Built small, built right
The 3528 chip gets its name from its size: 3.5mm x 2.8mm. Packed at 60 LEDs per meter on a flexible circuit just 10mm wide and 4.25mm high, this format hugs curves, corners and narrow channels that bulkier tape simply can't follow. The whole strip is sealed under an iP65+ silicone coating that resists humidity and liquid damage while staying easy to wipe down — a real advantage in kitchens, bathrooms and display cases where dust and grease collect. A 3M self-adhesive backing runs along the back, so most installs are peel-and-stick onto a clean, dry surface. Heat dissipation isn't necessary for typical use; in a commercial environment, mounting the strip in an aluminum profile is the smart move.
Light quality you can trust
With Epistar 3528 SMD chips, this strip produces a typical 400 lumens per meter at a CRI of 80+, which keeps wood grain, paint colours and merchandise looking natural rather than washed out. The 120° lighting angle spreads the output wide and even, ideal for shallow coves and under-cabinet runs where you don't want a row of visible dots on the counter. This SKU is set at 4000K Natural White, a neutral temperature that sits comfortably between cozy and crisp — perfect for kitchens, workspaces, retail shelving and modern millwork. Rated at 50 000+ hours, it's the kind of accent lighting you install once and forget about.
Technical specifications
SKU: 35281M-4000
Model: MTL-FP8AEHWK-60AXX
Chip: Epistar 3528 SMD
Chip density: 60 LEDs per meter
Length: 1 meter
Width: 10mm
Height: 4.25mm
Voltage: 12V DC
Power consumption: 4.8W/m
Recommended power supply: 6W/m
Luminous flux: 400 lumens/m
Colour temperature: 4000K Natural White
CRI: 80+
Beam angle: 120°
Can be cut: every 3 LEDs (50mm)
IP rating: iP65+
Operating temperature: 40C to -10C
Lifespan: 50 000+ hours
Certification: cULus for Canada and USA E498952
Wiring, dimming and installation
This is a 12V DC low-voltage product, so it needs a transformer: size your power supply at 6W per meter to leave healthy headroom over the 4.8W/m draw. Connections are already handled — a female DC plug (17cm) comes out one end and a male DC plug (17cm) out the other, which makes joining lengths or plugging into a driver straightforward, no soldering required to get started. Need a custom length? The strip can be cut every 3 LEDs (50mm) at the marked points. For control, it is dimmable either with a low voltage dimmer/remote combo on the DC side, or with a dimmable power supply paired with a 120V AC dimmer — choose the method that matches your existing wall controls.
Where it works and what's included
The strip suits dry and humid environments, for indoor and protected outdoor use: kitchen under-cabinet strips, bathroom vanity coves, closet and pantry shelving, bar backs, jewellery and bakery display cases, reception desks, stair and hallway accents, plus covered porches and soffits sheltered from direct weather. Across Canadian seasons, the 40C to -10C operating range tells you exactly where it belongs — sheltered, not exposed. Remember that this listing covers the strip only, so budget for a 12V DC supply and, if desired, a dimmer and an aluminum channel. The full technical spec sheet (PDF) for the 12V 1M IP65+ 3528 Single Color LED Strip - 60 LEDs/m is available in the Documentation tab for dimensions, wiring details and certification data before you order.
