Can I use any power supply for LED lights?

Because they run on low voltage DC, they require a power supply device that converts 120V/240V AC (depending on your location) into the voltage signal that LED strips can use.

Can I plug an LED strip into my motherboard?

If your LED’s are designed to be plugged into your motherboard, they should have a 3 or 4 pin female connector that can be connected to one of the USB headers on your motherboard. Otherwise, many LED kits just use a molex (4-pin) power connector that goes straight to your PSU, and the controls are external.

What is a LED power supply called?

Factors for choosing a proper 12V power supply. 12V LED power supplies, also called 12V LED drivers or lighting transformers, are low voltage DC power supplies (DC stands for direct current). They are often used for 12V LED strip lights, LED modules and other LED lights.

How many amps do I need for LED strip?

To determine how many amps your strips are drawing, you’ll need to find their wattage, so let’s use a really easy example. A regular density 3528 LED light strip draws twenty-four watts, now take the wattage and divide it by twelve, that’s your amp draw, or two amps.

Can a power supply be connected to an LED strip?

If so, it should be compatible with the power supply plug, and you can directly plug the power supply into the wall on one end, and into the LED strip on the other end. In this case, you’ll need to find an adapter that can connect the power connector from the power supply to the LED strip.

How many Watts Does a LED strip need?

If the power draw exceeds the power supply capacity, however, then the power supply can experience abnormal operation and damage. Therefore, this power supply can be used to power any LED strip that draws between 0 Watts and 36 Watts.

What kind of power supply do I need for one meter strip?

Our 5 Volt, 2 Amp power supply is ideal for a one meter strip. For larger projects, our 5 Volt 10 Amp power supply is good for up to 5 meters (160 pixels total). The female DC power adapter mates with either of the above power supplies.