How to cut, connect & power LED Strip Lighting

[@pumking-x-5404]

It should be called: Click to get the most information possible in 10 minutes. ( Useful Video)

[@lenamurr1]

i thought this was gonna be a lot easier when i ordered these at 2am

[@SAnderson54]

I promise you I didn't either! lol

[@esliaurkiko]

I just need to know how to connect two strips together

[@jacobtoske7192]

Same did you find out yet?

[@esliaurkiko]

Jacob Toske nope I just had to hang up a bunch of extension cords all around my room. Also I have to use 4 remotes 😅

[@jacobtoske7192]

@@esliaurkiko cant you use the same remote

[@esliaurkiko]

Jacob Toske no it doesn’t work I tried to pair two to the same but it doesn’t work

[@steven_2155]

Aaliyah Essien I might have to do that but really want to find a way to connect it without 3 remotes

[@matthewtrimble4282]

i stared at this video for 9 minutes and 39 seconds and still am absolutely lost

[@derekthomasgriffin]

Matthew Trimble I still don’t get it big Dan

[@flavebitch1251]

Matthew Trimble 😭😭😭😭sameeee

[@petemeredith806]

Same here. So annoying lol

[@derekthomasgriffin]

Einstein said: if you can’t explain it well enough, you don’t understand it well enough. Keep at it

[@Drakmaster1337]

Me too brother, get a disco light ball instead

[@mkmartin559]

EXCELLENT video. Why can't all YouTutes be this straightforward, informative and easy-listening? I'm off to make my LED strip light tracing table. Thanks very much for answering all my questions!

[@pepelepeaux1791]

YouTutes lol

[@rajeshpatel631]

Xx

[@santoshnama7226]

J3

[@nats4ngel597]

M K Martin because it’s boring

[@jimalan4930]

Not a bad video but in the beginning it says where to cut the LED strip but it doesn't show where to cut it I still don't know

[@sivakumarb9749]

Extremely useful tips. Thank you so much. Also, please accept my sincere thanks for NOT adding any irritating, high-volume background music. Please keep it up. All video-makers should emulate this quality. Thank you once again.

[@grahamwirth]

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[@anagoge]

It's 2:45am and I'm watching how to cut LEDs.

[@dracofnwraco]

2:31 am for me

[@kingastroman3381]

Same

[@alicia-rv8jl]

Neil Martin omg sameee

[@Borishal]

There is no better way of spending time than manipulating electronic bits and bobs. It is God's way of leading the soul to a garden of Eden.

[@Adam-xi9fr]

Neil Martin it’s 5:37 for me

[@ShirleyFang18]

The video from 8 years ago is still watched by many people, with more than 8 million views. Thanks for the explanation, the details are very good, the content is clear

[@gustavogriesbach5786]

Currently watching this after being yelled at by my dad because he says I have to do research before I go and buy and install something that I thought looked cool

[@mitchgingrich2619]

Good Dad. Take his advice

[@emilydiaz1449]

Same but with my mom😂

[@petervautier7084]

At least you’re doing something: my kid just plays video games all day.

[@defnetan5477]

Gustavo G. ah same

[@jessicabarras2965]

Wow we really are living the same life

[@robinatkinson9799]

If you have a basic understanding of electricity and are used to following instructions these videos are very well presented.

[@kieranomahony00]

You have no idea how many questions you just answered for me. Thank you very much for this video.

[@TigerPowerSupplies]

+Kieran O'Mahony Its a pleasure - glad we can help with your LED strip questions :)

[@mando82jr]

I agree. Exactly what I was looking for 👍

[@shity_boyz]

Kieran O'Mahony 2 years later still very useful i love this

[@RKShah-ho7ns]

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[@mitravindgarg5372]

Exactly ! I believe all the questions have been answered

[@fuzziieverlove3015]

Your video is teaching me way more than I expected. I appreciate it. You're very patient, very calm, I just appreciate your video. Thank you so much.

