What LED Strip Tips Does This Video Reveal?

Would you be brave enough to use tape to fix LED tape?
Will the 3M VHB tape stay the distance? - come back after the summer 😎
#ledstrip #ledlights #electricalwork #lightinginstallation

[@dylanh4326]

As someone that does this for a living, that psu is gonna be hanging by the cord in less than 6 months.

[@bertjesklotepino]

so you do recommend a screw or bolt to keep it in place?

[@angrycreeper100]

@@bertjesklotepino everything that you want to stay put needs to be bolted or screwed or glued (with real 2 component glue) down. Double sided tape will not hold anything that weighs something

[@6door6four96]

@@angrycreeper100 not that cheap double sided tape...at my work i had to hang a sign on metal light post wasnt aloud to drill so i used gorilla double sided tspe did it in -30 c weather heavy metal sign still up 6 years later

[@AltimaNEO]

@@angrycreeper100 I mean shit, I used that stuff to stick some LEDS on my computer and they fell off within the day.

[@bertjesklotepino]

i should have put the word sarcasm in my comment. Because it was meant sarcastically@@angrycreeper100

[@ianhill20101]

Black psu in direct sunlight, potted or not i dont fancy its chances. Install the psu in an enclosure or at least concealed from weather and temp swings

[@uplightuk8924]

These transformers are IP67. I’ve fitted loads of them they’re fine outside and in sunlight, as long as they’re secured to a wall/fence so that they won’t be submerged in water as they’re not IP68

[@chargehanger]

they will be switched ON only when the sun is down :)

[@zaxmaxlax]

its chinese, it will be ded in 12 months either way like always 😂😂😂😂

[@uplightuk8924]

@@zaxmaxlax It’s been around 4 years since I first installed them and the client has reported absolutely no issues with them yet

[@deang5622]

If it has an appropriate IP rating and UV protection then it will be fine.

[@benespection]

It reveals that you have far too much faith in that double-sided tape! I'd like to see how it survives temperature swings after a year both from the heat of the strip and the weather.

[@johnwarwick4105]

Back in the 70’s and 80’s a lot of industrial panels used “sticky tie-rap” bases. Easy to install but give them 5 or 6 years and they all came un stuck. Mind you doubt those led lights will last that long😂😂

[@uplightuk8924]

It’s not double sided tape… it’s way stronger than that. This stuff bonds to metal like cement they won’t come off

[@tookitogo]

Double sided tapes are not all made alike; many modern ones are actually a single layer of adhesive (no actual backing like on normal tape), and many are extremely strong and durable. I hope the installers here did surface preparation before applying the tape: contaminants like dust, debris, and skin oils can severely reduce the adhesion. (That alone is responsible for a lot of DIY adhesive failures.)

[@notpoliticallycorrect1303]

A someone who's seen more than enough car door skins stretched as a result someone using the incorrect method to pull off of body side mouldings for paint repairs etc., I can tell you that some of these adhesive strips and tapes are enormously strong,indeed some cars are literally glued together. Try removing the remains of a bit of bodyline moulding tape after a few years on a panel without a fudge wheel and see how well even the tiniest bit grips,then when you eventually remove it you can actually see and feel how the some of the adhesives chemical compounds have over time permeated the paint beneath it, leaving a witness mark. 99% of failures of DS tape where mouldings, trims etc. have fallen off are from cases where they have been re taped after removal and the surfaces have not been prepped properly,old bits of tape and adhesive still present, A smooth surface only needs a quick wipe with a solvent cleaner or IPA and even cheap DS tape generally does the job. The stuff they were using here is actually really good quality.

[@ThomasHeather]

This exact tape has been holding my license plates on for 7 years and a blind in my spare bedroom for 3 years 😂it's mint

[@robertbaker7610]

That you want everything to fall down by using the sticky tape outside

[@TecSanento]

Not that one - it's used to tape exterior car trims to the vehicle - holds for years

[@techsolver9347]

Tape will not last call certified electrician

[@racylaserjet]

I have front and back cams on two motorcycles using that 3m tape and they've been on for years, rain, and shine, even a track day. If it's the same tape lights will be alright.

[@MrZorbatron]

There is a lot of this type of type that will last a very long time outdoors. I would not use it to attach this power supply (heat), nor would I use it on that surface (porous and brittle).

[@johnhughes6819]

The heat alone would make it loose it's stickyness

[@planespeaking]

That power block taped to the rail looks like crap

[@MarcusSandoval-kx2th]

Why dude

[@Alpine_flo92002]

There are 2 types of tape. The kind that falls off within a week and the type thats gonna bond with the iron and you will never get it off no matter how hard you try.

