Can I have 2 strips coming into this adapter or is there another piece I would need? This is for undercounter lighting where it will be plugged into a concealed outlet in the middle cabinet. I want to have a 4' strip going the left cabs and another 4' strip going to the right cabs. All would be on the same switch though. Can I have 2 strips coming into this adapter or is there another piece I would need? This is for undercounter lighting where it will be plugged into a concealed outlet in the middle cabinet. I... » Read More Can I have 2 strips coming into this adapter or is there another piece I would need? This is for undercounter lighting where it will be plugged into a concealed outlet in the middle cabinet. I want to have a 4' strip going the left cabs and another 4' strip going to the right cabs. All would be on the same switch though. « Show Less
1030755
You can have any number of connections as long as you stay a margin below the maximum current (for safety & reliability). So how good are you with a soldering iron or wire nuts???
1030756
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
1667169
There is a connector on the other end to allow multiple strips to connect. However the power supply and driver module will limit the number you can connect. Two shouldn't be a problem, but not more than three.
1704066
The lights I purchased have a two wire pig tail on one end to attach to the required power supply. The other end was simply cut square. I did purchase end connectors that had two wires attached (+Red and -Black) that the square cut end of the light strip would plug into. Conceivable you could daisy chain several strips together using that arrangement as long as your power supply is rated for the current. I'm sure some supplier has a type of connector that accepts the raw ends of two strips for an electrical connection. It should be noted that the lights in strip form are not protected from the elements or contact with metallic surfaces. Mine are placed behind a wood molding under the cabinets. I modified the molding to place the strip at a 45 degree angle and just hot glued them in place. Easier than any other lighting I looked at. The power supply is very compact and efficient. I think they are excellent. There is an even flooding of light over the countertop and they always run cool. Good Luck with your project.
1055797
We are happy to hear you enjoy your new LED Light Kit, and appreciate your inquiry. If you will please elaborate more on the connector you are needing, we will be able to better assist you. If you are needing additional light strips, we will list these available for purchase. If you are wishing a different type of connector we will need to know what type of connector you are looking for. We look forward to your response, and being able to assist you. Thank You SunWave
430181
If you mean additional strip, I don't believe you can, because there is only one connection from the front panel unit. It looks like a pretty standard 4 pin connection though. I'll try to remember to add pictures of the connectors to the product Page in a day or 2.
1803733
Buy 4 of these 3 to 1 splitters (http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/61TemWV9nHL._SL1500_.jpg). Connect the single side to your 12V power supply then connect 1 TSSS Data Repeater (amplifier) to each of the 3 ends of the splitter (you will need 3 amplifiers). Use the other 3 splitters to connect 1 to each amplifier. This will give you 9 plug ins for your 9 lines and you will not have any power issues. This is probably overkill, but the parts are cheap and you are better off having more available capacity than too little. TIP: To keep things clean I attached heavy duty velcro to the back of each amplifier and the 12V power supply and stuck them to the wall. Buy way more wire (http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/71ekjJHHuAL._SL1500_.jpg) than you think you need and use these (http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41q%2BhzsWiQL._SL1500_.jpg) on the amplifier end of the wire and cut these in 1/2 then splice them on the light strip end (http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/71j87VtkuhL._SL1500_.jpg) to make everything "plug-and-play".
1520394
Only one strip, you could maybe get away with two. You'll need to purchase an RGB amplifiers for the additional strips
1011310
I had to use two plug adaptors, in France, because the one (with the round pins) which go into the wall outlet has also only two openings at the back, while my travel power strip (as you can observe in the picture) has three. Note: The first adaptor does not typically come with adapter kits. I got mine from our local home improvement store for 30 cents.
541911
You can't run them in series. Parallel only. Run a set of wires from the power source to the start of each strip. Incidentally, a couple things about that power supply...It's not as pictured (at least in my case) It has a noisy fan. I returned it and used a re-purposed computer power supply. Also, this power supply will not run 4 strips. If I remember correctly these strips run 72 watts each which is about 6A at 12 volts. 6X4 = 24A required. And with the distances you are talking about, you're going to need a bit more than minimum.
1396382
No, though you may want more than 1. I have a 55" TV and have a single strip running across the middle of it. While that "works," it's not as bright as I would like it to be and I would probably put a 2nd strip on it, locating one across the bottom and the other across the top. You definitely should not need 4 of them.
1861943
The amount and (amperage) of the power supplies is determined by how many LEDS will be powered. I highly suggest calling the vendor. They are GREAT folks, and are more than accommodating. They make extension/jumper wires, to go between the segments. Also, if you have custom lengths (as I did) they will make one to your specifications.
1610616
Calculating amps would be difficult, that said, my entire strip pulled under 2A if I recall correctly and a shorter section that I cut pulled proportionally more current since the resistance of the copper wiring was less over all. I would recommend supplying the entire strip with a 3A power supply and each smaller section (say around 1 meter) with a 1A wall wart power supply just to give a healthy margin of error and maximum possible brightness.
166889
Yes you can do that. One 16'strip per adapter. You need a special adapter to connect the 2 strips make sure its the right one.
242782
the power supply shown here would only run ONE LED strip. Each strip (Amazon item Triangle Bulbs T93007) uses 25 watts at 12 volts DC which is 2.1 amps So 6 strips would use 150 watts or 12.5 amps. You would want to up those ratings by at least 20%. However I suspect the internal wiring structure of these LED strips is too light to carry more than two strips connected together. Two strips would be 50 watts or 4.2 amps at 12 volts dc.
1109784
The included power supply provides 5 amps at 12 volts, each strip uses about 2.6 amps at full brightness, so connecting 3 strips will work, but they will become dimmer at the ends when you make them fully bright. To connect 3 strips to 1 single power supply you must buy one that can provide at least 7.8 amps at 12 volts, or your led strips will not be as bright as they could be.This power supply will power 3 LED strips:http://www.amazon.com/Power-Adapter-Prong-Output-3224-12V/dp/B0057KIHAI/This adapter will let you connect the controller in the middle instead of at one single end:Ledwholesalers 4 Pin Splitter for One to Two LED RGB Color Changing Strips, 2355Hope that helps! :) The included power supply provides 5 amps at 12 volts, each strip uses about 2.6 amps at full brightness, so connecting 3 strips will work, but they will become dimmer at the ends when you make them fully bright. To connect 3 strips to 1 single power supply you must buy one that can provide at least 7.8 amps at 12 volts, or your led strips will not be as bright as they could be.This power supply will power 3 LED strips:http://www.amazon.com/Power-Adapter-Prong-Output-3224-12V/dp/B0057KIHAI/This adapter will let you connect the controller in the middle instead... » Read More The included power supply provides 5 amps at 12 volts, each strip uses about 2.6 amps at full brightness, so connecting 3 strips will work, but they will become dimmer at the ends when you make them fully bright. To connect 3 strips to 1 single power supply you must buy one that can provide at least 7.8 amps at 12 volts, or your led strips will not be as bright as they could be.This power supply will power 3 LED strips:http://www.amazon.com/Power-Adapter-Prong-Output-3224-12V/dp/B0057KIHAI/This adapter will let you connect the controller in the middle instead of at one single end:Ledwholesalers 4 Pin Splitter for One to Two LED RGB Color Changing Strips, 2355Hope that helps! :) « Show Less
2064690
I found that if you solder the strips together and not use the cheap connecters you don't get as bad of a voltage drop for 2 strips. You can also feed them from both ends. That will even the voltage out a bit more. I have a giant project going on and with the correct transformer, creative wiring, and big enough wire you can get away with not using these. You can always try and add it later....
535882
Keep in mind each strip draws 3 amps at 12 volts, or 36 watts on full white. You must have enough wattage from your power supply to drive two strips.