{"title":"Adafruit NeoPixel Digital RGB LED Strip 144 LED - 1m Black [BLACK]","handle":"adafruit-neopixel-digital-rgb-led-strip-144-led-1m-black-black","url":"/products/adafruit-neopixel-digital-rgb-led-strip-144-led-1m-black-black","description":"An ultra-high-density NeoPixel strip packed with 144 individually addressable RGB LEDs per metre on a flexible black PCB with black mask. Each pixel offers full 24-bit colour control, and only a single data pin is needed to drive the entire strip.\n\nThe strip comes in a 1-metre length with weatherproof sheathing (removable if not needed) and JST SM connectors on each end for easy chaining. The extra-heavy flex PCB provides durability for demanding installations.\n\nKey Features\n\n\n144 RGB LEDs per Metre – Maximum pixel density for seamless colour blending and smooth animations\n\nIndividually Addressable – Set each LED's colour independently with 8-bit PWM per channel (24-bit colour)\n\nSingle-Pin Control – Only one digital output pin required; built-in PWM controller in each LED maintains colour without continuous data\n\nBlack PCB + Black Mask – Blends into dark enclosures and provides high contrast when LEDs are off\n\nWeatherproof Sheathing – Included silicone sleeve for weather resistance (removable with scissors)\n\nChainable – JST SM connectors on each end for extending or shortening\n\nCuttable – Cut between any two LEDs with wire cutters; solder to 0.1\" copper pads\n\n\nPower Requirements\n\n\nVoltage – 5V DC (do not exceed 6V or the strip will be damaged)\n\nMax Current – ~7A at full white (35W per metre)\n\nTypical Current – Colourful patterns typically draw 1/3 to 1/2 of maximum\n\n\n\nWarning: You must use a 5V DC power supply to power these strips. Do not exceed 6V or you risk destroying the entire strip. A quality 5V 10A power supply is recommended.\n\n\nCompatibility Notes\n\nWorks with Arduino (8 MHz+), Raspberry Pi, ESP32, and other fast microcontrollers\nRequires precise 100 ns timing — not compatible with interpreted platforms (Basic Stamp, NETduino) or processors slower than 8 MHz\nEach LED requires 3 bytes of RAM — budget approximately 432 bytes for the full metre (Arduino Uno has ~1,500 bytes free after libraries)\nFor processors without strict timing capability, consider DotStar LED strips which use SPI-based control\n\n\nIdeal For\n\nHigh-density light bars and ambient lighting\nLED art installations and props\nCosplay and wearable projects\nArchitectural accent lighting\n\n\nPackage Contents\n\n1× NeoPixel Digital RGB LED Strip – 144 LED/m, 1 metre, black PCB\n\n\n\nNote: There is a join in the middle of the strip where LED spacing may not be perfectly even — this is a manufacturing tradeoff at this pixel density.\n\n\nResources\n\n\nNeoPixel Uberguide – Comprehensive wiring, coding, and power guide\n","vendor":"Adafruit","product_type":"physical","in_stock":false,"options":[],"variants":[{"id":8037,"title":"Default Title","sku":"AF-1506","price":116.96,"on_sale":false,"in_stock":false,"available_quantity":0,"option1":"Default Title"}]}