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LED Strip Light Drivers
— 12V & 24V Constant Voltage

12V and 24V constant-voltage drivers for LED strip lights — 30W to 120W output. Indoor cove lights, false-ceiling strips, signboards, cabinet lights, outdoor IP67 façade installations. Made in India.

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Smooth Power SP-752 12V 10A CVCC LED Strip Light Driver 120W
12V / 24V
Voltage options
30-120W
Wattage range
IP67
Outdoor variant
CVCC
CV + CC dual mode

What is an LED strip light driver?

An LED strip light driver is a constant-voltage AC-to-DC power supply that converts 230V AC mains into the steady DC voltage (12V or 24V) that LED strip lights need. LED strips are built differently from other LEDs: instead of running on constant current (like panel lights and downlights), strips run on constant voltage. Use the wrong type of driver and the strip will either be too dim, flicker, or burn out.

Strip light installations come in many forms — false-ceiling cove lighting, under-cabinet kitchen lights, signboard backlighting, vanity-mirror lights, balcony and façade strip runs, garden pathway lighting. Each application has different requirements for wattage, IP rating, and dimming. Smooth Power's strip-light driver range covers all the common configurations.

All our strip-light drivers handle Indian voltage conditions (130-300V AC input range) and tropical heat — designed and built at our Sahibabad plant in Ghaziabad.

Our strip-light driver range

Three core models cover the most common strip-light wattages and applications — from indoor 60W cabinet lights to 120W signboard backlighting.

SP-752 12V 10A CVCC Strip Light Driver 120W
SP-752

12V 10A CVCC Strip Light Driver — 120W

Our flagship strip-light driver. 120W constant-voltage output drives 3-5 metre LED strip rolls comfortably for signboards and architectural installations. CVCC dual-mode operation gives both constant-voltage and constant-current protection. Silicon half-potted for thermal management.

Output12V 10A
Wattage120 W
Input130-300V AC
TopologyCVCC dual-mode
PottingSilicon half-potted
Warranty2 years
SP-727 12V 5A CV Strip Light Driver IP67
SP-727

12V/24V 5A CV Strip Light Driver — 60W IP67

Most-popular workhorse strip driver. Available in 12V 5A and 24V 2.5A variants, both 60W. IP67 silicon-potted for both indoor and outdoor strip-light applications — cove lights, false ceilings, signboards, garden strips. Best balance of cost, performance and waterproofing.

Output options12V 5A or 24V 2.5A
Wattage60 W
Input130-300V AC
IP ratingIP67
PottingFull silicon
Warranty2 years
SP-852 60W Half-Potted Dual-Voltage Strip Light Driver
SP-852

60W Half-Potted Dual-Voltage Strip Driver

Cost-effective 60W strip driver with the same housing accepting 12V or 24V configuration. Compact form factor for cabinet lights, under-counter lights, display lighting and indoor signboards. Half-potted for thermal management at indoor-friendly price point.

Output options12V 5A or 24V 2.5A
Wattage60 W
Input130-300V AC
IP ratingIP20 (indoor)
PottingHalf silicon
Warranty2 years

Where strip-light drivers are used

Signboards & backlighting

Signboard backlight strips, channel-letter signs, advertising-board illumination. SP-752 (120W) for large signs, SP-727 (60W IP67) for smaller waterproof signs.

Cove lighting & false ceilings

Living room cove lighting, false-ceiling pelmet strips, hotel-lobby cove runs. Indoor SP-852 (60W half-potted) for cost-sensitive installations.

Cabinet & under-counter

Kitchen under-cabinet lights, wardrobe interior lights, display-shelf lighting. Compact 60W form factors with low-profile mounting.

Façade & outdoor strips

Building façade strip runs, balcony perimeter lighting, outdoor pathway strips, garden border strips. SP-727 IP67 for full outdoor exposure.

Retail display

Showcase lighting, mannequin lights, product-shelf accent lighting. Half-potted indoor drivers, often paired with TRIAC dimming.

Vanity & mirror lights

Bathroom vanity mirrors, salon mirrors, dressing-room lighting. 12V strip drivers with smaller form factor that fits behind mirrors.

How to choose the right strip-light driver

Step 1 — Voltage: Check what your LED strip needs. Most consumer strips are 12V; longer / brighter strips are often 24V. The driver output voltage must match the strip's voltage exactly.

Step 2 — Wattage: Multiply strip wattage-per-metre by total length, then add 20% safety margin. Example: 14.4W/m × 3 metres × 1.2 = 52W → 60W driver (SP-727 or SP-852). Don't run a driver at 100% of rated wattage continuously.

Step 3 — IP rating: Indoor installations (cove, cabinet, false ceiling) can use IP20 drivers — SP-852. Outdoor or damp-area installations (signboard, façade, balcony) need IP67 — SP-727. The driver housing matters as much as the strip's own waterproofing.

