SK6812 LED Strip
What is SK6812 LED Strip
An SK6812 LED strip is a type of addressable LED rope light that consists of individual LEDs mounted on a flexible circuit board.
The SK6812 IC control circuit which could be programmed is integrated into in SMD 5050 components , allowing for precise control over the color and brightness of each individual LED.
SK6812 addressable LED strip consists of RGB & RGBW, widely used in architectural lighting, stage lighting, art installations, and retail displays, among other applications.
The SK6812 data transmission distance between two pixels over 10M with data transmission frequency up to 800Kbps
How to Connect and Control SK6812 LED Strip
Step 1: Prepare the power supply, controller and a roll of SK6812 light strip. As shown in the picture below, we have prepared an adjustable voltage power supply, a K-1000C controller, and a roll of 5V SK6812 RGBW LED strip.
Step 2: Connect the power cord and JST connector to the controller. You can refer to the below picture to finish the wire connection.
Step 3: Connect the power cord to the power supply. Generally, the red wire connects to positive pole, and black wire connects to negative pole.
Step 4: Connect the SK6812 LED strip with K-1000C. Before connecting, please check the signal direction as shown in the figure below to avoid reverse signal connection.
Types of SK6812 Digital LED Strip Lights
Item: STB-TTL-3PIN-RGB-60-5V; STB-TTL-3PIN-RGB-144-5V
LED Qty: 60/144
Voltage: DC5V
Cutting Unit: 50mm
Power: 18/43 W/m
Pixel Qty: 60/144 Pixels
Break Continue: No
PCB Width: 10/12 mm
5v SK6812 LED strip similar as WS2812B LED strip , it is individually controlled. 60leds per meter and 144leds per meter are both available. 5v design make it suitable for DIY gaming animation to feel more fun while paying games.
Item: STB-TTL-3PIN-W-60-5V
LED Qty: 60
Voltage: DC5V
Cutting Unit: 16.6mm
Power: 14.4 W/m
Pixel Qty: 60 Pixels
Break Continue: No
PCB Width: 10 mm
Normally SK6812 suppot RGB & RGBW, if you are looking for an addressable LED strip in white color, then we can supply same protocol as SK6812 and could be programmable , same voltage DC5v as well.
Item: STB-TTL-3PIN-RGBW-144-5V
LED Qty: 144
Voltage: DC5V
Cutting Unit: 6.9mm
Power: 25.9 W/m
Pixel Qty: 144 Pixels
Break Continue: No
PCB Width: 12 mm
144leds per meter is the highest density RGBW SK6812 LED strip we could supply, but power consumption is also high , so pay attention to the hot it generates, should better has an aluminum profile for better heat dissipation.
Item: STB-TTL-3PIN-WW-60-5V
LED Qty: 60
Voltage: DC5V
Cutting Unit: 16.6mm
Power: 14.4 W/m
Pixel Qty: 60 Pixels
Break Continue: No
PCB Width: 10 mm
Warm white LED strip addressable at DC5v are now available, SK6812 is a popular IC compatible with Arduino swhich is widely used in the market to make lighting animations. This strip can be used in toy, gaming and entertainment industry.
Item: STB-TTL-3PIN-RGBW-60-5V
LED Qty: 60
Voltage: DC5V
Cutting Unit: 16.67mm
Power: 14.4 W/m
Pixel Qty: 60 Pixels
Break Continue: No
PCB Width: 5 mm
This LED strip come with 5mm width PCB, can adapt to super slim space , RGBW can supply pure white color also White could be customized such as 2700k, 3000k, 4000k and 6000k. Each LED cuttable and each LED individually addressable , you can DIY with this strip light easily.
Item: STB-TTL-3PIN-RGBW-60-5V; STB-TTL-3PIN-RGBW-120-5V
LED Qty: 60/120
Voltage: DC5V
Cutting Unit: 16.67/8.33 mm
Power: 14.4/28.2 W/m
Pixel Qty: 60/120 Pixels
Break Continue: No
PCB Width: 5 mm
For 5mm width addressable individually addressable strip light we can supply both 60leds/m and 120leds/m, equal to 16.67mm and 8,33mm cuttable length. DC5v makes it compatible with most of the computer entertainment and car industry voltage input.
Item: STB-3PIN-WWA-60-5
LED Qty: 60
Voltage: DC5V
Cutting Unit: 16.6 mm
Power: 14.4 W/m
Pixel Qty: 60 Pixels
Break Continue: No
PCB Width: 10 mm
If you need WWA strip light but SMD3535 is more expensive , you can choose this 10mm width SMD5050 SK6812 strip light, much more cost effective and same parameters. 10mm width makes this RGB strip more stable and robust.
