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Lumitronix Announces MiniController Casambi Classic and LED Modules for Ledil's Dark Light Optics Daisy-Mini

Among the new products prepared for Light + Building 2020 by Lumitronix are the MiniController Casambi Classic and the MiniDaisy LED modules. The control unit for LED modules with Tunable White technology are extremely compact and can be conveniently operated via smartphone or tablet using the Casambi App, while the MiniDaisy LED modules which were designed in close cooperation with the Finnish optics manufacturer Ledil are compatible with the new Daisy-Mini linear optics and are intended for use in office or workplace luminaires. Read more »

Lumitronix Has Designed New Flexible LED Strips for L+B

Lumitronix has prepared several product innovations for the postponed Light + Building. Amongst these products are flexible LED strips for different applications. Z-Flex 280x20 based on the widespread Zhaga standard of modules with a length of one foot and therefore compatible with many linear luminaire types. LumiFlex560 Professional TW has been assembled in the reel-to-reel process on the new in-house production line which allows an individual assembly of the desired dimensions. LumiFlex350 Professional and offers luminaire manufacturers new possibilities, primarily due to its processing and is equipped with an integrated linear control. As a highlight – first samples were already presented at LpS 2019 - Paper-Flex uses paper as base material and is manufactured by a proprietary plasma metallization technology. Read more »

SSL | Test Equipment | Safety | UV Measurement | UV | Tools | Mar 03, 2020

Instrument Systems: New Products for the Postponed L+B

Instruments Systems has been prepared to feature two new respectively optimized solutions for two different tasks at Light + Building which is postponed to September 27th - October 2nd. Instrument Systems has modified its proven TOP 200 telescopic optical probe to satisfy the requirements of the new IEC TR 62778 technical report. Furthermore, Instrument Systems launches traceable calibration UV-LEDs with extremely low measurement uncertainty. Read more »

WAGO Introduces IPx8 Protected Gelbox

Condensation, heavy precipitation, powerful water jets: When moisture meets electricity, a short circuit can happen quickly. However, casting compound has proven itself as reliable protection. With Gelbox, WAGO clears a path to reliably achieving IPX8 levels of moisture protection in an easier and faster way. Read more »

Acclaim Lighting Expands Modular Linear One Series for Interior and Exterior Linear Lighting

Acclaim Lighting, a leader in innovative and advanced solid-state lighting technology, expands its Linear One® Series, which includes low-watt, high-output energy-efficient interior and exterior modular linear LED fixtures in a wide range of color temperatures, CRI and beam angles. With no visible cables, the fixtures create a clutter-free environment. Read more »

SSL | Systems + Applications | Outdoor Applications | Luminaires | Feb 24, 2020

LSI Industries Launches New, Commercial-Grade LED Area Lights

LSI Industries has launched two new, high-quality, commercial-grade area lighting solutions. The company's new SSA (small) and SMA (medium) luminaires are quick-ship products that offer enhanced features and benefits for smaller-budget projects. These modern, durable, attractive fixtures are designed for applications that do not require the highly advanced optics and performance associated with LSI's premium line of Mirada area lights. Read more »

SSL | OLEDs | Displays | Systems + Applications | Feb 18, 2020

LG's Revolutionary Transparent OLED Touch Signage Display Creates AR Effect

The new release from LG updates the popular Transparent OLED display that generated so much excitement during its rollout. With Transparent OLED Touch Signage, LG has made futuristic technology available to businesses today. The LG solution, more commonly called the Transparent OLED Touch, superimposes vividly colored images and text in high definition on whatever stands behind the screen, just as its predecessor does. Its revolutionary new facet, however, is its touchscreen capability. The Transparent OLED Touch stuns in its transparency, touch capability, durability and design. Read more »

SSL | Components | Driver Modules | Tunable White Light | Feb 18, 2020

eldoLED Releases Industry's First DiiA Certified DALI-2 DT8 Tc Drivers

Acuity Brands, Inc. announced that eldoLED®, a world leader in designing and manufacturing intelligent drive solutions for LED-based lighting systems, has received the first Digital Illumination Interface Alliance (DiiA) certification for DALI Device Type 8 (DT8) color type Tc drivers.Courtesy of Forum Groningen: featuring over 1000 tunable white luminaires using eldoLED's DALI-2 DT8 compliant technology. Precise calibration of color and intensity at the driver level makes all the difference in a tunable white installation. Read more »

SSL | Components | Electronics | Driver Modules | Feb 13, 2020

Upowertek Released Compact 60-100 W CV LED Driver with Input Over Voltage Protection Function

Today Upowertek released the new compact BLD series constant voltage LED drivers which cover the range of 60-100 W. The new series adopted the latest technology, and more functions are integrated to make them more compact. The size is only 102x68x38.5 mm, which is also the reason to be competitive on cost performance. Read more »

SSL | Components | Sensors | Feb 13, 2020

EuControls Introduces Its Zigbee Compatible Ceiling Mount Multi-Sensor 810-PLT-DZB

