Troubleshooting

Can I cut an LED strip anywhere, and how do I join two pieces?

Cut on the mark, join with the right connector, and never rely on the tail to carry power across a reel.

Voltage, LEDs per cut, cut count, join method required (solder / connector / plug)?

Diagnosis

Cause, then fix

Cutting away from the scissor mark

The mark is placed so a cut severs only one trace between two pads. Anywhere else you break a supply path.

Fix: Cut at the mark, centred on it, with sharp blades.

Using screw terminals on a thin strip

Screw pressure crushes the 35 µm copper and the joint loosens after a few heat cycles.

Fix: Use solder, crimp, or a real strip-to-wire connector.

Expecting the plug to pass power on

A 2-pin connector carries power but no signal continuity on addressable strips; a 4-pin one is needed there.

Fix: Check the connector pin count against the strip type before you buy.

Spec that avoids this

Cost-optimized COB strip for projects that need a smooth light line at a balanced price point.

8W/m · DC24V · IP20 / IP65

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Individually addressable pixel strips for animated effects, creative installations and interactive lighting.

10W/m (60 pixels, DC5V) · DC5V / DC12V / DC24V · IP20 / IP30 / IP65 / IP67

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