The S-type 120 IP65 LED strip is the most technically complete strip in the SWP S-type range — combining the three most important professional specifications into a single product: 120 LEDs per metre for superior uniformity, IP65 waterproof protection for year-round outdoor use, and the S-type flexible PCB for curved letter and cabinet profiles. All four colour temperature variants are identically priced and specified — the only variable is the light output colour.
For sign makers and lighting installers who need the highest quality strip finish on outdoor signage without compromise, the S-type 120 IP65 is the single correct specification: it eliminates the visible dot effect of 60 LED/m strips, survives direct weather exposure without degradation, and follows any letter geometry without kinking.
S-type 120 IP65 — Model Overview
- S-type 120 IP65 3000K — 120 LED/m · waterproof · warm white · outdoor hospitality signage, restaurant and hotel fascias, heritage lettering, warm-tone retail brand signs
- S-type 120 IP65 4000K — 120 LED/m · waterproof · neutral day white · corporate and commercial outdoor signage, office building lettering, brand-neutral retail fascias
- S-type 120 IP65 6500K — 120 LED/m · waterproof · daylight white · the most widely specified variant · maximum perceived brightness for outdoor light boxes, channel letters, and display signage
- S-type 120 IP65 10000K — 120 LED/m · waterproof · ultra-cool white · automotive dealership signage, technology brand lettering, high-impact white-face outdoor signs where a distinctly crisp, icy white tone is specified
Why This Strip — Three Specifications That Matter Together
- 120 LED/m — no visible dots: 8.3 mm LED spacing vs 16.7 mm on 60 LED/m strips — uniform continuous light line even at close diffuser distances and on high-gloss acrylic sign faces
- IP65 waterproof — outdoor rated: full silicone coating protects against rain, condensation, and humidity — mandatory for any EU outdoor installation exposed to weather year-round
- S-type PCB — follows curves: horizontal-plane flexibility allows the strip to follow curved letter profiles, rounded cabinet corners, and circular sign elements without kinking or creating uneven LED spacing
- All three in one product: the S-type 120 IP65 eliminates the need to compromise — no choosing between density and waterproofing, or between flexibility and protection
S-type 120 IP65 vs SWP 120 (non-waterproof) — When to Use Which
The SWP 120 Series (non-waterproof, IP20) is the correct specification for enclosed indoor light boxes, interior cove lighting, and any dry installation where the strip is protected from moisture by the sign cabinet or architectural structure. It offers the additional colour temperature of 15000K not available in the IP65 range, and is available in a 24V variant for longer runs.
The S-type 120 IP65 is the correct specification for outdoor channel letters, exposed façade sign cabinets, signs in high-humidity environments, and any installation where the strip may encounter condensation, rain ingress, or direct weather exposure. The IP65 coating adds material cost but eliminates the risk of premature failure, warranty claims, and return visits on outdoor sign installations — making it the more cost-efficient choice over the full installation lifecycle for any outdoor project.
Technical Specifications — S-type 120 IP65
- LED density: 120 LEDs per metre
- PCB format: S-type flexible — horizontal plane bending for curved profiles
- Operating voltage: 12V DC
- Protection rating: IP65 — full dust exclusion, protected against low-pressure water jets from any direction
- Colour temperatures: 3000K · 4000K · 6500K · 10000K
- Roll length: 5 m
- Operating temperature: -20°C to +60°C
- CE certified — compliant with EU Low Voltage and EMC directives
- Warranty: 2 years
Applications
- Outdoor channel letters — building façade lettering, retail brand fascias, hotel and restaurant exterior signage requiring both high uniformity and full weather protection
- Outdoor light boxes — exposed advertising cabinets, bus shelter panels, petrol station price boards, roadside menu boards
- Curved outdoor sign profiles — circular logos, rounded letter trims, curved cabinet edges where S-type flex is required alongside IP65 protection
- High-gloss acrylic sign faces — 120 LED/m eliminates dot visibility on glossy surfaces where 60 LED/m would show individual LEDs
- Automotive dealership signage — 10000K ultra-cool white for technology and automotive brand standards requiring maximum crispness
- Hospitality outdoor fascias — 3000K warm white for restaurant, hotel, and bar exterior signage maintaining brand warmth outdoors
- High-humidity indoor locations — kitchen extraction hoods, car wash signage, swimming pool facilities, any interior with significant condensation risk
The Led strip S-120 category includes LED lighting solutions such as LED strip SWP S-TYPE 120 12V 12W 10000K / 7000K / 4000K / 3000K. These professional LED luminaires are designed for industrial, commercial and public projects and combine high energy efficiency with reliable light quality. With modern SWP LED technology you can replace outdated lighting systems and reduce operating costs.
When you plan lighting in the Led strip S-120 segment – for warehouses, production halls, logistics centres, car parks or street lighting – SWP LED offers complete LED lighting concepts. High luminous efficacy, stable drivers and well-chosen optics provide uniform illumination and improved working conditions for staff and visitors.
All SWP LED products in the Led strip S-120 range meet current European safety and quality standards and can be adapted to local regulations in your country. Our technical team can help you choose the right luminaires, perform lighting calculations and design an efficient, future-proof LED lighting system tailored to your project.
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