What Foshan Masterlite Lighting does

Foshan Masterlite Lighting Ltd (formerly Shenzhen Masterlite Co., Ltd) is a privately held Chinese manufacturer of LED strip lighting and complementary LED accessories, founded in 2007 and headquartered in Shenzhen. The company operates two dedicated factories within a 2,500 m² production footprint — one producing LED strip reels (3528, 5050, 335 side-emitting, and 5630 variants in 12V/24V configurations and IP20/IP65/IP66 ratings) and the other producing accessories — and reports headcount in the 80-120 range. The accessory catalogue spans solderless LED strip connectors (FPC, corner, waterproof), LED cables and splitters, IP66/IP67 waterproof connectors, RF and WiFi RGB/RGBW controllers, LED dimmers and signal amplifiers, DMX512 decoders for pixel-addressable LEDs, LED distribution boxes, and MEAN WELL switching power supplies (NES and RS series), the last category distributed under a 2010 partnership with MEAN WELL for the Shenzhen area.

The business operates a B2B wholesale model with quote-based pricing, no public list prices, and an OEM/ODM custom production service for buyers requiring bespoke specifications. Distribution runs through direct sales (email, phone, Skype handled by Sales Manager Vilson Fang) targeting LED installers and contractors as the primary segment, with secondary reaches into automotive customization, stage and entertainment lighting, and CCTV/security installer channels; an Aliexpress storefront (store/324136) provides a self-service SMB/consumer channel. The company claims worldwide shipping reach, holds ISO9001:2008 quality, AAA Credit Grade, and High&New Tech Enterprise certifications, and is entirely founder/owner-managed with no disclosed external funding or institutional ownership.

Name

Foshan Masterlite Lighting

Legal name

Shenzhen Masterlite Co., Ltd

Website

https://led-mtl.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2007

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Foshan Masterlite Lighting is a Shenzhen-based Chinese manufacturer (founded 2007) producing LED strip lighting and complementary accessories — connectors, controllers, dimmers, and DMX decoders — selling globally to LED installers and contractors via B2B wholesale, OEM/ODM services, and an Aliexpress storefront.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Shenzhen

HQ country

China

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. LED Strip Lighting Sales: Sale of LED strip products including 3528, 5050, 335 side-emitting, and 5630 LED strips. Products sold in reels with various LED densities and IP ratings.
2. LED Accessories Sales: Sale of LED connectors, cables, waterproof connectors, LED controllers, dimmers, amplifiers, DMX decoders, and power supplies
3. Custom/OEM Production: Custom production service for OEM and ODM orders based on customer specifications

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Foshan Masterlite Lighting manufactures and wholesales LED strip lighting products (3528, 5050, 335 side-emitting, 5630 SMD LED strips in multiple IP ratings) and a complementary range of LED accessories including solderless strip connectors, waterproof connectors, RGB/RGB extension cables, distribution boxes, RF/WiFi/DMX LED controllers, dimmers, signal amplifiers, and MEAN WELL switching power supplies. The company operates two dedicated factories, offers custom OEM/ODM production, and distributes globally via direct B2B sales, a company website catalog, and an Aliexpress storefront.

