BTF-LIGHTING FCOB-12V-896L-W-IP30 RGBW LED Strip 16.4ft 896LED/m 12mm 6500K IP30

Product identity and intended use

This is a 16.4 foot FCOB RGBW LED strip with 896 LEDs per metre running on 12 volt DC power. It delivers 6500 kelvin cool white alongside full colour mixing for indoor decorative lighting. The strip suits DIY installers who want uniform output without visible hotspots in bedrooms, cabinets or cove projects. Buyers needing outdoor or wet-area rated tape should look elsewhere because the IP30 rating covers dry indoor use only.

Build quality connectors and daily handling

The flexible tape uses a double-layer copper PCB at 12 millimetre width with pre-applied 3M adhesive for tool-free mounting on clean dry surfaces. A 5 pin (+V G R B W) male-female connector system allows sections to be linked or cut at marked intervals without soldering. The plastic fixture construction keeps the strip lightweight while the UL listing confirms electrical safety compliance. Installers must supply a compatible controller and 36 watt 12 volt power supply as neither is included in the package.

Thermals noise and power draw

At full brightness the strip draws 262 watts across the 196.8 inch length, so the copper PCB acts as the primary heat path to the mounting surface. Operating temperature range spans minus 20 to plus 45 celsius with storage down to minus 20 celsius. No active cooling or fan is present therefore acoustic noise is zero during normal PWM dimming operation. The 65000 hour rated lifespan assumes adequate thermal contact with the installation surface and correct voltage regulation.