COB Seamless LED Tape 15W/M with High CRI
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Our latest COB (Chip on Board) flexible LED tape light is set to shake up the lighting industry. This highly advanced offering sets new standards for LED strip lighting, with its dot-free lighting array and invisible LED chips.
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Our latest COB (Chip on Board) flexible LED tape light is set to shake up the lighting industry. This highly advanced offering sets new standards for LED strip lighting, with its dot-free lighting array and invisible LED chips. Delivering a fluorescent-like linear illumination.
It has an impressive 480 LEDs per metre behind a totally diffused COB style phosphor cover. Priced per metre, it can be cut and soldered to your exact specifications with its 50mm cut points, or it can be supplied on 10 metre metre reels. You will need to consider 'volt drop' issues with longer runs of over 10 metres but their are numerous ways of overcoming this such as wiring each run directly back to the power source. Our sales team can offer technical advise on any project, no matter how big or small.
Compared with the now dated SMD (Surface Mount Device) LED tape which can appear 'glary', showing those unsightly LED chips, this new technology is like upgrading from a 14" portable TV to a high definition widescreen OLED TV.
With an energy consumption of 15 watts per metre, it produces 1650 to 2000 lumens per metre, which equates to 1650 lumens for 2700K extra warm white, 1750 lumens for 3000K warm white and 2000 lumens for 4000K cool white. Providing an efficacy of up to 133 lumens per watt, which is twice as efficient as many others on the market.
It has shorter cut points which improves flexibility at just 50mm and a high CRI (Colour Rendering Index) of CRI90 as standard. This is a technologically advanced LED tape for premium users who demand something more.
We stated in 2019 that "this LED tape will one day become the industry standard, as soon as the other manufacturers have caught up and cleared their old stock" and this is now becoming the case.
The self adhesive TESA 4965 backed tape offers high color efficiency, uniform illumination and a wide beam angle of 140 degrees. It is ideal for displays, exhibitions, kitchen under-cabinets, cove lighting applications and much more.
It can be ordered with the standard 150mm input tails or with specially soldered input and output connections available on request.
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:
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 email your enquiry to: [email protected] or 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 10M, 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.
LENGTH WATTAGE NON DIM DRIVER DIMMABLE DRIVER 1M 15W ECP15-24VF-1 ELED-15-24T 2M 30W LPV-60-24 ELED-30P-24T 3M 45W LPV-60-24 ELED-60P-24T 5M 75W LPV-100-24 ELED-90P-24T 10M 150W HLG-150H-24A ELED-150P-24T 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:
- Colour temperature options & lumens:
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Specifications & Dimensions
Specifications Beam Angle SpecificationsNeed help with choosing the right beam angle? Follow this link here to learn about beam angles.
140 Degrees Brand SpecificationsLED Strip Fit CRI SpecificationsCRI stands for Colour Rendering Index. It is a measurement of how well a light source renders the true colour of an object compared with natural daylight.
Rated out of 100, with daylight scoring a perfect 100. Lights with 90 CRI and above are classed as being high CRI. Lights with 80 CRI are the industry standard.
90 Ra Cap Type Integrated LED Colour Temperature SpecificationsMost of the LED lights we offer are available in the big 3 colour temperatures which are:2700K - Extra warm white has a warmer tone, like a halogen, although not quite as orange.3000K - Warm white is a mid range colour tone. Not as orange as 2700K and not as harsh as 4000K. This is the most popular colour temperature.4000K - Cool white (or neutral white), although clearer and slightly brighter than the others, it can make a room feel cold and clinical. Used correctly in the right environment it can make a room appear more modern.If you're unsure about colour temperatures we have colour temperature adjustable downlights available. These downlights contain multiple colour temperatures that can be changed either by a dip switch, wall switch or App. More information about them can be found here.If you want a brighter light then choose something with more lumens. The brightness difference in colour temperatures is barely 5%.Cut Points 50 mm Dimensions Located Below Specifications Table Dimmable Yes GTiN 0631112946742 IP Rating SpecificationsThis is the resistance to dust and moisture. The first digit is for the resistance to dust and the second digit is for moisture.
Anything higher than IP44 can be used in bathroom zones 1 and 2.
An IP65 rating offers a higher resistance and is generally used outdoors.
An IP68 is fully water resistant and can be submersed in water, up to 1M in depth.
LED Chip Type COB LED Specification SpecificationsChoose the specification that suits your project.
LEDs Per Metre
Modern LED tapes such as COB (Chip On-Board) have 480 LEDs per metre which produces a dot-free lighting effect as their is barely any gap between each LED.
