220V AC LED strips: direct mains connection with no transformer for indoors and outdoors up to 50 metres

220V AC LED strips connect directly to the mains without an intermediate power supply and allow extensive runs from a single feed point. They operate on alternating current AC voltage, with 220-240V AC input voltage and IP65 IP67 protection grade depending on the model. They are supplied in 20 and 50 metre reels, with SMD2835, SMD2025 and COB versions.

Advantages of 220V AC LED strips over low voltage ones

The rectifier remains integrated in the strip itself, and that removes the junction boxes distributed along the installation. It greatly simplifies the work on extensive perimeters.

No transformer direct connection to the socket

A 220V LED strip with no transformer only needs the connection kit and the socket. By connecting directly to the mains it dispenses with the external driver. The direct 220V connection with no power supply economises available space in the false ceiling and eliminates the usual intermediate access hatches.

Greater maximum length with no voltage drop

The maximum length of 20 to 50 metres per run is achieved with no luminous degradation at the far end. In 24V that same run would have to be divided into five or ten sections.

IP65 models for humid interiors

The smd2835 surface mount chip is the most common encapsulation in IP65 reels. Its IP protection withstands water jets and serves for bathrooms, kitchens and porches. The 220V LED strip SMD2835 IP65 with 120 diodes provides 800 lumens per metre and works perfectly as a continuous light source in cornices, so that 220V LED strip at 8W per metre covers 50 metres in a single reel.

IP67 models for exteriors and submerged installations

The silicone protection outer tube completely envelops the strip and seals the cuts, while the 220V LED strip with 280 LED per metre reaches 1596 lumens per metre consuming 14 watts. The 220V LED strip 20 metres IP67 constitutes the format usually intended for terraces and patios.

The 220V LED strip for exteriors with IP67 grade resists dust and water. It is the ideal option for architectural exterior installation on cornices and eaves. The 220V LED strip for facades is fixed with clips distributed every 50 centimetres, and the search for a submersible 220V LED strip IP67 corresponds to temporary immersion, never to permanent submerged use.

COB 220V strips with continuous light and no dots

The COB 220V LED strip flip chip distributes the diodes beneath a continuous phosphor layer and generates no visible dots. The 240 diode reference provides approximately 1120 lumens per metre consuming 10 watts in a 50 metre reel, while the 448 diode version with CRI 92 rises to 14 watts per metre.

Available lengths 20 and 50 metres

The 50 metre 220V LED strip pack is the format for warehouse perimeters and facades. The 20 metre reel fits better on terraces and patios. Each datasheet specifies the range of light emitted in lumens and the energy consumed in watts, information that allows references to be compared objectively. The 220V LED strip with high luminosity of 140 diodes and 20 watts per metre is reserved for projects demanding a high luminous contribution.

Cut every 10cm total customisation

The custom cut every 10cm allows the exact required measurement to be adjusted with no surplus material, and the 220V LED strip cut every 10cm is also sold by the metre. The single metre constitutes the entry 220V LED strip price, although afterwards it is essential to seal the cut end again.

Dimming with compatible Triac dimmer

The triac dimmer led regulation works only on the models marked as dimmable. A dimmable 220V LED strip accepts a conventional wall dimmer. The fixed colour temperature or CCT depends on the model. There are versions of 220V LED strip in cool and warm white between 2300 and 5700 kelvin, and the 4000 kelvin tone is the one closest to natural light.

Complete the assembly with the LED strip accessories and with the LED aluminium profiles, which fix the strip and organise the wiring.

Frequently asked questions about 220V AC LED strips

Can I connect a 220V LED strip directly to the socket?

Yes, by means of the connection kit that incorporates the sealed connector, dispensing entirely with a transformer and an external driver. The kit plugs into a conventional 230 volt socket.

How many metres of 220V strip can I fit with no drop in light?

Up to 50 metres on the references prepared for that length and up to 20 metres on the rest. The limit is set by the datasheet. Beyond that point a new line has to be run from the board.

What is the difference between IP65 and IP67 in 220V strips?

IP65 withstands water jets and proves sufficient for humid interiors or covered exteriors, whereas IP67 additionally incorporates temporary immersion and is used outdoors. For facades and gardens the appropriate choice always corresponds to IP67.

Can a 220V LED strip be cut to size?

Yes, along the cut marks that appear every 10 centimetres. Afterwards the cut end has to be sealed with the silicone cap.

Can 220V LED strips be dimmed with a dimmer?

Only the models identified as dimmable, using a Triac dimmer, because an incompatible dimmer provokes perceptible flickering or buzzing. It is worth verifying it on the datasheet before ordering the material.