I've ordered the 3000K and 5000K versions of these lights with black connectors. I have a shelving unit with black framing, and I wanted to use these lights to light up the shelves. The black connectors are easier to hide with the framing.
--- Pros ---
* There are several clips for the connectors/cables, and there are adhesive strips and plastic brackets to give a couple options for mounting the lights.
* The lights are decently bright, and I think they work well in a shelving unit.
* The lights have a low profile, making them easier to hide.
* The connectors that come in the kit are longer than I've seen with others. I found them adequate for reaching between shelves in a shelving unit.
* There are 3 options for power: always on, with an on/off switch, with a dimmer switch
--- Cons ---
* I would have liked to see a 3500K or 4000K offering of these lights. I've settled on 5000K for my usage. The 3000K shows up very orange when there's a nearby surface.
* While there are a good number of clips included, I would have liked to see a few more. With some planning, the included items may be enough.
* The plastic brackets that hold the light panels can be detached from the panels, but it's pretty difficult. I could see there being potential for damage when trying to separate them. I've seen other lights with metal tabs that could be pulled to release the panel.
--- Could go either way ---
* When connecting the lights in series, the lights that come later in the chain seem to lose some brightness. It's not drastic, but it may be worth paying attention to.
--- Temperature ---
I initially tried the 5000K lights. I thought they looked nice once I set them up with the shelves, but they felt a bit too cool in the room. In my space, I have north facing windows with 2700K, 3000K, and 3500K ambient lighting. I do have the ability to adjust some of this warmth. I thought the 3000K version of this product might match my space better, so I ordered a second set of the warmer lights. I had intended to use the first set of lights in another room where the cooler color might match better.
Once I received the 3000K lights, I tested them out, and they were way more orange than I expected. Since I'm already using 2700K lights in the space, this caught me off guard. My best guess is the more orange hue isn't as noticeable with ambient lighting. Since I'm using this product in shelves near a wall, I think the close proximity to multiple surfaces really brings out the orange.
I decided the 3000K lights were too warm for me to use in any space, so I decided to return the set. The 5000K lights can work in the space, even if I would prefer them to be slightly warmer (maybe 3500K to 4000K). With sunlight coming through the windows, the 5000K lights aren't too out of place. Also, when lighting is used to accent a display area, I think cooler lighting can feel appropriate. If I decide later that there's too big a contrast in light temperature, I'll adjust some of my existing lights to be cooler.
--- The kit ---
The product itself is great. The LED strips/panels are decently bright, and the low profile makes it easier to hide the direct line-of-sight to the LEDs when powered on. The kit comes with a number of clips for holding cables in place. I would have liked a higher count of the different types, but with some planning I came up with a solution that worked well.
There are a handful of adhesive strips along with plastic brackets and metal screws that can be used for mounting the lights. I used the brackets for better longevity.
I now have 5 shelves illuminated with these lights, and I don't see any cables or light sources unless I view the shelves from sharp angles.
--- My setup ---
The connections in my setup are:
outlet > smart plug (separate product) > power adapter > power switch > dimmer switch > light 1 > connector 1 > light 2 > connector 2 > light 3 > connector 3 > light 4 > connector 4 > light 5 > light 6 > dangling unused connector
The power switch turns the whole thing on and off. The dimmer switch can also turn off the light, so the power switch isn't necessary. I keep it connected for the convenience of a quick power off. Otherwise I'd have to rotate the dial down to 0 brightness, then off. I keep both powered on at all times. This allows me to use apps and voice commands with the smart plug to turn on the lights in the shelf. It'd be nice if I could dim with "smart" devices, but I'm fine with the physical knob.
The kit comes with plastic brackets that can latch onto the LED panels. There are little screws that can be used to attach the brackets to a surface. I screwed these brackets into the undersides of my shelves. I then clipped the lights into place. I used the small adhesive clips and the adjustable loop clips to hold the connectors in place, out of sight.
The final light has a connector piece dangling from it, so I used some blu tack to hold it out of sight. I tried blu tack with some of the wiring, but I found it's not very effective. The clips that come with the kit are much more effective. I did hold the power adapter and switches in place with some blu tack. I've settled on the position of the lights, so screwing in the brackets was a good solution. For the power components, I like the flexibility with being able to move some of that around later, so the putty was preferred there.
Overall, it took me quite a while to plan out how to install the lights and then execute the plan, but I'm pretty happy with how it looked in the end. I'm still putting together some things with the shelves, so I don't have any photos currently for the review. I may add some later.
| Brand | Litever |
|---|---|
| Color | Black Cable-Daylight White 5000K |
| Material | Plastic end caps, PC diffusers, Aluminum |
| Style | Modern |
| Light fixture form | Wall |
| Room Type | Kitchen |
| Product Dimensions | 11.93"L x 0.98"W x 0.39"H |
| Specific Uses For Product | Under / Above Kitchen Cabinet Lighting, Any Under Cabinet Lighting, Shelf Lighting, Counter Lighting |
| Indoor/Outdoor Usage | Indoor |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Special Feature | Super bright, Nice clean soft even light. No LED dots. No light glaring., Plug in or hardwired/corded optional, Stepless 0~100% dimming with included LED dimmer, Easy to Install. Plug and play |
| Control Method | App |
| Light Source Type | LED |
| Finish Type | Natural Anodised |
| Shade Material | Polycarbonate |
| Number of Light Sources | 6 |
| Voltage | 120 Volts |
| Shape | Linear |
| Included Components | Power Supply, Dimmer, Extension Cables, Mounting Clips, Screws, Self-adhesive pads |
| Lighting Method | Up/Down Light |
| Item Weight | 2.72 ounces |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Wattage | 31 watts |
| Switch Type | Rotary |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Brightness | 2000 Lumen |
| Mounting Type | Surface mounting |
| Shade Color | White |
| Fixture Type | Non Removable |
| Assembly Required | Yes |
| Model Name | Under Cabinet LED Light Bars--6 Bars Kit-5000K |
| Manufacturer | Litelife |
| Part Number | LL-008-6P |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Item model number | LL-008-6P |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Area Lighting Classification | IP20 |
| Collection | 6 Pack Super Bright Kitchen Cabinet LED Lighting Kits |
| Finish types | Natural Anodised |
| Special Features | Super bright, Nice clean soft even light. No LED dots. No light glaring., Plug in or hardwired/corded optional, Stepless 0~100% dimming with included LED dimmer, Easy to Install. Plug and play |
| Plug Format | Standard US plug |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Wattage | 31 Watts |
| Incandescent equivalent | 200 Watts |
| Color Temperature | 5000 Kelvin |
| Color Rendering Index (CRI) | 80.00 |
| Lumen Maintenance Factor at the End of Life | 0.7 |
