Special Beam Angle LED Strips Light

SMD2835 30 & 60 degree beam angle LED strip, for wall washer

SMD6060 160 degree beam angle LED strip, with integrated lens, for backlighting

Why Beam Angle Matters in Architectural & Display LED Strip Lighting

A light beam angle refers to the spread of light emitted from an LED source, measured in degrees. It determines whether the light is narrow and focused—such as 15°–40°—or wide and diffused, such as 90°–120°. This characteristic directly impacts how light interacts with surfaces, objects, and spatial layouts.

While a standard 120° beam angle is suitable for general illumination like cove lighting or ambient backlighting, it’s not ideal for focused lighting scenarios.

In architectural facades, retail display shelving, and backlit signage, the ability to control light direction with precision is far more valuable than wide light spread. That’s where beam angle-optimized LED strip lights truly shine.

By choosing strips with a tailored beam angle—such as 30°, 60°, or ultra-wide 160°—lighting designers and OEM clients can:

Focus light exactly where it’s needed

Minimize glare and spill

Highlight architectural textures or product features

Achieve dot-free, uniform backlighting with fewer LEDs

This diagram illustrates how beam angle affects light spread and intensity. Narrow angles (e.g., 15°–40°) deliver focused, long-throw beams suitable for grazing or spotlighting, while wider angles (e.g., 90°–160°) offer broader ambient coverage.

Standard vs. Narrow vs. Ultra-Wide Beam Angles: What’s the Real Difference?

Most LED strips use a standard 120° beam angle, which casts wide, general-purpose light—great for ambient backlighting, but not ideal for focused or directional needs.
Special beam angles, such as 30°, 60°, and ultra-wide 160°, are designed using optical lenses or chip-tilting techniques to reshape the light distribution. These custom beams allow lighting professionals to:

Direct light precisely where needed

Avoid light spill and glare

Create cleaner highlights on walls or shelves

Achieve uniform backlighting with fewer LEDs

Beam Type	Beam Angle	Light Spread	Best for
Standard Beam	120°	Wide & general	Cove, ambient, indirect lighting
Narrow Beam	30° / 60°	Focused, directional	Wall grazing, columns, shelves
Ultra-Wide	160°	Soft & even	Signage, stretch ceilings

By choosing the right beam angle, you gain better optical efficiency, system cost control, and aesthetically clean lighting effects.

The image below shows how a standard 120° LED strip casts wide, diffused light across the wall, while the 60° strip delivers a focused, tighter beam—ideal for wall grazing and precise highlights.

Technical Highlights: 30°, 60°, and 160° Beam LED Strip Lights Compared

Beam angle LED strips are not just lights—they are optical precision tools engineered for targeted illumination, energy savings, and consistent results in demanding environments.

In this section, we’ll explore the core technical specs and real-world advantages of the three most commonly used beam types: 30°, 60°, and 160°.

Each is designed for a different purpose—whether you’re grazing textured walls, enhancing display shelves, or achieving dot-free uniformity in backlit panels. Let’s break down what sets each one apart.

1. 30° & 60° Narrow Beam LED Strips: For Wall Grazing & Focused Display Lighting

When your lighting project calls for focused, clean-cut illumination, narrow beam LED strips offer the perfect solution. Available in 30° and 60° options, these strips are engineered for targeted applications that require precise light projection without spill or glare.

The 30° beam provides a tight, concentrated throw—ideal for wall grazing, façade accents, and vertical architectural lines. It’s especially effective at bringing out textures on stone, brick, or patterned surfaces.

The 60° version offers a balanced directional beam with slightly wider spread, making it well-suited for retail shelves, product displays, and highlight zones where both visibility and contrast are important.

Both variants are commonly used in architectural, hospitality, and display lighting projects where control and elegance go hand in hand.

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Specification

Model	FQX10T120C	Efficiency	95lm/w±10%
Rated power	10W/20W	Beam angle	30°/ 60°
Input voltage	DC24V	LED type	SMD2835 120LED/M
Color	3000K/ 4000K/6500K	IP rate	IP20
CRI	Ra 90	Working temp	-20℃~40℃

Key Advantages

The 30° beam delivers maximum intensity in a narrow path, making it ideal for architectural wall grazing, linear edge lighting, and highlighting tall surfaces or building outlines with clean contrast.

The 60° beam offers a balanced directional throw—perfect for retail displays, alcove lighting, or any space where focused visibility meets aesthetic comfort.

Test Reports & IES Files: Verifying Beam Strip Performance

To support lighting simulations and ensure photometric precision, all our 30° and 60° narrow beam LED strips undergo rigorous testing under controlled lab conditions.

We provide IES files and integrating sphere test reports based on a calibrated 0.5-meter, 5W sample. These reports include measurements of lumen output, CCT, CRI, and beam distribution—enabling lighting designers to run accurate previews in software like Dialux or AGi32.

