Adafruit DotStar Digital LED Strip - Black 30 LED - Per Meter 3m

Upgrade to the next generation of LED strips with DotStar LEDs. These advanced strips utilize a generic 2-wire SPI for rapid data transmission, eliminating the need for specific timing. Experience seamless color blending and reduced flickering with an impressive 20 KHz PWM refresh rate, particularly beneficial for Persistence-of-Vision applications.

DotStar LEDs are 5050-sized and feature an embedded microcontroller, enabling 24-bit color precision. Control an unlimited number of LEDs by simply adjusting the strip’s length to fit your project needs.

Their design includes two data transmission wires—one for clock and one for data—ensuring compatibility with a broad range of microcontrollers and processors such as Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and others. Hardware SPI is optional, making them accessible to any technology enthusiast.

Available in black or white flexible PCB with 30, 60, or 144 LEDs per meter, these strips offer versatility for any design. Each strip is equipped with weatherproof sheathing and is easy to resize with wire cutters. Use with appropriate 5V DC power supplies to beautifully illuminate your projects with pristine clarity and color.

Ideal for customized lighting solutions, DotStar LED strips make use of solderable 0.1" copper pads and feature a 4-pin JST SM connector. Connect multiple strips or integrate single-cut pieces with ease, ensuring your lighting design remains both flexible and functional.