Overview

The Lumishore 010-04480-00 is a 1 m white LED strip light for 12V DC systems (10 to 15 V DC) that adds clean accent lighting in tight spaces on board. It outputs white light at 5000 K with 60 LEDs per meter, draws up to 0.5 A (6 W) per meter, and uses an IP68-rated, fully encapsulated construction for wet locations.

This style of strip is commonly tucked under gunwales, under steps, behind valances, inside lockers, or along toe-kicks where you want light without seeing the fixture. It can be installed indoors or outdoors in exposed marine environments, but it is not meant to be permanently submerged.

The strip can be cut to length in 50 mm steps and the cut end should be sealed before it goes on the boat. Plan your run so the strip follows gentle curves only, with a minimum 50 mm bend radius, and avoid twisting or bending it sideways.

Key features

• 1 m strip length with white output at 5000 K
• Runs on 12V DC only (10 to 15 V DC operating range)
• 60 LEDs per meter for an even line of light
• Up to 0.5 A (6 W) per meter power draw for circuit planning
• IP68-rated, fully encapsulated and potted construction for wet locations and washdowns
• Simple 2-wire hookup for basic on and off control
• Cut-to-length in 50 mm increments when a custom fit is needed (seal the cut end)
• Low-profile strip section (10.8 mm wide by 4.0 mm thick) with end cap dimensions of 12.0 mm by 5.2 mm

Installation and setup

Dry-fit the strip first so you can confirm the routing, the bends, and where the light line will fall once it is hidden behind trim. Keep bends smooth, maintain at least a 50 mm radius, and do not twist the strip or bend it in the sideways direction. If you need a shorter run, cut only at the marked cut points and seal the cut end before mounting so water cannot migrate into the strip.

For mounting, the strip is intended to sit flat against a clean surface. Take the time to degrease and dry the mounting area so the adhesive backing can hold properly, especially in high-humidity compartments.

Electrical and system integration

Power is a straightforward 2-wire connection on a 12V DC boat. Use an appropriately sized fuse for the complete circuit and make splices in a protected location with marine-grade connectors and heat-shrink. For basic use, the strip can be switched on and off; for installations that need dimming and zone-style control, it supports use with an external lighting controller that provides those functions.

Compatibility and fit

This is the 1 m length in the SL100 strip format, which helps when you want a short run without coiling extra material. Confirm you have enough clearance for the strip section along the full path, plus a little room at the end cap area where the strip terminates. If the mounting location is exposed on deck or near a cockpit coaming, route wiring so it is supported and protected from chafe and vibration.

Use on board

This is a good match for boaters who want a crisp white line of light for step lighting, under-gunwale glow, or locker illumination while keeping the fixture itself out of sight. It also works well in cabins and saloons where you want nighttime lighting that is easy on the eyes without turning on overhead fixtures.