Flora RGB Smart NeoPixel version 3 - Sheet of 20

Product ID: 1559
$24.95
Qty Discount
1-9 $24.95
10-99 $22.46
100+ $19.96

Description

So, you want lots and lots of NeoPixels? And you want them for less? Not a problem! Here's a sheet of Flora NeoPixels fresh from the (reflow) oven. Cut them off as you need 'em and save a pretty penny while you're at it.

Each order comes with 20 pixels on a sheet. If you want a smaller number, we also have them in packs of 4. We suggest cutting them out with diagonal cutters or heavy-duty scissors.

What's a wearable project without LEDs? Our favorite part of the Flora platform is these tiny smart pixels. Designed specifically for wearables, these updated Flora NeoPixels have ultra-cool technology: these ultra-bright LEDs have a constant-current driver cooked right into the LED package! The pixels are chainable - so you only need 1 pin/wire to control as many LEDs as you like. They're easy to sew, and the chainable design means no crossed threads.

These pixels have full 24-bit color ability with PWM taken care of by the controller chip. Since the LED is so bright, you need less current/power to get the effects you want. The driver is constant current so it's OK if your battery power changes or fluctuates a little.

Each pixel draws as much as ~60mA (all three RGB LEDs on for full brightness white). In theory, the Flora can drive up to 500 pixels at 30 FPS (it will run out of RAM after that). However, after about 10 pixels (or if the distance between pixels is more than an inch or two) the resistance of the thread can affect the power supply. For large quantities of pixels over 10, you may want to consider using stranded core wire or copper braid to provide a "power bus" for the pixels - the current draw will add up fast!

Check out NeoPixel Uberguide for everything you could ever want to know (and more)!





Flora RGB Smart Neo Pixel version 2 - Sheet of 20 (11:46)

Technical Details

Revision History:

  • As of February 12, 2024 - These Flora NeoPixels no longer use the discontinued WS2811S, we have updated them to use the more-reliable SK6812. The shape, size, protocol, color and brightness is the same. The highest voltage you can use has dropped from 9V to 5.5V so they cannot be used with 6V+ power packs.

Specifications:

Head to the Adafruit Learning System for the following FLORA tutorials:

RoHS 2 2011 65 EU Compliant
RoHS 2 2015 863 EU Compliant

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