SMD2835 Series

1800K–12000K Ultra-Wide CCT Tunable White LED Strip

SMD2835 Full Color LED Strip from 1600K to 12000K

Ultra-wide color temperature LED strip engineered for professional projects that require warm amber, natural white, daylight white, and cool sky-white lighting from one flexible LED strip platform.

Xmart SMD2835 full color LED strip supports an extended CCT range from 1600K to 12000K, helping lighting brands, distributors, and project contractors create flexible white light scenes for hospitality, retail, display, architectural, and special-effect lighting applications.

  • Multi-channel SMD2835 CCT mixing
  • Ultra-wide CCT 1600K to 12000K
  • Warm amber to cool sky-white
  • 12V / 24V DC options
  • CRI, wattage & PCB customization
  • IP20 to IP68 protection
  • OEM / ODM manufacturing
  • Vietnam factory supply
SMD2835 Full Color LED Strip Reel
1600K 4000K 12000K

What Is a Full Color LED Strip?

A full color LED strip is a flexible LED strip designed to cover a wider color temperature range than standard white or tunable white strips. Xmart SMD2835 full color LED strip adjusts from 1600K warm amber to 12000K cool sky white, making it suitable for projects that need multiple white light atmospheres from one strip solution.

Note: In this product page, "full color" refers to ultra-wide CCT white light control, not a standard RGB decorative strip.

Ultra-Wide CCT Range

From 1600K warm amber to 12000K cool sky white.

SMD2835 LED Platform

A mature LED package for stable output, good efficiency, and flexible PCB design.

Project White Light Control

Designed for professional lighting scenes where different white tones are required.

OEM / ODM Ready

Custom voltage, PCB width, wattage, CRI, IP rating, cable, connector and packaging.

7. What Does 1600K to 12000K Mean?

Understanding the visual impact of ultra-wide color temperature control.

1600K-2200K

Warm amber / candle-like atmosphere

Best for hotels, bars, lounges, decorative coves, restaurants, and relaxing ambience.

2700K-3500K

Warm white / comfortable interior light

Best for hospitality, residential-style commercial spaces, furniture lighting, and premium interiors.

4000K-6500K

Neutral white to daylight white

Best for retail, office, display lighting, task lighting, and general commercial spaces.

8000K-12000K

Cool sky-white / special visual effect

Best for aquariums, entertainment spaces, futuristic retail design, display effects, and special visual projects.

Important: Do not describe 12000K as general-purpose lighting. Present it as a special-effect or cool visual white option for selected projects.

Full Color LED Strip vs Tunable White LED Strip

Why choose ultra-wide CCT over standard tuning.

Comparison Items SMD2835 Full Color LED Strip Standard Tunable White LED Strip
CCT Range 1600K to 12000K Usually 2700K to 6500K or 1600K to 6500K
Main Value Wider white light atmosphere control Standard warm-to-cool white adjustment
Best For Hospitality, retail, display, special visual effects, aquarium, architectural projects General interior ambience and human-centric lighting
Visual Range Warm amber to cool sky-white Warm white to daylight white
Customization CCT binning, voltage, PCB, CRI, wattage, IP rating, cable CCT range, voltage, CRI, PCB and IP rating
Buyer Concern Need controller and specification matching for wider CCT range Easier standard white tuning system
Conclusion: Choose full color LED strip when your project requires a wider CCT range than standard tunable white strips. Choose tunable white LED strip when the project only needs regular warm-to-cool white adjustment.

Full Color LED Strip vs RGB LED Strip

Clarifying the difference between white CCT tuning and color mixing.

Comparison Items Full Color LED Strip (Our Focus) RGB LED Strip
Main Function Ultra-wide white color temperature control Red, green and blue color mixing
Light Type White light from warm amber to cool sky white Colored decorative light
White Light Quality More suitable for white lighting applications RGB-mixed white is usually not ideal for real illumination
Best For Architectural white light scenes, retail, hospitality, display, special CCT needs Decorative color effects, signage, entertainment color scenes
Xmart Page Focus SMD2835 1600K-12000K CCT control RGB / RGBW / RGBX series should be handled on separate pages
Note: This page focuses on wide CCT white light control, not RGB color-changing effects.

Why SMD2835 for Full Color LED Strip?

