Cutting and Customizing LED Strips
Cutting, shortening, or customizing LED strips is very easy. You do not need an electrician or other professional for this. An LED Strip can be cut with a pair of scissors at the designated line. When you cut the LED strip at this spot, the light strip is shortened. The advantage of this is: the LED strip will continue to work normally, and you can continue to use the leftover piece (with a new adapter). You can do this by using a new plug or connector. It is best to keep in mind that cutting an LED strip is not without risks or consequences. Therefore, consider the following points:
- Determine and check what kind of LED strip you have purchased. It is very important to first check carefully which type of LED strip you have bought. This way you know if it can be cut and at what intervals (every how many centimeters) this is possible.
- 220-volt LED strips can often be cut every 100 centimeters. 12-volt LED strips can be cut in more places, often every 10 centimeters.
- Consider whether cutting the LED strip is essential; naturally, it is always better not to do so. Most LED strips feature a cutting line where you can safely cut the light strip.
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Steps for cutting LED Strips
The steps below briefly explain how an LED strip can be cut.
- Look for the cutting marks on the LED strip. These are usually lines or dots on the strip, which indicate where the LED strip can be cut. It is very important that the strip is only cut at the indicated marks, otherwise some LEDs will no longer work.De snijlijnen verschillen per LED Strip, dit is soms om de 10 centimeter maar kan ook om de 100 centimeter zijn.
- Determine the required length of the LED Strip and measure it accurately.
- Cut the LED Strip at the indicated markings using scissors or a utility knife. Take care not to damage the silicone or the LED Strip any further.
Cutting waterproof LED Strips
If you have a waterproof LED Strip ,cutting it may compromise its waterproof rating. You can resolve this by applying a new layer of silicone or sealing the end with sealant. This is especially useful if you plan to install the LED Strip outdoors or in another humid environment.
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