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# High Brightness Orange Electroluminescent (EL) Wire - 2.5 meters [High brightness, long life]

**Brand:** Adafruit

**URL:** https://littlebirdelectronics.com.au/products/high-brightness-orange-electroluminescent-el-wire-2-5-meters-high-brightness-long-life

## Pricing

- **Price:** $29.17
- **Stock:** In stock at supplier
- **Local warehouse:** 0 units
- **Supplier (Adafruit):** 49 units
- **SKU:** AF-405

## Description

A 2.5 m length of high-brightness orange electroluminescent (EL) wire, pre-cut and pre-soldered with a standard quick-connect plug. This 2.6 mm diameter wire uses the latest phosphor technology to produce twice the brightness of standard 2.3 mm EL wire, emitting 70 cd/m² at 1.5 kHz / 90 V with a half-life of 3000 hours. EL wire produces a smooth, even glow similar to thin neon. It is highly flexible, holds its shape when bent, and draws only about 10 mA per metre — much less power than LEDs for accent lighting effects. Key Features High Brightness – 70 cd/m², twice as bright as standard EL wire 2.5 m Pre-Cut Length – Pre-soldered with quick-connect plug 2.6 mm Diameter – Flexible, holds shape when bent Low Power – ~10 mA per metre 3000-Hour Half-Life – Long-lasting brightness Capacitance: 11 nF/m Warning: An AC inverter (~100 V at 2000 Hz) is required to power EL wire and is not included. EL wire operates at high voltage — take care when handling connections. Note: EL wire, EL tape, and EL panel are made with different processes — colour and brightness will not match exactly between product types. This wire is not rated for continuous outdoor UV exposure. Ideal For Costumes and cosplay Accent and decorative lighting Safety vests and visibility applications Bicycle, vehicle, and home decoration Package Contents 1× Orange high-brightness EL wire (2.5 m, pre-soldered with quick-connect) Resources EL Wire Tutorial (Adafruit Learn)

**Product Type:** physical

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