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LED Light Strips Explained: An Introduction

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LED lighting has become increasingly popular in recent years, but not all of us are familiar with it. LED light strips can be a great way to light up home and commercial spaces. They are more energy efficient and longer lasting than other types of bulbs, plus they emit a pure wavelength of light that does not cause eye strain or fatigue. LEDs come in many different shapes and sizes, so you'll have no shortage of options if you are looking to add them to your decorating scheme!

Light strips are an easy way to add light to your home or business. You can choose from different styles of strips and colors, making them versatile enough for any setting.

But what are they and benefits? In a nutshell, LED strips are versatile forms of lighting and consist of many individual LED emitters mounted on a narrow, flexible circuit board. 

The Different Types Of LED Strips

There are many different types of LED strips. To help you get started, we will break down some basic information about each type and explain how they work.

  • Flexible LED Strips. These strips consist of flexible plastic that is covered in light-emitting diodes (LEDs) along both sides. They are flexible enough to be cut into any shape and bent around corners without breaking or damaging the LEDs inside. The wide range of colors available means you can match them to most surfaces, too!
  • Rigid LED Strips. This type is much harder than flexible ones, which makes them more durable but also less versatile when it comes to design options. On top of this limitation, there is also only one color available per style so if you want something other than white or red then rigid strips aren't an option unless you plan on painting them yourself after installation.

LED Strips And Connectors

When you are buying LED strips, you will come across connectors. These are used to connect different strips together, and there are many different options available. Here is what you need to know about them:

  • Male/female connectors. Male/female connectors allow for one of each type on either end of the strip. This allows for mixing and matching lengths of your lights. The only downside is that these connectors can sometimes be unreliable if you are using them in an outdoor environment where they may be exposed to water or high temperatures.
  • Twist-lock connectors. Twist-lock connectors have a locking mechanism built into them, which means they will not come apart unless you want them too or if something gets in between the two pieces. If a twist lock connector comes loose without your knowledge while working with it outdoors, it could cause damage or injury.
  • Screw down connectors. Screw down connectors have no locking mechanisms or other parts that might fail over time when exposed outdoors so they are very reliable in this regard. 

LED Strip App Management

To get your LED strip up and running, you will use app management.

TP-Link’s Tapo Smart Light Strip responds to your favorite smart home assistants, such as Apple Home, Amazon Alexa, and Google Assistant. Furthermore, all Tapo Smart Wi-Fi Light Strips allow you to connect directly to the Tapo App where you can control your light strip however you want.

Advantages Of LEDs

  • LEDs emit a pure wavelength of light. This means that LEDs are a single point source of light, instead of having the same kind of bulb with different sizes and shapes like other types of bulbs. 
  • LEDs use less power than incandescent bulbs and halogen bulbs. This makes them more energy efficient than other types of bulbs because they do not use up as much energy to spread their light out over a wider area. It also means they last longer, since there is less distance for the electricity to travel through the lamp before it reaches the bulb itself.
  • LEDs also produce less heat than traditional lighting options such as incandescent and halogen lights, making it safer to touch when they are turned off or not in use by any potential hazards such as pets or children who may play with the cords attached to these lights if left lying around on surfaces where they could be easily reached by curious hands

Achieve Creative Lighting With TP-Link

As you can see, LED Light strips are a useful tool for many projects. They are easy to use and come in a variety of shapes, sizes and colors. You can find them at your local hardware store or online at places like TP-Link. They come in different types such as flexible or rigid which are used in different applications like lighting up cabinets or under countertops where they do not need to move around too much.

If you are looking for a way to add more color, light and style to your home or office, then TP-Link’s Tapo Smart Light Strip is the perfect choice. They are easy to install, energy-efficient, versatile and can be used in almost any room. With TP-Link, you can achieve creative lighting.

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