UltraBright™ Verity SOB Diffused LED Strip
Designed for projects that demand visual comfort, uncompromising performance, and a low-profile, sleek installation, this SOB LED strip delivers a smooth, continuous line of light without the need for a separate diffuser or aluminum channel. Its integrated silicone cover creates a dotless appearance with minimal light loss, while also providing an easy-to-clean, dust-resistant surface suited for everyday environments.
Developed to combine the efficiency and output of traditional SMD strip lighting with the refined look of COB technology, this series bridges the gap between premium architectural aesthetics and practical functionality. From modern kitchens and offices to retail displays, shelving, and creative linear accents, it provides comfortable illumination—without hotspots or glare!—that feels as good as it looks.
With medium-high brightness and full-range dimming, this diffused LED strip transitions effortlessly from bright task lighting to subtle decorative accents, giving designers, contractors, and homeowners the flexibility to shape spaces that are both functional and inviting.
Great Features, Real Benefits
Premium Diffusion
Dotless, perfect for direct lighting—no diffuser needed
~400 lm/ft
High brightness for outdoor tasks and ambient applications
CRI 93+
Accurate, true-to-life colors
32-ft Max Run in Series
Longer runs, cleaner installs
Brightness Level
At 416 lumens per foot, this powerful strip delivers the brightness needed for task lighting and everyday activities. Its built-in diffusion creates a smooth, uninterrupted appearance with little to no sacrifice in light output, and when paired with a compatible controller, it can also be dimmed to meet lower light requirements—helping create more comfortable settings while saving energy and maximizing its lifespan.
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Engineered for fully diffused, uniform static white illumination, this SOB LED strip delivers clean, refined light suited for indirect or direct-view applications, visual comfort, and sleek linear installations. With dependable brightness, precise color rendering, and no dots in sight, it’s easy to move forward with projects like these:
Task Lights for Homes, Hospitality & Business
Designed for focused illumination where both clarity and diffusion matter most, this strip integrates easily into under-cabinet kitchen lighting above reflective backsplashes, office stations and reception desks with glossy finishes, vanity mirror perimeters surrounded by tile, and similar applications. Its sleek, dotless appearance supports food preparation, detailed work, grooming routines, and point-of-sale stations without visible hotspots.
Signage Lighting & Retail Store Lights
Ideal for branded environments and display spaces, this strip provides uniform illumination for channel letters and lightboxes, ensuring translucent faces remain free of distracting LED points. It also excels in open shelving, feature walls, and gondolas with visible lighting or polished finishes, where its diffusion helps reduce glare and improve visual comfort for customers and staff alike.
General Room Illumination
Whether installed along perimeter ceiling coves or floating shelves, this strip eliminates distracting hotspots reflected on walls and other nearby surfaces in indirect applications, delivering balanced ambient light for bedrooms, living spaces, and guest accommodations. Its integrated diffusion creates a continuous, comfortable glow that blends effortlessly with decorative fixtures in installations where the strip itself remains visible, such as along headboards and inside cubbies.
Office Lighting & Flexible Workspace Design
For commercial offices and home workspaces alike, this strip adapts easily to changing layouts by integrating into ceiling details, workstation undersides, shelving systems, collaborative areas, and exposed linear features. Its plain, even illumination supports visual comfort, reduces glare, and contributes to well-balanced ambient lighting strategies designed for productivity and flexibility.
