What is Reddit's opinion of LE 12V LED Strip Light, Flexible, SMD 2835, 16.4ft Tape Light for Home, Kitchen, Party, Christmas and More, Non-Waterproof, Daylight White(Not Include Power Adapter)?

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Thanks man! And for the lights used a cheap LED strip off amazon.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HSF65MC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awd_cO7XwbZJP656R

Haha I didn't no the wheels could develop a flat spot! I'm just getting into RC cars also. So I should store it on something softer?

Maybe you can help me understand something, then.

I just recently bought a string of these off Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HSF65MC/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 They expect 12V DC. I used a universal adapter when first setting them up and accidentally discovered they worked just fine with the adapter set to voltages other than 12V. They continue to light up just not-as-brightly at lower voltages all the way down to 4.5V.

If the only way to dim LEDs is with PWM, what is going on here?

Just some cheap white strips from amazon, similar to these. They're not grow lights, but I'm only using them to supplement natural light so I'm not bothered by the lower amount of "usable" light compared to true grow lights.

For those wondering. There is a strip of LEDs sewn into her skirt.

Judging by her shirt saying open source hardware(OSH), it probably has a Arduino running it. Arduino is a big OSH project, they are $5 boards that can do most of the logic you would need for home projects and they are small enough to be sewn into the skirt, or as big as the one she is holding. The reason she has a heavy belt on is for power. That many LEDs do use a bit of power.

I think this is the way I am going to go! Thanks!

Do you think these are high linen enough?

LE 12V LED Strip Light, Flexible, SMD 2835, 16.4ft Tape Light for Home, Kitchen, Party, Christmas and More, Non-Waterproof, Daylight White(Not Include Power Adapter) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HSF65MC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_FV0MVXYA65GQKRS7CQC4

I'm from Germany, but I think my father got them from OBI (a German DIY retailer). You can also get some on Amazon! They even have customer images from people who used them for their mirrors.

You've bought the wrong kind of LEDs. What you have are really fancy LEDs that can be programmed to do display complicated patterns (that's what the third connection pad in the middle is for).

They're also not compatible with 12V, as they're meant for use with 5V.

You want a regular old, dumb, LED strip like this one (random result from amazon, not sure this is the best option or w/e).

I bought a 12 V LED strip, like this from Amazon. I wired two equal-length strips in series, so that each strip sees 12 V. I then wired that to the PSU, so that whenever the printer is on, the LEDs are on. It works great!

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HSF65MC/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_i_94MmCb01HJGRC I got a power supply that could handle 3 sets, they have other that come with the power adapter also for like 14.99. I just took the strip and wrapped it all the way around the front.

I went with something like this and they're fantastic. Since I didn't feel like wiring a new switch from the basement I have them hardwired to an outlet which we control via Echo. The "Frequently purchased together" section has the power supply and connectors you'll need to put them together. I installed them just behind the face frame on the under side of the upper cabinets. If you have a shiny, reflective countertop you might be able to see them but for our purposes they're completely invisible.

I also put them on the tops of the cabinets and it was absolutely the right decision. We use our actual ceiling lights infrequently since the cabinet lights got put in. You can also get dimmers to wire in line in case you don't want them running full tilt all the time.

RoHS gives you 1000 PPM, as a maximum. Manufacturers are free to go below that. Again, as long as you're only touching and not eating your Christmas lights, you're not gonna ingest lead.

>isn't sold in California

And, if only, and hear me out here, there was some electronic information sharing network, on which one could conceivably build a marketplace, and thereby sell lead-free products all over the world. Wouldn't that be amazing... maybe one day.

Thanks, I'm probably making this more complicated then it needs to be. These are the leds I'm using. Just bare leds.

LE 16.4ft LED Flexible Light Strip, 300 Units SMD 2835 LEDs, 12V DC Non-waterproof, Light Strips, LED ribbon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HSF65MC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_8dKzzbZMEQB10

I can't find the link to ones I bought for our kitchen remodel back in 2013. These are pretty close to what we had. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HSF65MC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_wynpzb5W6ZPSQ

We may have ordered more of a yellow light instead of a daylight LED (more blueish). You can attach these with a very strong double stick tape without much of a profile.

depends on how often you are running that fan. That battery is pretty small and so is the panel. But I just ran a little LED tape and that worked great.

I have the panel to the controller, controller to the battery, and then battery to the fusebox/busbar and from there to the things I wanted to operate. In this case two fans, LED light inside, LED spots outside, a RV water pump for the shower, a set of USB change plugs and a set of 12v car lighter style jacks for laptops and the like. Also plugged in 500w inverter but almost never used it. Ran all the lights and fans via a set of standard household light switches I had and used left over Romex as the wiring. I have 2 100w panels and 4 t105 batteries or around 450amps at 12v.

