LED strips are becoming increasingly popular for lighting and decoration purposes. The two main types of LED strips available are COB (Chip-On-Board) LED strips and SMD (Surface Mounted Device) LED strips. But which one is better for your application? Here we’ll compare the pros and cons of each.
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What's COB LED Strip?
COB LED strips contain multiple LED chips encased together in one module. The LED chips are mounted directly onto a substrate along with the required electronics and optics. The entire module is then covered by a silicone coating.
What's SMD LED Strip?
SMD LED strips contain individual surface-mounted LEDs spaced evenly along the strip. The LEDs are soldered directly onto a printed circuit board. CREELUX has single-color series, dual-color series, RGB series, magic RGB series and more.
COB VS SMD LED Strip, which is better?
For most general lighting and decoration uses, SMD LED strips provide the better overall value. The lower upfront cost and increased flexibility for installation make them suitable for places where high brightness is not imperative. But when you choose the high-density SMD LED Strip from CREELUX, you can also enjoy good brightness and good light uniformity. COB LED strips are better for applications where brightness and light uniformity are more important factors, like camera lighting. Their higher cost is justified for these professional uses where performance matters more than cost. Such as CREELUX’s COB LED Strip, there are high-efficiency series, mini-cutting series, DC5V series, RGB series, dual-color series, magic RGB DMX series, and more for your option. In summary, SMD LED strips are the budget-friendly option, while COB LED strips deliver higher-end performance. Consider your particular lighting needs and uses when deciding which type of LED strip is the better choice.
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