Waterproof question

[bassmants]

Are all of the node types listed on the wiki waterproof?  I see the pixel strings and flexstrips say they are, but how about square nodes, rectangle etc.?

Thanks all...

[oj70chevy]

the square nodes say = waterproof by silicon coating,3pcs SMD RGB 5050,1pcs.
Ans the rectangle say = waterproof by silicon coating,3pcs SMD RGB 5050,1pcs TM1804IC,256 gray level,DC12V
30cm of just 20 AWG lead wire no connectors

[bassmants]

Does that mean they already have it or it is required.  Anybody that have these have any input.  Thanks.

[oj70chevy]

I have ordered about 200 of the rectangle and they are water proof.

[bassmants]

cool...

[drlucas]

There are different ratings I think for pixels string vs flexstrips....strings are ip68 and strips are ip66.

[zwiller]

It cost a bit more, but I asked Ray for a favor and he made all of my gear IP70.












(The ratings don't mean much to me) 

Personally, I submerged a stand of rectangles in a bucket of water for 2 days and no issues.  Also, last year my flex strips held up fine all season and they are not further encased or anything.  There's definitely a leap of faith using new technology.  I am actually nervous since this will be the first time I've used pixels...  Honestly, I think SS gear is light years ahead of incans and well built.

To answer your question directly, the modules are encapsulated with epoxy resin.  I ran 200 modules last year and adding another 400 or so (if my order gets here  )  I prefer the look of the 5050 leds but I am being forced to nodes for live trees.