Item: STB-TTL-3PIN-RGBW-60-5V; STB-TTL-3PIN-RGBW-120-5V
LED Qty: 60/120
Voltage: DC5V
Cutting Unit: 16.67/8.3 mm
Power: 14.4/28.8 W/m
Pixel Qty: 60/120 Pixels
Break Continue: No
PCB Width: 5 mm
SK6812 5mm Addressable LED Strip is used for mood lighting in living rooms, kitchens, bedrooms, and gaming setups. They can be programmed to match the theme of the room or even sync with music for lively gatherings. With simple addressable pixel controllers you can operate with reomoter or phone.
Item: STB-3PIN-W-60-5V
LED Qty: 60
Voltage: DC5V
Cutting Unit: 16.6 mm
Power: 14.4 W/m
Pixel Qty: 60 Pixels
Break Continue: No
PCB Width: 8 mm
Operating seamlessly at a low voltage of 5V and empowered by the advanced SK6812 chip, this strip combines energy efficiency with individually addressable LEDs, providing a scientifically calibrated spectrum of white light and customizable color temperature options.
Item: ST-SK6812-3PIN-RGBW-144-5V
LED Qty: 144
Voltage: DC5V
Cutting Unit: 6.9 mm
Power: 25.9 W/m
Pixel Qty: 144 Pixels
Break Continue: No
PCB Width: 8 mm
Normal SK6812 LED strip 144leds/m is 12mm width, we developed ultra thin 144leds/m 144pixels/m strip at 8mm width with SMD3535 RGBW LED . Can fit more thinner spaces. 144leds/m make it more uniform lighting.
Item: STB-3PIN-W-60-5V
LED Qty: 60
Voltage: DC5V
Cutting Unit: 16.6 mm
Power: 14.4 W/m
Pixel Qty: 60 Pixels
Break Continue: No
PCB Width: 10 mm
10mm White Individually Controlled SK6812 LED Strip Operating at a low voltage of 5V and driven by the advanced SK6812 chip, this strip offers nuanced white light control with customizable color temperature options, providing a scientifically calibrated and energy-efficient solution for tailored and sophisticated lighting designs.
Item: ST-SK6812-5PIN-RGBW-66-5/24
LED Qty: 66
Voltage: DC5-24V
Cutting Unit: 15 mm
Power: 21 W/m
Pixel Qty: 66 Pixels
Break Continue: No
PCB Width: 12 mm
This strip is indivdually RGBW addressable with each LED each cut, what more can work at both DC12v and DC24v.
Item: STB-TTL-3PIN-RGBW-60-5V
LED Qty: 60
Voltage: DC5V
Cutting Unit: 16.67 mm
Power: 14.4 W/m
Pixel Qty: 60 Pixels
Break Continue: No
PCB Width: 10 mm
Powered by the advanced SK6812 chip, each LED offers precise individual control, allowing you to seamlessly adjust the RGBW color temperature and create dynamic lighting effects. Illuminate your space with optimal voltage efficiency and customizable brilliance, redefining the way you light up your environment.
Item: STB-5PIN-RGBW-66-12/24V
LED Qty: 66
Voltage: DC12/24V
Cutting Unit: 166.67 mm
Power: 22 W/m
Pixel Qty: 66 Pixels
Break Continue: No
PCB Width: 10 mm
Normal RGBW LED strip individually addressable is SK6812 operate at DC5v, now we launch this one LED individually controlled RGBW strip that is DC12v to DC24v, at most DC30v input.
Item: STB-3PIN-RGB-60-5V
LED Qty: 60
Voltage: DC5V
Cutting Unit: 50mm
Power: 8 W/m
Pixel Qty: 60 Pixels
Break Continue: No
PCB Width: 6 mm
Zigzag addressable LED strip can be used for signage industry to creat vivid animation effect, more colorful than the traditional RGB S LED strip.
Item: STB-3PIN-RGB-148-5V
LED Qty: 148
Voltage: DC5V
Cutting Unit: 13.5mm
Power: 20 W/m
Pixel Qty: 148 Pixels
Break Continue: No
PCB Width: 8 mm
We can supply the highest LED strip 148leds per meter design at 5v at ultra thin PCB 8mm, if you are interested , please feel free to contact us.
SK6812 LED Strip Specification Download
| File Name | Download |
|---|---|
| 5V SK6812 60LEDs RGBW LED Strip Specification |  |
| SK6812 66LEDs Addressable RGBW LED Strip Specification | |
| SK6812 60LEDs 120LEDs Addressable RGBW LED Strip Specification | |
| SK6812 144leds Addressable RGBW LED Strip Specification | |
Product Features
• Individual Addressable LEDs
The SK6812 addressable LED strip contains addressable LEDs, which means that each LED can be individually controlled.
