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Add Bright Animated Lighting with NeoPixel Ring 16 x 5050 RGB LED with Integrated Drivers

The NeoPixel Ring 16 x 5050 RGB LED with Integrated Drivers is an addressable LED product made for colorful effects, indicators, wearables, art builds, and interactive electronics. It is a strong pick when you want animated light patterns, per-pixel control, or vivid RGB output.

Addressable LEDs are popular in maker builds because they let you create eye-catching lighting with a single data line on many models. They pair well with Arduino, ESP32, and custom controller projects.

Addressable LEDs can draw more current as LED count and brightness go up. Plan your power source and wiring based on the number of LEDs in your build.

Why you'll love it

  • Diameter: 44.5mm
  • Thickness: 3.5mm
  • Weight: 4.6g
  • Input voltage: 5V
  • Power consumption: 60mA per LED (960mA total for the ring)

What you can build

Use it for wearables, RGB signs, decorative builds, notifications, indicators, gaming setups, robotics lighting, and creative installations.

Starter bundles

Pair it with ESP32, Arduino, power supplies, and resistors for a safer and cleaner LED setup.

Recommended add-ons

Helpful add-ons include diffusers, enclosures, jumper wires, and battery packs for portable effects.

Technical specifications

Product NeoPixel Ring 16 x 5050 RGB LED with Integrated Drivers
Display resolution / matrix 16x5050
Interface SPI, Single-wire digital
Driver / controller WS2812
Color / light type RGB
Platform fit Raspberry Pi, Arduino
Diameter 44.5mm
Thickness 3.5mm
Weight 4.6g
Input voltage 5V

Pinout & usage notes

Check the required data protocol, supply voltage, and controller support before wiring. For larger builds, use proper power injection and common ground practice.

What’s in the box

1 × LED module / strip / ring / pack as named in the title.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I control this with Arduino? Yes. Addressable LED products are commonly used with Arduino and ESP32 boards.
Do I need a separate power supply? For larger LED counts or brighter output, many builds do need a suitable external power source.
Can I make animations with this? Yes. This type of LED is widely used for moving effects, color patterns, and interactive lighting.
Is this good for decorative builds? Yes. It works well for signs, wearables, props, and visual effects.

Build with this board

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Notes from the bench

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Ask the community

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