The Waterproof 12V Pure White SMD 5050 Flexible LED Strip (300 LEDs / 5 Meters) is a high-lumen, commercial-grade linear lighting solution engineered for high-visibility indoor and outdoor task or accent illumination. Populated with 300 high-power SMD 5050 LEDs (60 LEDs per meter) on a flexible printed circuit board (FPCB), it delivers crisp, uniform cool/pure white illumination. Coated with a protective clear silicone gel layer conforming to an IP65 waterproof rating, the strip is fully shielded against moisture, water splashes, humidity, and dust ingress. Operating on a safe 12V DC power supply, it features pre-marked cut points every 3 LEDs (5 cm) and a pre-applied self-adhesive backing tape, making it ideal for under-cabinet lighting, architectural coves, showcase displays, workshop illumination, automotive interiors, and custom DIY maker projects.

Specifications

• Product Type: Flexible Waterproof Single-Color LED Strip Light
• LED Package Type: SMD 5050 PLCC-6 Tri-Core High-Brightness LEDs
• Emitted Light Color: Pure White / Cool White
• Correlated Color Temperature (CCT): Approx. 6000K to 6500K
• Total Strip Length: 5 Meters (16.4 Feet) Reel
• LED Density: 60 LEDs per Meter (Total 300 LEDs per 5M Roll)
• Operating Voltage: 12V DC Regulated
• Power Consumption: Approx. 14.4 W per Meter (Total ~72 W for full 5M roll)
• Current Consumption: Approx. 1.2 A per Meter (Total ~6.0 A at 12V DC for full 5M roll)
• Luminous Flux / Output: Approx. 800 to 950 Lumens per Meter (~4000 to 4750 Lumens total roll)
• Color Rendering Index (CRI): > 80 Ra
• Waterproof Protection Rating: IP65 (Silicone Gel / Epoxy Top Coating - Dustproof and Splash/Water Resistant)
• Beam Angle: 120° Wide Viewing Angle
• PCB Substrate: Flexible Printed Circuit Board (FPCB - White Substrate)
• PCB Width: 10 mm (Standard 5050 strip width)
• Cuttable Increment: Every 3 LEDs / Approx. 50 mm (5 cm) along designated copper scissor cut lines
• Mounting / Adhesive: Pre-applied high-tack double-sided adhesive backing tape
• Termination / Wiring: Pre-soldered 2-pin DC power leads (Red: +12V, Black: Ground/GND)
• Operating Temperature Range: -20°C to +50°C
• Storage Temperature: -40°C to +80°C
• Estimated Lifespan: > 50,000 Operating Hours

Features

• High-Output SMD 5050 Emitters: Utilizes large 5.0mm × 5.0mm tri-core LED packages delivering superior lumen intensity, crisp daylight visibility, and wide beam diffusion compared to standard 3528 or 2835 chips.
• IP65 Waterproof Silicone Protection: Flexible clear resin layer shields delicate surface-mount LEDs and SMD ballast resistors from condensation, water splashes, kitchen steam, and airborne dust.
• Modular Cutting & Extension: Easily cut to project-specific lengths along marked copper solder pads (every 3 LEDs / 5cm) and rejoined via direct soldering or 10mm 2-pin quick connectors.
• Full PWM Dimming Support: Fully compatible with standard 12V DC inline PWM dimmers, touch dimmers, RF controllers, and microcontroller-driven MOSFET stages (Arduino, ESP32, Raspberry Pi).
• Simple Peel-and-Stick Mounting: Heavy-duty adhesive backing adheres firmly to clean metal, acrylic, glass, wood, or tile surfaces; fits standard 10mm/12mm aluminum channel diffusers.

Common Applications

• Kitchen & Under-Cabinet Task Lighting: High-visibility illumination for countertops, prep stations, pantries, and floating shelves.
• Architectural & Ceiling Coves: Clean, modern white accent lighting for living rooms, hallways, false ceilings, and cornices.
• Commercial Retail & Showcase Display: Bright, true-color backlighting for jewelry cases, retail display shelves, and signage.
• Workshop & Workbench Illumination: Glare-free task lighting for electronics workbenches, 3D printer enclosures, and CNC enclosures.
• Automotive & Marine Customization: 12V van/camper interior living area lights, cargo bay lights, trunk lighting, and boat cabin illumination.

Usage Tips

• Power Supply Sizing (Critical): A full 5-meter continuous roll draws up to **6.0A at 12V DC (~72W)**. Use a regulated 12V DC switching power supply rated for at least **12V 8A to 10A (100W+)** to ensure cool, stable operation under continuous duty.
• Dual-End Power Injection: When powering the entire 5-meter length, copper trace resistance can cause a slight voltage drop toward the far end. To achieve perfectly uniform white brightness throughout, **inject 12V DC power at both ends of the strip**.
• Waterproof Resealing: Cut strictly along the printed scissor lines between copper pads. When installing cut segments outdoors or in high-humidity areas (kitchens/bathrooms), seal the exposed cut ends with neutral-cure silicone sealant and clear heat-shrink tubing to maintain the IP65 barrier.
• Thermal Management: Mount the strip onto an aluminum profile or metallic surface to act as a heat sink, which helps dissipate heat and prevents premature phosphor degradation or silicone yellowing.
• Microcontroller Interfacing: To switch or dim the 12V strip with 3.3V/5V logic (Arduino, ESP32, STM32), use a logic-level N-channel power MOSFET (such as the **IRLZ44N**) on the low-side return path (GND line) with a 100Ω gate series resistor and a 10kΩ gate-to-source pull-down resistor.