Roll out the black light! The Adafruit NeoPixel UV LED Strip packs 32 individually addressable ultraviolet LEDs per metre onto a flexible white PCB with a weatherproof sheathing. Each LED package contains three UV diodes controlled via the standard NeoPixel (WS2812) protocol — just set all three channels to the same value to control brightness.

Each order is a single 1-metre strip. Cut lines every 3 cm (1 LED) let you trim to any length with wire cutters. For a higher-density option, see the 60 LED/m UV strip.

Key Features

• 32 UV LEDs per Metre – Individually addressable ultraviolet NeoPixels on a flexible white PCB
• Weatherproof Sheathing – Silicone sleeve for splash resistance and protection
• Standard NeoPixel Protocol – Compatible with any WS2812 driver (Adafruit NeoPixel library, FastLED, etc.)
• Cuttable – Cut lines every 3 cm (1 LED) for custom lengths
• JST SM Connectors – 2-pin JST SM connector on each end for easy wiring
• 5 mm × 5 mm Packages – Three UV diodes per package, controlled via R, G, and B channels

How to Control

The R, G, and B channels each drive one of the three UV diodes inside each package. For uniform UV output, set all three channels to the same value — from (0, 0, 0) (off) to (255, 255, 255) (full brightness).

Power Requirements

• Supply voltage: 5 V DC (do not exceed 6 V or the entire strip may be destroyed)
• A 5V 2A supply can drive 1+ metres depending on brightness

Wiring

• Strips come with 2-pin JST SM connectors on each end
• For additional connections, pick up JST SM plug and receptacle cables
• Can also solder directly to the 0.1″ copper pads at cut points

Ideal For

• Black light and UV effects
• Fluorescent material illumination
• Halloween and party decorations
• Art installations and stage lighting
• UV-curing applications

Package Contents

• 1× Adafruit NeoPixel UV LED Strip – 32 LED/m, white PCB, 1 metre with weatherproof sheathing

Resources

• NeoPixel Uberguide – Wiring, power calculations, and example code