In this Instructable, I will be taking you through the steps of how to use and manage your LED strips by building a control interface.

I have had a lot of fun with these lights as I am sure you will too. If you like this instructable, please be sure to vote for it in the Lighting Challenge!

With this controller, the user will be able to select different colors as well as actions such as blink, fade, and chase to their LED strip. The applications and adaptations are endless. Enjoy 🙂

Safety Considerations: when soldering, make sure to work in a well-ventilated area with a proper mat and safety glasses. Also, ensure the use of proper PPE when working with different tools throughout this tutorial.

*Other notes: This project does not include the housing but rather the circuit, code, and general interface. This gives you the freedom to design the housing as you see fit 🙂