For those of us who like the bigger C7 Christmas lights, but could do without the heat, breakage,...For those of us who like the bigger C7 Christmas lights, but could do without the heat, breakage, and lamp replacement, the Colormotion is a good compromise. The all plastic set consist of 24 C7 sized faceted lamps on a 23 foot string. The string comes with built in fuse and can accommodate additional strings on either or both ends. Due to the very low power consumption of 12 watts, you can string together over 10 strings, that over 230 feet. Each string includes a module that controls the way the lights will blink, glow, change colors, and the rate that it all happens at. There is no remote control and therefore no way to control any of the light parameters. When off all the bulbs have the same frosted look.
The lamps remain cool to the touch, is hard wired into the string and are capable of displaying a multitude of colors. While LED strings cost more then the old school incandescent, the LED power consumption is so low that in a few seasons of use you will have offset the additional cost through the energy savings. While not as bright as incandescent they also don't present a burn hazard. These can be used indoor or outside. And because it uses LED lamps you won't need to worry about bulbs burning out.
My only concern is when attaching additional strings will all the modules work in sync or with they operate independently? No way for me to determine as I currently only have one string.
The many colors and patterns the control module generate offset the lack of manual control. Whether using a single string around the fireplace or going across the front of the house, the variety of color and pattern will add to the festive look and won't ding your power bill.
These will definitely be part of our Christmas decoration.
by 2coats