Outdoor COB LED Strips

Outdoor COB LED strips deliver a smooth, dotless line of light engineered to withstand the elements. Unlike traditional SMD tape, COB (Chip-On-Board) technology packs hundreds of tiny diodes onto a single flexible board, producing a continuous glow with no visible hotspots. These strips are ideal for soffits, decks, fences, signage, and any project where consistent illumination meets exposure to moisture, dust, or temperature swings.

Types and options

Outdoor COB tape is available in several configurations to match your installation:

12V DC strips are well suited to shorter runs and smaller projects where lower voltage simplifies wiring. 24V DC strips support longer continuous runs with less voltage drop, making them a strong choice for larger perimeters.

Chip densities range from roughly 320 to 480 LEDs per metre, with higher densities producing an even tighter, smoother line of light. Reel lengths commonly come in 5-metre (16.4 ft) and 10-metre rolls, and many options feature an 8mm PCB width for tight installs.

Where to use them

These strips shine in residential settings such as patios, pergolas, stair lighting, and under-eave accents. In commercial and architectural projects, they suit storefront signage, building outlines, landscape features, and hospitality spaces. Their sealed construction makes them dependable wherever indoor tape would fail.

How to choose

Start with voltage: choose 12V for short, simple runs or 24V for longer spans. Next, confirm the IP rating — IP65 resists water jets and is suitable for most sheltered outdoor uses, while IP67 offers stronger protection against temporary submersion and heavy exposure.

Select a colour temperature to match the mood: warm tones like 2700K and 3000K create a cozy ambiance, 4000K reads as a neutral white, and 5000K delivers a crisp, daylight feel. Look for a high CRI of 90+ for accurate, vivid colour rendering, and verify whether the strip is dimmable for added flexibility.

FAQ

Can outdoor COB strips be cut to length? Yes, they can be cut at the marked cut points; reseal any open ends to maintain the waterproof rating.

What is the difference between IP65 and IP67? IP65 protects against water jets and is great for covered outdoor areas, while IP67 withstands temporary immersion and more demanding wet conditions.

Why choose COB over SMD? COB strips emit a continuous, dotless line of light, making them ideal where a seamless look is important.