[@hellohaveagoodday487]

me: **cuts where it says cut and sees it won’t turn on now** i give up

[@melodydang873]

hello have a good day LITETALLY JUST HAPPENED TO ME

[@snatched6830]

LITERALLY

[@joannaarlene561]

i’m so stupid i literally cut it and forgot it won’t have power and o don’t want to do all that wiring

[@Gabby-jd6he]

same here

[@hallieorcutt8739]

What do u do I just did that

[@royobrien]

Think this is the single greatest instuctional video I've ever seen. Covered absolutely everything

[@lillyanna6750]

2:05 is where they start connecting (you’re welcome 😇)

[@MCRTS]

My lights didn't come with the connectors:(

[@khiashantel358]

MCRTS mine didn’t either :////

[@kiera5545]

me too

[@amadapordiosalvarez8747]

me tooo

[@maddy4755]

Same and now it’s not working

[@sheahart7656]

Mines didn’t come with the power supply

[@johngreenman9078]

Wow I just love how clean and professional this is

[@TigerPowerSupplies]

Thanks John - its great to feel appreciated. :)

[@mojosbigsticks]

I saw this stuff in a DIY store yesterday, and wondered what it was. Now I know what it is, what it does and how to fit it. A really remarkable and clear video, thank you.

[@notta3d]

This right here is now all videos like this should be made. Very thorough. Nice job.

[@BobMuir100]

I know 8 years late to the party but what a wonderful video! So easy to follow yet comprehensive in its nature. I now have (saved) a video that will be a massive help to me, as I don’t do enough to commit it all to memory. ACE! Bob England

[@daakrolb]

I’ve been researching your products on your website for my kitchen. You have SO many products I’m getting overwhelmed! Can you guys do a video chat “consultation” so I can be pointed in the right direction for the right products??

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Anyone here because of Christmas or given recently?

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[@andrew-pg4if]

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[@shockdartbique8991]

You are an entire lifesaver. I'm doing my first light up cosplay and I really needed the advice.

[@MannyMaris]

These are the types of videos that make youtube amazing. Clear, precise, no long intro, no requesting to subscribe to the channel. Good work LED supplies. Great instructional video!

[@immaculate7792]

Because someone asking you to support their stuff that you already are using is that bad? Lol. Dude spent plenty of time making this video and editing and putting it online for free, least we can do as content consumers is leave a like and subscribe to help the guy grow his channel.

[@MannyMaris]

@@immaculate7792 I absolutely did! Liked, subscribed and gave a positive comment. I would do what I can to support people like this.

[@HyperactiveNeuron]

Ok so I totally came here to learn about this but can't escape the impression that the speaker/demonstrator sounds like Keith Brown from the Rag'n'bone Brown woodworking channel. Keith if this is your 👏👏🍻 Awesome my friend! Always love finding another interesting facet to someone I both respect and admire.

[@creekpeep]

Best instructional video I've ever seen. Clear, precise and useful.

[@bettybho2168]

This is an oldie but a goody!!! Best explaination I have seen on youtube, I feel I can repair my lamp now, thanks for showing us.

[@dantheman331977]

ok I get how to cut strips now. How do you join strips to make a much longer strip if needed?

[@AnthonyGoodley]

The best method would be to solder some wires inbetween each end as that provides the best connection. Of course make sure positive and negative ends are properly connected to positive and negative on each end. There are also a variety of connectors you could use as well. When making a long run you may need to add additional power taps, all from the same power supply, along the length of LED's. Otherwise due to voltage drop the LED's near the end very well may get dim. Think of it like a tree's branches. One at the start, one in the middle and one near the end

[@gwc3204]

1000 Subs With No Videos I mean only 3 years

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@Ragkos GR how can you tell

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[@unterjettingen]

Very good video with clear language ( unlike other instruction videos yours is easy to understand for people with Mother-tongue being non-English )

[@angelatibbles9151]

A very precise and understandable video, thank you, will be very helpful

[@TigerPowerSupplies]

Our pleasure Angela, we are very pleased you found our LED strip lighting video useful :)

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[@ivorwhitlock1095]

just installed a 3mt led strip that cost me just over £4, this is to supplement my small 600watt led panel. all i done was just bend it around into lines until it was used up. i cannot believe how bright it is, buy a couple of these and you will grow anything you want especially things that veg and bloom.

