BTF-LIGHTING WS2812B RGB 5050SMD Individually Addressable
$25.99
Product Overview
This BTF-LIGHTING WS2812B RGB 5050SMD Individually Addressable Digital LED Matrix offers a 16×16 pixel grid—totaling 256 individually controlled LEDs—in a compact 6.3in x 6.3in flexible PCB design. Built with integrated WS2812B IC chips, each LED functions independently, enabling smooth full-color animations, video playback, text displays, and dynamic lighting effects. Ideal for hobbyists, event decorators, and digital signage creators, this matrix delivers vibrant visuals powered by DC5V input, making it suitable for both DIY projects and commercial indoor installations.
Key Features
- Individually Addressable LEDs: Every one of the 256 SMD5050 LEDs contains a built-in WS2812B IC chip, allowing precise control over color and brightness per pixel. This enables complex animations like flowing water, raindrop, or curtain-up effects without requiring external drivers for each unit.
- Full Color 24-Bit Display: Supports red, green, and blue channels with 256 levels per channel, producing millions of vivid colors. The G-R-B (green-red-blue) color order ensures accurate color rendering across all effects.
- Flexible FPCB Design: Constructed on a bendable flexible printed circuit board that allows panels to be curved or joined seamlessly using JST connectors. This makes installation easier in custom shapes or large-format displays.
- Wide Range of Effects: Compatible with software such as CorelDRAW, Flash, and LedEdit for creating custom animations or syncing to music and video sources. Works with controllers like the K-1000C for real-time text, subtitle, or media display.
- Long Lifespan & High Durability: Rated for over 50,000 hours of operation under normal conditions. Pure gold wire connections enhance signal integrity and resistance to corrosion, ensuring consistent performance over time.
Technical Specifications
- IC Type: WS2812B (built-in per LED)
- Color Order: G-R-B (not RGB)
- Gray Level: 256 (per channel)
- View Angle: 120°
- Input Voltage: DC5V only (do not use DC12V or DC24V)
- Power Consumption: 0.1W–0.3W per LED depending on active color mix
- Total Power Output: Up to 75W when all LEDs emit white light
- Recommended Power Supply: DC5V 10A (50W) or DC5V 20A (100W)
- Operating Temperature: -20°C to +50°C
- Dimensions (L x W x H): 16cm x 16cm x 0.2cm
- Waterproof Rating: IP30 (non-waterproof)
- LED Size: 5mm x 5mm per bead
- Pixel Count: 16 horizontal x 16 vertical = 256 total pixels
- Connector Type: 3-PIN JST for daisy-chaining
- FPCB Board Color: Black
Benefits & Use Cases
This LED matrix excels in environments where dynamic visual content is essential. It’s commonly used in indoor advertising signs, stage backdrops, wedding decorations, holiday displays (such as Christmas), and interactive art installations. Its compatibility with popular microcontrollers like Arduino and ESP32 simplifies integration into smart home systems or automated light shows. The flexibility of the FPCB allows it to conform to curved surfaces or be tiled together to form larger screens—ideal for building custom-sized digital canvases. Users appreciate its brightness adjustability and reliable color output, though some note that simultaneous full-white illumination may generate significant heat and should be avoided to preserve longevity.
Important Notes
- Do not exceed DC5V input voltage—using higher voltages like DC12V or DC24V can permanently damage the LEDs.
- When displaying white light on all LEDs, total power draw reaches up to 75W, generating substantial heat. Prolonged use at full white is discouraged as it may reduce LED lifespan and create uncomfortable glare.
- Each matrix must receive DC5V power directly—especially during splicing—to prevent overheating of internal wires.
- The panel is rated IP30, meaning it is not protected against moisture or dust; avoid use in damp or outdoor environments unless additional enclosure is provided.
- Splicing multiple matrices is supported via 3-PIN JST connectors, but ensure stable power delivery to every segment to maintain signal stability.
- Compatible with various controllers including the K-1000C, enabling features like music reactivity, video synchronization, and scrolling text.
13 reviews for BTF-LIGHTING WS2812B RGB 5050SMD Individually Addressable
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BCN –
Good product, good support
I had some trouble getting this display going. Using an Arduino Mega and some sample code found online, I ended up with just 1 LED coming on. When I reached out to the manufacturer, they were responsive and offered a wiring diagram to assist. They also mentioned that 1 LED lit often means no data connection. I verified solid connections and when that still didnât work, the manufacturer offered to send a remote controller to use for testing. It was then that I realized I had switched data with ground. Duh. If only I looked at that after the support engineer mentioned it… Once I made the proper connection the unit worked well. Bright, rich colors. This is my first experience with an LED matrix, but if need to by another, I wouldnât hesitate to purchase this one again.TL;DR:Good customer serviceNice matrix displayWould buy again
D. Woodall –
Good panel at a good price
This is a good panel at a good price. I ordered two at $37.88 each, and tested them first thing to make sure there were no dead pixels. Both panels work flawlessly. Color rendering is good, and is consistent across the panel. Each panel was in a nice white box, but I was surprised that instead of being placed in an ESD protective anti-stat bag, the panels were wrapped in bubble wrap, known for holding static charge. My only issue is that the advertised size is incorrect – they are not 0.48ft by 0.48ft. They measure 6 5/16 inches (square), which is 0.53ft. Your enclosure needs to be at least 6 3/8′ inside measurement. If I had built my enclosures relying on the 0.48ft description I would’ve been rather angry because the panels will not fit inside a 6″ square hole. WS2812 LEDs get a little warm when holding a bright color over time and this panel does as well, since the LEDs are closely spaced. You need to give them good ventilation.For those reviewers whining about the serpentine addressing – this is the most efficient way to connect the rows (or columns). Build your own panel and you’ll see. There is a simple solution – simply create a 2D ([rows][cols]) map that converts a logical row+column position into the corresponding physical position in the panel.