[@Stalevik]

Now, water will be into box

[@helinghaus]

i'd be more worried about that glue under hot and cold situations

[@MarcusSandoval-kx2th]

Naaahhhh it'll hold

[@Kini_the_Fox]

Please don’t use automotive cable looms to pass mains voltage through an exterior wall that’s exposed to weather. It doesn’t matter how much caulk you use, that’s not the correct material for that

[@BigPanda096]

I was wondering if that was automotive or just the same thing as the Smurf tube. DEFINATELY wasn't metal shielding.

[@greensheen8759]

Yeah that has me like what the fuck That can't be code literally anywhere. Maybe for low voltage dc but definitely not line power

[@Perplexer1]

Wouldn't hurt if you also stated what to use instead so that the rest of us don't only know what not to use but also what to use.

[@The_Y33TER]

@@greensheen8759 British people, Y’know?

[@trevorc3063]

​@@Perplexer1Start from scratch, don't take this as a tutorial. Use different lighting in different enclosures attached differently with a different power source.

[@a-aron2276]

This is how fast normal people think wiring gets done.

[@Cornerala]

I struggle to see the craftsmanship in this video. Everything was done horribly. Wasted my time again!

[@MarcusSandoval-kx2th]

Make a video of you doing it dude 😎

[@Cornerala]

@@MarcusSandoval-kx2th never said i could do better. Im not the one posting poor workmenship onto the internet to try to fool others. And now that you say it i think i can do allot better then this

[@Alpine_flo92002]

@@Cornerala You clearly have never done any work that has to stay for 10 years plus. This is more than durable enough and the tape (if its the right kind) will easily hold those 10 years. And given he is a english bloke Id say he got the right tape

[@Cornerala]

@@Alpine_flo92002 just 😑

[@Alpine_flo92002]

@@Cornerala Tell me what you would have doen differently

[@Hundred2]

Hi 😁, You forgot to tape the Wago. They are not waterproof. You showed that there was water in the tube. It may have entered through the externally exposed tube, or it may also occur by hot cold condensation of the air. And so your tubes must be tight at both ends. there is special foam for this. There is also gel for Wago. (...and if you've never seen water (condensation) coming through the tubes in an electrical panel, well I have) Another thing, your metal beams must be connected to the Earth. Just one connection. If not already done, it was suggested in another comment to extend the ground wire to the assembly, which does not need it, but it can be used as a connection to connect the joists. (if it is not done yet). Lightning isn't just Merlin's invention. Being an electrician is more than just knowing the laws of electricity and connecting a few electrical wires. Greetings

[@MarcusSandoval-kx2th]

What the hell is a "Wago" bro??

[@RustyPetterson]

@@MarcusSandoval-kx2th The orange wire connector things. They're awesome btw.

[@malcolmstevens2838]

The pvc mounting clips used won't withstand strong UV. They also don't allow for a perfectly straight linear light. Should rather use 1m aluminium extruded channels and to ensure the neon flex doesn't fall out over time due to gravity, user a channel with clips with teeth.

[@kenmanx1298]

After he left... 5 hours, after he left, the double sided tape gives way and all falls down! 🤬

[@TecSanento]

Not that one - it's used to tape exterior car trims to the vehicle - holds for years

[@nAcolz]

PVB tape is a different beast..

[@shaunclarke94]

Why would you install a flexible LED strip when it's straight. It wont look straight and will look terrible. Just use a linear LED product.

[@efixx]

Philips Hue it is what it is

[@mmmm768]

@@efixx SILENCE, COMPANY.

[@onecustodian]

IP rated no extrusion

[@cc_snipergirl]

Because he doesn't get paid to use something else lol

[@mmmm768]

Silence @@cc_snipergirl

[@onecustodian]

I feel ya with that blasted double sided tape! 😅

[@ozzidavey]

Great for KZbin shorts. Terrible for the real world. Will last about 2 months of good weather.

[@NRC073]

Didn't silicone where the skrews goes into the wall and enclosure, water will find a way in

[@freshtwink]

Water had already found a way into the loom. It will continue flowing unabated to fill the new junction box.

[@leon_the_professional]

​​@@freshtwink Surprised no one else is talking about this, what's the point of even putting a whole new junction box in there and cutting the old cabel shorter if there's water inside the system anyway, they just slapped a band-aid over a recurring problem

[@2462bf2]

I wonder if he drilled the drain hole out too...