[@adeelrehman29]

Settings > Speed > 1.25, Thanks :)

[@tristenturner832]

my god, what a dif. sounds normal now

[@TigerPowerSupplies]

You cant please all the people all the time, sorry :(

[@marcusc3463]

I wouldn't worry about it. These are the same people that would make mistakes from not reading the instructions then call the company and complain they received a "faulty" device......

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[@halfbeardsilvertongue5129]

Thank you! I hope you're still making these type of videos. I see most of the comments that you replied to are from a few years ago.

[@atharva2920]

Tru tru

[@webguynz]

excellent video thanks guys. I can now cut my led strip down knowing I am not going to stuff it all up! cheers!!!

[@TheDublin47]

At last someone who knows what he is talking about . Thank you so much for that video

[@dominicrozsa7411]

Excellent video, very informative - please note however for users that use subtitles, your Powering LED Strip section subtitles at 7:22 is not showing the correct recommended length amount as per the narrator in the video. The narrator suggests 9.6W per meter strip, a maximum of 5 meters is powered, however the subtitles suggest 10. Use 5 as per the narrator, if you happen to come across this in the comments section (For those without sound or have hearing impairments).

[@mitravindgarg5372]

Thanks for providing such a comprehensive video ! Lot of videos are there which tell about how to cut and connect but no one and I mean it no one talks about power calculation and using the appropriate Adapter with it . This shows how detail knowledge you have . :-)

[@MrJokerh61]

Thanks for sharing your video was very helpful I now know we're I went wrong in cutting...

[@ellienyan]

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[@nxu5107]

Thanks ever so much for this. I have a very badly installed set of strip led lights and wondered how it was done. You have explained it well for me to approach the job with some confidence.

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That is me

[@divine_jd]

Ngl 😂😂yeah

[@jda5663]

Trevis Chang o_o

[@thomashardy8838]

Quality tutorial. Can you wire straight into a 12V power supply (ring terminals)?

[@ginger9795]

instructions unclear, my rooms on fire

[@mitchgingrich2619]

That's covered in an upcoming video. Sit tight for a week. They'll cover how to get that fire out then.

[@shalxnda]

I-😭

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😂

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Lmao😂😂😂😂

[@filmingle6227]

except your room isn't on fire

[@torababdullah7952]

wow I wish we had teachers in our varsity who teaches like this. so simply explained.

[@alfredalonzo5456]

Very very helpful. taught me everything I was looking to learn about this. Thank you

[@simphiwelehlohonolo4961]

I'm impressed by those aluminium extrusions 👏

[@ScrapwoodCity]

Very useful, thanks for sharing these informations on led strip lighting!

[@weezyy1945]

this information**

[@groovehog1]

Great video! Gonna be ordering from your store for my lighted mirror project because if it!

[@gourimanjunath9332]

This is a great video - Clear, concise and very useful! Thank you!

[@michaelfedora5630]

I just bought 2 rolls of these LED strips from SAYAL electronics in toronto and I will use it to light my Ho buildings for my trainset, awsome product and simple to use

[@AtlantaTerry]

Your video tutorial was very clear and very informative. Thank you.

[@stjepanletinic5878]

Terry Thoma

[@pho3663]

Thank you for the very clear presentation. Will be much appreciated to any amateur.

