WS2812B Addressable RGB LED String – Sold Per Metre (5V / 12V)
£1.99
Overview
The LED strip is supplied cut to the length you order, allowing you to purchase exactly the amount needed for your project.
To order longer lengths, simply increase the quantity:
• Quantity 1 = 1 metre
• Quantity 5 = 5 metres
Where possible, orders will be supplied as one continuous length.
The WS2812B Addressable RGB LED String is a flexible digital LED lighting solution designed for DIY electronics projects, smart home integrations, and decorative lighting installations. Each LED is individually addressable, allowing precise control over colour and brightness to create dynamic lighting effects, animations, and responsive visual displays.
This LED string is available in both 5V and 12V variants and features 10 addressable LEDs per metre, making it ideal for installations where wider LED spacing is preferred. It can be controlled using common microcontrollers such as ESP32, Arduino, or Raspberry Pi and integrates easily with popular LED control software including WLED and ESPHome.
Key features
- Individually addressable RGB LEDs allow precise per-pixel colour and animation control.
- WS2812B digital protocol enables control using a single data line.
- Available in both 5V and 12V variants to suit different power setups.
- 10 LEDs per metre provide wider spacing for decorative and ambient lighting.
- Flexible LED string design allows easy installation around objects and structures.
- Compatible with common controllers including ESP32, Arduino, and Raspberry Pi.
- Supports popular LED software such as WLED and ESPHome.
- Designed for long service life with LEDs rated for up to 50,000 hours.
Product information
Use cases
- Smart Home Ambient Lighting
- Create dynamic accent lighting for desks, shelves, TVs, and architectural features. When paired with controllers running WLED or ESPHome, the strip can be integrated into automation platforms such as Home Assistant for fully customisable lighting effects.
- DIY Electronics & Microcontroller Projects
- Perfect for makers and developers building custom LED projects. The WS2812B protocol allows each LED to be individually addressed using a single data line, making it compatible with Arduino, ESP32, Raspberry Pi, and many other development platforms.
- Decorative & Event Lighting
- Ideal for seasonal decorations, displays, and installations where colourful lighting effects are required. Individually addressable LEDs enable patterns, animations, and reactive lighting sequences.
Technical specifications
What’s included
- 1 × WS2812B Addressable RGB LED String (cut to ordered length)
