Which LED Light Rope Is Correct For Solera Awning On RV?

Question:

Current LED rope light set is 14 ft length and powered directly by 12v DC wire lead. Color a bluish white. Rope is 1/4inch diameter and ed into spare awning track at the RV wall. What product do I need to replace current set? I plan to directly wire the product set to the current 12vdc wiring. Answers above add confusion where 1 5v DC is noted - Is the direct wiring of 12v DC OK or not? 2 different products can be cut and others can not. Which products are available. What are prices

asked by: Chet L

Expert Reply:

The Valterra Mini Rope Light for RV Awning Utility Slot - LED - 16' Long - White # A30-0625VP uses a 120v plug, which is not what you are looking for it sounds like. For a setup that hooks up to a 2-wire 12v circuit like the one you currently have, there are a few options to look at.

It sounds like your spare awning track is the track made for light strips like LED Fabric Light Kit with Switch/Plate for Solera RV Awning - 15' Long # LC674282. This is made to fit into the light track on a Solera Awning and it measures 15 feet long but can be trimmed to size if necessary. This will wire up to your 2-wire 12v circuit and provide white light. Prices are shown on the product listing page; click on the part link.

expert reply by: Andrew N