IP68 Waterproof LED Lights: The Optimal LED Strip Lights for pools, saunas, and outdoor applications!

LED strip lights are a simple and economical method to elevate the aesthetic and ambiance of any environment, whether inside or outside. Employing a suitably shielded strip light is essential when utilising LED strip lights in outdoor or damp conditions.
This post will cover essential information on IP68 strip lights, including frequently asked questions and recommendations for the finest waterproof LED strip lights suitable for outdoor use, pools, and other common outdoor lighting applications.

All mature humans are aware that water and electronics are incompatible. Anyone who has entered a pool on a sweltering summer day without removing their phone may attest to this from personal experience. However, if they entered the market post-2018 (or whenever advancements in waterproofing technology occurred), they could attest to the superior efficacy of waterproof protection.
Similar to smartphones, LED strip lights are available in many protective configurations that fulfil distinct functions. The simplest strip lights are available in their fundamental tape light configuration or housed in waterproof, flexible casings that can withstand direct water contact or submersion.
The IP Rating is the definitive statistic indicating the level of protection afforded to a strip light. Uncertain about the meaning of IP? I am pleased you joined; let us examine IP ratings and identify which will offer optimal waterproof protection for demanding tasks.

IP is an abbreviation for Ingress Protection. It assesses an item's resistance to solid particulates (such as dust and sand) and liquids.
Each IP rating has two digits that indicate the level of protection offered. Essentially, a higher number indicates enhanced protection against both solids and liquids. Let us analyse it in further detail:
The first number spans from 0 to 6. This number indicates the degree of protection against solid objects and moving components, including dust, debris, or any other solid matter that may interfere with the strip light.
The second digit can vary from 0 to 8 and indicates the level of protection against various liquid and moisture exposures.
The chart below will elucidate the distinctions among each number.

Illustration: The LED strips, rated IP65, are ideal for outdoor usage and are water-resistant; nevertheless, they are not entirely waterproof and should not be immersed. An IP68 rating indicates that the device can function well while continuously immersed in water.
Distinction among IP65, IP67, and IP68
The distinctions among often marketed "waterproof" strip goods are minimal yet crucial. The graphic illustrates that all IP65, IP67, and IP68 strip lights offer maximum protection against solids and dust. The distinctions pertain to the protection against liquids, commonly referred to as waterproofing.
IP65 – Water-resistant and safeguarded against water jets from any direction. *Do not immerse these strip lights.
IP68 - Completely waterproof and safeguarded against prolonged submersion up to 12 feet.

Should you not foresee a severe environment characterised by excessive dust or moisture, a lower IP rating would be enough.
When utilising strip lights outside, it is advisable to select those with a minimum IP65 grade to guarantee their safety against wind and rain.
IP68 waterproof strip lights illuminate environments where IP65 would be inadequate. Such regions characterised by significant water accumulation or elevated temperatures. In these harsher situations, it is essential to provide the utmost degree of protection to preserve the longevity of your LED strip lights.
Here are the primary applications for Waterproof LED Strip Lights:

Illumination surrounding pools or hot tubs effectively enhances ambiance and provides safe illumination for steps and perimeters. A prevalent trend in pool lighting is the illumination of the inside margins of above-ground pools to enhance the experience of evening swimming.
IP68 strip lights provide reliability, since they are appropriate for pool splash zones and may function as underwater pool lighting if required. The most arduous aspect is ensuring the waterproofing of all connections, which is addressed in the FAQ section located at the bottom.

Saunas and steam rooms offer several health advantages, contributing to their increased prevalence in residential properties in the 21st century. Given the elevated temperatures in the room, it is advisable to provide maximum comfort. This entails locating sauna lights that will provide adequate illumination and visibility.
IP68 waterproof strip lights are essential for utilising LED lights in a sauna, steam room, or any humid environment with pressurised steam.
Elevated temperatures constitute another variable that will influence your sauna lighting. We conducted a temperature test by placing the IP68 strips in a 180°F oven for four consecutive days. The strips maintained robust performance, exhibiting just little fading at their peripheries.

A multitude of clients approach us enquiring about our finest outdoor LED light strips. The comparison between IP65 and IP68 strip lighting necessitates a thorough evaluation to ascertain the most secure option overall. If the strip lights are situated within a cove or shielded from the outdoors when elevated, then IP65 strips will be enough.
If your strips are positioned close to the ground where standing water may reach them during the rainy season, you should choose for IP68 strip lights.
These examples should provide a clear understanding of the applications in which IP68 strips excel. We have consistently offered our IP65 strip lights; nevertheless, we encountered several consumers seeking IP68 strip lights for applications such as pools, saunas, shower lighting, or outdoor LED strip lighting requiring further protection.

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Shenzhen Benwei Lighting Technology Co., Ltd was established in 2010. It is a national high-tech enterprise integrating design, R&D, production and sales of indoor and outdoor lighting products and also can do OEM ,ODM .For more details about our offerings, please contact us at bwzm18@ledbenweilighting.com