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LED strips are no longer just a fad; they are now widely used in lighting projects. This has raised some questions about which tape model to use for specific lighting applications, how much it illuminates, and where to place it. This content is for you if the issue resonated with you. This article will explain what LED strips are, the models MINGXUE carries, and how to select the appropriate driver.
What is LED Strip
LED strips are gaining more and more space in architecture and decoration projects. Produced in flexible ribbon format, their main objective is to illuminate, highlight and decorate the environment in a simple and dynamic way, allowing for several practical and creative options for using light. They can be applied in many ways, such as main lighting in crown molding, effect light in curtains, on shelves, countertops, headboards, in short, as far as creativity goes.Other advantages of investing in this type of lighting are the ease of handling and installation of the product. They are super compact and fit well just about anywhere. In addition to its sustainable LED technology, which is super-efficient. Some models consume less than 4.5 watts per meter delivering more than light than 60W traditional lamps.

Discover the different models of MINGXUE LED STRIP.
Before delving into the topic, it is important to understand a little more about the different types of LED strips.
Step 1 – First select the models according to the application location:IP20: For indoor use.IP65 and IP67: Tapes with protection for outdoor use.
Tip: even indoors, choose tapes with protection if the application area is close to human contact. In addition, the protection helps in cleaning, to remove that dust that accumulates there.
Step 2 – Select the ideal Voltage for your project.When we buy some item for the house, such as appliances, they usually have high voltage from 110V to 220V, they can be connected directly to the wall plug whether with 110V or 220V voltage. In the case of LED strips, it does not always happen this way, as some models need drivers that will be installed between the strip and the socket for them to work correctly:
12V Strips
The 12V tapes need the 12Vdc driver, converting the voltage that comes out of the socket to 12 Volts. It is for this reason that the model does not come with a plug, as it will always be necessary to make an electrical connection connecting the tape to the driver and the driver to the power supply.
24V Strips
On the other hand, the 24V Tape model needs a 24Vdc driver, converting the voltage that comes out of the socket to 12 Volts.
Plug & Play Strips
Unlike other models, Plug & Play Tapes do not require a driver and can be connected directly to the electrical network. However, they are monovolt, that is, it is necessary to choose between the 110V or 220V model. This model already comes with a plug, just remove it from the packaging and plug it into the mains to use.

How do drivers work?
The driver performs a similar function as a power supply, causing the LED strip to receive power constantly and also making sure that the LED does not have its useful life reduced. To ensure that this process occurs correctly, it is necessary that the driver is compatible with the voltage and power of the tape.
How to choose driver
When choosing the driver, it is necessary to evaluate some points to guarantee a good operation, such as the output voltage and the power in watts needed to feed the tapes properly. Attention to these details is essential to ensure the life of your LED strip.
The choice of driver will depend on the ribbon voltage, ie 12V driver for 12V ribbons and 24V driver for 24V ribbons. Each driver has a maximum capacity and to use it in LED strips, 80% of its total power must be considered. For example, if we have a 100W driver, we can consider a tape circuit that consumes up to 80W. Therefore, it is essential to know the power and size of the chosen tape. But you don’t have to worry about doing all these maths, as we have prepared a complete table of Which Driver to use more than illuminating.

We hope that this content has helped you in choosing your LED strip and also in using it. Want to know more about MINGXUE LED products? Visit MINGXUE.com or talk to our team of experts by clicking here.