How to Cut, Fix and Connect LED strip Lights?

 

LED strip lights

LED strip lights are versatile and durable lighting. You can easily cut, fix and connect it with the power supply to turn it on. This is an easy process, but you need to be careful as a small mistake can destroy the strip light. Many people also use this as an outdoor LED strip light to improve your brand's visibility. You can also get this in white or RGB LED strip for a better look. This blog will explain everything about Cutting, Fixing, and Connecting the LED light strips.

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Part 1. How to Cut LED Strip Lights

Before buying the strip light:

  1. Ensure that the strip can be cut; otherwise, it may be unusable after a cut.
  2. Never forget to disconnect the power source before cutting the strip light, as cutting it with the power supply is very dangerous.
  3. Follow the below procedure to cut the light strip properly without damaging it. 

Step 1. Measure the length

If you have bought a too-long LED strip light, you need to cut it off to convert it to a suitable size. Firstly, measure the length of the strip as per your need. All your hard work will be wasted if you cut the strip light too short. 

Step 2. Cut the strip from the scissors logo. Look for that

For convenience, there is a scissors logo placed on the LED strip lights by the manufacturers. Find the logo before cutting the strip lights to avoid any kind of damage. 

Step 3. Cut Straight

The last step is to cut the scissors logo and the excess strip using scissors for clean cutting. Avoid cutting the strip diagonally as it may lead to strip damage, make sure to cut the strip straight. 

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Part 2. Fix LED light strip When Cut

It is an easy task to fix the LED light strip after cutting. For the reconnection of the light after cutting, you will need to use an additional pin connector. Cutting from the wrong place can also lead to not working the strip light. So it is recommended to crosscheck the length of the strip before cutting. 

Step 1. 4-pin LED light strip connector.

strip light

There are various types of connectors available for strip light, so choose the right one per the light strip type. 4Pin connectors are the most common.

For example, if the strip of your light is 10mm wide, you must choose the 4Pin connector suitable for 10mm. If you purchase a 10mm connector for an 8mm light strip, it will not work. 

Step 2. Open the connector

You will need to open the connector on the side if it has a cover. 

LED Strip lights

Usually, it is hard to reconnect the light strip after cutting. You will have to buy some additional connectors to make the light work. But in some cases, the improper procedure may also lead to strip damage, making it unusable. So make sure that the length of the required strip light is correct to avoid wastage. 

Part 3. Is it possible to use LED strip lights after cutting? 

Yes, strip lights work after cutting if you cut them to an exact length. But it would be best if you cut them according to the mark. If you cut the wrong part, the light may not work. 

After you cut the strip light, place the essential parts in the position and switch on the lights by following these steps. 

Step 1. Keep the wall dry and clean. 

LED Strip lights

It is recommended to clean the wall first before attaching the strip light to a wall. The LED light strip will not adhere properly if the wall is wet or dusty. 

Step 2. Put the LED strip light 

LED Strip lights

Clean the wall, then tear off the adhesive cover from the strip light and paste it into the correct position. 

Step 3. Connect the LED light strip

LED Strip lights

When you purchase a LED strip light set, the controller and connector come with it. First, check your box to find it. Then, use the connector to connect the controller and the light strip. Please keep the focus on the front and back while connecting the connector and the light strip. The light will not work if you will insert the strip light backward. 

Step 4. Plug in the power and switch on the LED strip lights

The Final Step is to connect the controller to the power, and the LED strip lights will turn on. 

After following the above steps, if you still find that the LED lights are not working, check if there is an issue with the connection or not. If the connection is standard, the chances are that the light strip may have been damaged while cutting. So always be careful and cut the strip according to the scissor logo. 

Conclusion

Follow the procedures mentioned above as written to safely and properly cut, fix, and connect the LED light strip. Missing or avoiding a single step can lead to strip damage, wasting all your effort and light. Before starting the process, we recommend bringing all the necessary things to the table, such as scissors, connectors, pins, and light strips. You can place this light anywhere as it is easy to install or paste.  




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