account that each foot of LEDs use ~2 watts.

How much power does a 5050 LED strip use?

The 5050 regular density LED light strip is listed at two watts per foot, so for thirty feet of light, you’ll be drawing sixty watts of power, and as it just so happens, we’ve got sixty watt power supplies!

Are 5050 LED waterproof?

【SMD 5050 LED Rope Lights】There are 300pcs RGB color leds on 16.4ft flexible PCB board. 【IP65 Waterproof PCB】This 5M length flexible strip is waterproof(IP65),indoor use only. The polyester resin material covering the PCB to protect LEDs against multi-directional, low-pressure water jets.

Which is better SMD or LED?

One of the biggest improvements is that SMD spotlights offer a higher lumen output for a lower energy consumption – making them more powerful and energy efficient than older LED lights. This is because they work on the principle that fewer and larger SMD LEDs produce a greater lumen output.

How many types of SMD LEDs are there?

SMD (Surface Mount Diode) The most popular light source of LED lamps. The types of SMD LED Modules are distinguished by the dimensions of the LED chips. Common types are 5050 SMD LED, 3528 SMD LED, 2835 SMD LED.

How many LED strips can be connected?

This is no different with LED strips. Vetco recommends, as a general rule, not to connect more than three complete strips end-to-end without adding in extra, higher gauge power wire or additional power supply units down the line.

Can I connect 2 5m LED strips?

Yes you can. If you wire your LED strip lights in a ring main, you’ll be able to connect approximately 10 metres of tape in a single run. (So that’s twice the normal 5m length). This is because the ring main will power your LED strip from both ends; it’s just as if you are powering 2 x 5m lengths independently.

What is the proper transformer for 12V LED strips?

HOW TO SELECT APPROPRIATE TRANSFORMER FOR 12V LED STRIPS

1. Step 1: Calculate the power consumption of the strip you want. –We can calculate each strip’s power by knowing the LED Type and its rated power for each LED.
2. Step 2: Choose the appropriate type transformer.
3. Step 3: Select the right AMP.

How many volts can LED strips handle?

You can use from 3 to 9 (Dropping 2.1V to 6.3V), depending on how bright you want the leds, how much current the strip should pull, your batteries voltage range (A 4S Lipo is 14V Nominal, 16.5V at max safe charge, 11.5V at lowest safe discharged voltage).

Do I need waterproof LED strip?

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.