S Type Led: Manufacturer Guide & Technical Specs (2026)

Industry Insight: S Type Led

Introduction & Market Demand

The Growing Demand for S-Type LED Strips in Commercial Applications

S-Type LED strip lights, distinguished by their zigzag or S-shaped configuration, are increasingly critical in commercial and industrial lighting design. Unlike standard linear strips, these flexible solutions enable precise bending up to 90 degrees, allowing for seamless integration into complex architectural elements such as curved signage, cove lighting, retail displays, and custom fixtures. This adaptability meets the evolving demands of modern projects where aesthetics and functionality converge—particularly in high-end retail, hospitality, and architectural installations where visual impact and precision are non-negotiable.

Why Certification Matters for Global Importers

For importers and project managers, compliance with regional safety standards is non-negotiable. Products lacking ETL (USA/Canada) or TUV CE (Europe) certifications risk customs delays, regulatory penalties, and liability issues. In markets with strict electrical safety regulations, certified products ensure compliance with local codes, reduce project risks, and maintain brand integrity. Uncertified lighting solutions often fail to meet voltage stability, thermal management, or fire safety requirements, leading to costly rework or project delays. Beauty STC Lighting addresses these challenges through rigorous adherence to international standards, providing importers with market-ready solutions that eliminate compliance uncertainty.

Beauty STC: 25+ Years of Engineering Excellence

Since 1998, Beauty STC Lighting has specialized in high-quality LED lighting solutions for global markets. Our expertise spans OEM/ODM services, with a focus on delivering certified products that meet the exacting standards of Western markets. Below are key specifications for our S-Type LED strip offerings:

Specification	Details
LED Type	2835/5050 SMD
LED Density	60 LEDs/m (standard), customizable up to 120 LEDs/m
Power Consumption	8–12 W/m (varies by model and configuration)
Color Temperature	2700K–6500K (adjustable, with options for tunable white)
CRI	≥90 (98+ available for high-fidelity applications)
Beam Angle	120°
Certifications	ETL (USA/Canada), TUV CE (Europe)
Customization	OEM/ODM support for voltage, length, connectors, and PCB design

Our manufacturing process integrates automated production lines with strict quality control protocols, ensuring consistent performance across all batches. With 50+ countries served and a portfolio validated by third-party certifications, Beauty STC Lighting provides importers with a reliable supply chain partner that prioritizes technical precision over marketing claims.

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Technical Specs & Certifications (ETL/CE)

Technical Specifications & Quality Standards – S-Type LED Strip

1. Electrical & Optical Targets

Beauty STC Lighting designs every S-Type (zig-zag) strip to the same bill-of-materials used in our ETL-listed LED panels and high-bay luminaires. The result is a 24 V tape that behaves like a fixture-grade light engine rather than a disposable accent strip.

Parameter (per metre, 300 LED, 2835 SMD)	Beauty STC Target	Tolerance in Mass Production
Luminous flux @ 4000 K	1 650 lm	±3 % binning, ±5 % end-of-line
Efficacy	138 lm W⁻¹	±4 %
CCT drift over 6 000 h (Ta = 45 °C)	< 50 K	Measured in 200 mm integrating sphere
CRI (Ra)	93	Min 90, typ 93, max 95
R9 saturated red	70	Min 65
MacAdam ellipse	≤ 3 SDCM	100 % production sorted

2. Mechanical & Environmental Ratings

The serpentine PCB is the critical element; a 90° bend concentrates stress on the copper traces. We therefore use rolled-annealed (RA) 35 µm copper on 2-oz base and via-stitch every 5 mm under the LED pads.

Attribute	Specification	Test Standard & Result
PCB base material	Double-layer FR-4, 0.2 mm	IPC-4101/21, UL flammability V-0
Copper thickness	70 µm total (2 oz)	IPC-TM-650 2.2.12
Ingress protection, indoor version	IP54	IEC 60529 (dust-tight, splash-proof)
Ingress protection, outdoor version	IP67 full sleeve	IEC 60529 (1 m, 30 min)
Operating temperature	–30 °C … +65 °C	1 000 h 85 °C 85 % RH pass
Bending cycles (±90°)	≥ 500	Internal jig, 5 mm mandrel

3. Certification & Traceability

ETL/cETL to UL 2108 & CSA C22.2#9.0 (File No. 5015666) – 24 Vdc constant-voltage system.
TUV CE to EN 60598-2-21, EN 62031, EN 62471 – S-Type models STC-S2835-60 & STC-S2835-120.
RoHS/REACH full declaration maintained per roll.
LM-80 report available for 2835 mid-power LED (TM-21 extrapolated L70 > 54 000 h @ 45 °C Ts).

Every reel receives a QR-coded label; scan to view the raw LM-80 data, copper thickness report, and the exact CCT bin shipped.