Step 4 — Dimming (optional): If you want dimming, order the TRIAC-dimmable variant. Standard non-dimmable drivers won't work with wall dimmers — the dimmer must be matched to the driver's input topology.

Step 5 — Brand & warranty: Cheap unbranded strip drivers fail within 6-12 months in Indian conditions (heat, voltage swings). Branded drivers with proper potting and Indian-grade components last 3-5+ years. Smooth Power drivers carry a 2-year warranty.

12V vs 24V strip light driver — which to choose

The driver's output voltage must match the strip's rated voltage exactly — a 12V strip needs a 12V driver, a 24V strip needs a 24V driver. Where you can choose the strip, this is the trade-off:

 12V strip driver24V strip driver
Best run lengthUp to ~5 metres5–10 metres
Voltage dropVisible dimming at far end on long runsHalf the drop — stays even
Brightness per metreStandardHigher (denser strips)
CostCheaper strip & driverSlightly higher
Typical useCove, cabinet, vanity, short signageLong façades, high-density, main signage
Smooth Power modelSP-752 (12V 10A, 120W)SP-727 (24V 2.5A, 60W IP67)

Rule of thumb: runs under 3 metres, 12V is fine. Longer than that, or wherever the near and far ends of the run are visible side by side, specify 24V so the far end doesn't dim.

What size strip light driver do I need? (sizing chart)

Multiply your strip's watts-per-metre by the length, then add 20% headroom. Common strip runs and the Smooth Power driver that fits — never load a driver past ~80% of its rating for continuous use:

Strip lengthAt 10 W/mAt 14.4 W/mRecommended driver
3 metres36 W52 WSP-727 / SP-852 (60W)
5 metres60 W86 WSP-752 (120W)
8 metres96 W138 WSP-752 (120W) — split at 14.4W/m
10 metres120 W173 WSP-752 (120W) or two drivers

For a standard 5-metre roll at 14.4 W/m (86 W), the SP-752 120W is the right driver — it leaves comfortable headroom. Buying strip light drivers in bulk for a project? We manufacture the full range in Ghaziabad — see our guide to specifying and sourcing strip light drivers in India, or WhatsApp +91 82872 62090 for project pricing.

Frequently asked questions

Why can't I use a regular LED driver for strip lights?

Regular LED drivers are constant-current (CC) — they output a fixed current at a variable voltage to match whatever LED chain you connect. LED strips need constant voltage (CV) — fixed 12V or 24V regardless of length. A CC driver with a strip will either burn it out or run it too dim. Always use a CV strip-light driver.

Should I pick 12V or 24V?

For short runs (under 5m), 12V is fine and cheaper. For longer runs, denser/brighter strips, or where voltage drop along the strip would dim the far end, 24V is better. Most premium "high-density" strips are 24V. Check what your specific strip requires.

How many meters of strip can one driver run?

Depends on driver wattage and strip wattage-per-metre. Example: 60W driver (SP-727) running a 10W/m strip = 6 metres maximum, but use 5 metres for safety margin. SP-752 (120W) can run 10-12 metres of typical strips, or shorter runs of high-power strips.

Can I cut the strip to fit my space?

Yes — most strips have cut-points marked every 5cm or 10cm. Always cut at the marked point. The strip's wattage scales linearly: cut to half length = half wattage. Match the driver to the actual installed length, not the full roll length.

What if my strip flickers or dims unevenly?

Usually means the driver is undersized (running near capacity, current limiting kicks in) or the strip is too long for the voltage (12V drop over 6+ metres is significant). Solutions: upgrade to a higher-wattage driver, or feed power from both ends of the strip, or switch to a 24V strip.

What size driver do I need for a 5 metre LED strip?

For a standard 5-metre strip roll, calculate watts-per-metre × 5, then add 20%. A common 14.4 W/m strip draws 72W over 5 metres, so the 120W SP-752 is the right fit with comfortable headroom. A lighter 10 W/m strip draws 50W over 5 metres — a 60W SP-727 or SP-852 works. Always leave headroom rather than running a driver at its rated maximum.

How much does a strip light driver cost?

Price depends on wattage, IP rating and quantity. Bulk and project pricing is very different from single-piece rates. For an accurate quote on the SP-752, SP-727 or SP-852 — or any custom configuration — WhatsApp +91 82872 62090 with your wattage, voltage and quantity, and we'll send current pricing the same day.

Who manufactures strip light drivers in India?

Smooth Power Private Limited manufactures 12V and 24V constant-voltage strip light drivers from 30W to 120W at its Sahibabad Industrial Area plant in Ghaziabad, with indoor half-potted and outdoor IP67 variants. See our buyer's guide to strip light driver manufacturers in India for how to specify and source them. BIS registration R-81008324.

Do you make OEM strip drivers for signboard companies?

Yes — we OEM for signboard fabricators across India. Custom output voltage, current, IP rating, wire length, branding, form factor. MOQ 500 units. WhatsApp +91 82872 62090 or sales@smoothpower.in.

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