COB 480 LED Strip (12V) - Complete Content
Description
COB 480 LED Strip – Smooth, Continuous Light for Professional Applications
Our COB (Chip-on-Board) technology delivers seamless, dot-free illumination with 480 LEDs per metre packed into just 8mm width. Unlike traditional LED strips with visible dots, COB creates a continuous line of light perfect for applications where smooth, even illumination is essential.
COB Technology Advantages:
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Dot-free illumination – 480 LEDs per metre create seamless, continuous light
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Ultra-compact design – just 8mm wide for discreet installation
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Superior light quality – smooth, even distribution without visible LED spots
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High efficiency – >105 lumens per watt for excellent performance
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Four colour temperatures – from warm 2700K to crisp 6500K pure white
Perfect Applications:
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Professional display lighting – museums, galleries, retail showcases requiring even illumination
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Architectural cove lighting – smooth indirect lighting without visible LED dots
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Under-cabinet task lighting – kitchens, workstations needing shadow-free illumination
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Accent lighting – shelving, alcoves, decorative features where smooth light is critical
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Signage backlighting – channel letters, lightboxes requiring uniform illumination
Installation Advantages:
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Flexible installation – no intermediate connections needed for runs up to 10m (see power planning for electrical requirements)
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Cut exactly to length – 25mm intervals for precise fitting
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Professional adhesive – pre-applied backing bonds to clean surfaces
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Simple connection – compatible with all 12V LED drivers and dimmers
Power Planning Made Simple:
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1 metre = 10.5W (higher consumption due to high LED density)
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3 metre run = 31.5W (typical under-cabinet application)
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Up to 5m = 52.5W (requires 60W+ power supply for safety margin)
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Up to 10m = Power from both ends (120W+ total power supply capacity)
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Longer than 10m = Requires power injection every 5m to prevent dimming
Browse our 12V power supplies and LED dimmers or contact our technical team for free consultation: sales@weloveleds.co.uk
Planning longer runs? For installations over 10m, contact us for power injection guidance and bespoke solutions.
Professional Quality You Can Trust:
30,000-hour lifespan means your installations maintain smooth, continuous light for years. Backed by our return-to-base 5-year warranty for complete peace of mind. Available in four carefully selected colour temperatures to suit any application requirement.
Planning a bigger project? We offer competitive reel pricing for larger installations. Contact us for a quote tailored to your specific requirements.
Product Supply Options
The strip is supplied in 10m reel or cut from the reel as per your requirement.
What You Receive:
- ✅ Full Reels (10m): LED strip with 100mm of wire pre-soldered at each end
- ✅ Per Metre: LED strip with adhesive backing
- ⚠️ Per Metre Note: Cut from part reels - wire connection not guaranteed
What's Not Included:
- ❌ Power supply - requires separate 12V power supply
- ❌ Dimmer - optional LED dimmer for brightness control
- ❌ Connectors - optional LED strip connectors for wire-free connections
- ❌ Mounting profile - aluminium profiles available separately for professional installations
Additional Services:
🔧 Bespoke Service: We can supply cut-to-length sections with pre-soldered cables - just ask!
Important Notes:
- Full reels always include wire connections for immediate use
- Per-metre cuts may require wire attachment (simple solder job or use connectors)
- Continuous lengths up to 10m can be supplied as one piece when ordering multiple metres
- Professional installation recommended for commercial applications
Professional Dimming Control
All our standard LED strips are fully dimmable for complete lighting control. Use simple inline dimmers or integrate with professional control systems for advanced lighting scenes and automation.
Inline Dimmers: LED dimmers - simple rotary or touch control on low voltage side
Dimmable Power Supplies: Dimmable 12V power supplies - integrated dimming control
Professional Systems: Compatible with DMX, DALI, 0-10V, PWM control protocols
Smart Home Integration: Works with Lutron, Loxone, Rayco, Control4, Lightwave, Wizz, Casambi, Crestron systems
Technical Specifications
- LED Type: COB 480 – 480 LEDs per metre in continuous strip
- Voltage: 12V DC (±10% tolerance)
- Power Consumption: 10.5W per metre at full brightness
- Current Draw: 875mA per metre
- Luminous Efficacy: >105 lumens per watt
- Cut Points: Every 25mm for precise length cutting
- PCB Dimensions: W8mm × H2mm
- Max Run (Single End Power): Up to 5 metres
- Max Run (Both End Power): Up to 10 metres
- Power Injection Required: Every 5m for runs longer than 10m
Environmental & Performance
- Operating Temperature: -10°C to +45°C
- Storage Temperature: -20°C to +60°C
- IP Rating: IP20 (Indoor use only - suitable for dry locations. Can be used outdoors when protected in sealed letters/channels)
- Lifespan: 30,000 hours typical operation
- Warranty: 3 years replacement warranty
Colour Temperature Options
- Pure White: 6500K - 1106 lumens/m (crisp, daylight white)
- Natural White: 4000K - 1009 lumens/m (neutral, office lighting)
- Warm White: 3000K - 968 lumens/m (cosy, residential lighting)
- Very Warm White: 2700K - 1001 lumens/m (intimate, restaurant lighting)
- Colour Consistency: Maintained within single production batch
Installation & Compatibility
- Mounting: Pre-applied professional adhesive tape
- Surface Requirements: Clean, dry, degreased surface
- Power Supply: 12V constant voltage LED drivers only
- Heat Management: COB design provides efficient heat dissipation
- Connection: Solderable pads or connector compatible
Quality Notes
- Batch Consistency: LED strips from different production batches may have slight colour variations
- Wire Connection: Per-metre cuts may require separate wire connection
- Professional Installation: Recommended for commercial applications
- COB Technology: Continuous light output eliminates visible LED spotting for premium applications