The engineering advantages of using the 2835 package for wide CCT control.

Mature LED Package

SMD2835 is widely used in professional LED strip manufacturing because of its stable performance and flexible configuration.

Good Luminous Efficiency

Suitable for projects that need efficient white light output across different CCT options.

Flexible LED Density

Supports different LED quantities per meter according to brightness, power, and dot-spacing requirements.

Custom PCB Design

Can be designed with different PCB widths, copper thickness, cut lengths, and voltage layouts.

Project-Grade Availability

Easy to configure for OEM lighting brands, distributors, and commercial lighting projects.

Balanced Cost & Performance

Suitable for scalable production while maintaining stable quality for repeat orders.

SMD2835 Full Color LED Strip Specifications

Core technical parameters for project evaluation and OEM planning.

LED Strip Specifications
Product Type SMD2835 Full Color LED Strip
CCT Range 1600K to 12000K
Voltage 12V / 24V DC, custom options available
LED Type SMD2835
PCB Width Custom by project
LED Density Custom by brightness and application
Power Custom wattage available
CRI Ra80 / Ra90 / Ra95 optional
IP Rating IP20 / IP54 / IP65 / IP67 / IP68
Cut Length Custom by circuit design
Adhesive 3M adhesive or project-specific option
Control Method Matched with suitable dimming or CCT control system
Cable & Connector Custom cable length, connector type and assembly
Packaging Standard reel or OEM private-label packaging

Where to Use 1600K to 12000K Full Color LED Strip

Professional project applications requiring versatile white light scenes.

Luxury Hotel Lighting

Luxury Hotel & Hospitality

Use ultra-warm amber light for relaxed ambience and neutral white for functional scenes.

Retail Lighting

Retail & Display Lighting

Adjust white tone according to product display, brand atmosphere, and seasonal visual design.

Architectural Cove Lighting

Architectural Cove Lighting

Create flexible white light effects for ceilings, walls, corridors, stairs and decorative structures.

Aquarium Lighting

Smart Home

Use high CCT cool white options for blue-white visual effects and special lighting scenes.

Entertainment Spaces

Entertainment & Lounge Spaces

Support warm ambience, cool visual contrast, and flexible lighting moods from one strip platform.

Cabinet Lighting

Furniture & Cabinet Lighting

Use selected CCT ranges for display cabinets, wardrobes, shelves, and premium furniture lighting.

Not Just a Strip. A Matched Lighting System.

A 1600K to 12000K full color LED strip should not be selected alone. The LED strip must match the driver, voltage, controller, dimming method, wire length, connector type, installation environment, and required CCT performance.

LED Driver
CCT Controller / Dimmer
SMD2835 Full Color LED Strip
Connector / Cable
Stable Project Performance

Action Required: Before sampling, confirm voltage, wattage, control method, CCT range, CRI, IP rating, cable length, and installation environment.

Custom SMD2835 Full Color LED Strip for OEM / ODM Projects

Tailor every specification to meet your exact project requirements.

Custom CCT Range

1600K to 12000K or project-specific CCT combinations.

Custom Voltage

12V / 24V or other project-specific voltage designs.

Custom PCB Width

PCB width, copper thickness and circuit layout based on installation space.

Custom LED Density

Different LED quantities per meter for brightness and light uniformity.

Custom CRI

Ra80, Ra90 or Ra95 based on application needs.

Custom IP Protection

IP20 to IP68 for indoor, damp, outdoor or waterproof applications.

Custom Cable & Connector

Pre-soldered wires, quick connectors, extension cables and installation-ready assemblies.

OEM Packaging

PCB logo, label, reel, datasheet and private-label packaging support.

What Buyers Should Confirm Before Sampling

Use this checklist to ensure the sample matches your project perfectly.

What exact CCT range is required?

Define the lowest and highest Kelvin points needed.

Is 1600K to 12000K necessary, or should the range be narrowed?

Narrower ranges might be easier to control if extreme ends aren't needed.

What voltage will the project use?

Typically 12V or 24V; impacts max run length and power supply choice.

What wattage and brightness are required?

Determines heat dissipation needs and overall illumination level.

What CRI level is needed?

Higher CRI (90+) is recommended for retail and hospitality.

What PCB width fits the installation?

