{"id":24487,"date":"2024-09-19T07:55:57","date_gmt":"2024-09-19T15:55:57","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.stripsledlight.com\/?p=24487"},"modified":"2024-09-19T08:07:50","modified_gmt":"2024-09-19T16:07:50","slug":"5-ways-to-choose-outdoor-led-strip-lights","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stripsledlight.com\/5-ways-to-choose-outdoor-led-strip-lights\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Ways to Choose Outdoor LED Strip Lights"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

When installing an LED strip outside your home, it’s crucial to ensure it’s safe, especially in terms of waterproofing. Water is a conductor of electricity, and when it enters an electrical system, it can create unintended connections. This can lead to altered circuits, power surges, and even dangerous handling conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To understand how protected an electrical product is, check its IP (Ingress Protection) rating<\/a>. This rating consists of two digits. The first digit indicates the level of protection against solid objects, ranging from 0 (no protection) to 6 (dust-tight). The second digit indicates protection against liquids, ranging from 0 (no protection) to 9 (resistant to powerful, high-temperature water jets).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Indoor LED strip lights<\/strong> usually have an IP20 rating. This means they are protected against finger-sized objects but offer no protection against dust or liquids. Therefore, they should not be used in damp environments, as exposure to water could cause damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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