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This comprehensive guide explains the relationship between power supplies and LED strips, how to calculate the load, choosing the right wiring method (and why parallel is superior to series), and selecting the proper cable gauge. These practical installation tips ensure consistent brightness, reduce voltage drop, and extend the lifespan of your LED lighting system.

What wire gauge should you use for your LED strip lights? Optimizing AWG selection and performing accurate voltage drop calculations are critical for designing efficient low-voltage LED lighting systems. This guide provides a step-by-step approach for both 12V and 24V LED strip circuits, ensuring that your LED installations deliver consistent brightness and reliable performance. Follow these guidelines to enhance your LED lighting setup and achieve energy-efficient, high-quality illumination.

When using 12V/24V constant voltage LED strip lights, selecting the appropriate power supply—such as an ELV electronic transformer, a switched-mode power supply (SMPS), or an LED driver—is crucial for optimal performance.

When selecting a constant voltage power supply for LED strip lighting projects, one common question arises: Why shouldn’t a power supply operate continuously at 100% of its rated power? To ensure optimal performance, longevity, and efficiency, it’s essential to leave a power margin instead of running the power supply at full capacity.