What is LED silicone light strip?

Silicone light strip is a lighting product whose outer covering is made of silicone material. This kind of light strip usually has built-in LED (light-emitting diode) as the light source, and then is wrapped with silicone material to provide protection and waterproof performance.

Silicone light strips have better waterproof properties than other types of light strips, because the silicone itself has good sealing properties, which can effectively prevent water and moisture from entering the interior of the light strip, making it work well in humid environments. Work. This makes silicone light strips more widely used in humid environments such as outdoors and bathrooms.

 

In addition, silicone light strips usually have good flexibility and durability, and can be bent and shaped as needed, making them suitable for various decoration and lighting needs. Therefore, silicone light strips have been widely used in outdoor landscape lighting, aquarium lighting, interior decoration and other fields.

How LED silicone light strips emit light

Positive luminescence: Positive luminescence means that the lamp beads of the silicone lamp strip emits towards the front, and the light is mainly emitted from the top or front of the lamp beads. This lighting method is often used for lighting and lighting signs, which can provide bright and concentrated lighting effects and is suitable for scenes that require accent lighting or highlighted objects.

 

Side lighting: Side lighting is the typical lighting method of silicone light strips. The LED lamp beads are located on the side of the light strip. The light is transmitted through the special design and materials inside the light strip and is emitted evenly from the side. This way of emitting light creates a soft, even lighting effect that allows the entire strip to emit light, making it suitable for a variety of applications including decorative, contouring and ambient lighting.

360° luminous: 360° luminous silicone light strip is a lighting product with all-round luminous properties. Rather than just shining on one or both sides. This allows observers to experience light from different angles. This way of lighting allows the LED neon strip to emit light in all directions, creating a wrap-around lighting effect. It is suitable for occasions where light needs to be perceived in all directions to increase the visual hierarchy and visual impact of the space. This kind of light strip usually also has a silicone shell, so it is also waterproof and suitable for various indoor and outdoor environments. 360° luminous silicone light strips are widely used in landscape lighting, architectural decoration, interior decoration and other fields.

 

Application scenarios of silicone light strips

Pool Paradise

Pool Paradise

outdoor decoration

outdoor decoration

Atmosphere creation

Atmosphere creation

Exterior wall lighting

Exterior wall lighting

Advantages of silicone light strips

Excellent waterproof performance: Silicone light strips have excellent waterproof performance and are suitable for use in humid environments, such as outdoor landscape lighting, bathrooms, aquariums, etc.

 

Good weather resistance: Silicone material has excellent weather resistance and can resist harsh environmental conditions such as ultraviolet rays, high temperature, cold, etc., making the light strip more durable.

 

Softness and Plasticity: Silicone light strips are typically very soft and can be bent, bent, and cut as needed to fit a variety of curves, shapes, and installation scenarios.

 

Uniform light distribution: Silicone light strips can achieve uniform light distribution without the need for profile matching, ensuring a more uniform overall lighting effect.

 

Energy-saving and efficient: LED as a light source, silicone light strips have lower energy consumption and long life, saving energy and maintenance costs for users.

 

Environmental protection and safety: Silicone materials are usually environmentally friendly and can withstand high temperatures. Silicone light strips will not produce ultraviolet rays or other harmful substances during use, and are harmless to the human body and the environment.

 

Diverse application scenarios: Due to its waterproof, weather-resistant, soft and other properties, silicone light strips are widely used in various scenarios such as indoor and outdoor decoration, landscape lighting, architectural lighting, etc.

Easy installation: Silicone light strips are more conducive to surface installation and can avoid the tedious installation of profiles. They are generally installed through buckles or embedded installation. The installation is convenient and quick, and is suitable for various indoor and outdoor places.

 

Frequently asked questions about silicone light strips

How to install and fix silicone light strips?

Aluminum alloy profile: Use aluminum alloy profile as a fixed frame, install the silicone light strip inside the profile, and fix the light strip in place with screws or buckles to provide more stable support and protection.

 

Rail installation: Fix the silicone light strips to the wall, ceiling or floor by installing rails. Rails provide more even mounting spacing and a neater appearance.

 

Hook Hanger: Use hooks or hangers to hang silicone light strips from ceilings, walls, or other support structures. This installation method is suitable for scenes that require hanging or hanging.

 

Magnetic installation: In scenarios that require removable installation, you can use magnetic suction cups to fix the silicone light strips on the metal surface, making it easy to adjust and change positions flexibly.

 

Clamp fixation: Use special clips or fixing clips to clamp the silicone light strip in place, suitable for narrow installation spaces or specially shaped surfaces.

 

Silicone light strips can also use adhesive backing, but because some large-sized silicone light strips are heavy and easy to fall off, this method is generally not recommended.

 

How to control the brightness of silicone light strips?

Brightness is usually controlled using a dimmer or controller. You can choose a control device that supports dimming function, such as a remote control or wall-mounted control panel, to adjust the brightness as needed.

 

How to change the color of silicone light strip?

First, you need to choose an RGB silicone light strip or a magic light strip, and match it with a controller. Control devices such as general controllers, remote controls or APPs usually provide a variety of color options. You can easily switch modes or adjust settings to change the color of the silicone light strips to create the atmosphere you want.

 

Common specifications of silicone light strips

There are many specifications of silicone light strips. The commonly used ones are 06x06mm, 12x12mm, 16x16mm, 06x12mm, and 20x20mm. There are different specifications according to the front side lighting. For details, it is recommended to consult customer service to choose the specifications and models that suit you.

 

Can the length of LED neon strips be cut or extended?

Depending on the model and design, some LED neon strips can be cut or extended. However, you should read the product manual carefully or consult the manufacturer to ensure proper operation and avoid damage to the light strip.

Are silicone light strips safe?

The silicone material itself is generally safe and does not release harmful substances. However, some cheap silicone light strips may use low-quality materials, which may cause safety issues. Therefore, when purchasing silicone light strips, you should choose products with reliable quality and compliance with safety standards. Choose a reliable light strip manufacturer.