Dual Color COB LED Strip Light 608pcs Dotfree ILED-COB-608 DW

What Is the ILED-COB-608 DW Dual Color COB LED Strip?

The ILED-COB-608 DW is a dual-color COB LED strip featuring 608 LED positions per metre — 304 warm white (3000K) and 304 cool white (6000K) COB LEDs — mounted on a 10 mm flexible PCB. Both colour channels share the same 24VDC supply but require independent PWM control through a dual-channel controller, enabling precise tuning of any white tone between 3000K and 6000K. Each channel delivers approximately 1000 lm/m at 10W/m, combining for up to 2000 lm/m when both are at full output. The dotless COB process eliminates visible LED points, producing a smooth, uniform white line suitable for direct-view installations.

Key Specifications

Dual-Channel Controller Requirements

The COB-608 DW uses two independent LED channels — one for 3000K warm white, one for 6000K cool white — each requiring its own PWM output. A dual-channel (2-channel) dimmer or RGBW controller set to white-only mode is needed. Single-channel dimmers cannot control both colours independently. Always confirm your controller has at least two dimmable channels before ordering. The total current draw is approximately 0.83A per metre at full power (20W/m ÷ 24V), so size your power supply accordingly with a 20% margin.

Available IP Ratings

The COB-608 DW is offered in four IP variants: IP42 for dry indoor use, IP65 for splash-proof outdoor coverage, IP67 for temporary submersion, and IP68 for continuous underwater use. Select the rating that matches your installation environment at order time — the silicone coating and connector type differ between variants and cannot be changed after manufacture.

Applications

The COB-608 DW is suited to environments where adjustable white colour temperature is valuable — residential and commercial interiors, retail display areas, hospitality spaces, and architectural accent lighting. The ability to dial in the exact white tone for each zone makes it ideal for spaces that need different atmospheres at different times, such as living rooms during the day versus evenings, or kitchen work surfaces versus dining areas. The dotless 180° beam provides uniform illumination without hot spots, and the IP65/IP67/IP68 variants extend use to covered outdoor soffit and façade lighting.

Sibling Products

The COB-608 DW shares the same 10 mm dotless COB platform as the ILED-COB-480 series (13923, 13942). The COB-480 DW (white-only, 480 LEDs/m, 9-10W/m) offers fewer LEDs per metre but the same 10 mm width and dotless effect. The COB-840 RGB (13929) adds dynamic colour via RGB LEDs on the same platform. All three share the same 24VDC input, 100 lm/W efficiency, and IP42/IP65/IP67/IP68 rating options.

The ILED-COB-608 DW delivers precise white colour tuning through two independent channels — 3000K warm white and 6000K cool white — each with 304 LEDs per metre on a 10 mm PCB. This allows you to dial in any white tone between the two extremes using a dual-channel controller, something a single-channel white strip cannot achieve.

The COB process creates a dotless, uniform white line with no visible LED points at close range. The 10 mm width fits tight cove profiles and the 26.3 mm cut length allows fine adjustment during installation. CRI >90 ensures accurate colour rendition for retail, hospitality and home environments where white light quality matters.

Four IP ratings — IP42, IP65, IP67, IP68 — cover indoor and outdoor use. The 50,000-hour rated lifetime and 24VDC low-voltage input make it a safe, long-lasting solution for both residential and commercial projects.

How does the COB-608 DW differ from the COB-480 DW?
The COB-608 DW has 608 LEDs per metre (304 × 3000K + 304 × 6000K), while the COB-480 DW (13942) has 480 white LEDs per metre. The COB-608 DW produces higher brightness — up to 2000 lm/m at full output versus approximately 900-1000 lm/m for the COB-480 DW — and draws more power (20W/m vs 9-10W/m). Both share the same 10 mm width and dotless COB technology; choose the COB-608 DW for higher-output applications and the COB-480 DW for lower-power, narrower runs.

Do I need a special controller?
Yes. The COB-608 DW requires a dual-channel (2-channel) PWM controller — one channel for the 3000K LEDs, one for the 6000K LEDs. A single-channel dimmer will only control one colour temperature at a time and cannot mix them. RGBW controllers with two white channels (dual-CCT) are compatible. Always confirm the controller has at least two independent dimmable outputs before purchasing.

Can I mix the two colour temperatures?
Yes. By adjusting the output level of each channel independently, you can produce any white tone between pure 3000K and pure 6000K — including neutral white at roughly equal mix. The mixing ratio is controlled entirely by the dual-channel dimmer setting.

Which IP rating should I choose?
IP42 for dry indoor installations (ceiling coves, under-cabinet). IP65 for covered outdoor use (soffits, sheltered eaves). IP67 for outdoor areas exposed to rain. IP68 for wet environments or where submersion is possible. Do not mix IP ratings on the same run — each variant has a different silicone coating.

What is the difference between this and the COB-840 RGB?
The COB-840 RGB (13929) produces RGB colour (red, green, blue) for dynamic colour effects; the COB-608 DW produces only white light — warm 3000K and cool 6000K — tunable between those two points. If you need colour-changing effects, choose the RGB model. If you need precise white colour tuning, choose the DW model. Both share the same 10 mm COB platform and 24VDC input.

Architectural accent and cove lighting.
— The dotless 180° beam provides uniform colour-wash along ceiling coves, cornices, and recessed channels with no visible LED points. The dual-channel design lets you tune the white tone to match the room’s purpose — warm for lounges, neutral for kitchens. The 10 mm profile fits narrow cove profiles and the flexible PCB follows curves.

Residential and commercial interior lighting.
— Adjustable white colour temperature suits living rooms, bedrooms, offices, and hospitality spaces where different activities need different light tones. The ability to shift from warm ambient to bright task white with a single strip reduces the need for multiple SKUs. CRI >90 ensures natural colour rendition.

Retail display and merchandise lighting.
— The high brightness (2000 lm/m combined) and CRI >90 make this strip effective for product displays and shelf edges. The dual-channel control allows matching white tone to brand identity or seasonal themes. Dotless output prevents distracting point sources in the display field of view.

Covered outdoor soffit and façade lighting.
— The IP65, IP67, and IP68 variants extend use to sheltered outdoor installations including soffit uplighting and fascia accent. The tunable white allows matching exterior lighting to architectural intent — warm for residential, neutral for modern commercial facades.

Dual-channel controller required. — The COB-608 DW has two independent LED channels (3000K and 6000K) and needs a dual-channel PWM controller. A single-channel dimmer controls only one colour at a time. Confirm your controller has at least two dimmable outputs before ordering.

24VDC only. — Not compatible with 12VDC. Always pair with a 24VDC power supply rated for total current draw (approx. 0.83A/m at full power both channels) with a 20% margin. Undersized supplies cause dimming and shortened LED lifetime.

CRI >90 on both channels. — Unlike RGB strips where CRI is not applicable, both the 3000K and 6000K channels meet CRI >90. The combined mixed-white output retains high colour fidelity, making this strip suitable for colour-critical applications like retail display and gallery lighting.

Cuts at 26.3 mm intervals. — Always cut at marked PCB points. The COB-480 DW (13942) cuts at 50 mm; the COB-480 (13923) offers both 25 mm and 50 mm. Never cut between marks — this breaks the circuit.