LED tape that you can cut to the length you want and stick up: (They make it waterproof too) https://www.amazon.com/Flexible-Non-waterproof-Christmas-Decoration-Daylight/dp/B00HSF65MC/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1497985381&sr=8-3&keywords=LED+tape

I'm just gonna cut to the chase and say that these are a hundred times better. I bought them for my fiance's makeup vanity and they are way better lit, close together, more length, and overall better quality. All you have to do is purchase the power supply separately and something else I can't remember...Regardless, they should be in the "customers also purchased these with this item" section on the Amazon page! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HSF65MC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_gHT4ybWN8Q83C

I pretty much bought the cheapest LED strip I could find on amazon with prime: https://www.amazon.com/Flexible-Non-waterproof-Christmas-Decoration-Daylight/dp/B00HSF65MC/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1491780767&sr=8-5&keywords=led+strip

You gotta do a bit of soldering after cutting up the strips but it was honestly pretty easy despite being my 2-3rd time soldering.

Thanks for the reply. As for the kind of strips, I got these...

LED Strips

Is there a source where I can learn about voltage drop?

What do I use to bridge the gap between strips/cabinets?

Check this out: LE 16.4ft LED Flexible Light Strip, 300 Units SMD 2835 LEDs, 12V DC... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HSF65MC/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_awdb_u.gOybK94A8P8

Also... Search for the motion sensor . I also bought and installed the power outlet for Liberty Safes.

I was thinking one of those Chinese build-your-own kits from amazon. They run off a battery I think, but there may be some that run off a wall plug too. I believe you can cut them to the size you need, and you could connect separate pieces to one control unit with a bit of soldering.

EDIT: Something like this. Never used one so I can't attest to their effectiveness

Thanks, I believe I had lightburn from the LEDs on the sides on the buckets. I used these types of strips https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HSF65MC/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Don't think they're very good for growing. Im looking for a type that has a case over the actual LEDs.

LE 16.4ft/5m Flexible LED Light Strips, 300 Units SMD 3528 LEDs, 12V DC Flexible LED Strip Lights, Daylight White, Non-waterproof, Lighting Strips, LED Tape, for Gardens/Homes/Kitchen/Cars/Bar https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HSF65MC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_TRIOxb98P94QA

It's 16 feet long so if you are comfortable with some simple cutting and soldering you can easily get away with one roll if you are not so comfortable with soldering you may just need to multiple and cut them ( important to make sure you use the scissor marks to cut at)

I had the NZXT kit that /u/neums08 posted, but found that the LEDs were too far apart.

I bought this LED strip from Amazon and wired the included power jack thing to a 12v molex connection with a 100-ohm resistor in series. I wired in a power switch, and put it in the PCI slot plate from the NZXT kit. It's pretty clean looking, I just want to find something to diffuse the LEDs even more because I don't really like the point-lighting they give off.

It's essentially the same as the kit that /u/agent67248 posted, but more DIY and no RGB functionality.

Case: Phanteks Enthoo Pro M Acrylic. Make sure you add acrylic to the name, there is a half window verson also.

LED strip: http://www.amazon.com/Flexible-Lights-Daylight-Non-waterproof-Lighting/dp/B00HSF65MC?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00

I included the link because it's a "no name" LED. It's hard top find pure white LED's. I also painted them with plasti-dip and pulled it off the LED bulbs for to blend it in.

You will need a power connector and controller if you wish to turn them off or dim them.

Also I would consider these LED strips instead. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HSF65MC?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00

They aren't water proofed, but they are 1/3 the price. So as long as it isn't actively raining it shouldn't be that much of a deal. For the less wet states out there. Frozen is fine, wet is problematic.

Ah, I'm looking to just have a simple white LED setup. If I were to buy this, how do I connect it to the molex connector?

You could go to amazon and get these LE 12V DC Flexible LED Strip Lights, 16.4ft/5m LED Light Strips, Daylight White, 300 Units 3528 LEDs, Non-waterproof, Lighting Strips, LED Tape https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HSF65MC/ref=cm_sw_r_other_awd_O79NwbCKZR9V2 I bought a set for my gun case, for about 7 dollars more i added a remote power and fader controller. All you need is a 12vdc transformer and you will be set. You can cut them to length, and use the connectors that they have available, or solder wires in. I have done both.

Parts bought for under $20...

LED Lights - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HSF65MC/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

T Taps - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07DFZ8CBV/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

LE 12V LED Strip Light

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HSF65MC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_KSBICb4VXWQ5N

I got this and a motion sensor and my safe is bright as hell. I highly recommend it. The strip is sticky backed so it worked perfectly.

Sure, I got it at IKEA - this is the exact shelf. I bought the LED lights off of Amazon here (though you need to buy a power adapter, as well).

Hey sorry for the late reply.

