Will A single remote work to control 3 strips, or can I easily wire 3 strips to the same power adapter without exceeding the load capacity or dimming?
278889
Well, I know for a fact that two is no big deal. Three wouldn't be a big deal either. Connectors would be the way to go.
278890
I Might add... That was running on a deep cycle 12v battery. Not wall power.
278891
i have six strips of varying lengths strung in series color to color and reduced to a single 4 pin connection to a controller and i have had no issues. 1 remote works.
278892
I Noticed dimming after only two strands. I Noticed about ten percent drop with three strands. How this helped.
278893
I have connected two lengths of these together without a drop in brightness . So I would think three should be fine. However, be advised that this kit does NOT come with the wall plug . The110 to12v you would need to buy separately. If I had not bought a kit from another vendor I would not have been able to use it.
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You can't have 2 strips coming into the same adapter; not as far as I know without doing some wiring. I could be wrong tho :) However, the adapter is plenty powerful enough to run both your strips. I believe its made to power a little over a 16' strip of LEDs. I used one on a bookcase and it was fine. The only thing I had to do though, was cut the LED strip when I got to the corners and use a special connector you can buy on Amazon too, but I didnt have to worry about going an opposite direction like you are. I would say you'll maybe have to solder the wires or the strip together close to the outlet. You can't have 2 strips coming into the same adapter; not as far as I know without doing some wiring. I could be wrong tho :) However, the adapter is plenty powerful enough to run both your strips. I believe its made to power a little over a 16' strip of LEDs. I used one on a bookcase and it was fine. The only thing I had to do though, was cut the LED strip when I got to the corners and use a special connector you can buy on Amazon too, but I didnt have to worry about going an opposite direction like you are. I would say you'll maybe have to solder the wires or the strip together close to... » Read More You can't have 2 strips coming into the same adapter; not as far as I know without doing some wiring. I could be wrong tho :) However, the adapter is plenty powerful enough to run both your strips. I believe its made to power a little over a 16' strip of LEDs. I used one on a bookcase and it was fine. The only thing I had to do though, was cut the LED strip when I got to the corners and use a special connector you can buy on Amazon too, but I didnt have to worry about going an opposite direction like you are. I would say you'll maybe have to solder the wires or the strip together close to the outlet. « Show Less
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You can but you will need a power supply with 3 time the wattage, and a single lead to each strip from the power supply.
446985
As far as I know there are two ways to control these light strips- using a 2.5mm center-positive 12v connection, or utilizing the 6803 controller (a much better option in my opinion.) Search for 6803 controller on here or eBay and you'll see them. These strips utilize 4 wires (V+, Gnd, Data, Clock) but also have a barrell jack connector in case you don't get the controller or prefer not to use these to their full capabilities.
1025897
It is better that one controller is for 1 strip or 2 strips. If you need control 4 strips at the same time, you can use 4pcs 4-zone controller (ASIN: B00MGTVOSA) and 1pcs remote (ASIN: B00HEP269C)
476729
Yes i believe so. I have two sepetate strips running in series On one switch.
1439598
I've had as many as 4 strips connected together with one power supply with no issues. The power supply has a limit of how much power it can supply based on the amount of amps each strip needs, do the math (using specs), and plan accordingly.
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Hello my friend Yanninski, Yes, 1 remote can control 10pcs or more than 10pcs of these lights simultaneously on condition that the lights are within 3 meters to the remote. I noticed that you also want to know the power supply info. As for the power supply, if you install this light under water, then a waterproof transformer is need. If not soaked into water, then an ordinary 12v low voltage transformer or your standard 12V garden supply is OK. Any further question, you're more than welcome to contact Lemonbest freely at any time. We are always here for help. Nice day. Lemonbest
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They use a proprietary connector, not sure why you would want a different strip though. Even if you managed to get one hooked up it wouldn't work with the controller.EDIT:I read your comments, I think that yes you can because the strip has a spot for another connection at it's end. However I would be wary to try it seeing as how my first HUE melted. Interesting idea though, might try this on my next build..
657084
Actually you can connect the power to either controller, or any of the plugs on the strings. That is right. The power does not necessarily have to come through the controller. I tested and it worked OK. I have 2 strips in serial. I feed the power through second strip instead of controller. That gives even voltage distribution. I don't think that you can connect more 1 power sources, unless that you cut the red wire (have not tried). If you have 4 strings in serial you can cut the red wire to the 3rd and 4th string so that you can have another power connected to them.
456018
I do...actually I have 3. They all dim as one; individual control would require additional dimmers. It would be important that you don't have a load that is larger than the rating of the dimmer.
814256
I think this should work just fine - but I bought 2 dimmers and only one worked. The voltage of your power module is in the range of the dimmer and the current draw is well under the 2 amp. maximum. I cut the connectors off and soldered the wires directly into the circuit and the one unit works well.
425170
You can attach two 5M strips no problem on a 5A power supply. Can get away with three max but will have power drop.
1811851
Or you could plug a 3 way adapter like this GE Grounded 3-Outlet Tap, 58368 into the unit and control up to three objects at the same time. As long as you do not go over 300W for incandescent lights. This is what I do with the outside Christmas lights. Works well! Hope that helps, good luck!
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yes if it 5 amp or more you will be-able to run 4 light strips just on a 5 amp the more amps you run the more light strips you can run because they pull about 2.2 amps per strand and the remote has its own battery that power right there is the same one i use a my bar and i have 8 strands on it with no problems so yes i say use it
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First, you will need to look at the wattage of each of the strips (the 24 inch are 8 watts). That's a fairly long distance and you will want a power supply at least 1 1/2 times the total wattage you'll need. I have 6 24-in strips in a row and find the ones on the end are not as bright as the ones closest to the power supply. You may want to consider putting the power supply in the middle of the string if possible and use a "Y" connector to split the power both directions to shorten the total distance.
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Only if the light strips aren't connectable. A lot of LED lights can be connected easily as they have built in adaptors. If they lack these adaptors, then you would have to have three of these power units.