Description Grove - WS2813 RGB LED Strip Waterproof - 30 LED/m - 1m is a Grove-compatible programmable RGB LED strip built around WS2813B LEDs in 5050 packages. The strip can be powered and controlled through the Grove interface, supports full-color RGB effects, and is designed for decoration, illumination, light shows, and project builds that need a simple plug-and-play LED strip. The WS2813 design improves on single-signal LED strips by using double-signal cross-transmission. If one LED fails, the backup signal path can bypass that point so the remaining LEDs continue to work, as long as two or more adjacent LEDs are not damaged. Note This strip does not have a DOUT pin, so it is not possible to connect multiple strips in series. Attention The maximum power of this LED strip is 18W, and the maximum current is 3.6A when all LEDs are set to white at level 255. Use an extra power supply for the strip. For example, the Arduino UNO VCC output is limited to 200mA, which is not enough for this LED strip. Features WS2813B LEDs in 5050 packages: supports different programmable lighting effects. Full-color RGB output: 16,777,216 colors, 256 brightness levels, and 30 independently controlled LED beads per meter. Break-point resume function: double-signal cross-transmission helps the rest of the strip continue working when a single LED fails. Waterproof construction: the strip includes a transparent waterproof slot for more durable installations. Grove compatible: connects to Seeeduino or Arduino with a Base Shield through a Grove cable without soldering or complicated wiring. Break-Point Resume Function As long as two or more adjacent LEDs are not broken, the remaining LEDs can work normally. Applications Light shows Christmas decoration Illumination Gaming rooms Specifications Dimensions 1000mm x 12mm x 4mm Weight G.W 41g Battery Exclude Operating Voltage DC 5V Operating Current 1.8A per meter / 0.06A per LED Operating Temperature -40°C ~ 70°C Storage Temperature -50°C ~ 80°C Max. Power 9W per meter / 0.3W per LED Scanning Frequency 2KHz/s Max. Data Transfer Rate 800Kbps/s Reset Time >280us (typical = 300us) LED Working Life-Span 50000 hours Part List Grove - WS2813 RGB LED Strip Waterproof - 30 LED/m - 1m 1 Resources Grove WS2813 RGB LED Strip Waterproof 30 LED/m product PDF 104020108 EU Declaration of Conformity 104020108 RoHS certificate 104020108 UK Declaration of Conformity FAQ Can multiple strips be connected in series? No. The official note states that this strip does not have a DOUT pin, so multiple strips cannot be connected in series. Does the strip need an external power supply? Yes, plan to use an extra power supply. The strip can reach 18W and 3.6A at full white brightness, which is more than an Arduino UNO VCC output can provide. What happens if one LED fails? The WS2813 double-signal design can bypass a single failed LED, allowing the remaining LEDs to continue working as long as two or more adjacent LEDs are not broken. Is soldering required for basic use? No. The strip is Grove compatible and can connect to Seeeduino or Arduino with a Base Shield through a Grove cable.