The LED setup is a combination of items I got from amazon (which I'll link below) but you can probably find substitutes of them if you're willing to browse.

Generic White LED strips with adhesive back:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HSF65MC/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

NOTE: you can cut these in between lines and connect them with a clip (that it comes with) for ease of setup and disassembling without having to take off the entire strips.

Unfortunately it didn't come with a power source so I had to buy one as well:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DKSI0S8/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Plug-in Lamp dimmer (the LEDs don't actually dim unfortunately) that I use to just turn on and off the lights; you could probably buy just a generic switch instead of this expensive thing:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0000BYEF6/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

LE 16.4ft LED Flexible Light Strip, 300 Units SMD 2835 LEDs, 12V DC Non-water... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HSF65MC/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_x_9znKzbQJP3HW3 via @amazon

Or if you want color changing lights... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BP4DUMU/ref=psdc_15704871_t2_B00HSF65MC

I used LED tape found off Amazon...super cheap:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HSF65MC/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I just used 22 gauge wire I got from Home Depot to solder the positive / negative to a 12v power supply. To turn the lights on and off, I just used a cheap limit switch:

https://www.amazon.com/URBESTAC-Momentary-Hinge-Roller-Switches/dp/B00MFRMFS6/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1536763141&sr=8-3&keywords=limit+switch

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I'll try to take some pictures when I get home tonight.

Amazon! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HSF65MC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_MwYtxbEYBEARM

Aha I forgot to share when I copied it. This is the exact strip I got, remote is separate and located further down the page, I believe. amazon

Led strips from Amazon, similar to these.

I used a cheap LED strip from amazon. One strip lights up a detolf very well and has a bit of extra strip left over. You do need an ac adapter to function as a power source though, so that may cost a little more than $13CAD price tag. The advantage though is that it is self adhesive so you can simply stick the lights on the metal frame of the detolf.

Here is a look my setup. https://imgur.com/a/mZRH3

Motion Detector

Lights

Rechargeable Battery Pack

I have this safe (I'd buy it again for this price). The above is what I used to light it. The light comes on when the door opens. Below is the dehumidifiers I use.

Dehumidifier

https://www.amazon.com/Flexible-Kitchen-Christmas-Non-waterproof-Daylight/dp/B00HSF65MC

I can think of a few options here: you could use something like this with some frosted acrylic or solid 3d-printed transparent PLA. You'd need to hook up a microcontroller to specify the color though; between that and a power source, I can understand not wanting to go through the trouble. It might be simpler to just use white LEDs though with a translucent blue layer behind the white. I imagine something like this would work well. Unfortunately I'm not experienced enough to tell you which of these would look best, other than to say that 3d-printed transparent PLA diffuses light really well.

The gear itself looks great btw!

Edit: not sure what would be best to power it with, but sometimes simplicity is best.

https://www.amazon.com/Flexible-Kitchen-Christmas-Non-waterproof-Daylight/dp/B00HSF65MC/ (also has the clips that will connect together, but soldering takes a few seconds)

Wasn't Ikea, just kept looking on eBay and someone was selling old stock. £20 for a 3 meter board so I grabbed a couple. I think Wickes is probably better than Ikea if buying new.

Adjustable legs were the most expensive at £24 for 6: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/190846551800?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

Lights £6 from Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00HSF65MC/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.ca/Flexible-Non-waterproof-Christmas-Decoration-Daylight/dp/B00HSF65MC/ref=sr_1_10?crid=1C5X40CVTC40A&keywords=white+led+light+strip&qid=1565378457&s=gateway&sprefix=white+led+li%2Caps%2C180&sr=8-10

its basically this but there are a lot of options on Amazon. just look up white led strip

I did a strip light upgrade to mine. Love it.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HSF65MC/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0006O8TF8/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DKSI0S8/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00JLB0GM6/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KRJTJ0G/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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Once you install the Liberty Outlet, you can run the lights. I used the T pins to hold the strip down, just had to sit there and cut one end off to allow the strip to slide and be held by the T. not my idea, saw it on youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XTgzBeRYwsQ

File courtesy of Jukka Seppänen on my mini factory

u/redandgreenpotato on amazon:

LEDshttps://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HSF65MC/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Power Supply:https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B074HQ722Z/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I don't remember what white filament I used; it was either some off-brand, or white Hatchbox

This LED strip off amazon: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HSF65MC/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
It didn't come with a 12v power supply though so I needed to get one separately.

You can buy cheaper versions of this all over amazon, ebay etc. Just don't forget a 12 volt power supply. Probably not as nice as the one you linked but for 1/10th the price it should be fine.

