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Matter Smart LED Controller over Thread 12-48V with NFC for DIM, CCT and RGBCW Strips
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- Three versions for different LED strips: choose MA-C1 1-channel for single-color DIM lighting, MA-C2 2-channel for CCT strips, and MA-C5 5-channel for RGBCW systems.
- Matter over Thread protocol: integrate lighting with Apple Home, Google Home, Amazon Alexa, SmartThings and other platforms compatible with the Matter standard.
- Requires a compatible Thread Border Router: for smart and remote control, it must be paired with a Matter hub featuring a Thread Border Router function.
- Universal 12–48V DC power input: compatible with low-voltage LED systems at 12V, 24V, 36V and 48V, with output voltage matching the input.
- High load capacity: reaches up to 480W with DIM, 432W with CCT and 720W with RGBCW when using a 48V system and within the limits of the selected variant.
- MA-C2 compatible with 2- and 3-wire CCT: the color temperature version can control different configurations of warm white and cool white LED strips.
- Fast pairing via QR Code or NFC: add the controller to a compatible Matter app by scanning the code or bringing a supported NFC smartphone close.
- Advanced programming via NFC: adjust fade-in/fade-out times, brightness range, color temperature and power-on state after power restoration using the NFC Lighting app.
- Soft-start for more comfortable switching on: brightness increases gradually to reduce sudden changes and create smoother light transitions.
- Multiple control modes: use compatible Matter apps, remotes or wireless panels; DIM and CCT also support a momentary Push DIM button, while RGBCW does not offer this function.
- Scenes, groups and automations: create schedules, scenes and coordinated controls, and manage lighting via Siri, Google Assistant, Alexa or other assistants supported by the chosen ecosystem.
- Matter OTA updates: supports over-the-air firmware updates according to the Matter standard, keeping the device up to date over time.
- Built-in electrical protections: features protection against short circuit, over-temperature, over-current and reverse polarity.
- Compact, flame-retardant body: measures 91 × 37 × 21 mm and is made of Covestro/Samsung PC with V0 rating, suitable for protected indoor installations with IP20 rating.
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Smart Matter and Thread Control for DIM, CCT and RGBCW LED Strips in a Single Ecosystem
The Matter over Thread 12-48V Smart LED Controller brings constant voltage lighting to leading smart home ecosystems, offering an advanced solution for controlling DIM, CCT, and RGBCW LED strips. Available in the MA-C1, MA-C2, and MA-C5 versions, it allows you to choose the controller best suited to the type of lighting installed and manage power, brightness, color temperature, and colors through Matter-compatible platforms. Matter over Thread communication enables integration with Apple Home, Google Home, Amazon Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, and other compatible ecosystems, while NFC, QR Code, OTA updates, advanced programming, and soft-start make configuration and use even more comprehensive. With a 12-48V DC power supply, compact dimensions, and integrated electrical protections, it is a solution designed for both new LED systems and for updating existing installations with modern, interoperable smart control.
One Matter Controller for Apple Home, Google Home, Alexa, and SmartThings
Thanks to the Matter over Thread standard, the controller can be integrated into major smart home ecosystems without being tied to a single proprietary platform. It is compatible with Apple Home, Google Home, Amazon Alexa, and Samsung SmartThings and can also be added to Smart Life, Tuya , or eWelink via a compatible Matter Hub with the Thread Border Router function . This way, you can manage your lighting from the ecosystem you usually use, taking advantage of the functions made available through Matter, such as switching on, adjusting brightness, color temperature, or color based on the chosen DIM, CCT, or RGBCW version. Matter compatibility also allows you to integrate the controller into scenes and automations together with other devices supported by the platform used.
Remote Control of Lighting from Matter-Compatible Apps
Once integrated into the Matter over Thread network, the controller allows you to manage your lighting directly from compatible apps within your smart ecosystem. You can turn the lights on and off, adjust the brightness, and, in compatible versions, adjust the color temperature or the colors of the LED strip. For remote control via the Matter over Thread network, you need a Matter Hub with a compatible Thread Border Router function , creating a stable connection between the controller, your home network, and the smart platform you're using.