Older LED tapes with 30 or 60 LEDs per metre has much wider gaps between each LED which creates a dotting effect.
For the best lighting effect we recommend COB LED tape.
Wattage
A higher wattage strip doesn't always = brighter light. The accurate way of judging LEDs on brightness is with their lumens. Our 4W LED tape is highly energy efficient and brighter than our 7.2W version.
IP Ratings
IP20 offers no resistance to water but is fine for use in kitchen cabinets.
IP65 is water and dust resistant. It has a silicone glue coating that shields it from splashes and dust.
IP68 is fully water and dust resistant, suitable for outdoor use or submersing in water.
Voltage
12V strips have shorter cut points than 24V allowing for a more accurate measurement. But 24V strips are better for longer runs over 5M.
In general the 480 LEDs per metre COB tape, with an IP20 rating is ideal for the majority of applications.
Please contact us for further advice.
480 LED 15W/M IP20 24V LEDs Per Metre 480 LEDs (15W/M) Life Expectancy 50,000 Hours Lumens 1650 Lumens Product Type LED Tape Sku LEDSTCOB15*W Voltage SpecificationsAC standards for alternating current and DC standards for direct current.
Mains voltage is 230V AC and has a tolerance of 10%, some products are 220V or 240V AC which means they can be classed as mains voltage.
DC voltages usually require an LED driver to convert the mains voltage AC into low voltage DC. Popular DC voltages are 12V or 24V DC.
24V DC Warranty Specifications3 Years Wattage Specifications15 W - Width: 10mm
- Length: Priced per metre
- Standard reel length: 10 metres (which we can cut)
- IP20 version is now available in 30 metre reels for installers to cut and solder themselves
- Cut points: Every 50mm
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Product Questions & Answers
Does the tape come with input cables attached? I will only require 1 metre of tape is the Mean Well Constant Voltage 24V LED Driver 20W IP67 the most suitable, I don't require the tape to be dimmable?
Many thanks
Question by: Simon on 23 May 2023, 11:59Yes, each strip comes with a fully soldered input cable.
Yes, for 1 metre, the Mean Well 20W, 24V driver (LPV-20-24) would be the best option.Answer by: Chris Horridge (Admin) on 23 May 2023, 12:13Can this tape be Bent at 90 degrees inside a 10mm aluminium profile?
ThanksQuestion by: Dan on 6 May 2023, 11:41You're always best with soldered cables between corners to prevent damage to the tape.Answer by: Mathew Smith (Admin) on 9 May 2023, 08:08Hi, I want to buy this product and the recommended driver but would like to check if this is suitable for a motion sensor (infrared hand switch) I already have installed - BHIRH-250A Patented 250W IR Sensor Switch Dual Voltage 100-240V, max 70w LED. The new LED strip and driver is to replace a faulty one I had installed.Question by: Leonor on 21 May 2023, 14:42Yes as long as you switch the mains side of the driver.Answer by: Mathew Smith (Admin) on 22 May 2023, 08:21Hi, Can you please advise if this is suitable for installing in a wooden picture rail, facing upwards? The tape is to be installed directly onto the wood, there will be no aluminium heat sink or diffuser.Question by: Samuel Green on 16 Apr 2023, 11:20Yes, this will be fine. It is a bright LED strip though, the 4W/ metre version might be a better option:
https://www.downlightsdirect.co.uk/high-efficiency-led-led-tape-smd2835.htmlAnswer by: Chris Horridge (Admin) on 17 Apr 2023, 09:30Hi, Are any of your LED strips UL?Question by: Steve on 29 Nov 2023, 11:35I'll check, how much are you looking for?Answer by: Chris Horridge (Admin) on 29 Nov 2023, 12:49 -
Product Codes
IP20 Rated (no resistance to water)
- LEDSTCOB15EW - 2700K
- LEDSTCOB15WW - 3000K
- LEDSTCOB15CW - 4000K
- LEDSTCOB15DL - 6000K
IP65 Rated (water & dust resistant)
- LEDSTCOB15EW(IP65) - 2700K
- LEDSTCOB15WW(IP65) - 3000K
- LEDSTCOB15CW(IP65) - 4000K
- LEDSTCOB15DL(IP65) - 6000K
IP68 Rated (water proof & dust resistant)
- LEDSTCOB15EW(IP68) - 2700K
- LEDSTCOB15WW(IP68) - 3000K
- LEDSTCOB15CW(IP68) - 4000K
