Five Tips When Using Waterproof LED Light Bulbs | SimplyLED

26 Aug.,2024

 

Five Tips When Using Waterproof LED Light Bulbs | SimplyLED

If you&#;re looking for a creative way to brighten your home or office, use waterproof LED light bulbs. LED light bulbs will transform the appearance of a room, garden or outdoor building. You can also use them on a caravan or boat.

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1. Waterproof LED light bulbs have a special coating. Water is unable to penetrate this and ruin the bulbs. But beware. When you use waterproof bulbs, you must have waterproof bulb sockets.

2. In bathrooms, you must meet strict rules when you position standard lighting. Waterproof LED light bulbs let you explore a wider range of lighting options. Put LED strip lights around the bath or shower, for example. Add LED spotlights to the ceiling, walls or floor. Use coloured bulbs to create mood effects. Also fit separate switches for your lights so you can change your lighting patterns.

3. Using waterproof LED rope lights and LED strip lights is the simple, versatile way to add light outdoors. Because rope and strip lights are flexible, you can place them along the contours of trellises, walls and sheds. The lighting options include white, coloured and flashing. A sheath of PVC covers the bulbs and protects them from moisture. Don&#;t submerge LED rope or strip lights in water, however.

4. Many boats rely on 12-volt batteries for lighting. Waterproof LED light bulbs are low energy and can run off a 12-volt power source. As a result, they&#;re ideal for life on the water. So if you&#;re into boating, think LED!

5. Use a suitably qualified electrician to fit your waterproof LED lighting. You may be confident about wiring, but it&#;s wise to employ an expert. Water and electricity don&#;t mix well.

Finally, waterproof LED light bulbs are long lasting and economical to run so you can combine lighting pizzazz with low costs.  But don&#;t be surprised if your friends and neighbours are envious!

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What's the difference between weatherproof and waterproof?

1. What is a Weatherproofing Level, and why is it important?

You wouldn't store your books in a bathtub would you? The same principle applies to your LEDs too, a place for everything and everything in its place. If your LED product is specifically labeled as "weatherproof" then it's rated to withstand basic moisture and splashing like rain or a sprinkler system. Weatherproof products are also abrasion resist meaning they can stand up to a stray rake or an accidental footstep. Now if you're looking for something a little stronger, you'll want products that are specifically listed as "waterproof." These are capable of being totally submerged underwater, meaning you can illuminate a swimming pool from the inside, or give your fish tank some extra pizazz!

2. Which Weatherproofing Level do I need for my project?

The weatherproofing level all depends on where your project is going to be happening. If you're doing some accent lighting inside or another indoor project, then indoor strips will do just fine. Indoor strips, while not water resistant, can still hold their own against dust and abrasion, so there's no need to be overly worried about them. However, if you're going to be installing a project in the bathroom or near a sink or other water source, then weather or waterproof LED light strips are going to be a better choice for safety's sake. The weatherproofs are also the best choice for general outdoor projects, unless of course you plan on submerging the strips in water. If you plan on using the waterproof strips, remember that they can be submerged in up to a meter of water and still be expected to perform for the entirety of their rated lifespan.

3.  What is an IP Rating?

Easy question, it's the strength of an internet signal, let's move on! I'm kidding, an IP rating is a rating of a product's durability against water and abrasion. I know what you're thinking, I covered this in the first question, here's the thing, the IP rating is the OFFICIAL weatherproof ratings. Our indoor LED light strips are rated as IP-30's, which means they are safe from typical household things like tools, heavy wires, your hands, and other similar things. That being said, take care of your strips, just because it's protected from these things doesn't mean they can't be damaged. The weatherproof strips are rated as IP-65 and can stand up to light amounts of water and abrogation, and the waterproofs are IP-67, which protects them from up to a meter of water.

4. What temperatures are safe to operate LED strips?

LED light strips are safe to operate at similar temperatures to the human body, actually. A more exact answer is that our LED light strips can be safely operated between -25 and +60 degrees Celsius (-13 to +140 degrees Fahrenheit). So odds are, your project will be within those temperatures, unless you're planning to light up the Antarctic or accent some lava flows. To put it another way, our LED could light up the Las Vegas strip, or provide light for a meat freezer where people who cheat on the Vegas strip are asked politely to leave.

5. Does the included adhesive hold up to outdoor applications?

It'll do the job, for a time. However, if you're setting up a long term project then it's important to make sure you upgrade your mounting system from the standard adhesive. Depending on your project, different mounting options will suit or needs better. If you're planning on mounting to wood, then Gorilla Glue is a great option, but sometimes an upgraded tape is all you need. If you don't even want to think about sticky options, then mounting clips can be exactly what you're looking for. Though, if the mounting site allows, then zip ties will be your absolute, no exceptions, best possible option. Should zip ties be your choice, remember, they need to be able to wrap around both the strip and the mounting site, so with larger mounting sites, like shelving or walls zip ties just aren't an option.

6. Will moisture damage the strips over time?

For our indoor strips, moisture is definitely a concern, and you should take steps to make sure your strips are well protected from water as it can shorten the lifespan of your strips drastically. On the other hand, our weather and waterproof strips are made specifically to stand up to water (in varying amounts) for the entirety of the strip's estimated lifespan. As we're are dedicated to you, our customer, all our strips come with a two year warranty so in the off chance they do get damaged, we'll replace your strips and make sure your project won't suffer.

Thanks for reading this installment of our troubleshooting series, we truly hope it has been helpful. Have a question we haven&#;t answered yet? contact us at and we&#;ll do our best to answer it in the next installment. Please remember that our customer service staff is happy to assist you with any and all of your concerns, questions, and suggestions. If you want to call and talk with us, well that&#;s just fine too &#; 1-855-768- !

 

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