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https://www.amazon.com/Flexible-Kitchen-Christmas-Non-waterproof-Daylight/dp/B00HSF65MC

I got these lights with this power adapter from Amazon. The lights are sticky on the back. What I did was run it up the front corner on the left, across the top, and down the front corner on the right. It does a pretty decent job of lighting everything up. I can take a picture when I get home if you like.

https://www.amazon.com/Flexible-Kitchen-Christmas-Non-waterproof-Daylight/dp/B00HSF65MC/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1543082954&sr=8-7&keywords=led+strip

plus a hula hoop. comes out to less than $10 a gate. Even less is you split the leds between 2 gates.

or a multi pac https://www.amazon.com/WenTop-300leds-Flexible-Controller-Kitchen/dp/B079MC16DJ/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1543082954&sr=8-8&keywords=led+strip

https://www.amazon.com/Flexible-Non-waterproof-Christmas-Decoration-Daylight/dp/B00HSF65MC/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1510959281&sr=8-4&keywords=LED+light+strip ?

LE 16.4ft LED Flexible Light Strip, 300 Units SMD 2835 LEDs, 12V DC Non-waterproof, Light Strips, LED ribbon, DIY Christmas Holiday Home Kitchen Car Bar Indoor Party Decoration (Daylight White) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HSF65MC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_RZ4dAbA6SN1AR

And

LE Power Adapter, Transformers, Power Supply For LED Strip, Output 12V DC, 3A Max, 36 Watt Max, UL Listed https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DKSI0S8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_f04dAbKTW24T6

Slightly different form-factor, but you could always get a setup like this for less than half the cost:

LED Flexible Light Strip - $8 Prime

Power supply - $8 Prime

I'm betting someone will come along and tell me there are even cheaper options than the one I linked, especially going through a Chinese site :D

LED strips. That one is daylight white, but you can get them in other colors or even RGB with a remote to change the color. it also doesn't come with a power supply, so you'll need a 12v power supply to go with it, the little plug in wall transformers work, the whole strip draws less than an amp. Note that while this claims to be safe to touch, exposed electronics are always a risk in a public place, you might want to look for waterproof ones that are covered in silicone. I don't think I've seen a strip like this that can't be cut, usually in 4 inch lengths.
edit Found some waterproof ones that I've purchased in the past.

Oh! The lights are also a DIY! I also got them from amazon! I had the daylight whites, but I switched to the warm light. Mine came with a remote to be able to dim it or intensify the lighting! :o) I believe they stopped selling the set, so you'd have to buy the remote individually.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HSF65MC

LEDs: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HSF65MC/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Power Adapter: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DKSI0S8/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Cable to connect the strips: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00QTCBZ4I/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I use a power strip to turn it on/off.

I just happened to install my 3rd detolf and brand new lighting systems for all 3 so I think I can help you out.

Before I just bought some standard LED lightings from IKEA but eventually had go install something else because of how many wires that were spilling out of my detolf (and I hate wires). So.... I finally opted to try out some LED Light strips. These were the ones I bought and by george are they bright. I mean so bright they could be used as runway lights in an airport. The LED strips were easy enough to install as it already came with an adhesive strip on the back so all you had to do was wrap it around inside the detolf and plug it in.

I also had to buy the power brick(mandatory) and light switch(optional) with it. The LED strip doesn't come with its own power source so I had to buy a separate one and I also bought the dimmer switch just so I could attach it to the side of my desk and turn the lights on and off in a convenient matter (unfortunately the dimmers don't actually work on those LED strips but still useful).

This was what I had before and now with the new lighting system This is what I get. Quite the upgrade no?

I'm planning on running three of these spools, possibly split in two circuits, one for cab, one for house.

Anyhow, if I did one circuit, with either one of these or one of these with a switch in series. I'd add a separate circuit to my battery(I have two, so the one on the house-side of things), with a fuse sized appropriately for the wire and expected load(2 amps per string, +25% headroom, * 3 strings = 7.5Amp circuit).

I'd probably skip the cigarette lighter adapter entirely.

I tried gutting the old fluorescent fixtures and putting these strips in them with these power supplies. I only did two of the 6 so far because I wanted to see how they held up after a year or so.

So far so-so, its more work than its worth and I would rather buy some than do the rest of them, but I haven't found any that look good and are hard wired for 110V (most have plugs).

I suppose I will finish them eventually as I already have all the parts.

Also, I can control them all with this remote, which is nice.

All lighting was done through these led strips, these 12V DC adapters, and these led dimmers and required 3 of the led strips and 4 of the power supplies and dimmers.

All in all I think it turned out great. I only wish I could have had a better lighting solution for my Nanoha display but there just isn't anything to put the lights on up there.

Nice!

I used these and they work well plus I could refine where and how many leds I had.

Go buy these, redo the lighting and check back in.

Link

Or if you got basic soldering skills and don't mind using up another outlet, you can get 16.4 feet for just under $7. Paying $17 for just 6 LED lights is a great way to scam the uninformed.