6Rainbow Strip Light
In this chapter we’ll use an RGB LED strip light to create a decorative ambient strip of rainbow colors.
PARTS REQUIRED
Arduino board
Solid-core wires
RGB LED strip (WS2812B 5V 32-LED strip)
LIBRARY REQUIRED
PololuLedStrip
HOW IT WORKS
LED strip lights are often used to create ambiance as a decorative feature, such as backlighting for a TV or lighting beneath kitchen cabinets. They are low-powered, typically between 5 and 12 volts, so they’re easy to install anywhere with their own power supply—and they look good too!
Strip ...
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