Technical Specifications for Parallel Pixel™ 9-RGBW

Parallel Pixel™ 9-RGBW is a 12V RGBW pixel LED module designed for integration into dynamic lighting systems.

Its architecture combines high-power LEDs, digital per-pixel control, four RGBW channels, and a data backup line for professional installations.

This product is designed for projects that require a technical solution capable of producing color, cool white, and programmable effects using the Pixel protocol.

General characteristics

Parameter	Value
Product	Parallel Pixel™ 9-RGBW
Settings	3 Pixel / 4CH RGBW
Dimensions	540 × 38 × 21 mm
Average voltage	12 V
Maximum power consumption	34 W (R + G + B + W)
Application	Decorative / dynamic
Number of LEDs	9 LEDs
Number of pixels	3
Channels per pixel	4CH RGBW
LED Color	RGB + White 7,000 K
Total lumens	≈ 1,830 lm
Efficiency	≈ 55 lm/W
Light beam	15º
Lifetime	36,000 h>
Maximum temperature	65 °C
Protection	IP44, indoor use
Protocol	GRB – SK6812_RGBW
Data Backup	Yes

RGBW Settings

Parallel Pixel™ 9-RGBW features four light channels per pixel:

Network
Green
Blue
White 7,000K

This configuration allows you to combine RGB color effects with an integrated cool white channel.

Channel	Lumen 9 LEDs approx.	Efficiency: approx.	Technical data	Power consumption
Network	414 lm	36 lm/W	630 nm	8.45 W
Green	594 lm	52 lm/W	520 nm	8.65 W
Blue	122 lm	11 lm/W	450 nm	8.15 W
White 7,000K	700 lm	77 lm/W	CRI 70	8 W

The approximate total luminous flux of the module is 1,830 lm with all channels active.

The CRI can range from 70 to 90 depending on the settings, so it should be evaluated based on the specific lighting scenario.

Pixel Architecture

Each Parallel Pixel™ 9-RGBW module contains 3 independent pixels.

Each pixel uses 4 RGBW channels, allowing for control of blocks of light within the system.

The technical structure of the module can be summarized as follows:

3 pixels per module
9 LEDs per module
3 LEDs per pixel
4 channels per pixel
RGBW Control
Pixel-Divisible Module
GRB Digital Protocol – SK6812_RGBW

This architecture allows the system to treat each block as a controllable unit within a Pixel installation.

GRB Protocol – SK6812_RGBW

Parallel Pixel™ 9-RGBW uses the GRB digital protocol – SK6812_RGBW.

This protocol defines the order in which channels are controlled and enables communication between the controller and the modules via a Pixel data signal.

The system works with:

Data Entry
Data Output
Backup line
12V Power Supply
GND

To ensure the signal is read correctly, the installation must follow the data direction indicated on the module.

Data Backup

Parallel Pixel™ 9-RGBW includes a data backup line.

This feature helps improve system continuity when a temporary failure occurs on the main data line.

In a non-redundant installation, an outage can affect the operation of subsequent modules.

Backed by data, the system provides an alternative means of maintaining signal transmission.

This point is particularly relevant in professional Pixel installations, where the continuity of the sequence is part of the system’s technical performance.

Module Dimensions

The Parallel Pixel™ 9-RGBW has a rigid form factor measuring 540 mm long, 38 mm wide, and 21 mm high.

Element	Value
Length	540 mm
Width	38 mm
Tall	21 mm
Lens diameter	Ø37 mm
Pitch between LEDs	60 mm
Split format	3 LEDs / 1 pixel

The physical design allows the module to be adapted to linear layouts and configurations where continuity between light blocks is required.

Optics and Light Behavior

The module uses an optical system with a 15° light beam.

This concentrated beam allows light to be directed with greater precision than a conventional diffuse emission.

In terms of lighting, the product combines:

RGB light for color effects
cool white 7,000K for additional lighting
controlled in blocks of 3 LEDs
total luminous flux of approximately 1,830 lm
overall efficiency of approximately 55 lm/W

The result is a module designed for dynamic visual effects, not for uniform white lighting as its primary purpose.

Power supply

Parallel Pixel™ 9-RGBW operates on a 12V power supply.

The maximum power consumption is 34W when the R, G, B, and W channels are operating simultaneously.

For a complete electrical sizing analysis, the following must be considered:

Total number of modules
Maximum consumption per unit
Fountain safety margin
Cable Length
Food Groups
Voltage drop
Controller used

The calculation of sources, groups, and controllers must be performed during the system configuration phase.

Compatible Controllers

Parallel Pixel™ 9-RGBW is compatible with Pixel control systems that use the GRB – SK6812_RGBW protocol.

SP108E
Actilum Pixel
Other compatible controllers

The choice of controller depends on the type of effect, the scale of the project, the level of synchronization, and the degree of customization required.

For detailed system configuration, it is advisable to review the specific sizing of modules, power supplies, data, and the controller.

Installation Requirements

Parallel Pixel™ 9-RGBW requires heat dissipation.

The product must be installed on an aluminum profile or a heat-dissipating metal surface.

This requirement is key to keeping thermal performance within the expected limits and preserving the system’s service life.

If the project requires a higher level of protection, the module must be integrated into a structural solution that ensures the necessary IP rating.

Durability and Safety

Parameter	Value
Lifetime	36,000 h
Maximum temperature	65 °C
Light source	Non-replaceable LED
Recommended Use	Indoors
Dissipation	Required

The light source consists of non-replaceable LEDs.

Do not disassemble the product or submerge it in water.

Inspecting the wiring, power supply, and overall condition of the components is part of the preventive maintenance recommended for professional installations.