[@TigerPowerSupplies]

thanks for your feedback Philip

[@papajunkookchan]

My le light doesn’t have the connectors so, when I cut my stripes it doesn’t work 😢

[@bluehxnnids]

bro I just cut mine like a little bit off the cut mark idrc ant it since when its lit up ts not like ppl will see it but im scared that it will blow up

[@becca9903]

I’ve probably watched 17 videos on LED lights today because I’m getting some tomorrow. What has my life come to.

[@PaulMcKillop]

That's a really clear and well-made video. Thanks for the effort you took.

[@PacoOtis]

Dude! From here in the States thanks very much. We owe you a drink!

[@amorinooo]

Amazing. Really well explained and clear and concise. Thank you!

[@christopherliuono2877]

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[@Xxmeca421xX]

It's 4 leads on mine I think. I just got my first rgb strip and I guess I'll solder up and throw on heat shrink tubes so I can extend the strip from my desk behind my acoustic panels and to my shelf on the wall.

[@squazinitzi643]

Well done! That is one of the most helpful, informative and professionally made video i ever come across.

[@SuperOrlando29]

Please help ive been at it 4 5 days. I have one addressable strip which works fine with controller. I cut the 1 strip into six pieces but can't get them all to work properly. I can get 3 then after that wiring in a fourth causes all of them to turn white and stay that way even if i turn them off from the remote. Unplug the forth and we're good again. Even if the 4th is just another extension with no lights attached all of them go crazy

[@kennmossman8701]

probably the wiring/connections. This type of LED needs 1) a LOT of current 2) very good connections

[@sonarfreq]

Excellent presentation and clear explanation, answered a lot of my questions, thank you.

[@petermarchese9280]

sonarfreq nn7

[@goonzjav]

Good explanation. I need to install some strips in my boot. What wattage red black wire do I need to do this?

[@TigerPowerSupplies]

Hi goonzjav, the guage of wire to use depends on the power rating of the strip and how much you are looking to power. Take a look at our DC CABLE here www.led-supplies.com/led-installation-accessories/cables/

[@bomche115]

*September 2019. This video still gets your attention. unbelievable =))*

[@marydabaddestwilliams5962]

This was the best video I seen so far💯thank you😘

[@DnM202s]

When a video that shows how to cut the led light has better quality than caution video for dangerous high school chemistry class

[@eburgos021]

Very will said and demonstrated, step by step. Thank's Mr.G

[@AmitJayant]

Very good explanation. Cleared all my doubts. Thanks a lot!

[@TigerPowerSupplies]

Thanks Amit pleased we can help with your LED strip knowledge! :)

[@williamafton6598]

Thanks, just got one. I just can’t say how much I thank you for this video.

[@JohnBullPlinth]

Fabulous - once again, British videos rock! Clear, simple, informative, no bullshit. Thank you. 🙏🏻

[@phantomgamer588]

*I'm Planning On Buying One, But I Don't Know How To Use It, But I Do Now Thanks To You.*

[@matbishopsa]

Can you cut them and use that other half at another place? How would that work with the remote, and what needs to be purchased extra for that to work?

[@TigerPowerSupplies]

+Matthew Bishop You can cut them and power multiple bots of LED strip using a wireless controller which then pairs with a wireless or multiple wireless receivers take a look at some of these examples but we can offer for single colour or colour changing LED strip www.led-supplies.com/led-controllers/led-dimmer/wall-mounting/led-strip-dimmer-wireless-single-zone/

[@TigerPowerSupplies]

+Matthew Bishop Yes you can use 1 remote but then buy 2 receivers which are available on their own as order code COMPACT-RECEIVER . Doing this you can effectively power as much LED strip as you want in different places all from the one remote controller www.led-supplies.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=compact-

[@leecannon-miller4742]

Hi nice clear video thanks. Hope you can help me with my situation. I want to run strips down each side of my loft stairs I need to be able to connect them by running a cable underneath the carpet so they can plug into one socket. What do I need to connect them cable wise so that it would run under the carpet on the stair treads?

