Ropetam RPT-DCH-003 6 m 40-LED Snowflake Fairy Lights

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Product guide

Ropetam RPT-DCH-003 6 m 40-LED Snowflake Fairy Lights

Ropetam RPT-DCH-003 snowflake fairy lights are a 6-metre, battery-powered string with 40 warm-white LEDs. Two listed modes, twinkling and steady-on, offer a choice for decorative displays, while the battery box means no nearby socket is needed. The listing calls the lights waterproof but says the battery case must stay dry.

At a glance

The 6-metre string has 40 warm-white snowflake LEDs.
Choose between twinkling/flashing and steady-on lighting.
Runs on three AA batteries, which are not included.
The listing gives an IP44 rating for the lights but says the battery case is not waterproof.

Price

£6.98Save 22%

Reference price: ~~£8.99~~

Price checked: 12 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

Battery power allows placement away from a mains socket.
Two lighting modes provide a choice between flashing effects and steady illumination.
The stated 1-metre lead before the first LED and 15cm bulb spacing help with planning a display.

Cons

Three AA batteries are required and are not included.

Technical specifications

19 specifications

Identity
Brand	Ropetam
Model	RPT-DCH-003

Lighting
Number of lights	40
Light colour	Warm White
Light source	LED
Form factor	Snowflake Fairy Lights
Length	6 Metres
Listed modes	Twinkling/Flashing, and Steady On

Power and controls
Power configuration	Battery Powered
Battery requirement	3 AA batteries (not included)
Voltage	4.5 Volts
Control method	Push Button

Materials and protection
Material	Copper, Plastic
Water resistance listed	Waterproof
Ingress protection rating	IP44

Use
Listed usage	Indoor, Outdoor
Listed occasions	Christmas, Diwali, New Year

Installation details
Lead wire before first LED	1-meter
Spacing between bulbs	15cm

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The listing describes the LEDs as IP44-rated and waterproof, while also claiming they are fully sealed and submersible. It explicitly says the battery case is not waterproof and must remain dry. Do not treat the entire set as submersible or expose the battery box to wet conditions.

What’s in the box

Included

Snowflake fairy lights
Battery box

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Decorating trees, frames, walls or furniture where battery operation is useful.
Buyers wanting warm-white snowflake lights with both flashing and steady-on modes.

Less suited to

Displays that need a mains-powered string or a battery case suitable for wet conditions.
Buyers who need batteries included in the package.

Ropetam RPT-DCH-003 6 m 40-LED Snowflake Fairy Lights · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.6 / 5 · 15 ratings

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4 stars41%41%
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Aggregate customer ratings are positive overall, with ratings limited to the four- and five-star categories in the supplied distribution. This offers a favourable but small-sample signal, not detail about specific performance or durability. The listing's stated battery operation and two modes describe the intended use, but customer ratings alone do not confirm those features.

Frequently asked questions

What batteries does the Ropetam RPT-DCH-003 use?

The listing specifies three AA batteries, which are not included.

What lighting modes are listed?

The string offers twinkling/flashing and steady-on modes.

Can the whole string be used in wet conditions?

The listing gives the lights an IP44 rating and calls them waterproof, but says the battery case is not waterproof and must be kept dry. It also makes a submersion claim, so do not assume the complete set is suitable for submersion.