Ensure the strip fits inside selected aluminum profiles.

What IP rating is required?

Select based on indoor, damp, or outdoor exposure.

What controller or dimming system will be used?

Must be compatible with the strip's wiring logic (e.g., CCT 3-wire).

What cable and connector type is needed?

Specify bare wires, DC jacks, or waterproof connectors.

Is OEM packaging or PCB logo required?

Important for branding and distribution readiness.

Common Problems in Wide CCT LED Strip Projects

How we engineer solutions to prevent field failures.

Problem

CCT does not match project expectation

Solution

Confirm target CCT points and binning tolerance before sampling.

Problem

Brightness is uneven over long runs

Solution

Use proper voltage, copper thickness, power injection and wiring layout.

Problem

Controller does not match the strip

Solution

Confirm channel logic, dimming method, voltage and total wattage before production.

Problem

Color consistency changes between batches

Solution

Use strict LED binning and maintain repeat-order production records.

Problem

Waterproof process changes light output

Solution

Test IP coating or extrusion samples before bulk order to account for color shift.

TECHNICAL FAQ

Ultra-Wide CCT Tunable White LED Strip FAQ

Technical answers for buyers evaluating channel architecture, CCT accuracy, color quality, controller compatibility and model-specific documentation.

Is this an RGB LED strip?
No. This series uses independently controlled white-light channels to adjust correlated color temperature. It is designed for extended tunable-white output rather than saturated red, green and blue color effects. The exact channel layout must be confirmed by model.
How is the ultra-wide CCT range produced?
The strip combines two or more LED channels with different white-light or amber-white endpoints. A compatible multi-channel controller adjusts the relative output of these channels to create intermediate white-light settings. The endpoint LEDs, channel count and control method depend on the selected model.
Can the strip accurately produce every CCT within the published range?
Not automatically. Intermediate chromaticity depends on the LED endpoints, channel-driving ratio, controller resolution, thermal conditions and calibration. A continuous visual transition does not guarantee that every Kelvin value follows the intended white-light locus. Required CCT setpoints and permitted Duv should be confirmed through finished-strip testing.
Does CRI remain the same throughout the tuning range?
Not necessarily. CRI Ra, R9, TM-30 values, light output and efficacy may change as the channel ratio changes. Buyers should review measurements at the warm endpoint, selected intermediate settings and cool endpoint rather than relying on one CRI value for the complete range.
Which photometric and color data should buyers request?
Request measured CCT, Duv, chromaticity coordinates, CRI Ra, R9, available TM-30 Rf and Rg, lm/m and W/m at defined control states. Each report should identify the tested strip model, controller condition, operating voltage, test date and IP construction.
How many channels and wires does the strip require?
The required channel and wire count depends on the circuit architecture. A two-channel tunable-white strip commonly uses separate warm and cool outputs with a shared connection, while a multi-channel design may require additional outputs and control logic. Confirm the wiring diagram, common-anode or common-cathode configuration and current per channel before selecting a controller.
Which driver and controller should be used?
Use a constant-voltage driver matching the strip’s nominal voltage and total load. The controller must support the correct channel count, wiring logic, per-channel current and total output capacity. DALI, 0–10V, DMX or smart control requires a compatible controller or dimmable driver between the control system and the LED strip.
When should buyers choose an ultra-wide CCT strip instead of a standard tunable-white strip?
Choose an ultra-wide CCT model only when the project needs verified output near the extended warm or cool endpoints. A standard tunable-white range may be simpler to control and qualify when the application only requires conventional warm-to-daylight white adjustment. Select the range from actual project scenes rather than the widest available specification.
What should be verified before approving a production order?
Approve the exact model, endpoint CCTs, channel layout, wiring diagram, controller, voltage, W/m, color data, dimming behavior, PCB width, cut length and thermal conditions. If an IP construction is required, verify color shift after encapsulation. Compliance documents, China or Vietnam manufacturing and any Certificate of Origin documentation must be confirmed against the final configuration and production route.

Need a Custom SMD2835 Full Color LED Strip?

Tell us your required CCT range, voltage, wattage, PCB width, CRI, IP rating, control method, installation environment, cable type, connector requirement and OEM packaging needs. Xmart can help configure a reliable SMD2835 full color LED strip solution for your project.

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