Everything you need to know about different colors of LED strips

LED strips have now become one of the most versatile and popular lighting options for both residential and commercial settings. But did you know there are countless varieties of LED strips, each with unique capabilities and applications? Think RGB, RGBW, RGBIC, RGBWW and RGBCCT LED strips. In this article, we explain what these terms mean, what the differences are, and how to choose the right one for your project.

What are LED strips?

LED strips are flexible circuit boards that feature closely spaced LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes). They are often self-adhesive and therefore easy to mount on various surfaces. Their flexibility, energy efficiency and versatility make them suitable for a variety of applications, such as ambient lighting in living rooms, functional lighting in offices, or even creative lighting in stores and showrooms. LED strips are available in a wide range of colors and lighting options, so they will almost always suit your specific needs.

What do the different colors and codes mean?

LED strips use abbreviations and codes to indicate colors and technologies. Here is an overview of the most important terms:

• RGB: Red, Green, Blue – the basis for millions of color combinations.
• RGBW: RGB + a white diode for pure white light.
• RGBWW: RGB + Warm White – for a cozy, warm light.
• RGBCCT: RGB + cold white and warm white, which allows you to adjust the color temperature.
• RGBIC: RGB with a built-in chip that can display multiple colors simultaneously in segments.

Differences between RGB, RGBW, RGBIC, RGBWW and RGBCCT

RGB LED strips

RGB strips consist of three diodes (red, green and blue) that together can create millions of shades of color. Although RGB strips can also create white light, this is not pure white, but a mixture of the three basic colors.

RGBW LED strips

RGBW strips have a separate white diode in addition to the RGB colors. This makes them ideal for areas where both colored and pure white lighting is needed.

RGBWW LED strips

These strips combine RGB colors with both pure white and warm white. This makes RGBWW an excellent choice for applications where cozy, warm light is desired.

RGBCCT LED strips

RGBCCT offers ultimate versatility. In addition to RGB colors, these strips also allow you to adjust the color temperature of white (for example, from warm white to cold white). Perfect for dynamic lighting in multi-purpose rooms.

RGBIC LED strips

RGBIC strips have a built-in chip that can display multiple colors simultaneously in segments. This creates smooth effects, such as a rainbow, and is ideal for creative applications.

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