So, yes you could cut and solder your lights, BUT, a string of incandescent lights contains bulbs that are rated for a specific length and number of bulbs. Change the number of bulbs or change the resistance of the light string and the lights won't last as long as they should - or they might not come on at all. The lights will burn out faster - usually one at a time - then they'll cascade.
If your light string is LED, they are ultra-low current and ANY kind of modification will either ruin them or significantly lower their lifespan. Don't take this risk with your investment.
What's the solution?
Choose a shorter light string.
Choose two much shorter strings.
Wind up the leftover lights and tuck them under an eave or physically hide them within your project.
Visually disguise extra bulbs with a little piece of electrical tape if there aren't too many.
Hope this helps and saves you time and trouble as you light your home of business for Christmas or for a party this Friday.
Option 1: Purchase commercial light strings or spools with the sockets already attached in popular increments like 6, 12 & 18 inch bulb spacing. These wires can then be cut wherever you want the light run to end. Then you'll add either a male or female zip plug to the cut end to finish it off.
To cut rope light, measure the area where you plan to install the rope light and then cut the tube at the nearest cutting mark. The mark that indicates a safe spot for cutting rope light will typically look like a small pair of scissors or a dashed line.
If half a strand is working and the other half is not, you probably have a loose or broken bulb. Start with the first unlit bulb and work your way down, wiggling them to check for looseness. If it flickers, that's your cue to replace it.
A standard strand of Christmas lights is typically around 25ft to 30ft long. Govee RGBIC LED Permanent Outdoor Lights offer longer strands, providing more flexibility in decorating larger areas.
Hardware stores sometimes have a recycling drop-off point where you can drop your old broken lights. If you're heading to a local hardware store to purchase new lights, be sure to check if they accept old broken lights.
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