LED ribbon, tube or strip light

LED strip light types: capacities and applications
 

A LED strip light is a light source assembled from LEDs. There are several types of LED lighting strip:
 

• single color ;
   
• multicolor ;
   
• open design ;
   
• sealed ;
   
• imitation fire.
   

Side-glow devices are also available.
 

Moisture-resistant LED strips: for use in high-humidity conditions
 

This type of LED strip can be used outdoors or in high-humidity areas, and is referred to as “outdoor”.
 

Flexible and rigid LED strips: installation and usage features
 

A LED strip of this type can be very flexible and mounted on curved or uneven surfaces. More rigid models offer a fixed shape, but can be bent for installation in corners or on curved surfaces.
 

Colored and RGB LED strips: options for creating lighting effects
 

Colored LED ribbon can be used to illuminate store windows and ceilings. RGB LED ribbon creates a variety of dynamic effects thanks to variable backlighting.
 

How to choose the right LED strip for your space
 

When choosing a LED strip, it's a good idea to take its characteristics into account.
 

Key selection criteria: length, brightness, light temperature
 

• A quality LED strip can be distinguished by the following characteristics:
   
• number of LEDs per meter;
   
• LED size;
   
• degree of protection against dust and humidity;
   
• type of management ;
   
• LED color.
   

Light temperature also plays an important role.
 

Installation recommendations: how to connect and use accessories
 

The LED strip light can be connected using a soldering iron or connectors. Soldering is preferable, but time-consuming. A 220 V power strip can be installed outdoors, while a 12-14 volt power strip can be installed indoors, using an external power supply.
 

Practical ideas for using LED strips
 

The use of flexible lighting devices opens up many creative possibilities. Kitchen and bathroom lighting: highly functional solutions A waterproof LED strip is ideal for bathrooms. Kitchens require a ribbon with at least 60 diodes per meter of ribbon. To increase light output or reduce brightness, we recommend installing a dimmer.
 

Living room and bedroom lighting: creating a comfortable atmosphere
 

To illuminate a bedroom and create a cosy atmosphere, a warm white or RGB glow is recommended to vary the light. A self-adhesive LED strip in a living room can be installed in a niche or the side strips of a door frame. For subdued light, a plastic diffuser can be used.
 

LED strips for street and garden: examples of outdoor uses
 

A LED strip is an excellent addition to the entrance or garden area, solving a number of problems:
 

• increased safety in the dark ;
   
• safety: better visibility of passageways ;
   
• accentuating the aesthetics of a courtyard or garden ;
   
• to give a more dynamic look.
   

Compared with other lighting devices, ribbon lighting consumes only a small amount of electricity. European energy wholesaler Banquedelampes.fr sells LED ribbons from manufacturer LED-POL. This LED roll is available in several models and applications:
 

• 7.2W/m RGB IP67 ORO LED strip;
   
• LED strip 4.8W/m 12V GREEN IP65 5m ORO ;
   
• LED strip 4.2W/m 12V YELLOW IP65 5m ORO ;
   
• LED strip 9.6W/m 600SMD CW BZ IP20 5m ORO ;
   
• LED strip 9.6W/m 600SMD BZ CW IP67 5m ORO.
   

All strip lights are certified and listed in the wholesale supplier's catalog.
 

Advantages and disadvantages of using LED strips
 

Adhesive LED tape has both advantages and disadvantages.
 

Advantages: energy-saving, easy to install, durable
 

Self-adhesive LED has many advantages over conventional light sources. The following are considered to be the main ones:
 

• energy savings ;
   
• high reliability ;
   
• greater power;
   
• higher efficiency;
   
• absence of invisible ultraviolet radiation;
   
• superior durability.
   

Environmental safety rounds out these positive properties.
 

Disadvantages : Brightness and parameter limits
 

The following points are considered disadvantages:
 

• LED adhesive tape requires the installation of a power supply;
   
• greater difficulty in connecting to the power supply module;
   
• the brightness limits of the LED light strip.
   

It is not recommended to extend a standard LED roll over more than 5 m, otherwise the strip will overheat.