How to Install Long LED Strip Runs For Above-Ground Pool Lights

Make sure to use strip lights that have a rating of IP67 or higher for installation in a wet environment. For higher protection or full submersion, use IP68-rated strips. Since these lights will have contact with water, it is important to use low-voltage strip lights (12V-24V) to reduce the risk of danger if a problem with the strips or power suppliers were to happen. Some jurisdictions require above-ground pool lighting to meet National Electrical Code (NEC) Article 680 standards, which would limit possible pool lighting installation locations. Before you purchase pool lights, check your local code requirements.

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Take caution when handling and installing electrical components near water. It is imperative to turn off all power supplies during the installation, use watertight wire connectors, and make sure there are no exposed wires. If you are not comfortable completing your pool light installation, have a certified electrician install your lights. 

Additionally, exposure to harsh chemicals such as chlorine and salt water may cause the housing of your strip lights to deteriorate over time. To extend the lifetime of your lights, we recommend installing the strip lights a few inches above the waterline to decrease contact with water. It is important to regularly check your lights to make sure they are working properly and do not have any exposed components. 

The following installation involves connecting 4 waterproof RGB LED strip lights. With several color-changing patterns and watertight construction, these strip lights create a fun atmosphere for kids and grown-ups alike. Customize the brightness, color, and dynamic modes with a controller to tailor the lighting to any event.

Drain your pool before beginning your LED strip light installation. Begin by creating or locating a dry area away from your pool for the power supply. The power supply should be contained in a weatherproof enclosure. Power supplies should be installed between a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protected circuit and the pool’s junction box. It’s crucial to use a GFCI-protected circuit, as it shuts off if the current flow to protect from electrical shocks. 

Wire the included plug to the power supply, but do not connect to power until the installation is complete.

Connect the output LC4 connector of the controller to the LC4 splitter. Then connect the LC4 pigtails to the pigtails of the strips. Use the waterproof wire nuts to seal your connection. Connect strips 1 and 3 together using the connectors already attached to the strips. Repeat for strips 2 and 4. 

If your strip lights are longer than the pool circumference, you can easily cut your strip light at the nearest cuttable segment to trim it down to length. Use a waterproof silicone sealant and silicone cap to seal the end of the cut strip. 

Please note: the LC4 connectors, splitters, and controller are not waterproof. Therefore it is essential you store them in a waterproof junction box or housing to protect from water splashes and outdoor elements.

When deciding where to mount your waterproof strip lights, remember that prolonged exposure to harsh chemicals like chlorine and salt water could wear down the strip housing over time. We recommend mounting your lights around the rim above the water.

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Apply strips 1 and 3 clockwise around your pool rim and strips 2 and 4 counterclockwise.  If you have a flat surface, use mounting clips to secure the strips in place as you go.

For above-water installation, drill small holes under your pool rim in the trusses approximately every 2 feet. Use cable ties to anchor the strip to the truss. You can also use speed nuts or cotter pins for strip anchoring to avoid drilling holes.

• Energy-saving: LED technology can reduce energy consumption compared to traditional pool lighting, so using LED lights can help you save on energy costs.
• Long lifespan: LED lights typically have a longer lifespan than traditional lights, allowing you to use them for many years without replacement.
• Multiple colors available: Modern pool LED lights come in multiple colors, allowing you to adjust the lighting according to personal preferences or specific occasions, making your pool more beautiful and comfortable.
• Easy to control and adjust: Pool LED lights can be adjusted by remote control, mobile app, etc., making it easy for you to change and control the lighting effect in the pool.

• Create stunning visual effects: Neon lights create amazing visual effects in the pool, improving the appearance of the pool and adding fun to night swimming.
• Simple installation: Usually only need to connect the power supply.
• Multiple colors and shapes available: Adapt to different occasions and personal tastes.

• High power consumption: Compared with other pool lighting solutions, neon lights consume more energy.
• High maintenance cost: If a light tube needs to be replaced, the whole neon light tube needs to be replaced, which is relatively expensive.

• No noise: Fiber optic lighting systems have no noise interference, providing a quiet and comfortable pool environment.
• Durable: Use long-life light sources and fiber optic materials, which can be used for many years without replacement.
• Energy-saving: This can reduce energy consumption compared to other pool lighting solutions, thus reducing energy costs.
• Easy to install: Only need simple system connections.

• Provide plenty of light: Make the pool area brighter, more comfortable, and safer, making it easier for you to use the pool.
• Relatively low cost: More affordable and can be obtained at a lower cost.
• Easy to install: Usually only need to fix the lamp on the edge of the pool.

• Only project light into the pool: Cannot be used for underwater lighting, so it may not be suitable for cases that require underwater lighting.
• Limited lighting range: Unable to provide sufficient lighting effect, so it may not be suitable for large pools.

• Provide sufficient lighting: Underwater lights can provide sufficient lighting to make swimmers easier to see underwater in the dark.
• Multiple colors available: Modern underwater lights can provide multiple colors and effects, suitable for different occasions and personal tastes.
• Enhance pool aesthetics and improve the night-time experience.

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