SOB IP68 Waterproof LED Strip: Extruded Construction

IP68 Top quality linear LED light strip, SOB LED linear light. Integrated extrusion molding, with professional integrated end cap, provide sturdy structure, much more wear-resistant and bending resistant, less prone to breakage, get great flexibility. High-quality light consistency. IP68 protection grade, suitable for outdoor or humid indoor environments. Whether it is home lighting, commercial space, or outdoor lighting project, SOB Extruded Craft Light Strip can provide safer, longer and better lighting experience. SOB Non-Waterproof (IP20) Our classic SOB LED strips feature an IP20 rating, designed specifically for indoor environments. Since an IP20 rating means these strips aren't waterproof, they are perfect for dry settings like homes, offices, and commercial interiors, delivering consistent and high-quality illumination. SOB Waterproof (IP68) Utilizing the new SOB extrusion process, our LED strips now achieve an IP68 rating, offering excellent protection against dust and water. Whether for outdoor lighting, landscape projects, or any setting that demands high protection, these LED strips provide a safe and reliable lighting solution. Twisted: SOB extrusion process – twisted design for versatile applications! End Cap: Featuring robust silicone plugs for superior waterproofing. PC Channel: The PC Channel accessory enhances the overall look while ensuring secure, stable attachment. IP68 vs IP67: choose by exposure, not by habit IP67 covers temporary immersion to one metre for thirty minutes - rain, splash and wash-down. IP68 covers continuous immersion under conditions agreed with the manufacturer, which is what fountains, pool surrounds, submerged coves and permanently wet trenches actually require. Specifying IP67 where IP68 is needed is the single most common cause of premature outdoor failure. How the SOB extrusion is built The SOB strip is formed inside a continuous silicone extrusion rather than sleeved in a tube after assembly. Because the silicone is applied as part of the process, it follows the board profile with no internal air gap, so there is nowhere for condensation to collect. Integrated end caps and over-moulded cable exits close the two remaining weak points. The result is a sturdy, wear-resistant and bend-resistant body that keeps its flexibility instead of cracking after a season outdoors. Optical performance SOB packaging places the emitters under a continuous phosphor and diffusion layer, which is what allows a genuinely dot-free line even at close viewing distance. Combined with a frosted silicone body, the strip reads as a solid bar of light rather than a row of points - the reason SOB is specified for architectural lines, handrails, step lighting and linear facade details where the luminaire itself is the visual feature. Mechanical handling on site Respect the minimum bend radius and never twist the strip against the copper. Cut only at marked cut units and reseal with the matching end-cap kit - an unsealed cut end is an open door for water regardless of the rating printed on the reel. Support long vertical runs mechanically instead of hanging them from the cable, and use the PC channel accessory where the strip needs a rigid, secure line. Electrical planning for wet locations Use an IP-rated driver in a suitable enclosure, size cable for the voltage drop over the whole run, and plan injection points before installation. Both-ends or mid-feed wiring halves the effective distance and keeps the far end as bright as the near end. DENO linear constant-current designs allow single-end, both-ends or mid-strip tapping, which gives the installer freedom to place the driver where it can be serviced. Where SOB IP68 is used Landscape and garden lighting, pool and water-feature surrounds, marine and dock detailing, car-park and tunnel lines, food-processing areas cleaned by hose, and any humid indoor environment such as spas and wet rooms. FAQ Can IP68 strip be permanently submerged? It is designed for continuous immersion under agreed conditions; confirm depth and water chemistry with DENO before ordering. Is an aluminium channel still needed? Not for sealing, but a channel improves heat dissipation and gives a cleaner, better-protected installation. Is there an indoor version? Yes - the classic SOB IP20 board covers dry indoor interiors at lower cost. Commissioning and maintenance Test each circuit before the surrounding structure closes over it, record the driver location on the as-built drawing, and label the feed direction so future maintenance does not guess. In wash-down environments, avoid pointing high-pressure jets directly at cable exits even when the rating allows immersion, and inspect end caps annually. Most warranty claims on IP68 product trace back to a site-modified cut end rather than to the strip itself. How SOB compares with silicone-tube product Tube-and-glue construction relies on adhesive that shrinks and a sleeve that yellows under UV. The SOB extrusion bonds directly to the board with no internal air gap, so there is no cavity for condensation and no adhesive joint to fail. The optical result is also better: a continuous phosphor surface under a frosted body gives a solid line of light instead of visible points behind a clear tube. Related reading See the silicone injection-moulded IP67 article for splash and rain duty, and the colour temperature guide for choosing the right CCT in exterior schemes.