What CRI rating do I need for my single color strip lights?
CRI 79 + Below:
Okay – Suitable for area or security lighting.
CRI 80-89:
Good – Acceptable for most uses, providing good color rendering with an optimal balance of light quality and power efficiency.
CRI 90-99:
Excellent – Ideal for art galleries, photography studios, commercial spaces, and grocery stores (especially for produce).
CRI 100:
Perfect – Equivalent to sunlight and incandescent lights.
Frequently Asked Questions About Single Color LED Strip Lights
What are the available colors for single color LED strip lights?
Our single color LED strip lights are available in Soft White (2500K), Warm White (3000K), Cool White (4000K), Day White (6000K), Red, Green, Blue, Yellow/Amber, and Purple.
Are single color LED strip lights waterproof?
Yes, some of our single color strip lights are waterproof. Our N-Series Ultra Bright, N-Series Standard Bright, W-Series Ultra Bright, and W-Series Standard Bright strip lights all have waterproof options.
What voltage options are available for single color LED strip lights?
Our single color strip lights come in two voltage options, 12VDC and 24VDC.
How do I install single color LED strip lights?
For more information on how to install strip lights, visit our installation guide.
What is the lifespan of single color LED strip lights?
Extremely long life: up to 50,000 hours with very low time-luminosity decay.
Are these LED strip lights dimmable?
Yes, a lot of our single color strip lights are dimmable. Before purchasing, be sure to check the specifications on the product posting to ensure they are dimmable.
Do single color LED strip lights come with a warranty?
CRI is tested using 15 color samples. We use a Light Integrating Sphere to measure color accuracy by comparing the LED light to a black body, which has a perfect CRI. The first 8 R values are typically averaged for standard CRI evaluations.
What CRI Rating Do I Need?
Standard CRI (80+) is suitable for most uses. High CRI (90+) offers superior color accuracy, essential for specific applications, though it generally costs more and uses more energy. Some states require high CRI lighting for new installations.
What is CRI?
CRI (Color Rendering Index) measures how accurately a light source reveals colors compared to natural sunlight, with a scale from 0 to 100.