Product overview

Foshan Masterlite Lighting (formerly Shenzhen Masterlite Co., Ltd) is a high-tech manufacturer specializing in LED strip lighting and LED accessories. The product portfolio consists of two main categories: LED strip lighting products (3528, 5050, 335 side-emitting, 5630, and other LED strips) and LED accessories. The accessories category includes solderless LED strip connectors (FPC, DC, corner, IP65 waterproof types), LED cables and wires (RGB, RGBW, DC splitters, extension cables), waterproof connectors (IP66/IP67 rated in various pin configurations), LED distribution boxes, LED controllers (RF, WiFi, DMX decoders for RGB/RGBW/single color control), LED dimmers, LED amplifiers/signal repeaters, and MEAN WELL power supplies. The company operates two factories—one dedicated to LED strip manufacturing and another to LED accessories—with approximately 80-120 employees and 2000-2500 sqm production area. Founded in 2007, they also distribute MEAN WELL power supplies in the Shenzhen area since 2010.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• 3528 LED Strip SMD 3528 LED strip available in 8mm width, 60–120 LED/m densities, and 12V/24V inputs in multiple colors (cool white, warm white, red, green, blue, yellow, pink, orange) with IP20, IP65, and IP66 ratings, sold to professional installers, contractors, and resellers for residential and commercial lighting projects.
• 5050 LED Strip High-brightness SMD 5050 LED strip in 10mm width with 60 LED/m configuration at 12V for general lighting applications requiring greater luminous output than 3528 strips.
• 335 Side Emitting LED Strip Side-emitting LED strip that outputs light from the edge rather than the top surface, designed for applications such as signage and accent lighting where edge illumination is required.
• 5630 LED Strip High-brightness SMD 5630 LED strip with 60 LED/m density, 10mm double-sided PCB, 12V input, available in 6000K cool white and 3000K warm white, with 15W/m (75W/reel) power consumption and a 2-year warranty.
• LED Strip Connectors Professional solderless LED strip connectors for joining single-color or RGB LED strips without soldering, offered as FPC connectors, DC connectors, corner connectors (L/T/+ type), IP65 waterproof connectors, and clip connectors in 2-pin to 4-pin configurations and 8mm/10mm/12mm widths to simplify installation for LED installers and contractors.
• LED Cables and Wires LED cables and wires including RGB extension cables (4-pin), RGBW cables (5-pin), DC power cables, splitter cables (1 female to 2/3/4/6/8 male configurations), in-line switches, and extension power cables for connecting and extending LED strip installations.
• Waterproof Connectors IP66/IP67-rated waterproof electrical connectors in 2/3/4/5/6/8-pin configurations with T-shape and Y-shape options, manufactured in PVC in black, white, or clear color, with custom manufacturing available for outdoor and harsh-environment LED installations.
• LED Distribution Box Power distribution units for LED installations including MTL-Box-6A (6-way, 3 per side, Molex KK connectors), MTL-Box-6B (6-way single side, FL connectors), and MTL-Box-12A (12-way, 6 per side), featuring 5.5x2.1mm DC female socket inputs.
• RGB LED Controllers RGB and RGBW LED controllers including 2.4G RF controllers (ML-RF, ML-CTR), WiFi controllers (ML-CTR-WiFi), 4-zone RF controllers, touch remote dimmers, and mini RGB controllers, supporting 5–24V input with various control modes and remote distances up to 30 meters for lighting control in residential, commercial, and stage applications.
• LED Dimmers LED dimming controllers including inline dimmers (MTL-DIM-LX10), mini dimmers (MTL-DIM-LX20/LX30), and RF remote dimmers (MTL-DIM-RF10/RF20/RF30), supporting 5–24V or 12–24V input with 0–100% brightness control for adjusting LED strip illumination.
• LED Amplifiers Signal repeaters for extending LED installations including Mini RGB amplifier (AMP-RGB-600) with 12V/12A, 3x4A output, and Mini single-color amplifier (AM-SGL-800) supporting 5–24V/12A with a 2-year warranty for enlarging the controllable length of LED strip runs.
• DMX Decoders DMX512 protocol decoders for LED control including 3-channel RGB decoder (DMXTCON-3CH-LV), 4-channel RGBW decoder (DMXTCON-4CH-LV), and pixel RGB decoder supporting multiple IC types (TM1803/04/09/12, UCS1903/09/12, WS2811/12) for professional and pixel-addressable lighting control.
• MEAN WELL Switch Power Supplies Taiwan MEAN WELL switching power supplies including NES series (economical, 35W–350W) and RS series (high reliability, 35W–150W) with output voltages of DC 5V, 12V, 15V, 24V, 48V, distributed in the Shenzhen area as part of the company's accessory offering for LED installations.
• Custom OEM/ODM LED Production Service Custom manufacturing service that produces LED strip lighting or LED accessories to customer-specified designs, specifications, or branding, serving OEM and ODM buyers requiring tailored products rather than standard catalog items.

Quantifiable outcome

• Save time and provide reliable cable connections
• +1 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

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AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• MEAN WELLcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2010Partnership established in 2010 for LED technology and power supply development. Foshan Masterlite Lighting became a distributor of MEAN WELL products in Shenzhen area. MEAN WELL is a world-famous power supply manufacturer known for reliable quality. Company sells MEAN WELL switching power supplies including NES and RS series.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Elemental LED: Specializes in linear LED lighting, LED strips, dimmers, drivers and connectors with a similar complete-kit value proposition aimed at professional installers.
• Super Bright LEDs: Broad LED strip and accessory catalog (strips, connectors, dimmers, controllers, drivers) sold online to installers and SMBs, directly mirroring Masterlite's product breadth.
• Signcomplex: China-based LED lighting manufacturer offering LED strips, controllers and accessories for global OEM/ODM and wholesale customers — same category, same geography, same B2B motion.
• Waveform Lighting: High-CRI LED strip specialist selling strips, dimmers, controllers and power supplies to residential and commercial installers — overlapping product mix and B2B channel.
• Armacost Lighting: LED tape light and accessory brand (strips, connectors, dimmers, drivers) targeting DIY and pro installers — same core product set, smaller-brand comparable to Masterlite.
• Flexfire LEDs: US-based LED strip lighting specialist selling high-density strips, controllers, dimmers and accessories to installers and contractors — same product categories and B2B installer GTM as Masterlite, but US-based brand.
• Hitlights: LED strip manufacturer/distributor offering 3528/5050 strips, solderless connectors, RF/WiFi controllers and power supplies to the same installer/contractor segment as Masterlite.
• Diode LED: Manufacturer of LED strip lighting plus drivers, dimmers, connectors and control systems serving architectural and commercial installers — directly overlapping catalog and customer type.

Broad incumbents

• Signify (Philips Hue Lightstrip): Global lighting leader with consumer/smart LED strips (Hue Lightstrip Plus) and a broad lighting portfolio — overlaps on strip lighting and connected controls but serves a much wider end-market.

Others

• MEAN WELL: Taiwan-based power-supply manufacturer and Masterlite's distribution partner since 2010. Not a competitor but a critical upstream supplier that anchors Masterlite's complete-installation value proposition.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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