The GLEDOPTO GL-C-226M (GL-C-I-226M) is a Matter over Thread CCT LED strip controller for 2-wire and 3-wire tunable white LED strips. It can be used with a 12, 24, 36 or 48 V DC power supply and supports a maximum total output current of 10 A. The connected LED strip can be switched on and off, dimmed, and adjusted between cool white, warm white and mixed white light.
One of the controller’s key features is support for both conventional 3-wire CCT LED strips with a common positive connection and 2-wire CCT LED strips. Its wide 12–48 V DC input voltage range makes it suitable for LED systems operating at different voltages; however, the LED strip and power supply must have the same rated voltage.
The GL-C-226M uses native Matter over Thread communication and can be integrated with Apple Home, Amazon Alexa and Google Home using a suitable Matter Controller and Thread Border Router. The lighting can be controlled from an app, through automations or by using voice control on a compatible platform. The controls on the device itself also provide ON/OFF control, brightness adjustment and white colour temperature selection without requiring a network connection.
About GLEDOPTO
GLEDOPTO primarily manufactures smart LED lighting products and controllers. Its product range includes LED strip controllers, light sources, dimmers, RGB, RGBW, CCT and RGB+CCT lighting controllers, as well as solutions based on Zigbee, Matter, Thread, Wi-Fi and WLED.
Depending on the model, GLEDOPTO smart lighting controllers can be integrated with Apple Home, Amazon Alexa, Google Home and other smart home systems. Specific compatibility is always determined by the communication protocol supported by the individual product.
Key product features
- CCT LED strip control: The connected CCT LED strip can be switched on and off, dimmed, and adjusted to cool white, warm white or mixed white light.
- 2-wire and 3-wire CCT LED strips: Compatible with both 2-wire CCT LED strips and conventional 3-wire CCT LED strips with a common positive connection.
- 12–48 V DC power supply: Supports 12, 24, 36 and 48 V DC LED systems.
- 10 A maximum output current: The maximum output current is 10 A per channel, while the combined maximum load across all outputs is also 10 A.
- Matter over Thread: Connects to compatible Matter smart home systems via a Thread network.
- Local controls: Buttons on the device allow you to switch the lighting on and off, adjust brightness, select the white light mode, perform a factory reset and start pairing.
- 750 Hz PWM: The LED outputs operate at a PWM frequency of 750 Hz.
Smart home protocols and platform compatibility
- Matter over Thread: The GL-C-226M is a native Matter over Thread device and uses the Thread protocol for wireless communication.
- Apple Home: Compatible with Apple Home when used with a suitable Matter Controller and Thread Border Router. The manufacturer lists HomePod and Apple TV devices among the supported configurations.
- Amazon Alexa: Compatible with Amazon Alexa systems that support Matter and Thread. The manufacturer’s documentation specifically lists the 4th-generation Echo.
- Google Home: Compatible with Google Home systems with suitable Matter and Thread support. The manufacturer’s documentation specifically lists the Google Nest Hub Max.
- Voice control: The connected lighting can also be controlled using voice commands through compatible Apple, Amazon Alexa and Google Home systems.
Smart features
- ON/OFF control: The connected CCT LED strip can be switched on and off remotely or using the controller’s own button.
- Brightness control: The brightness of the LED strip can be adjusted continuously.
- Tunable white light: The white colour temperature can be adjusted by controlling the cool white and warm white channels of the CCT LED strip.
- Manual colour temperature selection: The button on the device can be used to switch between cool white, warm white and mixed white modes.
- Smart home automations: When integrated into a Matter system, the lighting can be included in automations and scenes provided by the selected platform.
- Local control: The device buttons allow the basic lighting functions to be controlled independently of the smart home system.
- Pairing and reset: Pressing and holding the Reset button for approximately 5 seconds resets the controller and places it into pairing mode.
Technical specifications
- Manufacturer: GLEDOPTO
- Model: GL-C-226M
- Additional model designation: GL-C-I-226M
- Product type: CCT LED strip controller
- Control system: Thread Matter
- Wireless protocol: Thread
- Supported LED strips: 2-wire and 3-wire CCT LED strips
- Input voltage: 12 V, 24 V, 36 V or 48 V DC
- Maximum output current per channel: 10 A
- Maximum total output current: 10 A
- PWM frequency: 750 Hz
- Lighting functions: ON/OFF control, brightness adjustment, cool white, warm white and mixed white light
- Manual control: ON/OFF control, brightness adjustment, white light selection and reset
- Compatible platforms: Apple Home, Amazon Alexa and Google Home with suitable Matter over Thread infrastructure
- Housing material: Flame-retardant PC
- Ingress protection: IP20
- Operating temperature: -20 °C to +45 °C
- Dimensions: 100 × 45 × 18 mm
Additional features
- Indoor use: The IP20-rated controller is designed for installation in dry, protected indoor locations.
- 2-wire and 3-wire wiring: Wiring must be carried out according to the manufacturer’s wiring diagram for the specific type of CCT LED strip being used.
- Power supply selection: The output voltage of the power supply must match the rated voltage of the LED strip, and its power rating must be sufficient to operate the connected LED strip.
- Load limit: The combined current of the two output channels must not exceed 10 A.
- Reset indication: After a successful reset, the connected LED strip pulses cool white three times, after which the controller enters pairing mode.
