8-year test result of outdoor sign pixel LEDs

Over 8 years ago I fitted some outdoor plastic planters with strings of Chinese sign pixels (single colour LED studs) and a small solar panel. It looked great, but the solar panel assemblies turned out to be far less reliable than the LEDs.

This video shows a section of the LEDs after over 8 years of continuous exposure to sun, rain and frost.

Here's a typical listing on eBay:-
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/283318211497
Typical keywords are:- 50pcs led sign pixels 5v
Target price around £$€ 6.

There are two types. 5V and 12V. Both will be the same intensity and draw the same current, but the 12V version will effectively use over twice as much power.

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