[@DangerousDac]

Looks like crap at the end tbh.

[@BigPanda096]

There is so much wrong with this it hurts muh eyes.

[@niin7206]

Why use tape it wont hold for even 2weeks

[@sq-fireogon9943]

Just a pop trend)

[@alextheonewarrior]

It's been holding on my car badges for 15 years.... this is the same tape they use to secure lettering and emblems and such on the backs of your car. It holds. Extremely well. Damn near welds to a surface and it will not come off in one piece after a long time

[@nAcolz]

Not PVB tape, it's way different from your regular double sided tape. Also way more expensive

[@EVOMAN14]

All that for that?

[@demonkey123]

Just a temporary lash up then?

[@kdraugsvoll86]

Chances are its an installation to make a video, not an installation that happens to be filmed

[@richard--s]

And with the money from the product placement, he can finally pay one to make it for real ;-)

[@jooglecoogle1926]

Genuinely too much, too fast in these videos. Slow things down a little for the sake of the viewer.

[@Ket246811]

It’s a one minute short…how much do you expect to see?

[@hjkglpojh1863]

Youre too slow

[@authuruksake969]

Junction box fitted at 90 degrees & wouldn't it be a consideration to drill a tiny hole at bottom to prevent any condensation build up ??? Like it is suggested when IP65 external sockets/switches etc... If you are going to stick stuff, wipe down the surface with a degreaser/soapy water - to at least give it half a chance of sticking. Personally, as you have the mastic/silicone ready, run a few dabs on box/lights to assist it holding & ensure it doesn't come unstuck after one lousy British Summer. Way too much excess flex, some connectors can be opened to shorten excess flex - others are sealed, I'd look to lose some of that excess bundle of flex maybe than it bundled up so tightly & compact

[@32VInTechV8]

heating the tape with a heat gun makes it stick better and makes removing the backing much easier

[@MartinPaoloni]

Pardon my ignorance. Why are you not using Wago connectors for the earth connection as well?

[@honich-eriker]

Because the PSUs don't have an earth wire.

[@uplightuk8924]

It’s all 24V, no earth is needed

[@pavierthermostat8763]

From my interpretation of the regs, the CPC should run to the accessory and then terminated. Even if it’s unused, it’s still protecting the cable (from joiners😂)

[@uplightuk8924]

@@pavierthermostat8763 That’s not correct. The CPC will be terminated on the supply side which will carry the earth all the way down the cable. Doesn’t matter if it’s not connected on the 24v side.

[@pavierthermostat8763]

Yeah but isn’t that JB on the mains side? Also I noticed that the transformer is fitted with 2core, so this has actually been installed correctly 👍

[@chrislambe400]

Ruined it - the dude uses a plain wire cutters and not a special Knippex flush cutter to clip the cable ties.

[@Gameboygenius]

True true. He didn't even torque the cable ties down before cutting them.

[@number6ix929]

Any flush cutters will do the job.

[@jeremycanning8934]

Personally think you installed the white junction box wrong, cables should enter the bottom, should have drilled a drain hole, finally, seal around the top and both sides

[@animarkzero]

I would never install outdoors with double sided tape. On that metal frame I would use self tapping screws.

[@FerrumGrand]

Wait 5 hours for video ✅

[@13ghosts50]

I started laughing when he was trying to get the backing off the 3M tape, then “5 hours later” showed up. 😂 I know the feeling!

[@peterevenhuis2663]

The metal structure needs grounding, it was simple to extend the grounding wire

[@animarkzero]

No grounding needed in this case as the LED's are SELV

[@peterevenhuis2663]

@@animarkzero the black box is the LEDs power supply so you still take the high voltage directly to the metal structure, and as so it needs grounding. I have seen many potted SELV power supplies damaging on a bad capacitor or transformer, the resin melts and the high voltage is exposed.

[@animarkzero]

@@peterevenhuis2663 The black power supply is SELV safely isolated so no grounding needed. Google SELV if you don't believe me.....🤦‍♂️

[@Hundred2]

Hi, Yes, at home, I had an electronic transformer that exploded (1/40 spots). The case opened in two. I wagged all the cable lands. Metal beams must be earthed. Just one connection. Either directly to the earth rod or to the electrical panel terminal block.

