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Strip to Strip
Continue the Run.
Connect compatible LED strip sections directly. A straightforward option when a temporary display or test setup needs a continuous strip connection.
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Hippo LED Strip Connectors
Fit. Click.
Connect.
Solderless LED strip connections.
Made for the moment.
Join compatible LED strips or connect strip to cable with Hippo’s secure push-fit design. Find the right fit for single colour, colour temperature, RGB and RGBW tape.
Ideal for temporary installations. For permanent work, we recommend soldering.
The Connection, Close Up01 / Hippo
No Solder.A practical connection for temporary installations.
Fast, Solderless Connections 8mm, 10mm and 12mm Options Supplied in Packs of 10
01 / Make the Right Connection
Two Formats.
One Practical Solution.
Join LED tape or introduce a cable connection without soldering. Choose strip-to-strip for a direct join, or strip-to-wire when your installation needs a cable connection.
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Strip to Wire
Bridge the Gap.
Bring a cable into your LED strip circuit. Use the appropriate connector to link compatible tape to wiring for a driver or receiver, or to route a cable between strip sections.
Shop Strip-to-Wire ConnectorsMade for Fast-Moving Briefs. Temporary exhibitions, short-term retail displays, demonstrations and test installations.
Specify the Whole Connection.
16Variants
Two connection formats.
A considered range of options.
02 / Shop the Hippo Range
Your Strip.
Your Connector.
Select your strip type, width and pin count, then choose your connection. Open any product below for current pricing, availability and full specifications. Every option is supplied in a pack of 10.
Filter by Size
Filter by Type
01 / IP20
Single Colour
8mm / 2 Pins
02 / IP20
Single Colour
10mm / 2 Pins
03 / IP20
Colour Temperature
12mm / 3 Pins
04 / IP20
RGB
10mm / 4 Pins
05 / IP20
RGBW
12mm / 5 Pins
06 / IP54
Single Colour
8mm / 2 Pins
07 / IP54
Single Colour
10mm / 2 Pins
08 / IP65 / IP54
RGB
10mm / 4 Pins
Check the individual product specification before ordering. An IP-rated connector does not, by itself, establish the protection of the finished installation. The final RGB pair has different listed IP ratings: IP65 for strip-to-strip and IP54 for strip-to-wire.
Check Compatibility03 / How to Fit a Hippo Connector
Open. Align.
Press to Connect.
Isolate the power first. Confirm that the connector matches the LED strip width, pin count and colour format, then make every contact before closing the clip.
Check Before You Close. Hippo connectors cannot be reopened once fully secured.
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01Open the Strip Side
Lift the clear strip-side lid and check that the metal contacts are clean, straight and unobstructed.
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02Align the Contacts
Position the strip so its copper pads line up with the connector contacts. Match every polarity or channel marking.
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03Insert the Strip Fully
Slide the strip straight into the guide until the copper pads sit beneath the contacts. Keep the strip flat and centred.
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04Press the Lid Closed
Press evenly until the lid is fully seated. Check that the strip has not moved, then test the connection before installation.
For Strip to Strip
Repeat on the Second Side
Fit the first strip using steps 1–4. Turn to the second half, align the matching strip with the same polarity and channel order, then repeat the process.
For Strip to Wire
Secure the Cable Side
Check the cable order and that each conductor is fully located. Apply even pressure with flat-jawed pliers until the cable-side cap is fully seated, taking care not to crush the housing.
Both Formats: Give each fitted side a light pull, confirm polarity and channel order, then reconnect power and test before fixing the strip in place.
Choose Your Connector04 / The Detail Makes the Difference
A Fast Fit.
The Right Fit.
Choose once. Fit with confidence. Before you close the connector, check these four details against the LED strip and cable you plan to use.
Choose Your ConnectorPlanning a Permanent Installation?
We recommend soldering directly to the PCB pads for long-term applications. Hippo connectors are intended as a convenient solution for temporary work, and cannot be reopened once closed.
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Start with the Strip
Match the PCB width, colour configuration and pin count. A connector for single-colour tape is not interchangeable with an RGB or RGBW version.
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Check the Contact Space
The pins need suitable circuit-board contact space. Our 8mm IP20 strip-to-wire model, 100.814, is not suitable for strips with more than 60 LEDs per metre. Confirm the requirements of your selected model.
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Confirm the Cable and Load
Check cable size and current against the chosen product’s specification. For example, 100.814 accepts 0.34–0.78mm² wire and has a maximum total load of 5A. These are model-specific values.
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Consider the Environment
IP20 models are for dry indoor connections. For IP54 or IP65 options, check strip construction, sealing requirements and the protection of the complete installation before fitting.
Before fitting, isolate the power and check polarity, alignment and the instructions for your chosen connector. Make every selection against the actual project specification.
05 / Hippo Questions, Answered
Before You
Connect.
The details that help you choose, fit and use your Hippo connectors.
Shop the RangeWhat Is a Hippo LED Strip Connector?
It is a solderless, push-fit connector for compatible LED tape. Strip-to-strip versions join tape sections directly; strip-to-wire versions connect tape to cable. Closing the connector secures the connection, so confirm compatibility and alignment before fitting.
Are Hippo Connectors Suitable for Permanent Installations?
We recommend them for temporary installations, testing and short-term setups. For permanent or long-term work, our recommendation is to solder directly to the strip’s PCB pads.
Can I Reopen or Reuse a Hippo Connector?
No. Once closed, the connector cannot be reopened. Check the strip, cable, polarity and position before completing the connection, and plan for a new connector if the arrangement changes.
Will They Fit Every LED Strip?
No. Width and pin count are only part of the specification. PCB layout, contact space, LED density, cable size and current all need checking. Send our technical team your strip’s product code and the connector you are considering for advice.
Which IP Rating Should I Specify?
The range includes IP20, IP54 and one listed IP65 strip-to-strip option. IP20 is for dry indoor use. For other environments, check the individual connector specification and how the complete connection will be protected. Do not assume that an IP-rated component makes the finished assembly waterproof.
How Many Connectors Are in a Pack?
Each listed Hippo connector is supplied in a pack of 10. Choose the product code that matches your strip width, pin configuration, connection format and required IP rating.
Hippo Connector Support
Ready to Make the Right Connection?
Shop the full Hippo range or speak to our team for help matching the connector to your LED strip, width, pin count and installation.