Technical Details
| Color | White |
|---|---|
| Voltage | 24V DC |
| Wattage | 4 W/ft (13.1 W/m) |
| Brightness | Up to 432 lm/ft |
| Efficacy | Up to 107 lm/W |
| CRI | Up to 93 |
| Beam Angle | 120° |
| Dimmable | Yes |
| Max Run in Series | 32 ft (10 m) |
| Width | ½ in (10 mm) |
| Height | ⅛ in (3 mm) |
| Number of LEDs | 97 LEDs/ft (320 LEDs/m) |
| PCB | 3 oz copper |
| Adhesive Type | 3M 300LSE 9495 |
| Cutting Points | 1 in (25 mm) |
| Environment | Indoor, Dry Locations (IP20-rated) |
| Ambient Temperature | -4 °F to 104 °F (-20 °C to 40 °C) |
| Operating Temperature | -4 °F to 140 °F (-20 °C to 60 °C) |
| Warranty | 7 Years |
| Compliance | UL Listed (cULus) E362522, CE, RoHS |
Compare Available Versions
| Product SKU | CCT | Brightness | Luminous Efficacy | CRI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UB-VE-30K | 3000K | 399 lm/ft (1,310 lm/m) | 94 lm/W | 93 |
| UB-VE-50K | 5000K | 432 lm/ft (1,417 lm/m) | 107 lm/W | 93 |
Technical Documents
Installation Guides
Dimensions
Certifications
This product includes the LED strip only, so a few additional pieces are needed to get everything up and running. You’ll need a compatible power supply and a control method, and you may choose to add an aluminum channel for a more finished look, added protection, or improved heat management, along with solderless connectors for an easier install:
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UltraBright™ Verity SOB Diffused LED Strip Light FAQ:
SOB stands for SMD (Surface Mount Diode) On Board. It's a more advanced LED strip technology than older COB strips, designed to deliver professional-quality lighting for your home or business.
Each LED is individually packaged and protected with a diffusing cover. This gives you smooth, even light without visible LED dots—even when light reflects off shiny surfaces. You get a cleaner, more professional appearance that works beautifully in any room.
No, the Verity SOB Diffused Strip is an SOB strip. COB strips have LED chips mounted directly on the PCB and covered with yellow phosphor-infused silicone. This creates a yellow finish and produces a yellow halo effect when turned on—even visible on aluminum channels when the lights are off.
The Verity SOB strip is different. The phosphor is incorporated into each individual SMD package, allowing the outer silicone coating to remain white. You get smooth, even lighting without the yellow discoloration. It's better technology, better appearance, and better performance.
SOB strips excel in direct-view applications where the light source is exposed, and visual comfort is important. They are commonly used for under-cabinet task lighting, mirror perimeters, stair treads and nosings, floating vanities, handrails, retail shelving, display cases, and decorative linear elements designed to be seen as much as they are to illuminate.
They are equally beneficial in indirect applications, where their integrated diffusion helps prevent distracting hotspots and reflections from appearing on nearby walls, glossy finishes, glass, and polished surfaces.
No. Unlike COB strips, which have phosphor-infused yellow silicone that creates a visible yellow halo when lit, SOB have the phosphor incorporated into each individual SMD package, so they use white silicone. This means you won't see the yellow halo both when illuminated and when turned off.
No, these strips are fully diffused, so you don't need to purchase or install additional diffusers or covers. This makes installation simpler and more cost-effective.
Marginally. The integrated diffusion is designed to produce its sleek, dot-free appearance while minimizing light loss, allowing the strip to maintain most of its original brightness.
Yes. Their smooth silicone surface can be easily wiped clean, making them a practical option for kitchen nooks and other installation locations prone to residue and surface buildup.
No. While the silicone coating helps create a smooth, dotless appearance and provides some protection against dust and debris, the strip is not fully protected against the elements. Only versions specifically tested and listed as IP65-rated are designed for use in outdoor or wet environments. Always check the product's IP rating and specifications to ensure it is suitable for your application.
Yes. Installation is largely the same as with standard LED strip lights. SOB strips can be cut at designated cut points, mounted using their adhesive backing, connected to compatible power supplies and controllers, and dimmed when paired with suitable controls.
Yes, you can use our solderless grip connectors for single-color strips. Please note that screw terminal connectors are not compatible with these strips because of the diffuser.
While a channel isn't required, these strips are compatible with standard channels or extrusions compatible with 10-mm-wide LED strip lights.
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