Color consistency is equally critical in architectural and retail applications

All beam angle LED strips are produced with SDCM ≤ 3 binning tolerance, ensuring minimal color deviation between batches or segments—even in large installations. Learn more about what SDCM means for LED strip quality and visual uniformity. Whether you’re preparing a lighting concept or responding to a tender request, our verified photometric and chromatic data helps streamline your design and approval process.

Save Cost & Space: Narrow Beam Strips vs. Traditional Wall Washers

Compared to traditional 24W or 36W wall washer fixtures, narrow beam LED strips (30° & 60°) deliver similar—if not better—optical performance with half the power consumption.

They’re slim, lightweight, and install easily using adhesive backing or mounting clips. There’s no need for bulky brackets, reflectors, or complex wiring, which means lower material and labor costs.

For large architectural projects, this adds up to 40% savings across the system—covering hardware, power, installation time, and future maintenance.

Item	Narrow Beam LED Strip	Traditional Wall Washer
Unit Cost (1m)	$4–8 USD	$18–25 USD
Power Consumption	10W / 20W	24W / 36W
Installation Cost	Low (tape, clips, profile)	Higher (brackets, wiring, heavy body)
Optical Accessories	Integrated lens or tilted chip	External reflectors or optics
Maintenance/Replacement	Easy (modular, cuttable)	Requires full fixture replacement

While narrow beam LED strips offer a compact and cost-effective solution for many wall grazing applications, traditional wall washers still have their place—especially in high-output, long-throw, or dynamic architectural lighting environments.

Want to explore how traditional wall washers work and when they’re still the right choice? Dive into these expert guides.

– What Is a Flex LED Wall Washer? : Learn how flexible wall washers adapt to curved facades and irregular surfaces.

– DMX Wall Washer vs. Pixel Tube Comparison: Compare traditional DMX wall washers with pixel-controlled linear lights.

– Top Wall Washer Factories in China (for OEM Projects) : Discover trusted manufacturers offering customizable solutions for façade and exterior lighting projects.

2. 160° Wide Angle LED Strip Lights for Seamless Signage & Lightboxes

Designed for broad, even light diffusion, wide beam LED strip lights are the go-to solution for projects that require shadow-free and dot-free results, especially when paired with diffusers or backlight panels.

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Specification

Model	FAX10T060C	Efficiency	100±10%lm /W
Rated power	10W/20W	Beam angle	160°
Input voltage	DC24V	LED type	SMD6060 60LED/M
Color	3000K/ 4000K/6500K	IP rate	IP20
CRI	Ra 90	Working temp	-20℃~40℃

Key Advantages

Extremely wide angle ensures even light distribution with fewer LED strips

Perfect for backlit advertising signs, light guide plates, or supermarket shelves

Reduces dark spots and hotspots when installed behind diffusers or acrylic panels

More Efficient Than Traditional Backlight Bars or Modules

Modular LED bars and rigid backlight systems often require close spacing or specialized optics to reduce dark spots. By contrast, 160° wide-beam LED strips provide natural light diffusion across large surface areas—especially when combined with a diffuser panel. The result is a clean, uniform backlight with less material, easier installation, and up to 30% cost savings in commercial signage and stretch ceiling applications.

Item	160° Wide Beam LED Strip	Backlight Modules / LED Bars
Unit Cost (1m)	$3-7 USD	$13–18 USD
Power Consumption	10W / 20W	12W – 30W per square meter
Installation Cost	Low (tape, clips, profile)	Medium to High (frames, brackets)
Optical Accessories	None required (native 160°)	Often needs lens or diffusion
Maintenance/Replacement	Easy (modular, cuttable)	Moderate (panel/unit replacement)

Want to learn how to select the right rigid LED strip for signage projects?

Read our full guide on choosing LED strips for advertising light boxes and Browse our LED signage lighting products.

How to Install & Control Beam Angle LED Strips (30°/60°/160°)

Compatible with Various LED Profiles

Beam angle LED strips typically feature compact PCB widths (10mm or 12mm), allowing for easy installation into standard aluminum LED channels, such as:

Recessed linear profiles for cove and indirect lighting

Surface-mounted U-channels for cabinets and displays

Corner-mount extrusions for angled light output

Trimless architectural profiles for invisible integration

They support both frosted and clear PMMA/PC covers, and can be fitted with snap-in lenses or tilted aluminum reflectors to further refine beam direction. Explore compatible LED aluminum profiles here.

Mounting options include 3M adhesive backing, clip-on brackets, and magnetic fasteners for metal surfaces.

Ready for Professional Lighting Control Systems

Beam angle LED strips are compatible with a wide range of low-voltage lighting protocols, including:

PWM dimming (0–10V, 12–24V input)

DMX512 digital control for synchronized façade lighting

DALI 2.0 protocol for commercial building management systems

Optional RF/Zigbee/Casambi support for wireless smart lighting This makes them suitable for integration with leading controllers such as Madrix, Artnet, Pharos, or Casambi nodes, commonly used in both indoor and outdoor lighting projects. Want to know how DMX integrates with KNX building systems?

