WS2812B 5M Addressable RGB LED Strip 5V IP68 Waterproof (60 LEDs/m, 300 LEDs, Black PCB)

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🌈 WS2812B Addressable RGB LED Strip — 5M, 60 LEDs/m, IP68 Waterproof (5V DC)

A full 5-metre roll of individually addressable WS2812B RGB LED strip with 60 LEDs per metre (300 LEDs total) and an IP68 waterproof rating — fully submersible for outdoor, pool, and wet-area installations. Each LED can display a different colour simultaneously, enabling custom animations, colour chasing, rainbows, and more. DC 5V powered. Compatible with Arduino, ESP8266, ESP32, Raspberry Pi, WLED, ESPHome, Home Assistant, and any WS2812-compatible controller.

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WS2812B · IP20 · Indoor WS2812B · IP68 · Waterproof

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IP68 Waterproof

Fully Submersible

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300 LEDs

5 m × 60 LEDs/m

⚠️ Requires 5V DC power supply. A 5V power supply rated at minimum 6A (30W) is recommended for full-brightness white on all 300 LEDs. Do NOT connect to 12V — this will instantly destroy the strip. A controller (D1 Mini, NodeMCU, ESP32, etc.) is required — the strip does not work standalone.

⚡ Key Features

IP68 Waterproof — Fully Submersible — silicone tube encapsulation protects LEDs from rain, sprinklers, splashes, and even underwater installations (pools, ponds, fountains)
WS2812B Individually Addressable — each of the 300 LEDs can display a unique colour; create animations, colour chasing, fire effects, rainbows, and custom patterns
60 LEDs per Metre / 300 LEDs Total — high density for smooth colour transitions and rich lighting effects over the full 5-metre roll
DC 5V Low Voltage — safe to touch and handle; no mains wiring required
Single Data Wire — only 3 connections needed: 5V, GND, and Data In (DIN)
Cuttable Every LED — trim to exact length at the marked cut points (every ~16.7mm)
WLED / ESPHome / Home Assistant — flash WLED onto a D1 Mini or NodeMCU for instant smartphone control with hundreds of built-in effects, or use ESPHome for full Home Assistant integration
Arduino / ESP32 / Raspberry Pi — use FastLED or NeoPixel libraries for custom code
Black PCB — blends into dark mounting surfaces for a cleaner look outdoors
3M Adhesive Backing — peel-and-stick installation (use additional mounting clips for outdoor longevity)

🏠 Perfect For

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Pool & Pond Lighting

IP68 means fully submersible. Add colour-changing lighting to pools, koi ponds, water features, and fountains. Seal the connections with waterproof connectors or marine-grade silicone.

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Outdoor Accent Lighting

Line braai areas, patios, pergolas, garden paths, and boundary walls. IP68 handles South African thunderstorms, sprinkler overspray, and humidity without issue.

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Holiday & Event Lighting

WLED includes Christmas, Halloween, and party effects out of the box. Set schedules via Home Assistant — lights turn on at sunset and off at midnight automatically.

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Vehicle & Carport Underglow

Waterproof rating makes it suitable for carport and vehicle accent lighting. Power from a 5V USB supply or regulated 5V from a 12V car battery (via DC-DC converter).

💡 WLED is the easiest way to control this strip. Flash WLED onto a D1 Mini or NodeMCU — you'll get a phone app with 200+ effects, sync to music, preset schedules, and full Home Assistant integration. Total setup time: about 5 minutes.

💧 IP68 vs IP20 — Which Do You Need?

IP68 (this product) — fully encased in silicone tube; handles rain, submersion, and constant outdoor exposure. Slightly less bright than IP20 due to the silicone diffusion, but the trade-off is complete weather protection.

IP20 (indoor version) — no waterproof coating; maximum brightness and flexibility. Perfect for bedrooms, TV backlights, desks, and shelving. Not suitable for any moisture exposure.

🔗 Pair With

ESP8266 · WiFi · Controller

D1 Mini

Flash WLED or ESPHome. Connect DIN to GPIO2, add a 330Ω resistor, and you have a full smart LED controller for under R100.

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ESP8266 · WiFi · Controller

NodeMCU ESP8266

Larger board with more GPIOs. Same WLED/ESPHome capability as the D1 Mini. Breadboard-friendly for prototyping.

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📋 Technical Specifications

Product	WS2812B Addressable RGB LED Strip (IP68)
LED Chip	WS2812B (5050 RGB with integrated IC)
LED Density	60 LEDs/m (300 LEDs total)
Strip Length	5 metres
Voltage	DC 5V (do NOT use 12V)
Power Consumption	~18W/m (full white) · ~90W total at full brightness
Recommended PSU	5V 6A (30W) minimum · 5V 10A (50W) for full brightness headroom
Waterproof Rating	IP68 — fully submersible (silicone tube)
Data Protocol	Single-wire (800 kHz NRZ) · 1 data pin required
Colour Depth	24-bit (8-bit per channel × 3 RGB)
PCB Colour	Black
Cuttable	Every LED (~16.7mm intervals)
Adhesive	3M tape backing
Compatible Software	WLED · ESPHome · Home Assistant · FastLED · NeoPixel (Adafruit)
Compatible Hardware	D1 Mini · NodeMCU · ESP32 · Arduino · Raspberry Pi

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use this in a swimming pool?

Yes — IP68 means fully submersible. However, you must properly seal the power and data connections with waterproof connectors or marine-grade silicone. The strip itself is sealed, but the cut/connection points are not. For permanent underwater use, consider a proper housing channel.

What power supply do I need?

A 5V DC power supply. At full white brightness, the strip draws ~18W per metre (~90W total). A 5V 10A (50W) supply gives comfortable headroom for most animations (which rarely hit 100% white on all LEDs). For 2–3 metres, a 5V 4A supply is sufficient. Never use 12V — it will destroy the LEDs instantly.

What's the difference between this and the IP20 version?

Same WS2812B LEDs, same 60/m density, same data protocol. The IP68 version is encased in a waterproof silicone tube for outdoor/underwater use. The IP20 version has no coating — it's thinner, slightly brighter, and more flexible, but strictly indoor only.

Do I need a separate controller?

Yes. The strip needs a microcontroller to send data. The easiest option is a D1 Mini or NodeMCU flashed with WLED — this gives you a phone app, 200+ effects, and Home Assistant integration. Connect: 5V → strip 5V, GND → strip GND, GPIO2 → DIN (via 330Ω resistor).

Can I extend beyond 5 metres?

You can connect multiple strips in series (data out → data in) but you must inject power every 2–3 metres to avoid voltage drop, which causes the far end to appear dim or show incorrect colours. Run separate 5V/GND wires from the PSU to the mid-point and end of longer runs.