RGB SMD 5050 Common Anode LED Kit – 5 Pieces

Description

What it is

The RGB SMD 5050 Common Anode Kit – 5 Pieces is a set of 5 RGB SMD 5050 LEDs with common anode. Each LED can be individually controlled to produce a wide range of colors.

Features

• 5 RGB SMD 5050 LEDs
• Common Anode
• SKU: ARD0011133
• Price: 1.97 €

What it is for

This kit is ideal for electronic projects requiring dynamic multi-color lighting, such as displays, light signals, and artistic installations. Compatibility with Arduino and ESP32 allows for the creation of interactive and customized projects.

Tutorial: How to use RGB SMD 5050 Common Anode Kit – 5 Pieces

This RGB LED kit is perfect for dynamic lighting and multi-color display projects. Suitable for beginners and intermediates.

What you need

• Arduino or microcontroller
• Current limiting resistor (100Ω-330Ω)
• Multimeter
• Pliers

Steps

1. 1. Check the specifications on the datasheet.
2. 2. Prepare the microcontroller and pliers.
3. 3. Connect the anode (longer pin) of each LED to a pin of the microcontroller.
4. 4. Connect the cathode (shorter pin) of each LED to a resistor.
5. 5. Connect the other end of the resistors to GND.
6. 6. Check the connections with the multimeter.
7. 7. Load a simple sketch to control the colors.
8. 8. Test the RGB colors.

Example code

```
#include <FastLED.h>

#define LED_PIN     6
#define LED_TYPE    WS2812
#define NUM_LEDS    5

CRGB leds[NUM_LEDS];

void setup() {
  FastLED.addLeds<LED_TYPE, LED_PIN, GRB>(leds, NUM_LEDS);
}

void loop() {
  for(int i = 0; i < 256; i++) {
    leds[0] = CRGB::Red * i;
    FastLED.show();
    delay(10);
  }
  for(int i = 255; i > 0; i--) {
    leds[0] = CRGB::Red * i;
    FastLED.show();
    delay(10);
  }
}
```

Mini project

Create a simple color display that gradually changes from red to black.

Common mistakes

• Connect the anode to VCC and the cathode to GND.
• Omit the current-limiting resistor.
• Connect all the anodes to the same pin of the microcontroller.
• Ignore the connection check.

Recommended accessories

• Microcontroller Arduino
• Resistors 100Ω-330Ω
• Power supply cable
• 16×2 LCD display

Frequently asked questions

Can I use a different power supply than 5V?
Check the datasheet for the maximum supply voltage.

How many LEDs can I connect?
Check the datasheet for the maximum capacity of the microcontroller.

How can I change the colors?
Use the FastLED code or another RGB code framework.