Jwish –
Great lights bit expensive
I like these lights. Just wish they werenât so expensive
Bob –
Great Display with rich colors!
This is a 5 star display but I subtracted one star to the lack of documentation.This display has rich colors and works well with the FastLED library. The package arrived per the suppliers commitment and was well packed. I did see some flicker but at this time I’m attributing it to my power supply. I’m getting a 1000 uf lytic to reduce the demand on the supply. I found out that the flickering was due to my driver. I switched to an Arduino UNO and everything worked great. I’m impressed with the brightness. I dimmed it down and it still supplied plenty of light. A quick connector was supplied which made it easy to interface it to the supply and the data source.Opportunities are as follows. I didn’t receive any documentation and when I went to the site the product wasn’t listed. I’m still confused on why there are two wires in the center of the matrix labeled 5v and DIN. I can see having the power coming in at the center but why the data also. I assume there was a reason but without any information I didn’t use it.
Just Electronics –
Best choice for your money on LED Matrix
Arrived quickly and carefully packed. Used at first with Arduino nano to make a sign for my car’s windshield for Uber and Lyft. Very , very bright. I have installed behind 90% tinted window film and still is very bright during daylight time. I have used the same foam box included to mount on windshield after painting it blackNow I got the controller from BTF and works great too. I will provide a separated review and video for it..The quality of the 8X32 matrix is Excellent and less than half of price from other brands. I have ordered multiple units.BTF customer service is the best with replies in just hours and not days.Now I am planing to create a pool RGB matrix with multiple units
ThomasBender –
Don’t Buy. Bad Quality Control.
My guess is that these things have been sitting around for too long and maybe just went bad after being exposed to probably too much heat or something. I got one and only about 2/3rds of the LEDs would light up, they also wouldn’t respond to the Arduino code correctly. The code works fine on other WS2812B LEDs so whatever maybe just bad luck. I got a replacement shipped to me and this time they all do light up, however again they don’t respond correctly and just seem to do their own thing. I checked my code again and used a bunch of random code(specifically for these kinds of matrixes) off the internet that also doesn’t work with this thing. But guess what? The code works just fine with my other WS2812B LEDs. Either the posting here is wrong or there is a pretty bad QC issue with these things nowadays. Now I have 2 pieces of garbage that I need to ship back on my own time before I can even get a refund. Fun.Don’t buy, there’s plenty of other postings for the same thing on Amazon, so don’t order these. Bad quality control.
David S. –
Nice and bright, works very well!
I bought this about a year ago for a project and although I never finished the project, the 44 x 11 LED array worked great!It’s very bright, easy to connect up to any WS2812-compatible controller (or Arduino). I used mine with an Advatek PixLite controller. I plan to purchase more of these arrays to build a larger sign as the only down-side to this array is the size. For my application, I wish the LEDs were spaced further apart and the overall array was larger.Cost is a little high, but if you’re in need of more than a couple you should be buying in bulk from China
John Watson –
Great product worked right out of the box!
This display is awesome and works great with Arduino uno and Atmega 2560. I used pin 8 on Atmega328p and pin 53 on the 2560, both work. I converted the linear addressing into a 2 dimensional plane for addressing each led individually. Works great!
Cliente Amazon –
Fantastico
vermis –
Bien en general, precio un poco demasiado elevado habiendo ofertas de dos matrices de 8×32 por cerca de 50 euros. En el vÃdeo tiene puesta una lámina de papel de calcar de 90gsm directamente encima, la controla una raspberry pi pico con el software SignalRGB
Proto & Sonderl M.V. –
bin damit Super zufrieden.. nur der Controller sp107 kann mit dem Ding nix anfangen. (der braucht 16×16 Pixel oder 16×32 o.ä.). Dafür kann das K 1000-C was wir auch dazu gekauft haben, ober Fette Bilder drauf beamen! Wird bald wieder einen Kauf geben 😉 . Kaufe die Tage einen besseren Musik Controller den ich woanders gefunden hab! Auf meine Fragen hat BTF Lighting schnell geantwortet! Hier kaufen macht SpaÃ!
Darren Connolly –
This is a great panel. I’m still learning how to use it tho. It is very bright.
Julien –
Bonne luminosité voir trop au MAX bonne couleur et niveau réaction très fluide!Avantage sur ce model elle à plus de pixel pour le rendu des images!