Spec Sheet - DC-ACCESSORIE-020

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Streamline your LED lighting projects with our 10mm 3-Pin Solder-Free Quick Connector. Designed for fast, reliable connections, this single-end connector eliminates the need for soldering, making it perfect for both beginners and professionals. It creates a secure link between a cut section of an LED strip and your controller or power source via its convenient 15cm wire pigtail. Its versatile 3-pin design makes it compatible with a wide range of 10mm wide strips, including dual color (CCT) and many popular addressable LED strips. The intuitive white buckle snaps down firmly, ensuring a stable connection for a flawless lighting setup.

Key Features

Solder-Free Installation

Features a simple snap-shut design that creates a secure connection in seconds without any soldering or special tools.

Versatile 3-Pin Compatibility

Perfectly suited for 10mm wide Dual Color (CCT) LED strips and 3-wire addressable LED strips like WS2811, WS2812B, and SK6812.

Pre-Wired for Convenience

Includes an integrated 15cm (6-inch) wire pigtail, providing ample length and flexibility for connecting to controllers or power wires.

Secure Locking Buckle

The durable white plastic buckle locks down tightly onto the LED strip's PCB, preventing accidental disconnection and ensuring reliability.

Strip-to-Controller Design

This single-end connector is specifically designed to create a pigtail at the end of a strip run for easy hookup to a controller.

Technical Highlights

Precision-engineered for 10mm wide PCB boards.
Internal metal pins pierce the strip's pads for a reliable electrical contact.
Supports typical low-voltage DC power used in CCT and addressable LED systems.
Compact connector body minimizes visual intrusion in your lighting installation.

Product Specifications

Parameter	Details
Product Model	DC-ACCESSORIE-020
Connector Type	Single-End, Solderless (Strip-to-Wire)
Pin Quantity	3-Pin
Compatible PCB Width	10mm
Wire Length	15cm (Approx. 6 inches)
Buckle Material	Plastic
Buckle Color	White
Typical Voltage Range	DC 5V-24V
Maximum Current	5A (For higher loads, soldering is recommended)
Compatible Strip Types	Dual Color (CCT), 3-Wire Addressable (WS2811, WS2812B, SK6812, etc.)
IP Rating	IP20 (Non-Waterproof)

Application Scenarios

Custom Under Cabinet Lighting Perfect for creating custom-length tunable white or addressable LED strips for kitchen counters, workshop benches, and display shelves. This connector provides a clean, simple way to run a wire from the strip's end to a hidden controller.

DIY Electronics & Prototyping Ideal for hobbyists and developers working with addressable LEDs. Quickly test different strip segments with various microcontrollers like Arduino or Raspberry Pi without the permanent commitment of soldering.

LED Strip Repair & Modification Easily fix a damaged end connector or repurpose a leftover piece of an LED strip. This connector lets you quickly add a functional wire lead to any cut section of a compatible 10mm 3-pin strip.

How to Use This 3-Pin Solderless Connector

First, ensure your power is disconnected. Confirm your LED strip is 10mm wide and has 3 copper contact pads.
Gently pry open the white hinged buckle on the connector.
Carefully slide the end of the LED strip into the connector, ensuring it goes underneath the small metal contact pins.
Align the copper pads on the strip directly with the pins inside the connector. Correct alignment is crucial for a good connection.
Firmly snap the white buckle closed until it clicks into place. This action presses the pins through the contacts.
Give the wire and strip a gentle tug to ensure the connection is secure.
Connect the bare wire ends to the appropriate terminals on your 3-pin controller or power wiring, matching V+, Data/CCT, and Ground correctly.

⚠ Precautions

This connector is designed for non-waterproof (IP20) LED strips. If using with a silicone-coated strip, you must carefully scrape the coating off the copper pads first.
Double-check the pinout of your strip and controller (e.g., V+, Data, GND) and ensure the wires are connected in the correct order.
Not recommended for high-current applications exceeding 5A. For high-density or very long strips, a soldered connection is more robust.
Ensure the connector is fully closed to make a proper electrical connection.

What's in the Box

✓1 x 10mm Wide Solder-Free 3-Pin Single-End Connector with 15cm Wire

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Will this connector work with my 4-pin RGB LED strip?

A:No, this is a 3-pin connector specifically designed for dual color (CCT) or 3-wire addressable LED strips. For standard RGB strips, you will need a 4-pin connector.

Q: Can I use this to connect two LED strips together?

A:This is a single-end 'strip-to-wire' connector, intended to add a wire lead to the end of a strip. To join two strips directly, you would need a 'strip-to-strip' or dual-end connector.

Q: Is this connector waterproof for outdoor use?

A:No, this connector has an IP20 rating and is not waterproof. It is designed for use in dry, indoor environments.

Q: How do I use this with a waterproof LED strip?

A:To use this with a strip that has a silicone or epoxy coating, you must first carefully remove the waterproof coating from the top of the copper contact pads to expose them before inserting the strip.

Q: What is the wire gauge of the 15cm cable?

A:The pre-attached cable uses a standard wire gauge suitable for most low-voltage LED strip applications, typically rated for up to 5A.

Q: Can this connector be reopened and reused?

A:Yes, the buckle can be carefully opened to remove or adjust the LED strip, allowing the connector to be reused.

10mm Wide Solder-Free Quick Single-End Connector White Buckle PCB to Controller 3-Pin 15cm Long For Dual Color or Addressable LED Strips