[@richard--s]

I have an idea, where you could put the grounding wire (yellow-green) : connect it to the metal structure, so that in case a wire got loose and would set it under higher voltage, it would shut down for safety! ;-)

[@definingimage]

Yeah, that will fall down in a week

[@alfredlangmann4644]

Almost perfect....U Forgot the WAGO Gel Box for the WAGO 221-412 Connectors

[@damiendye6623]

Walls made of cheese as can be drilled without hammer mode, no drip loops on the cables and the black controllers are left in direct sunlight

[@blobstrom]

Side cutters to cut off excess cable tie is a no no, flush cutters please.

[@edwardholmes91]

I'm surprised they didn't use a cable tie cutter and tensioner tool! 😂

[@mikokalliomaki3093]

Why was there water coming out of a pipe that went inside the house? I thought it'd be the other way around.. 😂

[@VuzeTastic]

Usually the flex pipes tend to bend upwards from sunlight/weather, i guess theyre like weather telling twigs in that regard and then either rain or condensation happens, i actually tried siphoning one out the other week and got a mouthful of sawdust and stale water.

[@Faddnn]

Condensation maybe, that the reason you fill it up with some silicon.

[@timhnartiel]

Bloody cost-cutting builders these days, installing combined electrical and water pipes and all 😂

[@jada1173]

The corrugated pipe should not go between warm and cold sides of a wall like that. The wall box should also be mounted with the cable exit downwards just to be safe. Those boxes seems to always leak no matter what ip rating..

[@ChristofferOrrmalmUtsi]

This shorts vid did not solve the main issue at all. The water contamination. That is what an electrician who either want to loose their job does. Or an electrician who would like to come back later. Second way too much adhesive.

[@uplightuk8924]

Philips Hue really is a great bit of kit. I’ve fitted a lot of their 24V garden lighting range for clients

[@bfb59]

Hue is probably the worst app I've ever encountered. Tried fitting them in my own house and spent an eternity trying to set them up. Lamps in the bin and alternatives fitted!

[@uplightuk8924]

@@bfb59 They’ve been really easy all the times I’ve used the app as the customers ask me to set it up for them. Everything just links to a bridge, it’s really easy. Perhaps you had a weak Wi-Fi connection?

[@jamiebourne8047]

The stripping of that flex 🤦‍♂️

[@chrisR-B]

When you have the fancy cable tip cutter but still remove the casing with side cutters >_>.

[@Gameplayer55055]

As always the most professional people are down in the comments

[@yellowdogparty]

I’m going to add a point that I feel was left out in favor of all of the other legitimate complaints but is still important. You need to STRETCH electrical tape so it bonds with itself and seals properly. It holds WAY better if you do that.

[@namisyellownguyen6110]

Use a flat head screwdriver to peel off the double side tape okay

[@caponych]

Молодец, сделал петлю вниз на кабеле при вводе сбоку в монтажную коробку, для того чтобы вода в коробу не затекала. Хотя можно было сразу ввести кабель снизу.

[@TheDarknessConsumesMe666]

and that's how you make a 1 minute long video feel like 2 minutes 😂

[@SADZLOU]

Всё нормально было, с водным охлаждением...

[@realcartoongirl]

bro you put white stuff but didnt cover evry hole

[@jam.bear.allday]

Not required but I would probably cover the wago with tape for moisture protection prob fine but a good idea to do also just use screws for the led control board lasts longer

[@ericharrison6418]

He used wagos. That’s all I needed to see

[@llVIU]

if you have trouble peeling off that red tape, you can use a screw driver to peel off a corner

[@AWIRE_onpc]

UK Electricians: You need to spend more than 15 minutes on a project! US Electricians: Just stab the back of the outlet with the wire and tighten.

[@nikgamesGov]

Двусторонний скотч на улице? Серьезно?

[@michaelmorgan7893]

Looks like they show a better method of running the wires in watertight 3R boxes, rather than split loom tubing.

[@middleagebrotips3454]

You can pull a corner of that gray part to release the lining so you have a corner to start peeling.

[@vmkoop]

You only forgot one thing. The WAGO gel box. 100% waterproof and always accessible

[@paulushdk]

At least, he used wago connectors

[@therealdonchelios]

Such crispy sounds 😄👌

[@st3v3ndc]

Dont use electrical tape on your connections if you want a clean repair at a later date, use heatshrink. Dont use double sided sticky pads outdoors for power supplies and shield the power supply from bad weather.

[@ga6287]

My ocd on those saddles is what's killing me rn lol

[@JohnDoe-cu6jv]

Please provide amazon links for these

[@FeatheringWalthamstones]

Caulked to building entrance where it goes into the enclosure, but not the screw holes into the enclosure. Enclosure does not have double lips or gaskets so water WILL intrude over time. Also, I can't tell if that's split duct, or if he cut it down the middle in that close up. If it is split duct, u might as well use split loom/split sock for running your cables. Like others, never put your PSU in direct sun and rain, even if it says it's made for it. And never trust double side tape outdoors.