• Flexible Circuit Board
The SK6812 LED strip is mounted on a flexible circuit board, which allows it to be bent and shaped to fit a variety of applications.
• Low Power Consumption
The SK6812 digital LED strip is DC5v and RGB color each channel 17mA, RGBW color RGB is 17mA , W channle is 34mA .Both are small power consumption.
• Customizable Lighting Effects
5V SK6812 LED has wide compatibility. Works great with Arduino, Adafruit NeoPixel Library, Fast LED library, and Raspberry Pi, etc.
SK6812 LED Strip Compare with Other Addressable LED Strips
SK6812 vs WS2812B
On most occasions, the SK6812 LED strip can almost completely replace the WS2812B LED strip. There are two biggest differences between SK6812 and WS2812B:
1. SK6812 has a wider color range, including RGB, RGBW, WWA, and single white. But WS2812B is usually only RGB.
2. Compared with WS2812B, SK6812 has almost no voltage drop.
Here is an article that analyzes the differences and similarities between SK6812 and WS2812B in detail, please click to view.
WS2815 vs SK6812
The most significant advantage of the SK6812 LED strip over the WS2815 is its broader color range. It can produce more colors than the WS2815, offering superior color mixing and enhanced flexibility for crafting custom color schemes. We have written a comparison article and made a comparison table to show the differences between SK6812 and WS2815, go and get a clear understanding now!
TM1814 vs SK6812
The most obvious difference between TM1814 and SK6812 is that the TM1814 is an external IC and SK6812 is a built-in IC. Besides, TM1814 usually supports DC12V and 24V LED strips while SK6812 only supports DC5V LED strips. And there are more differences between SK6812 and TM1814 LED strips, you can click SK6812 and TM1814 comparison to check more details.
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Why Choose SunTechLite
Located in Shenzhen, SunTechLite is one of the leading LED strip manufacturers in China. After 15 years of development, we have developed into a company integrating production and trade, and have won the trust and support of customers from all over the world with high-quality products and high-quality services.
Our Addressable LED light strips have the following main advantages:
- PCB thickness: SuntechLite uses 0.25mm and 0.35mm PCB for our regular strip lights. (The thickness of the general PCB on the market is 0.2mm.) The thicker the PCB board, the greater the current flowing, and the higher the efficiency of the light strip.
- High-quality Resistors: Authentic Guarantee, Antioxidant. DC12v LED strip generally uses 0.8mm*0.5mm resistors, DC24v LED strip generally uses 1.2mm*0.6mm resistors. This makes the strips have good heat dissipation, high temperature resistance, and very stable.
- Dual capacitor design: Dual capacitor design can protect the IC, and the signal transmission is stable.
- Firm light strip connection: Tin is added to the connection of the light strip, which is convenient for welding after cutting. The solder joints are full, and there will be no false welding.
Besides, we have a specialized engineering team to offer technical support and assistance with the installation and programming of the LED strips. And you can feel free to contact us if any questions in the using process.
To know more about our PCB design advantages, please click unique PCB design by Sunlite. This article has described our PCB design with detailed products and pictures in detail. And we have made a PDF profile to describe the advantages of the LED strip light, please click Suntechlite LED Strip Advantages to view details.
Applications of SK6812 LED Strip
• Decorative lighting: This RGBW LED strip is often used for ambient lighting and creating a specific mood or atmosphere.
• Architectural lighting: This addressable LED strips are used to highlight architectural features and provide accent lighting.
• Stage lighting: This strip light is used in a variety of stage lighting applications to create dynamic and engaging lighting effects.
• Retail displays: SK6812 programmable LED strips are used to highlight products and create an attractive display.
FAQs
1. Are SK6812 LED strips easy to install?
Yes, they are easy to install, with options for adhesive backing or mounting brackets.
2. Can SK6812 LED strips be used outdoors?
Yes, waterproof LED strips are available, making them ideal for use in outdoor or wet environments.
3. How long do SK6812 LED strips last?
They have a lifespan of up to 50,000 hours, making them a long-lasting and cost-effective lighting solution.
4. What are the primary applications of SK6812 RGBW LED strips?
SK6812 programmable LED strips can be used for a wide range of applications, including decorative lighting, architectural lighting, stage lighting, and retail displays.
5. What is the primary benefit of addressable LEDs?
The primary benefit of addressable LEDs is their ability to individually control each LED, allowing for precise control over the color and brightness of each LED and enabling the creation of complex lighting effects and animations.
