Mean Well LED Switching Power Supply Hookup Guide

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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.

Mean Well LED Switching Power Supply - 5VDC, 5A

TOL-14601
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Mean Well LED Switching Power Supply - 5VDC, 8A

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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.

Terminal Block - 6 Position (15A, 600V)

Terminal Block - 6 Position (15A, 600V)

PRT-13061
$2.95
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Terminal Block - 3 Position (15A, 600V)

PRT-13060
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iPixel Wall Adapter Cable - Two Terminal (NA)

CAB-14603
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Skinny LED RGB Strip - Addressable, 1m, 60LEDs (SK6812)

COM-14730
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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.

Digital Multimeter - Basic

Digital Multimeter - Basic

TOL-12966
$16.50
25
Solder Lead Free - 100-gram Spool

Solder Lead Free - 100-gram Spool

TOL-09325
$9.95
8
SparkFun Mini Screwdriver

SparkFun Mini Screwdriver

TOL-09146
$1.05
3

Weller WLC100 Soldering Station

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You will also need:

  • Electrical Tape
  • Surge Protector

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