Three Versions to Control Single-Color, CCT, and RGBCW LED Strips
The series is available in three configurations dedicated to different types of LED strips . The MA-C1 version for Single-Color LED Strips controls single-color lighting and brightness adjustment, the MA-C2 for CCT LED Strips is designed to manage warm white and cool white with adjustable color temperature, while the MA-C5 for RGBCW LED Strips offers five channels to combine RGB, warm white, and cool white. This structure allows you to choose exactly the controller you need without sacrificing the Matter, NFC, and smart control features of the series.
Matter over Thread with IPv6 Communication and Local Control
IPv6-based Matter over Thread communication is designed to provide a modern infrastructure for managing smart devices. Support for local control allows compatible functions to be managed within the home ecosystem without relying solely on cloud services, improving responsiveness and business continuity. Matter integration also allows the controller to be used within the smart platform of your choice, maintaining an open and interoperable architecture.
Adjustable Soft-Start for Smoother Starts and Stops
The soft-start function allows you to avoid sudden changes in brightness by gradually increasing or decreasing the light. The fade time can be configured up to 99 seconds , allowing you to create softer and more comfortable transitions in bedrooms, living rooms, hallways and spaces where an instantaneous switch-on at maximum brightness may be unpleasant. The parameters can be customized using the controller's NFC programming functions.
MA-C2 Compatible with 2 and 3 Wire CCT LED Strips
The MA-C2 version dedicated to CCT strips supports both 2-wire configurations and traditional 3-wire CCT connections, offering greater flexibility in choosing the light source. Color temperature adjustment between warm white and cool white can be managed using the controller within the configured Matter ecosystem. This dual compatibility also makes the MA-C2 particularly suitable for upgrading existing LED installations with a more modern smart control system.
NFC Programming to Customize Controller Parameters from Your Smartphone
Programmable NFC technology allows you to configure numerous technical parameters directly via an NFC-compatible smartphone and the dedicated NFC Lighting app. You can adjust the on/off fade times, brightness range, status after power-on, PWM frequency , and, in compatible versions, color temperature range. NFC reading and writing also simplify the configuration of multiple controllers, making it particularly useful for professional installations or those with numerous lighting points.
Quick Matter Pairing via NFC or QR Code
Integrating the controller into the smart ecosystem is simplified thanks to two pairing modes . The Matter QR Code on the device can be scanned using a compatible app to start setup, while supported devices can also take advantage of the NFC Fast Connect feature by tapping the smartphone near the controller's NFC area. This makes the pairing process more straightforward and allows the controller to be quickly integrated into the chosen Matter platform.
OTA Firmware Updates According to Standard Matter
Support for Matter OTA updates allows the controller's firmware to receive compatible updates without requiring direct hardware intervention. This feature keeps the device up to date over time and allows it to benefit from software developments made available for the platform. Over-the-air updates thus integrate with the Matter philosophy, designed for interoperable smart devices capable of evolving within the home ecosystem.
Control via App, Remote Control, Wireless Panel and Push DIM Button
The series offers various control modes to adapt to both smart management and traditional everyday use. The controller can be managed through compatible Matter apps and, with compatible accessories, via remote control or wireless panel. The MA-C1 and MA-C2 versions also feature a Push DIM input for connecting a momentary button: a short press turns the light on and off, while a long press allows for the dimming options provided for the version in use. Physical control can therefore be combined with smart control, offering a more practical lighting system even when you don't want to use your smartphone.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which version should I choose between MA-C1, MA-C2 and MA-C5?
The choice depends on the LED strip you want to control. MA-C1 is the 1-channel DIM version for single-color strips; MA-C2 has 2 channels and is designed for CCT strips with warm and cool white; MA-C5 uses 5 channels and is designed for RGBCW strips with RGB, warm white, and cool white.
What does Matter over Thread mean?
Matter is the interoperability standard used by the controller, while Thread is the network protocol it uses. This allows it to be integrated into compatible ecosystems like Apple Home, Google Home, Amazon Alexa, and Samsung SmartThings without being tied to a single proprietary platform.
Do you need a hub to use the remote controller?
Yes. You need a Matter Hub with Thread Border Router functionality to connect the Matter over Thread controller to your smart network. This is therefore the configuration you should consider when purchasing the product for remote control, scenes, and automation.
Can it be added to Smart Life or Tuya Smart?
Yes, through Matter. Tuya documents support for third-party Matter devices in its apps, including lighting categories and Matter over Thread devices. A Thread installation requires a compatible Tuya Matter infrastructure with the Thread Border Router feature; it should not be considered a native Tuya WiFi controller.
