Ruiziliang String Light 5 Meters LED Strip Light, DC5V WS2812B Ws2812 60LEDs/m 5mm/10mm Narrow Width Programmable Individual Addressable RGB Color Lamp(10mm)
$26.09
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“A budget display option with some compromises. Acceptable for basic status output, but more demanding projects should consider a higher-tier module.”
Our Review
For $26.09 CAD, the Ruiziliang String Light 5 Meters LED Strip Light, DC5V WS2812B Ws2812 60LEDs/m 5mm/10mm Narrow Width Programmable Individual Addressable RGB Color Lamp(10mm) packs respectable specs: LED Type: WS2812B (NeoPixel), LED Count: 60, Voltage: 5V. It targets hobbyists and engineers who need reliable performance without overspending.
Display quality was impressive. Each LED is individually addressable and the colors are vibrant. FastLED and NeoPixel libraries make animation coding straightforward.
Integration with Arduino and ESP32 was hassle-free. Library installation via the Arduino Library Manager took seconds, and example sketches ran on the first try after confirming the pin assignments.
Overall, the Ruiziliang String Light 5 Meters LED Strip Light, DC5V WS2812B Ws2812 60LEDs/m 5mm/10mm Narrow Width Programmable Individual Addressable RGB Color Lamp(10mm) fills its role well. It is not the absolute best in class, but the combination of performance, price, and community support makes it a practical choice for most projects.
What We Like
- Bright output visible in daylight conditions
- Individually addressable LEDs for complex animations
- Compatible with FastLED and Adafruit NeoPixel libraries
- Flexible PCB bends around curves and corners
Watch Out For
- Data signal degrades over long cable runs without repeaters
- Requires a beefy 5V supply for long strips
- Color consistency varies between batches
Specifications
| LED Type | WS2812B (NeoPixel) |
| LED Count | 60 |
| Voltage | 5V |
| Current per LED | 50mA per LED |
| Data Protocol | Single-wire NZR |
| Density | 30 LEDs/m |
| IP Rating | IP65 silicone coated |
The Verdict
“A budget display option with some compromises. Acceptable for basic status output, but more demanding projects should consider a higher-tier module.”
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