COB Seamless LED Tape 15W/M with High CRI

Key Features

• Colour temperature options & lumens:
  - Extra warm white 2700K 1650 lumens
  - Warm white 3000K 1750 lumens
  - Cool white 4000K 2000 lumens
  - Daylight 6000K 2000 lumens
• Wattage: 15W per metre
• LEDs per metre: 480 LEDs per metre
• Highly energy efficient at up to 133 lumens per watt
• Priced per metre
• High CRI: 90 (Reproduces colours more effectively than other tapes)
• IP rating: IP20, IP65 or IP68 waterproof
• Beam angle: 140 degree
• SMD type: COB (Chip on Board)
• Voltage: 24V DC
• Approvals: RoHS, CE and FCC
• Max temperature:  60℃
• Brand: LED Strip Fit
• Life expectancy: 50,000 hours
• Guarantee: 3 years

General LED TAPE Questions & Answers 

What is COB tape?

COB stands for Chip on Board, it's a series of miniature LED chips positioned on a PCB (Printed Circuit Board). It is a new, more advanced version of LED strip tape. We originally released COB tape in 2019 and are now on our third generation which is even brighter and more cost effective.

With 8 times more LED chips per metre (480 per metre with this version) than older LED strips, it produces a seamless lighting array.

Can COB LED tape be cut?

Yes, one of the main key selling features of LED tape is that it can be cut down to size. Cut points vary in length, this COB strip tape has cut points every 50mm. COB tape is no different in terms of cutting than other LED tapes, apart from having shorter cutting points for 24V versions, which are usually twice as long as 12V.

Can I cut LED tape myself?

LED tape has clearly marked cut points located at 50mm sections but once its been, a new input cable or connector needs adding. You can either solder an input cable, a connecting pin or use a snap on, solder-free wiring connector; we have a selection of different types here:

• Strip to Strip
• Strip to Wire
• Coupling Connector with 200mm of Cable

Do you offer bespoke soldering services?

Yes, we offer an in-house soldering service and can supply any of our LED strip tapes in made to measure lengths. This can speed up your installation times as all of the sections are cut to size with the exact input cable you need. Some applications such as kitchen under cabinets may require an output cable which allow you to go around an obstacle such as a kitchen hob.

Bespoke lengths are available on request, please complete the form below and one of our LED tape experts will be in touch.

Do I need a transformer to power LED tape?

LED tape operates on low voltage, usually 12V or 24V DC. A transformer isn't technically the correct term as it only converts an AC voltage into a lower AC voltage, while an LED driver converts AC into DC.

Can LED tape be dimmed?

Yes, you just need a dimmable LED driver and an LED compatible dimmer switch. We have some recommendations in the table below.

Which size LED driver do I need?

Multiply the wattage of the LED tape by the overall length. This LED tape is 15 watts per metre, if you have a 5 metre run, the calculation would be 15 x 5 = 75. This gives you 75 watts, you then select an LED driver that is big enough to carry the load.

In the table below, we have recommendations for some of the most popular lengths with options for dimmable and non dimmable drivers. If you click on any of the product codes you will be taken directly to them. The 15W dimmable driver shown in the table has a low minimum load of just 0.75W meaning it could dim just 50mm of LED tape.

If you want to power anything longer than 10 metres, you'll need to consider 'volt drop' issues, which is when the voltage drops out along the strip. This is due to resistance, we have many options of getting around this such as using multiple smaller drivers or wiring each run directly back to a bigger driver and butting the LED strips next to one another. 

Design

Our experienced design team can help you plan out your installation every step of the way. We can provide you with your own personal wiring diagram and help you select the right LED drivers and accessories. If you've got some plans or just an idea please contact us for advice by completing the form below: