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    About Brightness and Light Appearance
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    Find the right lumen level to brighten your space. Then, compare the way warm, neutral, and cool lighting affect the appearance of everyday objects.

    Tape Lights

    Bend these flexible lights around corners or squeeze them into spaces where bulky fixtures won’t fit. They’re brighter than plug-in tape lights, so you can use them for inspections and other detailed work. They’re also a great choice to extend the life of your fluorescent or incandescent fixtures with energy-efficient LEDs. They have a higher CRI (color rendering index) than most other lights, so they illuminate subtle color differences. Each LED is inspected to make sure there are no visible differences in temperature and brightness, so you can combine multiple strips within the same space. Install them on any smooth surface—just peel and stick.
    You’ll need a driver to power these lights. Customize your setup: join multiple lights together, use connectors to bridge gaps between stairs or shelves, or add channels to diffuse light within your space (all sold separately).
    Note: To shorten a light, cut it at the marked intervals only. Cutting outside these marks can damage the circuit and create dead zones.
    Tape Lights
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Tape Lights. Tape Lights.
    IP20 Enclosure Rating—Lights rated IP20 are for indoor use only.
    IP67 Enclosure Rating—Lights rated IP67 are sealed to protect against dust and temporary submersion, so they can be used outdoors and in dirty, wet areas. For submersion over 30 minutes, choose IP68 lights.
    IP68 Enclosure Rating—Lights rated IP68 are sealed to protect against dust and temporary submersion, so they can be used outdoors and in dirty, wet areas. For submersion over 30 minutes, choose IP68 lights.
    White Light—White tape lights come in several different light appearances to suit your environment or match existing lighting.
    Any Color Light—Any-color lights connect to an app on your phone, so you can set them to any color or to any temperature of white light. They’re also known as RGB+WW lights.
    Dim-to-Warm Color Temperature—Dim-to-warm lights get warmer as they dim to mimic incandescent lights.
    Selectable Color Temperature—Use the switch included with color temperature selectable tape lights to choose between 5 options.
    Warm Light— Lights with a warm appearance have a soft, yellow tone that is similar to an incandescent bulb.
    Neutral Light—Lights with a neutral appearance balance blue and yellow tones for a bright, natural look. They’re often used in offices.
    Cool Light—Lights with a cool appearance have white and blue tones that reduce eyestrain during detail-oriented tasks, such as inspecting.
    6 ft. Long
    16 ft. Long
    32 ft. Long
    Light Appearance
    Brightness
    per ft., lm
    Wattage
    per ft., W
    Voltage,
    V DC
    Color Rendering
    Index
    Cut
    Interval
    Wd.
    Material
    Includes
    Certification
    Each
    Each
    Each
    LED Bulbs Included—Indoor Only (IP20)
     
    White Light
    Warm (2,700 K)480724901"3/8"/10 mmPlasticUL Listed, C-UL Listed, CE Marked
    8836N270000008836N280000008836N290000000
    Warm (3,000 K)480724901"3/8"/10 mmPlasticUL Listed, C-UL Listed, CE Marked
    8836N31000008836N32000008836N33000000
    Warm (3,500 K)480724901"3/8"/10 mmPlasticUL Listed, C-UL Listed, CE Marked
    8836N34000008836N35000008836N36000000
    Neutral (4,000 K)480724901"3/8"/10 mmPlasticUL Listed, C-UL Listed, CE Marked
    8836N37000008836N38000008836N39000000
     
    White Light—Dim-to-Warm
    Warm (1,800 K to 3,000 K)325524952"3/8"/10 mmPlasticUL Listed, C-UL Listed, CE Marked
    8836N44000008836N4500000———0
     
    White Light—Selectable
    Warm, Neutral, Cool (2,400 K; 2,700 K; 3,000 K; 4,000 K; 5,000 K)810824952"3/8"/10 mmPlasticColor Temperature SwitchUL Listed, C-UL Listed, CE Marked
    8836N41000008836N42000008836N43000000
     
    Any Color Light—Bluetooth Connection
    Warm, Neutral, Cool, Daylight (2,100 K to 6,500 K)335724902 1/2"7/16"/12 mmPlasticBluetooth ControllerUL Listed, C-UL Listed, CE Marked
    8836N47000008836N480000008836N49000000
     
    LED Bulbs Included—Dusty, Submersible, Washdown, Wet (IP67)
     
    White Light
    Warm (2,700 K)480724901"1/2"/13 mmPlasticUL Listed, C-UL Listed, CE Marked
    8836N51000008836N52000008836N53000000
    Warm (3,000 K)480724901"1/2"/13 mmPlasticUL Listed, C-UL Listed, CE Marked
    8836N54000008836N55000008836N56000000
    Warm (3,500 K)480724901"1/2"/13 mmPlasticUL Listed, C-UL Listed, CE Marked
    8836N57000008836N58000008836N59000000
    Neutral (4,000 K)480724901"1/2"/13 mmPlasticUL Listed, C-UL Listed, CE Marked
    8836N61000008836N62000008836N63000000
     
    White Light—Selectable
    Warm, Neutral, Cool (2,400 K; 2,700 K; 3,000 K; 4,000 K; 5,000 K)810824952"1/2"/13 mmPlasticColor Temperature SwitchUL Listed, C-UL Listed, CE Marked
    8836N64000008836N650000008836N66000000
     
    LED Bulbs Included—Dusty, Submersible, Washdown, Wet (IP68)
     
    Any Color Light—Bluetooth Connection
    Warm, Neutral, Cool, Daylight (2,100 K to 6,500 K)335724902 1/2"9/16"/15 mmPlasticBluetooth ControllerUL Listed, C-UL Listed, CE Marked
    8836N710000008836N720000008836N73000000
     
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    Drivers
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Tape Lights. Tape Lights, Drivers.
    Drivers provide a constant voltage to your tape lights, protecting the LEDs from power fluctuations. Built-in thermal protection helps extend the lifespan of these drivers, and they’re housed in a UL-listed enclosure suitable for wet locations. To install, feed the power source and tape light wire leads through the knockouts. Seal the entry points using a 1/2 trade size conduit fitting or cord grip. Inside the enclosure, connect the wire leads using the included lever connectors. Do not exceed the recommended tape length; to power longer lights, add another driver.
    IP67 Enclosure Rating—Drivers rated IP67 are sealed to withstand dust and temporary submersion.
    Output
    Input
    For Tape
    Lg., ft.
    Electrical
    Connection Type
    Voltage,
    V DC
    Current,
    amp
    Wattage,
    W
    Electrical
    Connection
    Current,
    amp
    Max. Wattage,
    W
    Electrical
    Connection
    Light Intensity
    Setting
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Certification
    Includes
    Each
    100V AC to 277V AC Input Voltage
    7 to 10Hardwire242.560Wire Leads0.771Wire LeadsDimmable9 3/16"3 3/8"1 15/16"IP67
    UL Listed, C-UL Listed, UL Recognized Component, C-UL Recognized Component, CE Marked, FCC Compliant
    Two Clamp-On Wire Splicing Connectors8836N25000000
    11 to 16Hardwire24496Wire Leads1113Wire LeadsDimmable9 3/16"3 3/8"1 15/16"IP67
    UL Listed, C-UL Listed, UL Recognized Component, C-UL Recognized Component, FCC Compliant
    Two Clamp-On Wire Splicing Connectors8836N2400000
     
    120V AC to 277V AC Input Voltage
    0 to 6Hardwire241.6640Wire Leads0.4347Wire LeadsDimmable8"2 3/4"1 5/8"IP62
    UL Listed, C-UL Listed, UL Recognized Component, C-UL Recognized Component, CE Marked, FCC Compliant
    Two Clamp-On Wire Splicing Connectors8836N2600000
     
    Connectors
    Image of Specification. Side1 orientation. Tape-to-Tape Tape Light Connection. Tape Lights, Connectors.

    Tape-to-Tape

    Tape Light

    Connection

    Image of Specification. Front orientation. Tape-to-Tape Extender Tape Light Connection. Tape Lights, Connectors.

    Tape-to-Tape Extender

    Tape Light Connection

    Image of Specification. Front orientation. Tape-to-Wire Tape Light Connection. Tape Lights, Connectors.

    Tape-to-Wire Tape

    Light Connection

    Connectors join tape lights to each other or to drivers without soldering. They’re not rated for use in wet areas.
    Tape-to-Tape Tape Light Connection—Tape-to-tape connectors are used to join two lights together.
    Tape-to-Tape Extender Tape Light Connection—Connectors with extenders are used to wrap lights around a sharp corner or to connect two light sections across a gap.
    Tape-to-Wire Tape Light Connection—Tape-to-wire connectors have wire leads for attaching the cut end of a light to a driver.
    Tape Light
    Connection
    Lg.
    Each
    For Fixed or Dim-to-Warm White Lights
    Tape-to-Tape1"8836N7400000
    Tape-to-Tape Extender6"8836N760000
    Tape-to-Tape Extender24"8836N770000
    Tape-to-Wire6"8836N750000
     
    For Selectable White Lights
    Tape-to-Tape1"8836N780000
    Tape-to-Tape Extender6"8836N810000
    Tape-to-Tape Extender24"8836N820000
    Tape-to-Wire6"8836N790000
     
    For Any Color Lights
    Tape-to-Tape1"8836N830000
    Tape-to-Tape Extender6"8836N850000
    Tape-to-Tape Extender24"8836N8600000
    Tape-to-Wire6"8836N840000
     
    Channels
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. Angled. Tape Lights, Channels.
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. High. Tape Lights, Channels.

    Angled

    High

    Image of Specification. Front orientation. Wide. Tape Lights, Channels.
    Image of Specification. Front orientation. Low. Tape Lights, Channels.

    Wide

    Low

    Channels have a frosted lens that reduces the glare from tape lights and gives them a finished look. All come with brackets and mounting fasteners for easy installation.
    Angled—Angled channels mount into corners and direct light at a 45° angle. They’re often used to illuminate counters, shelves, and stairs.
    High—High channels have the most space between the LEDs and the lens, so they reduce glare the most.
    Wide—Wide channels diffuse light over a wider area than other channels to eliminate shadows.
    Low—Low channels are short and narrow, so you can squeeze them into the tightest spots.
    1.6 ft. Long
    3.3 ft. Long
    6.6 ft. Long
    Profile
    Wd.
    Ht.,
    mm
    For Max.
    Tape Wd., mm
    Lens
    Clarity
    Material
    Mounting Hardware
    Included
    Each
    Each
    Each
     
    Silver Light
    Angled5/8"/16 mm1610FrostedAluminum
    Yes8836N16000008836N150000008836N14000000
    High11/16"/17 mm1512FrostedAluminum
    Yes8836N1300008836N12000008836N1100000
    Wide15/16"/23 mm1120FrostedAluminum
    Yes8836N2300008836N22000008836N2100000
    Low11/16"/17 mm810FrostedAluminum
    Yes8836N1900008836N18000008836N1700000
     
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    Plug-In Tape Lights

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Tape Lights. Plug-In Tape Lights.
    These thin, flexible lights wrap around equipment, hide under cabinets, and squeeze into tight spaces—all you need is an outlet. Just peel and stick to attach them to any smooth surface. They’re easier to install than hardwired tape lights, but they’re not as bright. All come with a controller to turn them on or off and adjust the brightness and light appearance. You can also cut them to size.
    White Light—Tape lights with only white LEDs are brighter than lights with any-color LEDs. You can link multiple lights together wirelessly: press the power button on one light, and others within 50 ft. will also turn on or off. For a longer light, connect two strips together. Use the included connecting cables to wrap a light around a sharp corner or make small jumps between strips.
    Any Color Light—Tape lights with any-color LEDs can display the full spectrum of colors and any temperature of white. Use them to illuminate signs, brighten displays, or mark zones in your facility. They’re more flexible than tape lights with only white LEDs, so you can bend them around corners without adding a connecting cable.
    20 ft. Long—You can connect two 20 ft. long lights to create a longer light.
    Electrical
    Connection
    Lg.,
    ft.
    Wd.
    Light Appearance
    Brightness
    per ft., lm
    Color Rendering
    Index
    Light Intensity
    Setting
    Wattage,
    W
    Voltage,
    V AC
    Type
    No. of
    Blades
    Mounting Hardware
    Included
    Environment
    Includes
    Features
    Cannot Be
    Sold To
    Each
    LED Bulbs Included
     
    White Light
    163/8"Warm (2,700 K; 3,000 K)
    Neutral (3,500 K)
    Cool (4,000 K)
    Daylight (5,000 K)
    20080Dimmable40120Plug In3YesWetController
    Three 6" Connecting Cables
    Wirelessly Linkable9886N111000000
     
    Any Color Light
    203/8"Warm, Neutral, Cool, Daylight (2,700 K to 6,500 K)5080Dimmable24100 to 240Plug In2YesWetController
    Remote Control
    Canada9886N11200000
    1003/8"Warm, Neutral, Cool, Daylight (2,700 K to 6,500 K)1680Dimmable24100 to 240Plug In2YesWetController
    Remote Control
    Canada9886N11300000
     

    Grow Lights

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Grow Lights. Style C.

    Style C

    Also known as agricultural lights, these lights encourage growth in herbs, flowers, and other plants indoors. They have three color settings to optimize your plants’ development from seedling onward. Blue light in the early stages enhances photosynthesis and establishes strong roots. White light during the vegetative stages makes it easier to see the plants and monitor growth. Red light in the later stages supports flowering and fruiting. Easily switch between each color or combine colors when you have plants at different stages. ETL listed for use in damp locations, these lights withstand humidity and moisture. You can link multiple lights together in a circuit to simplify wiring.
    Style C—Style C lights, also known as tape lights, have an adhesive on the back for easy mounting. They’re flexible enough to fit in tight spaces such as corners and channels. Snap the two 4' sections together or use the included 6" or 12" connectors to create two rows of light or jump between shelves. You can also cut them to your desired length.
    Overall
    Style
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Brightness,
    lm
    Light Appearance
    Light Color
    Max. No. of Lights
    per Circuit
    Wattage,
    W
    Voltage,
    V AC
    Mounting Hardware
    Included
    Certification
    Includes
    Each
    LED Bulbs Included
     
    Adhesive Back
    C96"5/8"5/16"900Daylight (6,500 K)Blue, Red, White611120NoETL Listed, C-ETL Listed
    Two 4' Tape Lights, Controller, 6" Connector, 12" Connector8807N13000000
     
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