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Can a power supply and LED strip be paired together?
Because the power supply’s capacity is higher than the LED strip’s power draw, we can safely conclude that these two products can be paired together. Power supply wattage and amperage ratings can confuse and even scare some people. It isn’t unreasonable to assume that a power supply that pumps 36 Watts into a 24 Watt LED strip would cause damage.
How to calculate the power of a LED strip?
To solve for A (amperage), simply plug in 24 for wattage and 12 for voltage, and calculate: 24 = 12 x A A = 2.0 Amps. In electrical terms, we now know that at 12V, this LED strip will draw about 24 Watts per reel (5 meters), or about 2.0 Amps.
What kind of DC does an LED strip use?
The first step is to figure out what the voltage of the LED strip is. The majority of LED strips available on the market run at 12V DC. Others are primarily at 24V DC. If you still aren’t sure, another way to confirm this is to look at the product photo. Most LED strips will have a mark showing 12V or 24V.
How are LED drivers used in LED diodes?
Diodes’ family of LED drivers provides high-efficiency constant current drive for high brightness LEDs – both high and low current. When driving multiple LEDs in a single string, efficiencies greater than 95% may be attained together with very accurate LED current matching.
What kind of voltage does a LED strip use?
Most LED strip light products operate on low voltage DC. Common DC voltages used are 12V and 24V. First and foremost, check that the power supply is rated for the correct voltage that matches the LED strip voltage.
Can you drive multiple LEDs in a single string?
When driving multiple LEDs in a single string, efficiencies greater than 95% may be attained together with very accurate LED current matching. Press Releases: Automotive-Compliant 60V Fast Dimming Linear LED Controller from Diodes Incorporated Targets Automotive LED Lighting Applications