60LEDs/m SK6812 RGBW 5050
Brightness: 1260lm/m
MOQ: 1M
Lead Time: 5-7days
PCB width: 8mm/10mm
IP Rating: IP20/IP65/IP67/IP68
MOQ: 1M
Lead Time: 5-7days
PCB width: 8mm/10mm
IP Rating: IP20/IP65/IP67/IP68
The 60LEDs/m SK6812 RGBW 5050 LED strip places a dedicated white chip alongside RGB diodes inside the same 5050 SMD package, with each pixel independently controlled through a one-wire digital signal. Running at DC 5V with 14.4W/m power draw and 504 lm/m output, it sits on a 10mm PCB. IP ratings from IP20 to IP68 make it suitable for both indoor installations and exposed outdoor environments. MOQ starts at 5 meters with a 5–7 day standard lead time.
Traditional RGB strips simulate white by mixing red, green, and blue diodes — the result is often a muddy, color-shifted tone that falls short in professional settings.
The SK6812 RGBW addresses this directly. A fourth dedicated white chip lives inside the same 5050 package, giving you genuine white light — warm, neutral, or cool — while retaining full RGB color capability on a single strip. No switching between fixtures, no compromised color quality.
The SK6812 IC runs a 32-bit data protocol: 24 bits govern RGB channels, and the remaining 8 bits control white channel intensity independently. Warm white ambient and dynamic color effects can run simultaneously from one strip.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Part Number | XXA-STRIP-60D5050RGBW-SK6812 |
| LED Density | 60 LEDs/m |
| LED Package | 5050 SMD |
| IC | SK6812 (built-in) |
| Voltage | DC 5V |
| Power Consumption | 14.4W/m |
| Brightness | 504 lm/m |
| PCB Width | 10mm |
| Color Depth | 32-bit (8 bits per channel) |
| Data Speed | 800 Kbps |
| IP Rating | IP20 / IP65 / IP67 / IP68 |
| MOQ | 5 meters |
| Lead Time | 5–7 days |
| Warranty | 2–5 years |
Each LED on this strip is individually programmable - each pixel can be programd separately, allowing for intricate animations, gradient sequences and mixed white-plus-colour sceneries all in one installation.
The PCB is built with 2 oz or 3 oz rolled copper. At DC 5V, standard copper thickness can produce visible brightness drop across longer runs. Heavier copper reduces line resistance and keeps output consistent from the first LED to the last.
At 800 Kbps data speed, signal response remains fast and stable across the chain. The white channel is binned to maintain color temperature accuracy within a 3-step MacAdam Ellipse — a measurable CCT tolerance standard commonly specified in hospitality and retail projects.
Architectural facade and cove lighting is a primary application. The white channel handles functional ambient light during the day; dynamic RGB patterns take over at night for branding or decorative effects — both running from the same installed strip without rewiring.
60 LEDs/m density in hotels, pubs and restaurants avoids obvious hotspots when strips are recessed into deep aluminium diffuser profiles. The result is smooth, dot-free linear light with real warm white for regulated mood changes.
Theatrical and stage production companies use SK6812 strips because the PWM frequency lowers flicker artefacts in camera recordings. The dedicated white channel also offers steady white light for on-stage visibility during live performance and shooting.
Production batches of the 60LEDs/m SK6812 RGBW 5050 go through structured checks before shipment.
Signal timing is verified by oscilloscope to confirm SK6812 data protocol stability at the T0H and T1H level. Strips go through a burn-in phase at maximum brightness on all four channels (R+G+B+W) with thermal monitoring to assure the 5050 package maintains within acceptable operating temperature. Spectrophotometer analysis is used to verify white channel consistency versus the 3-step MacAdam Ellipse tolerance.
Further testing includes watertight seal integrity, photometric output and environmental reliability for the IP rated variations where applicable.
Complete OEM/ODM help including PCB layout, LED chip selection, IC type, housing, wiring & package design. Colour temperature (warm, neutral or cold), IP rating, reel length and connection type may all be project specific.
Thinking of a project with precise specs? Send us the specifics at inquiry@elisaled.com. Standard replies to project enquiries are often supplied within 24 hours.
Q：What is the difference between SK6812 RGBW and SK6812 WWA?
A：SK6812 RGBW combines RGB with a dedicated white channel for full-color plus true white output. SK6812 WWA uses warm white, cool white, and amber channels — better suited for tunable white applications where broad color range is not needed.
Q：Can I control the white channel independently from the RGB channels?
A：Yes. The 32-bit protocol assigns 24 bits to RGB and the final 8 bits to white intensity. Both operate independently within the same data stream.
Q：How do I manage voltage drop on a 5-meter run?
A：At DC 5V and 14.4W/m, inject power at both ends of the strip. For longer runs or precision brightness, mid-point injection every 2.5 meters is a practical approach.
Q：Is SK6812 compatible with WS2812B libraries?
A：Mostly, but you need to switch your library settings (FastLED or NeoPixel) to RGBW mode to account for the extra 8 bits per pixel. Without this, color output will shift.
Q：What is the difference between SK6812 and WS2812B?
A：Both use a single data line for individually addressable effects. SK6812 adds a fourth dedicated white chip inside the 5050 package. WS2812B is RGB only. For projects requiring accurate white light alongside color effects, SK6812 RGBW is the more practical choice.
Send your project requirements to inquiry@elisaled.com and our team will respond within 24 hours. Custom samples and bulk pricing are available on request for 60LEDs/m SK6812 RGBW 5050.
