Silicone Encapsulated Neon Flex for Wet and Outdoor Installations

Why Silicone Encapsulation Matters for Outdoor and Wet Environments

Silicone encapsulation provides IP68 waterproofing, making these strips suitable for continuous underwater immersion in pools, fountains, and outdoor architectural features. The integrated injection molded silicone housing prevents water ingress and maintains performance under prolonged exposure.

Unlike PVC, silicone resists UV degradation, corrosion, and fouling. This ensures long-term optical clarity and mechanical integrity in direct sunlight or high-humidity conditions where PVC may crack, yellow, or delaminate.

How Flexibility and Shape Retention Differ Between Materials

Silicone strips are ultra-flexible and can be bent into tight curves or complex architectural contours without light leakage. The material maintains its shape after bending, which is critical for wall washing and contour lighting on irregular surfaces.

PVC flex strips tend to retain memory of their original shape and may develop stress cracks over time when bent repeatedly. Silicone’s superior elasticity allows for installation on dynamic forms without compromising light output or durability.

Beam Angle and Light Distribution in Wall Washing Applications

These silicone strips feature dedicated wall-washing optics with beam angles between 15° and 45°. This narrow spread ensures uniform, glare-free coverage on vertical surfaces such as walls, columns, and facades.

The side view and top view variants maintain consistent beam control across the full length. The 360° view version provides omnidirectional diffusion, suitable for ambient or decorative lighting where light direction is not constrained.

Electrical Safety and Power Supply Compatibility

All models operate on low-voltage DC 12V or 24V inputs, which reduces risk in wet or confined spaces such as pools, basements, or behind walls. This voltage level is safe for long-distance runs and supports stable brightness over extended lengths.

The strips are cuttable at pre-marked intervals and spliceable with standard connectors. This enables custom lengths and modular extensions without requiring special tools or proprietary components.

DMX512 Control and Color Management for Dynamic Lighting

The DMX512-controlled variant supports precise color and brightness adjustment across multiple fixtures. It enables master-slave synchronization, allowing coordinated lighting effects in architectural or stage applications.

This model uses RGB SMD LEDs with DMX512 ICs. The control system allows for dynamic color changes, fades, and programmed sequences without affecting the strip’s physical durability or electrical safety.