[@TigerPowerSupplies]

Hi Lee, if you want to power 2 LED strips form a single LED driver or power supply you could consider using these 2.1mm splitter cable www.led-supplies.com/2-1mm-splitter-cables You may also want to use them in conjunction with these DC extension cables depending on how far from the mains socket the LED strip is situated www.led-supplies.com/2-1mm-extension-cables if you need any further help with your LED strip installation just let us know :)

[@leecannon-miller4742]

***** Thanks for the reply but I am not seeing that as a solution as the black cable looks bulky and will be difficult to hide and I don't think It will go under the carpet well. I think I will just have to do a single white strip on one side but wonder what the neatest way will be to take the wire from the end of the lights to the socket which is located just above the stairs to the left on the loft floor.

[@MyRallyChannel]

very precise very direct very informative. would consider purchasing kit from you just from the quality of the video. regards

[@TigerPowerSupplies]

Thanks for your kind comment. We are UK based but can ship LED strip lighting or any of our products globally by Fedex for fast delivery, usually from stock

[@1Channelful]

nice video. If u use 4 to 5 volts dc power source....how many leds ( if cut ) can glow with best results....

[@WaganTech]

Great video, very thorough!

[@srtm1413]

Thank you so much i was looking for 3 meter ones for hours

[@thairidgebackDK]

Thank you, exactly what was needed :)

[@TheSummersProject]

Is it ok to power the LEDs from either side of a cut section?

[@kennmossman8701]

yes

[@shadowr2d2]

Thank you very much for posting this video. This was very informative, & educational as well. You sir have a new subscriber. Keep up the great work.

[@bernier1608]

Enlightening (so to speak) video. Many questions I've had for years were answered though one remains: how tightly can you wind these strips into a usable array w/o damaging them ?

[@TigerPowerSupplies]

A tricky question to provide a definitive answer to this Bernie, as it can change from one type of LED strip to another. you would be able to wind most LED strips around a relatively loose bend, such as your wrist for example, but too much ie at right angles for example and it will damage the PCB. Sorry w cant be more helpful on this

[@bernier1608]

Wow. Wasn't expecting a quick reply (or even one at all considering the age of the other comments). I guess that could be something I could test myself w/o going broke. Until then, I'll check out What LED supplies company has for smd's, substrates, heatsinks, and all the rest of the material options for a hardy brain workout. Thanks much, --Bernard

[@JoppertHarkema]

dude, this video is lit. I'm telling ya

[@TigerPowerSupplies]

thanks for your kind comment. We think LED strip is great and as many people as possible should be using it :)

[@OfficialUnderDog]

they didn't get the joke :/

[@BluewolfR]

My... How very bright of you to notice

[@nickstefan6555]

He must be rather dim witted

[@vstol]

LED Strip Lighting is a new item for me. Thank you for this excellent video, which has provided a wealth of information,

[@TigerPowerSupplies]

+vstol Much appreciated - in case its of interested we have just launched a new web site www.led-supplies.com/

[@reflex7922]

30m X 4.8 = 144 144+20% = 175w, IS this easy to find? i want to lighten my whole living room in one circuit and one connector

[@martinpalmer3575]

great video, though Im still a little hazy on whether its possible to connect two different strips using the clip on adaptor as a bridge between the two? like so...... PSU >> Led Strip >> clip on adaptor >> Led Strip >> clip on adaptor >> Led Strip ...... and so on.....?

[@seotools4you]

Great information and well presented.

[@TigerPowerSupplies]

Thanks SEOtoolsforyou, we are pleased you found it a helpful introduction to LED strip

[@ben8090]

Great video. Can I connect my 5m strip directly to a 12v car battery? As I have a simple 12v Solar panel charging it in my garage which doesn't have a 240v mains supply .

[@fadheelally3568]

wow,..very nice video, am gonna enjoying that show and gettin in my Brain....Thankyou very much for educate me....!!!