4. Generic Market vs. Beauty STC – Side-by-Side

Quality Marker	Typical “Budget” S Strip	Beauty STC Certified
LED source	Pack-buy from secondary market	LM-80 2835 from Top-3 bin, 3 SDCM
Copper weight	0.5 oz (17 µm)	2 oz (70 µm) RA copper
Efficacy	95–110 lm W⁻¹	135–140 lm W⁻¹
CRI	80–82, R9 < 10	93 typ, R9 > 70
IP rating	IP20 only	IP54 std, IP67 on request
Cert.	Self-declared CE	ETL/cETL + TUV CE files
Consistency	±10 % flux per reel	±3 % flux, 3 SDCM max
Warranty	1 yr limited	5 yr factory warranty, 0.2 % RMA rate since 2016

5. Manufacturing Consistency Controls

1. Die-bonder & Pick-and-place: Yamaha S20 line, ±25 µm placement accuracy; AOI after reflow.
2. Solder alloy: SAC305 under nitrogen, void rate < 5 % by X-ray.
3. Colour & flux binning: Integrating-sphere data automatically pushed to MES; reels automatically split when bin drifts.
4. Aging: 100 % 2-h burn-in at 26 V (8 % over-voltage), 45 °C ambient; any 5 % flux drop triggers scrap.
5. Final QA: 2 kV Hi-pot between 24 V bus and aluminium heat-sink bar; insulation resistance > 100 MΩ.

6. OEM/ODM Integration Notes

PCB width 8 mm as standard; 5 mm, 10 mm, 12 mm available with same certification.
Custom CCT 1 800 K – 6 500 K, CRI 95+, or TM-30 Rf > 95 on request.
Factory-terminated 150 mm 20 AWG leads, Molex Micro-Fit or JST SM connectors.
Strips supplied on 5 m reels, 50 reels carton, 10 000 m monthly capacity.
Private-label sleeve, bar-code/QR code, and driver pairing sheets provided under NDA.

For datasheets, IES files, or project-specific lumen packages, contact:
[email protected] | +86-13902885704

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Factory Tour: Manufacturing Excellence

Precision Manufacturing: Engineered for Global Standards

Factory Foundation: 25+ Years of Industrial Expertise

Established in 1998, Beauty STC Manufacturing Co., Ltd. operates from a purpose-built facility in Jiangmen’s High-tech Industrial Zone (41th, Caihong Road, Jianghai District, Guangdong, China). Strategically positioned within China’s electronics manufacturing hub, the factory maintains ISO-compliant production processes for all lighting solutions. Products consistently meet ETL (USA/Canada) and TUV CE (Europe) certifications, ensuring compliance with Western market requirements. Every production line adheres to strict environmental and safety protocols, reflecting our core principle: “Be a responsible enterprise.”

Advanced Production Line: From SMT to Final QC

Beauty STC employs a fully integrated manufacturing workflow for flexible LED strip products, starting with automated surface-mount technology (SMT) assembly. Key process stages include:
SMT Line: High-precision placement of 0402–5050 LED components with 99.9% first-pass yield
Aging Test: 24-hour continuous operation at 40°C ambient temperature per IEC 62471
Multi-Stage QC: Three-tier inspection protocol covering visual defects, electrical parameters, and mechanical durability

Quality Control Protocols for S-Type Strip Lights
| Stage | Test Method | Compliance Standard |
|——-|————-|———————|
| SMT Inspection | Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) | IPC-A-610 Class 2 |
| Electrical Performance | Constant current load testing (24V/12V) | IEC 62471 |
| Bending Durability | 90° flexion cycle test (1,000x) | STC-FLX-001 (internal) |
| Thermal Stability | 40°C ambient aging for 24h | IEC 62471 |

All S-Type strip lights undergo rigorous bending tests to validate performance at maximum 90° angles, ensuring structural integrity for complex commercial installations.

OEM/ODM Customization: Tailored to Project Specifications

Beauty STC’s OEM/ODM capabilities deliver precise engineering for global commercial projects. Our manufacturing flexibility supports:
Custom Lengths: Precision cutting to ±0.5mm tolerance for any project-specific dimension (0.1m–50m)
Full-Spectrum CCT: 2700K–6500K range with binning to ANSI C78.377 standards (±100K tolerance)
Packaging Solutions: Standard reels (1m–500m), custom retail boxes, anti-static packaging, and client-branded labeling

Customization Specifications for S-Type Strips
| Specification | Range | Tolerance |
|—————|——-|———–|
| Strip Length | 0.1m – 50m | ±0.5mm |
| CCT | 2700K – 6500K | ±100K |
| PCB Width | 8mm – 12mm | ±0.2mm |
| Bending Radius | 90° | Performance maintained |

All custom products undergo pre-shipment certification testing to ETL and CE standards. Our engineering team collaborates directly with architects and distributors to optimize S-Type strip designs for challenging applications—such as curved architectural features or tight commercial spaces—while maintaining industry-leading thermal management and lumen retention.

