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Roll out the black light! The Adafruit NeoPixel UV LED Strip packs 32 individually addressable ultraviolet LEDs per metre onto a flexible white PCB with a we...

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Roll out the black light! The Adafruit NeoPixel UV LED Strip packs 32 individually addressable ultraviolet LEDs per metre onto a flexible white PCB with a weatherproof sheathing. Each LED package contains three UV diodes controlled via the standard NeoPixel (WS2812) protocol — just set all three channels to the same value to control brightness.

Each order is a single 1-metre strip. Cut lines every 3 cm (1 LED) let you trim to any length with wire cutters. For a higher-density option, see the 60 LED/m UV strip.

Key Features

  • 32 UV LEDs per Metre – Individually addressable ultraviolet NeoPixels on a flexible white PCB
  • Weatherproof Sheathing – Silicone sleeve for splash resistance and protection
  • Standard NeoPixel Protocol – Compatible with any WS2812 driver (Adafruit NeoPixel library, FastLED, etc.)
  • Cuttable – Cut lines every 3 cm (1 LED) for custom lengths
  • JST SM Connectors – 2-pin JST SM connector on each end for easy wiring
  • 5 mm × 5 mm Packages – Three UV diodes per package, controlled via R, G, and B channels

How to Control

The R, G, and B channels each drive one of the three UV diodes inside each package. For uniform UV output, set all three channels to the same value — from (0, 0, 0) (off) to (255, 255, 255) (full brightness).

Power Requirements

  • Supply voltage: 5 V DC (do not exceed 6 V or the entire strip may be destroyed)
  • A 5V 2A supply can drive 1+ metres depending on brightness
Warning: You must use a regulated 5 V DC power supply. Do not exceed 6 V or you will destroy the entire strip.
Note: Always check which end is the input and which is the output by looking for directional arrows and pin labelling on the strip. Wiring order may vary between batches.

Wiring

  • Strips come with 2-pin JST SM connectors on each end
  • For additional connections, pick up JST SM plug and receptacle cables
  • Can also solder directly to the 0.1″ copper pads at cut points

Ideal For

  • Black light and UV effects
  • Fluorescent material illumination
  • Halloween and party decorations
  • Art installations and stage lighting
  • UV-curing applications

Package Contents

  • 1× Adafruit NeoPixel UV LED Strip – 32 LED/m, white PCB, 1 metre with weatherproof sheathing

Resources

Jargon buster

Plain-language definitions for the technical terms used above.

LED
A light-emitting diode is a small electronic component that lights up when current flows through it in the correct direction. In this kit, LEDs create the flashing effect, so polarity and correct soldering matter for the project to work.
NeoPixel
A type of addressable LED system where colour data is sent along a single digital data line from one LED or controller to the next. Compatibility matters because the timing and signal format must match for the lights or driver board to respond correctly.
PCB
A printed circuit board is a rigid board with copper tracks that connect electronic parts without loose wires. For this kit, the PCBs also form the airplane shape, so they are both the circuit base and part of the finished model.

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