[@eneidaghzif.cperez7017]

I own a audio video small company and you just got me where I needed to be on LED strips. GRACIAS!

[@RobsMemoryLane]

Can you splice on another LED strip to make it longer?

[@TigerPowerSupplies]

RobsMemoryLane Hi Yes, you can add more LED strip on - check each spec to refer to maximum single run lengths. for running in series You can also use repeaters to power more LED strip from a single dimmer or controller like these www.led-supplies.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=repeater or we do a range of quick connecting cables to make the job easier as well like these www.led-supplies.com/led-installation-accessories/cables/corner-connection-cables-for-led-strip/ or maybe these connectors www.led-supplies.com/led-installation-accessories/connectors/. Thanks for contacting us i hope that helps

[@JamminJohn13]

All of these special adapters and extra part numbers you don’t really need to just simply power some low powered Led light strips like these.. *1.Cut the charge end off a USB phone charger cable- 2. Strip back the red and black wires to bare metal wire. 3. Attach/solder the red wire to the +positive on the led and the black to one of the other copper pads depending on what color you would like them to be! 4. Plug the USB end into any 5v source/ phone charger block... Let there be light! And save your money by using old shorted phone charger cables!

[@gelsm8709]

I wish I could understand this ughh lol

[@qtDiabolik]

i dont have a soldering thing well thats another christmas gift going straight to the attic

[@UnoriginallyChrisLPs]

Soldering irons only cost about $10

[@Petroarmour]

Great video!

[@quantumkris5028]

Very useful video. Was a bit worried about where exactly to cut it.

[@TigerPowerSupplies]

Glad to be of help Kris, for some ideas on where to use the LED strip check out our other video if you have a few minutes kzbin.info/www/bejne/jqbdp3-br8xgkKs

[@ImKhyree]

I LED's my desk, And It was to long so I cutted it (correctly). So now I have a left over LED strip, but how can I make that work?

[@TigerPowerSupplies]

Just add an input wire - something like this www.led-supplies.com/led-installation-accessories/cables/quick-connect-power-cables-for-led-strip-lighting/ there are different versions of this for different types of LED strip and then you can power it up from an LED driver as usual

[@rjlawncare8885]

Just like he did in the video

[@1414141x]

Are you brain dead ? It's shown on the video FCS

[@iamElectro]

@@1414141x rude

[@slabslayer258]

The video shows how to establish a connections on the strip maybe put your glasses on an re watch the video

[@gacomics5951]

Great video! Simple and informative. I came into this video completely clueless about LED strips and now feel I could install LED light in the room by myself instead of having to pay someone. Thank you so much for making this video.

[@simphiwelehlohonolo4961]

Go for it 👊

[@maciejjabonski833]

Indeed, I agree :D

[@orlyg1521]

I bought 5050 RGB waterproof with a silicone surface/covering. To make a connection do I need to peel off the outer covering? Seems like it

[@leealex5396]

Hi we are led strip light factory may i have your e-mail address？

[@FloridaCedrick904]

Mines didn’t come with the connectors 🤦🏽‍♂️

[@fraicu]

Samee

[@mspotatt]

Cedrick S same and in the amazon post it showed everything

[@needlesandthorns8392]

Okay can you cut them and then use both pieces of the lights? Because I don’t wanna waste 15 feet

[@Tracks777]

God video ven.

[@ampl1fy760]

on the strip do u cut them in half or will it work just with a little bit of the copper circles showing

[@abhishekbhagwat2264]

can I run led strip on 12w battery?

[@TigerPowerSupplies]

Yes you can. check out this section www.led-supplies.com/led-drivers/portable-power-battery-for-led-strip-lighting/

[@abhishekbhagwat2264]

LED supplies thanks

[@maxjoelg]

Abhishek Bhagwat ufñ

[@talon1706]

12V would be better. :)