EuControls is excited to announce the addition of a compact ceiling mount multi-sensor/controller to its growing wireless lighting controls product portfolio. The S810-PLT-DZB is a unique Zigbee compatible energy management device aimed at new and retrofit indoor lighting projects that require occupancy, light, and temperature sensing, in addition to fixture-level lighting control. 12VDC-powered with a 0–10V dimming interface, this relay-less sensor is ideal for sensor-ready Dim-to-Zero/Off LED drivers equipped with auxiliary power. Read more »

SSL | Technologies | microLEDs | Displays | Feb 13, 2020

Compound Photonics and Plessey Create microLED Display Modules from Bonded Wafers

Compound Photonics US Corporation (CP), a leading provider of compact high-resolution microdisplay solutions for Augmented Reality (AR) and Mixed Reality (MR) applications, and Plessey Semiconductors Ltd. (Plessey), an embedded technologies developer at the forefront of microLED technology for AR and MR display applications, today announced they have produced the first fully addressable microLED display modules resulting from their previously announced strategic partnership to develop and introduce GaN-on-Silicon microLED based microdisplay solutions for AR/MR applications. Read more »

Gigahertz-Optik's PLL-1701 High-Speed Transimpedance log/lin Amplifier Offers Internal Integrating Sphere

With its new high-speed transimpedance amplifier PLL-1701 Gigahertz-Optik offers a versatile solution for use with either external photodiodes or its internal integrating sphere and detector combination. This compact device incorporates both logarithmic and linear amplifiers and can provide an analogue voltage output or a digitized output of the input signal current. Application software is included and an SDK is available for full integration and automation. Read more »

SSL | Components | Laser | Stage Lighting | Feb 03, 2020

Osram's New Blue High-Power Laser for Lighting Applications Provides Breathtaking Moments at Events

Rock and pop shows today are about much more than music. The entertainment factor, including numerous show elements, is becoming more and more important in concerts in big stadiums and event halls across the world. State-of-the-art stage lighting plays an essential role in these shows. Numerous manufacturers rely on lighting solutions from Osram to create memorable experiences. A new blue high-power laser is now expanding the range of options available to manufacturers of show lasers and stage spotlights. Read more »

SSL | Components | LED Modules | CSP-Module | Jan 30, 2020

Adura LED Solutions Presents New Patented 16MX CSP Modules

Adura LED Solutions, a leading Southern California manufacturer of LED Lighting modules introducing the new patented 16MX Family of LED modules with CSP LED. The new 16MX modules are available with low, mid, and high power CSP LEDs and are offered today with Nichia (E17/E21), Cree XD16, Samsung (LH181B/LH231B) and Seoul Semiconductor Y19. Read more »

Automotive | Tools | Measurement | Goniophotometers | Jan 29, 2020

GL Optic Offers Fast and Reliable Measurements for Automotive Lighting

Nowadays car manufacturers are facing rapid strides in the development of automotive lighting meaning that the sole functionality of the lamps are no longer the major focus. Special attention is payed to new shapes, sizes and designs and the overall user-experience. These are key factors that need to be considered in order to be able to compete in increasingly faster growing markets. GL Optic introduces a new type A Goniophotometer, the GLG A 50-1800, to accommodate these requirements perfectly. Read more »

Vishay Launches Integrated RGBC-IR Sensors With I²C Interface in Low Profile Packages

Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. broadens its optoelectronics portfolio with new RGBC-IR sensors for applications such as automatic white balancing and color cast correction in digital cameras; automatic LCD backlight adjustment; and active monitoring of LED color output for IoT and smart lighting. The new VEML3328 (top-looking) and VEML3328SL (side-looking) sensors offer better linearity and higher sensitivity compared to previous generation devices, as well as new features including an infrared (IR) channel. Read more »

SSL | Products, Materials + Tools | Tools | Jan 23, 2020

Future Lighting Solutions Launches Offline Lighting System Selector Mobile App for iOS and Android

Future Lighting Solutions (FLS), a leading provider of solid-state lighting, engineering expertise and design tools, is proud to announce the launch of their new offline Lighting System Selector for iOS and Android devices. Read more »

SSL | Systems + Applications | LED Panels | Luminaires | Jan 20, 2020

Espen Technology Launches Field-Adjustable Flat Panel Retrofit Kits

Espen Technology launched a new family of field-adjustable flat panel retrofit kits, for upgrading fluorescent troffers to the latest LED technology. The new 3-output selectable flat panel kits are part of the versaKIT family of LED retrofit kits, that also include switchable center-basket troffer kits and switchable commercial downlight kits. Each flat panel retrofit kit has a 3-position dip switch that enables installers to easily select a wattage and light output, for the kit, at the time of installation. Read more »

Technologies | Micro-LEDs | LED Modules | Displays | Jan 09, 2020

SSC Develops World's First One Pixel Micro LEDs for 4K Resolution TV from 42" to 220"

Seoul Viosys Co., Ltd. (CEO Young Joo Lee) and Seoul Semiconductor Co., Ltd. (CEO Chung Hoon Lee), leading global innovators of LED and UV LED technologies, announced the new concept display, 'Micro Clean LED' at CES 2020, the biggest global consumer electronics and technology show, running from January 7th through January 10th. Read more »

