{"id":3330,"date":"2023-05-23T03:09:14","date_gmt":"2023-05-23T03:09:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ledstreak.com\/?p=3330"},"modified":"2023-05-23T03:09:16","modified_gmt":"2023-05-23T03:09:16","slug":"led-strip-lights-not-turning-on","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ledstreak.com\/led-strip-lights-not-turning-on\/","title":{"rendered":"LED Strip Lights Not Turning On? Here’s What to Do"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
It\u2019s frustrating when you press a switch only to find that the LED strip lights are not turning on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Generally, you may assume that the strip is faulty and needs repair or replacement, which is not always the case. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
In some circumstances, the problem lies with the power supply, accessories, or even connectors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In others, it may be that you are overloading your power supply leaving little to no power for your LED strip. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Regardless, we\u2019ve got all you need to know about LED strip lights not turning on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Additionally, we have the steps you should take to solve the issue. Let\u2019s get going.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
(Using a 12V battery to charge multiple electronic devices)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Two main reasons are why your LED strip lights won\u2019t light up.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
First, it may be that power is not reaching the LEDs due to a faulty power supply. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Or second, the LEDs or connectors are broken and may need soldering or replacement. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Therefore, you need to diagnose the fault before attempting any repairs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The power source is the grid that provides the voltage and current your LEDs operate on. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Generally, if the whole length of LEDs on your strip doesn\u2019t work, chances are high that there\u2019s a missing link between the source and the electrical load. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
First, use a multimeter or a voltage tester to detect the amount of voltage coming out of your battery. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
In some cases, the battery is flat hence unable to power the LEDs<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you power your LEDs directly from the mains grid through a converter, you may as well check to see if there\u2019s power in the socket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Afterward, if you detect power from both sources, the problem lies elsewhere. <\/p>\n\n\n\n (Measuring AC voltage using a digital multimeter)<\/p>\n\n\n\n LEDs operate on either 12 or 24V, depending on the strip’s current requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Suppose your LEDs won\u2019t turn on; use a DC volt meter to test voltage levels reaching your light strips. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Moreover, if you draw AC power from the mains, you can also measure voltage from the converters like the transformer<\/a> or driver.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n In both cases, the two convert alternating current to direct current that the LEDs can use. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Additionally, when you find the voltage satisfactory, the problems may be elsewhere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The next step you\u2019ll take is checking the connections with more interest in the solderless connector.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n At this stage, use a multimeter to check the voltage or continuity at common intervals along the LED strip. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Doing so lets you know the length of the strip that disconnects the LEDs from the power supply. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Moreover, check for short circuits when the positive and negative terminals come into contact.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n Inspect all accessories, such as dimmers, to ensure they are compatible with your LED system. <\/p>\n\n\n\n A simple way to do so is by disconnecting one accessory after the other and checking whether the LEDs turn on without it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n (Welding connections onto the ends of an LED strip)<\/p>\n\n\n\n Most LED problems are solvable after a correct diagnosis. This section delves into the solutions to common LED problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n LEDs strips<\/a> that get dimmer towards the end signify a voltage drop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In other words, if you install a 10-foot LED strip that needs 5 watts per foot, you\u2019ll need a total wattage of 50 watts. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Now, the LEDs will light dimmer if your power source supplies anything less than 50 watts.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n The solution is adding another power source to increase the available wattage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The solution to flickering LEDs is replacing your power supply with a stable one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Alternatively, use a voltage regulator to stabilize the voltage reaching your LEDs.<\/p>\n\n\n\nTest Voltage Levels<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Check the Connections<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Check the Accessories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Solutions to Common Problems With LED Strip Lights<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Lights Dim Towards the Ends Of the Strip<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Lights Turn On and Off<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
A Section of the LED Strip is Dim<\/h3>\n\n\n\n