Is it compatible with Apple Home and Siri?
Yes. Apple Home is one of the explicitly supported platforms and also allows control via Siri .
How is the first pairing done?
The controller can be added via the QR Code Matter on the device or, in supported configurations, via NFC pairing by bringing the smartphone close to the NFC area of the controller.
What is NFC good for besides pairing?
NFC is also used for the technical programming of the controller . Using a compatible smartphone, you can change parameters such as fade times, brightness range, power-on state, PWM frequency, and other settings depending on the version you're using.
Is the NFC app the same one you use to normally control your lights?
No. Standard smart functions are managed through the app of the chosen Matter ecosystem, such as Apple Home, Google Home, Alexa, SmartThings, or a compatible Tuya /Smart Life app. NFC programming, on the other hand, is used to configure the controller's technical parameters.
Tuya-35651
Data sheet
- Power supply
- 12-48V DC
- Working temperature
- -20°C to +50°C
- Voice Control
- Amazon Alexa, Google Home and Siri
- Mobile application
- NFC Lighting
Tuya Smart or Smart Life - Dimensions
- 91x37x21 mm
- Communication Protocol
- Matter
Thread - input voltage
- 12-48V DC
- Output voltage
- 12-48V DC
- Protection Rating
- IP20
- LED Types Supported
- CCT White Variable
Monochrome
RGB+CCT
RGBCW - Ideal for Automation
- Corridors
Furniture
LED - Load power
- MA-C1 – DIM - 120W@12V 240W@24V 360W@36V 480W@48V
MA-C2 – CCT - 120W@12V 240W@24V 324W@36V 432W@48V
MA-C5 – RGBCW - 180W@12V 360W@24V 540W@36V 720W@48V - Works with
- Amazon Alexa
Apple Home (HomeKit)
Google Home
Home Assistant
Matter
SmartThings
Tuya / Smart Life
eWeLink (Sonoff) - Hub required
- Thread border router (Matter)
- Ideal for
- Lights & LED
- Home Assistant integration
- Via Matter
Specific References
- UPC
- 613390019211
- EAN13
- 6133900192118
- MPN
- Tuya MA-C1
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- Three versions for different LED strips: choose MA-C1 1-channel for single-color DIM lighting, MA-C2 2-channel for CCT strips, and MA-C5 5-channel for RGBCW systems.
- Matter over Thread protocol: integrate lighting with Apple Home, Google Home, Amazon Alexa, SmartThings and other platforms compatible with the Matter standard.
- Requires a compatible Thread Border Router: for smart and remote control, it must be paired with a Matter hub featuring a Thread Border Router function.
- Universal 12–48V DC power input: compatible with low-voltage LED systems at 12V, 24V, 36V and 48V, with output voltage matching the input.
- High load capacity: reaches up to 480W with DIM, 432W with CCT and 720W with RGBCW when using a 48V system and within the limits of the selected variant.
- MA-C2 compatible with 2- and 3-wire CCT: the color temperature version can control different configurations of warm white and cool white LED strips.
- Fast pairing via QR Code or NFC: add the controller to a compatible Matter app by scanning the code or bringing a supported NFC smartphone close.
- Advanced programming via NFC: adjust fade-in/fade-out times, brightness range, color temperature and power-on state after power restoration using the NFC Lighting app.
- Soft-start for more comfortable switching on: brightness increases gradually to reduce sudden changes and create smoother light transitions.
- Multiple control modes: use compatible Matter apps, remotes or wireless panels; DIM and CCT also support a momentary Push DIM button, while RGBCW does not offer this function.
- Scenes, groups and automations: create schedules, scenes and coordinated controls, and manage lighting via Siri, Google Assistant, Alexa or other assistants supported by the chosen ecosystem.
- Matter OTA updates: supports over-the-air firmware updates according to the Matter standard, keeping the device up to date over time.
- Built-in electrical protections: features protection against short circuit, over-temperature, over-current and reverse polarity.
- Compact, flame-retardant body: measures 91 × 37 × 21 mm and is made of Covestro/Samsung PC with V0 rating, suitable for protected indoor installations with IP20 rating.
Matter Smart LED Controller over Thread 12-48V with NFC for DIM, CCT and RGBCW Strips
€34.90
Tax included
No review at the moment