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Red electroluminescent tape strip 100cm long with connectors on both ends

Adafruit

Adafruit ADAID-445 Red EL Tape 100cm Two Connectors

SKU CH-ZNEP-XATNG

Red electroluminescent tape strip 100 cm long with connectors on both ends, adhesive backing and weather-resistant PVC coating

  • Flat 1 cm glow surface for wide illumination
  • Adhesive backing allows direct mounting on surfaces
  • Weather-resistant PVC coating protects the tape body
  • 100 cm strip includes connectors on both ends
  • Cuttable into two pieces for flexible inverter pairing

Red EL tape for lighting projects

The Adafruit ADA-445 is a 100 cm electroluminescent strip with a 1 cm glowing surface and a 1.5 cm PVC coating. Adhesive backing allows mounting on flat surfaces. Two soldered connectors enable the strip to be cut into two pieces and powered separately. Weather-resistant tape suits indoor or temporary outdoor use.

Sustained glow depends on inverter capacity

EL tape presents roughly four times the capacitance of high-brightness wire, so it demands a stronger inverter for the same length. The supplier notes that a 2×AA pocket inverter drives only 60 cm maximum; running the full 100 cm strip from one inverter makes it dim and stresses the driver. Cutting the tape in half lets each 50 cm section draw appropriate current for even brightness.

Simple adhesive mounting with connector care

Peel the backing and press the tape onto a clean surface; the flexible PVC conforms to gentle curves. Connectors are protected only by heatshrink, not waterproofed, so seal any exposed joints if moisture is possible. Do not power the full uncut length from a small inverter — cut first, then connect each half to its own driver for reliable operation.

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Price $5.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameAdafruit Industries
Model nameADAID-445
Part numberADA-445
Product typeOther

Questions about this item

Does the 100 cm EL tape generate noticeable heat or draw high power when running continuously?

A 50 cm strip draws modest current; the tape stays cool during extended use, but the full 100 cm length needs two inverters because a single 2xAA pocket inverter is rated for only 60 cm.

What inverter and power source must I already have to light the tape?

You need a high-brightness EL inverter — the 2xAA pocket model handles up to 60 cm, so for the full 100 cm tape you need two inverters or a more powerful unit, plus the matching AA batteries.

Can I connect this tape directly to the 2xAA pocket inverter I use with standard EL wire?

The tape is four times more capacitive than high-brightness EL wire and eight times more than standard EL wire, so the pocket inverter will only drive up to 60 cm; cut the 100 cm strip in half or use a stronger inverter.

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