[@casimirkonrad9590]

You should have opened the condensate drain hole. Read the instructions. Thanks for purchasing Spelsberg A-Box.

[@layerdballoonswe]

I think marine epoxy would be way better then double sided tape but it looks good

[@SojournerDidimus]

Move that driver inside the house and lead pow power outside! Alternatively, put the driver inside a watertight enclosure.

[@onlinesmartservices6661]

Can anyone tell me what is that white past you applied behind the grey box?

[@sanaullahkhan5741]

Adding a double sided tape outdoor, not a good idea, it will start to fall in heat and rain

[@tookitogo]

There are tapes that can easily manage that scenario.

[@Alex-wz4op]

kinda annoying that the JB is wrong way up :D

[@asraelmelendez]

Wasn't it easier to make a small distribution box a little larger to install the PSUs so as not to leave the PSUs in the hallway?

[@fazented]

Could tell from the powerbrick, It's a Philips Hue strip. I've installed way too many of those

[@birrextio6544]

Everything outdoors need the earth (green yellow) connected, we can see how they ignore that in many Asian countries and people get killed.

[@Reecharge]

No waterproof connections, incorrect sealant, PSU is hanging for their life off of TAPE lmao, tape applications outside don’t survive contractions and expansions from changes of seasons. You’ll be using that strip to tell you which direction the wind is coming from after half a year. That plastic connection box has no water-resistant gasket either, that box will be a high voltage aquarium after rainy season. This is why you don’t let uncle Paul do your electrical haha

[@anonimoporsiempre6033]

Superb Work

[@herobrinehacks8141]

How beautiful and neat! 🤩

[@denisdenisov5201]

Класс! High quality! From Russia with respect!) Good luck!

[@user-ss3md8pd6i]

Is the power block waterproof?

[@jordanwills574]

Hey guys. Just an Electrical enthusiast here tryna gather as much knowledge as I can. What are those yellow and white wire connectors called?

[@mateuszw.7905]

Wago

[@realcartoongirl]

product: indoor use only. Guy with white stuff: xd install ouside

[@user-by5gc4bn8e]

Зачем такое большое сечение кабеля для лед-подсветки?

[@FieldBoy111]

"That'll be $5000 dollars mahm sir"

[@aeris7161]

That's right, fuck the screws, we fuck everything with ties and tape, it won't fall off in a week.

[@mattia_ita5485]

have you moved to Italy? 😂 excellent wiring😏

[@cup_and_cone]

They call this the weekend install...cause it will only last one week.

[@walterar4242]

Estimo que lo mejor era poner la fuente de poder en la caja plástica para evitar que tenga un daño por estar muy expuesta. Y también es necesario sujetar los soportes de la cinta LED con tornillos en la estructura.

[@teijokano5092]

Я не хочу душнить, но крепить всё на двухсторонний скотч? Сильно

[@YOLahKiiN]

Уличный монтаж на двухсторонний скотч?) Чел гений, ничего не скажешь)

[@madhukeshnp]

Water inside the conduit was working like a coolant.. now you have lost that feature 😂😂😂

[@doktorhelm2386]

скотч на улице? ладно... ваго без наконечников? ок... снятие оболочки бокорезами? ну как скажешь...

[@Cyba_IT]

The grey box is done ok but those transformers taped to the pole? Nope.

[@SG-gc7mn]

Padded adhesive tape?!?! First hot summer day and everything will fall!!

[@kaya.emilia]

Felt that five hours later…

[@joeybruins]

the use of caulk to prevent water ingress

[@MrRaddoslaw]

If you want to use a double sided tape than remove that orginal sh*t and use either clear thin foil with red secure foil or thick black foam with green secure foil that you can buy in local advertisement shop. Use the thin one on smooth surfaces. Always put tape on all avalible space not just 2 small rows.

[@anastasiosrounis3969]

That you could screw the driver instead of putting double side tape?

[@vertigo72480_official]

Tell me you don't know what you're doing without saying a word....proceeds to pound on double-sided sticky tape used outdoors, in the sun.

[@tensazero]

All those tools, and not one knife blade tip to help remove the double side tape red strip.

[@thatfoojosh]

How about using a Smurf connector?

[@florpdorp7190]

Who else heard Legos when he was breaking the plastic

[@laebdangrs4274]

Waooooooow niec work 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