What is an LED (Light Emitting Diode)?
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An LED is a tiny semiconductor light source. Electricity passing through it creates light. LEDs are known for compact size, energy efficiency, long lifespan, a variety of colours, low heat generation and durability.
What are lumens (lm)?
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Lumens measure a light source's brightness or light output. Unlike watts, which measure power consumption, lumens focus on visible light. When choosing LED strips, lumens per foot provide a better brightness comparison.
What is AC Voltage?
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AC, or Alternating Current, is the most common type of electricity. It frequently changes direction and is used in homes and industries. AC allows long-distance transmission and easy voltage transformation.
What is DC Voltage?
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DC, or Direct Current, is used in most LED strips. It typically requires a transformer or battery to convert AC to a lower voltage such as 12V–24V for safe LED operation.
What does "Watt per foot" mean?
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Watts per foot measure the power consumption of an LED strip light per linear foot. It helps you estimate energy usage and choose the correct power supply.
What does "lumens per foot" mean?
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Lumens per foot measure the light output emitted by an LED strip light per linear foot. Higher lumens generally indicate a brighter strip.
Do LED strips operate on constant current or constant voltage?
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Succarled LED tapes require a constant voltage input, usually 24VDC, to function properly. A matching constant voltage LED driver is recommended.
What is CRI and why is it important?
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CRI, or Color Rendering Index, indicates how accurately a light source renders colours compared to natural light. A higher CRI means colours appear more natural and vibrant.
What is LED pitch and how does it affect lighting?
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LED pitch refers to the distance between individual LED chips on a strip. A shorter pitch creates smoother and more uniform lighting with fewer visible dots.
What is color temperature?
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Color temperature, measured in Kelvin, describes the warmth or coolness of light. Lower Kelvin values appear warmer, while higher values appear cooler.
Which color temperature should I choose?
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Warm white creates a cozy atmosphere, neutral white offers balanced general lighting, and cool white delivers a crisp, modern feel for task or commercial areas.
What is an isocandela diagram?
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An isocandela diagram is a visual representation of light intensity distribution from a light source. It helps designers understand how light spreads in a space.
