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Introduction
In this tutorial, we will be connecting a Mean Well LED switching power supply (5V/25W or 5V/40W) to an addressable LED strip controlled by an Arduino.
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TOL-14601
This is a 40W single output switching power supply from Mean Well that has been specifically designed to be with LED applicat…
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TOL-14602
This is a 40W single output switching power supply from Mean Well that has been specifically designed to be with LED applicat…
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Required Materials
To follow along with this tutorial, you will need the following materials with the Mean Well 5V power supply. This is assuming that you are using the wall adapter cable for 120VAC. For the load, we will be using an addressable LED strip. You may not need everything though depending on what you have. Add it to your cart, read through the guide, and adjust the cart as necessary.
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PRT-13061
This 6 position screw terminal block provides a simple way to connect wires to a single connection point.
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PRT-13060
This 3 position screw terminal block provides a simple way to connect wires to a single connection point. These blocks allow …
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CAB-14603
These Wall Adapter Cables from iPixel are terminated with a standard NA plug at one end and two insulated spade terminal conn…
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COM-14730
These are skinny addressable 1-meter-long 5V RGB LED strips that come packed with 60 SK6812s. SK6812 LEDs are very similar to…
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Suggested Tools
Depending on your setup, you may need a soldering iron, solder, and general soldering accessories. Otherwise, a screw terminal block and a screw driver is sufficient.
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TOL-12966
The digital multimeter (DMM) is an essential tool in every electronic enthusiasts arsenal. The SparkFun Digital Multimeter, h…
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TOL-09325
This is your basic spool of lead free solder with a water soluble resin core. 0.031" gauge and 100 grams. This is a good spoo…
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TOL-09146
This is just your basic reversible screwdriver - pocket sized! Both flat and phillips heads available. Comes with pin clip an…
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TOL-14228
The WLC100 from Weller is a versatile 5 watt to 40 watt soldering station that is perfect for hobbyists, DIYers and students.…
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You will also need:
- Electrical Tape
- Surge Protector
Suggested Reading
If you aren’t familiar with the following concepts, we recommend checking out these tutorials before continuing.
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How to Use a Multimeter
Learn the basics of using a multimeter to measure continuity, voltage, resistance and current.
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