Easy Wiring & Safe Low-Voltage Operation

Designed for 12V or 24V DC input, beam angle LED strips feature:

Safe low-voltage operation (ELV-compliant)

Flexible wiring using 2-pin (single color), 3-pin (CCT/RGB), or 4-pin (RGBW) connectors

Cuttable sections at 3–6 LED intervals for precise length adjustments

Max run lengths up to 5–10 meters depending on voltage and wattage Their low power consumption and reduced heat output make them ideal for close-proximity installations in sign boxes, display cases, and architectural coves.

Modular System Integration

The strips are designed to work in modular systems, enabling:

Easy replacements or upgrades without removing full profiles

Compatibility with plug-and-play wiring harnesses

Fast integration into pre-wired architectural lighting modules

Flexible adaptation to different control zones (RGB, single CCT, tunable white)

This modularity benefits OEM partners, lighting brands, and contractors seeking fast deployment and minimal maintenance.

Tip: Use 30° or 60° beam LED strips inside black anodized corner profiles for architectural grazing effects without visible light source exposure.

Application Scenarios: Matching Beam Angles to Real-World Projects

Beam angle is one of the most critical optical parameters when selecting LED strip lights for professional applications. Choosing the right beam angle ensures that light is directed exactly where it’s needed—whether that’s creating drama on a textured wall, highlighting retail merchandise, or delivering dot-free backlighting.

Below is a breakdown of how narrow-beam (30°/60°) and ultra-wide (160°) LED strip lights perform in common project environments.

1. 30° / 60° Narrow Beam Angle – Focused Lighting for Walls, Columns & Displays

Typical Applications

Architectural wall grazing on stone, brick, or louvered façades

Vertical column lighting in hotels, theaters, or museums

Linear outlining of buildings, bridges, or signage frames

Retail shelf lighting with targeted product emphasis

Feature walls in restaurants, bars, or hospitality environments

Exhibition booths and POS displays requiring strong visual focus

Why it works: Narrow beam angles (30°/60°) produce focused, high-intensity light with minimal side spill.

30° is ideal for long-throw, dramatic effects on textured surfaces

60° offers a softer directional beam, great for product highlighting and accent lines
These beams are ideal when contrast, visibility, and control matter most.

2. 160° Ultra-Wide Beam Angle – Uniform Illumination for Backlighting

Typical Applications:

LED lightboxes for retail signs, menu boards, and ad displays

Backlit signage and logos with acrylic, glass, or stretch fabric

Stretch ceiling lighting in showrooms, lobbies, or restaurants

Cove lighting where a soft, uniform glow is desired

Why it works: The ultra-wide 160° beam distributes light evenly across surfaces, minimizing shadows and hotspots. When paired with opal or frosted diffusers, it creates a truly dot-free backlighting effect—ideal for high-end commercial visuals and branding.

3. Quick Reference Table

Beam Angle	Lighting Effect	Best Application Types
30° / 60°	Focused, narrow, high contrast	Wall grazing, product displays, architectural accents
160°	Soft, ultra-wide, fully diffused	Lightboxes, backlit logos, stretch ceilings

Beam Angle LED Strip Certifications for Global Markets

When sourcing LED strip lights for international projects, certifications and photometric validation are just as important as technical specs. Whether you’re an OEM brand, lighting designer, or project contractor, you need confidence that the products meet performance standards and regional regulations.

Our beam angle LED strip lights—both narrow-beam (30°, 60°) and ultra-wide 160°—are manufactured to meet the demands of high-end commercial and architectural applications worldwide.

Global Certifications Available

All beam angle LED strip products can be supplied with the following certifications:

CE & RoHS (Europe): Ensures electrical safety and environmental compliance

UL/cUL (North America): Optional for 24VDC low-voltage indoor/outdoor models

TUV, LVD/EMC, and EN62471: Verifying photobiological safety and electromagnetic compatibility

REACH & SGS test reports: Available for project documentation and eco-compliance

These certifications make our strips suitable for export to Europe, North America, Australia, and Middle East markets.

Verified Photometric Data

We provide detailed photometric and color consistency test reports to support lighting design, engineering approvals, and tender submissions:

IES files (.ies/.ldt) for simulation in Dialux, AGi32, and Relux

Integrating sphere test reports showing lumen output, CCT, and CRI

SDCM ≤ 3 binning accuracy for consistent color in all beam angles

CRI > 80 / >90 options for retail, gallery, or display applications

Sample files and full reports can be shared upon request for project validation or lighting simulation.

OEM Documentation Support

For lighting brands, distributors, or custom fixture integrators, we offer:

Private-label test reports (with your logo)

Custom SKUs with bundled certification files

Technical datasheets & CAD files for design teams

Inspection records & delivery certificates for project contractors

Need LM-80, TM-30, or full system validation? We’re ready to support your spec-grade documentation needs.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Conclusion

30° and 60° narrow-beam LED strips are ideal for precise wall grazing and accent lighting, while 160° ultra-wide beam strips deliver smooth, uniform backlighting. Each serves a distinct role in architectural, retail, or signage applications.

Looking for high-performance, beam-specific LED strip lights? Contact us for samples, pricing, or technical support.