“Passionate, and Innovation” drives our commitment to engineering solutions that meet exact project specifications. From prototype validation to mass production, we ensure every unit exceeds performance expectations for global markets.

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Installation & Application Scenarios

Application Scenarios for S-Type LED Strips

(ETL & CE certified, factory-direct from Beauty STC Lighting – 25+ years, 1998~present)

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H2 | Where the Zig-Zag PCB Really Earns Its Keep

Project Type	Typical Detail	Why Spec the S-Bend PCB	Installer Notes
Hotel corridors & archways	90° cove turns, recessed ceiling pockets	10 mm pitch between S-curves gives ≤90° bend without corner connectors; maintains 3-step MacAdam CCT consistency	Use aluminium profile with 8 mm inner width; push strip in while warm (25–30 °C) to reduce spring-back
Retail mall light-boxes	Back-lit fabric frames 100–200 mm deep	120 LED/m S-type delivers 1600 lm/m at 14.4 W; uniformity ≥90% on 180 mm depth	Mount on 5 mm polycarbonate sheet with thermal-transfer tape; power feed every 5 m max (ETL-listed 24 V driver)
Office rafts & baffles	Serpilinear baffle ceilings	2835 S-type 60 LED/m, CRI 90, 3000–4000 K; eliminates visible “dots” at 300 mm diffuser distance	Secure with 3 M VHB every 150 mm; allow 2 mm lateral relief for expansion (ΔT 25 K)
Façade contour lighting	Brick corbels, window reveals	IP65 silicone-sleeve S-type passes 1000 h salt-spray per ASTM B117; -40 °C to +85 °C	Clip into polycarbonate track every 200 mm; loop 50 mm service slack at each corner

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H2 | Contractor Field Checklist

Checkpoint	Beauty STC Spec	Code/Standard
Driver class	ETL-listed 24 V, Class 2, <60 Vdc output	UL 2108 & UL 8750
Max run length	5 m (120 LED/m) @ 14.4 W/m	per T-mark on reel
Bending radius	≥20 mm (PCB width 8 mm)	factory bend test report
Surface prep	Clean with IPA, 50 mm strip per side	adhesion pull-off >1.5 N/mm
Warranty	5 yr / 25 000 h L70B10	TUV CB report 64.180.22

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H2 | OEM/ODM Options – Available Factory-Direct

LED pitch: 30 / 60 / 120 LED per metre (2835 or 2216)
CCT: 2400 K – 6500 K, 3-step or 5-step binning
CRI: Ra 80 / 90 / 97 (R9>90 for museum grade)
PCB colour: white, black, brown, custom print logo
IP rating: IP20, IP54, IP65, IP67, IP68 silicone extrusion
Accessories: ETL-plug corner cables, aluminium profiles, Zhaga-book-18 drivers

All variants covered under ETL 5019291 & TUV CE EN 60598-2-22. Technical files ready for your project submittal package.

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Need dwg, IES or BIM objects? Email [email protected] – we ship 5-day sample kits to 50+ countries.

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Why Choose Beauty STC Lighting

Partner with Beauty STC Lighting – Global Manufacturing Expertise Since 1998

As a trusted manufacturing partner for lighting professionals worldwide, Beauty STC Lighting combines rigorous compliance standards with over 25 years of industrial expertise. Our factory-direct approach ensures consistent quality and scalable production for commercial and architectural lighting projects.

Rigorous Compliance for International Markets

All products undergo stringent testing to meet Western market requirements, with certifications including ETL (USA/Canada) and TUV CE (Europe). This ensures seamless integration into projects requiring compliance with local electrical safety and performance standards.

OEM/ODM Capabilities for Custom Solutions

We specialize in end-to-end customization, from technical design and prototyping to high-volume manufacturing. Our capabilities support unique project specifications, including custom lengths, color temperatures, and mounting configurations.

Decades of Manufacturing Excellence

Established in 1998, our Jiangmen facility maintains rigorous quality control processes, with a focus on precision engineering and continuous improvement in LED lighting technology.

Attribute	Specification
Certifications	ETL (USA/Canada), TUV CE (Europe)
Years Established	1998 (25+ years)
Global Markets Served	50+ countries across Europe, Americas, SE Asia, Australia, Russia, Japan, Korea
OEM/ODM Services	Full customization from design to production
Core Product Range	Flexible LED Strips, LED Panels, Floodlights, UFO High Bays, T8/T5 Tubes

Contact our export team for technical specifications, sample requests, or partnership inquiries:
[email protected] | +86 139 0288 5704

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