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Gradient - BLACK Splitter | CONTROL BOX > Starter & Extension

Gradient - BLACK Splitter | CONTROL BOX > Starter & Extension

Y Splitter Cable for Philips Hue Gradient LightStrip
Compatibility
There are 5 versions of Philips Hue LightStrip, many with differing connectors.  There are 3 revisions of Lightstrip Plus, there is Gradient Lightstrip and also a Solo Lightstrip.  Most versions have 2 different sized connectors, the Control Box socket and the LightStrip Extension connector, making 3 different cable combinations for each of the 5 versions.  That’s 15 different cables, plus splitters.

As all these cables are made to order, please ensure this cable is compatible with your LightStrip and connects between your intended sockets/connectors.


Control Box
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Starter LightStrip
Extension LightStrip
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Other Cables
This is a custom, made to order Y Splitter Cable for Philips Hue Gradient LightStrip that will allow to to run 2 Philips Hue Gradient LightStrip in parallel from the same control box.  With this cable you connect a 2m Starter LightStrip into one socket and a Extension LightStrip run into the other.

There are multiple scenarios for which these can be used.  For example, you may want to light under 2 different kitchen cupboards.

The gradient will be set by the longer of the 2 lightstrips. The Gradient will mirror the other LightStrip.  Each Lightstrip will start at the same colour and run in parallel with one another.  If a Lightstrip is shorter, it will only show the equivalent portion of the gradient.

This will not connect to any cut edges of LightStrip.

All of our Philips Hue Gradient LightStrip Cables, Leads and Extensions are made with the proper connectors for the Philips Hue Gradient LightStrip system.
Dimensions
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All of these cables are made to order, to the exact length you need.  If the size you need is not in the options, just purchase a length that will accommodate the length you would like, then drop us a note with your exact specification.  Length is from plug tip to socket tip, excluding any external pins.

Whilst other Philips LightStrips are controlled by power for each colour, Gradient LightStrips are controlled by data.  Data doesn't travel as far as power, so cable lengths for Gradient LightStrips are much more limited.  Cables should not be combined for this reason.

These cables will work fine for most setups, but for some longer length lightstrips there the may be difficulty.  There isn't a 100% formula as to what will and work work for each setup, this is one of the reasons you can return these free of charge if they don't work for your particular Setup.
Fitting Instructions
Please turn off the lightstrip at the wall before plugging these cables in.  This is because the Control Box calibrates to new cables and Extension LightStrips when powered on so it knows how far to spread the gradient.

Although the cable will plug into some connectors either way up, they will only work one way.  If it doesn't work, turn it off at the wall and plug it in the other way up.  It shouldn't damage the lightstrip if you plug it the wrong way up, as long as its not powered on for hours.

As Phillips didn't design these lightstrips with cables in mind, there is nothing for cables or lightstrips to clip and lock onto.  LightStrips only don't come loose because they are stuck in place.  In some situations you may need to secure the connections in place with insulation tape or heatshrink.
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