SSL | Troffer | Systems + Applications | Luminaires | Jan 08, 2020

LSI Industries Launches Multi-Setting LED Lensed Troffer

LSI Industries has introduced a new, multi-setting LED lensed troffer to its OPT series of recessed luminaires. This high-efficiency product gives customers the ability to adjust the fixture's color temperature and wattage – allowing them to customize the illumination in different areas of their facilities. The product's flexibility makes it ideal for office buildings, health care facilities, retail settings and numerous other indoor applications. Read more »

SSL | Components | Electronics | Driver IC | Jan 08, 2020

Diodes' Ultra-Low Dropout Linear LED Driver to Extend Lighting Strips

Diodes Incorporated announced the BCR430UW6 linear LED driver with ultra-low dropout voltage and constant current regulation between 5 mA and 100 mA. This combination allows more LEDs to be driven from a low supply voltage, making the BCR430UW6 suitable for applications that require multiple LEDs to operate together, such as signage illumination and architectural lighting for commercial and retail installations. Read more »

SSL | Linear Lights | Systems + Applications | Luminaires | Dec 18, 2019

Acuity Brands Introduces the Renna Rectilinear Luminaires from Peerless for Architectural Spaces

Acuity Brands, Inc. introduced Renna™ luminaires from Peerless®, an innovation in rectilinear lighting combining superior technology in a sleek minimalist design for complementing architectural or commercial spaces. The luminaire earned top recognition from the LFI Innovation Awards® in 2019, one of the lighting industry's most prestigious award programs, for overall Design Excellence and Best of Category for Commercial Indoor. Read more »

SSL | Components | Driver Modules | Emergency Lighting | Dec 18, 2019

Espen Technology Adds 10W, Type B, Emergency Driver to Extensive EM Solution Line

Espen Technology announced the release of its new 10W Type B Emergency Driver, adding to its already extensive line of emergency solutions for LED linear retrofits. The new model # VEMB10W emergency driver provides 90 minutes of emergency operation during a power outage, ensuring building occupants can safely get out of the building. Read more »

Amerlux Expands Linea Line with Adjustable Accents

Amerlux, an award-winning design-and-manufacture lighting company, announced today the expansion of its linear lighting family with new solutions that will deliver more options for architects and lighting designers. Read more »

Universal Lighting Technologies Expands EVERLINE® Retrofit Options for Commercial Applications

Universal Lighting Technologies, Inc., a global leader in lighting and a member of the Panasonic Group, recently introduced its EVERLINE® LRK34-ML LED Linear Retrofit Kits to its high-efficiency line of products, designed for commercial applications such as factories, warehouses and gymnasiums. Read more »

Inventronics Expands Next Gen Platform: More Compact, Global IP66/IP67 LED Drivers

Inventronics has expanded their new family of programmable, IP66/IP67 LED drivers to include model offerings that cover 75W and 100W power levels. These new models are an extension to their existing 150W, 200W and 240W series. Read more »

SSL | Systems + Applications | LED Panels | Luminaires | Dec 12, 2019

LSI Industries Launches Enhanced, Multi-Setting, Edge-Lit LED Panel

LSI Industries said today that the company has launched an enhanced version of its edge-lit LED panel. The new luminaire features an innovative upgrade that enhances its versatility across numerous indoor applications, including schools, offices, hospitals and stores. Read more »

Tools | Measurement | Manufacturing | Spectroradiometer | Dec 10, 2019

Instrument System's New Spectroradiometer Speeds up LED Production

Product life cycles are getting shorter all the time. The corresponding increase in the number of product variants presents manufacturing companies with new challenges. Production lines need to be faster and more complex, yet also more user-friendly. Instrument Systems – a well-known manufacturer of light measurement technology – works closely with its customers in the field of LED production to develop modular and flexible components for quality inspection in mass production environments. For the new spectroradiometer CAS 125, Instrument Systems has therefore focused on production-related applications for LEDs in the spectral range between 200 and 1100 nm. Instrument Systems will be presenting its new measurement device at booth 8.0 F60 of next year's Light + Building trade show, which will be held in Frankfurt from 8 to 13 March, 2020. Read more »

Featured | Materials | Encapsulants | Epoxy | Nov 05, 2019

Epoxy Features Very Low Coefficient of Thermal Expansion

Master Bond EP30LTE-2 has been developed for joining dissimilar substrates exposed to thermally or mechanically induced stresses. It can be used for sealing, coating and encapsulating, especially for small to medium sized castings where a very low coefficient of thermal expansion (CTE) is required. Read more »

Featured | Manufacturing | Electromechanics | Connectors | Nov 04, 2019

New BJB LED Connector for Linear LED Modules: Book 21 Compliant

Lampholders were standard in older, traditional lighting systems. Modern LED fixtures that utilize non-replaceable LEDs create several assembly and field-replacement disadvantages. Zhaga Book 21 addresses these shortcomings by standardizing linear 'socketable' LED modules. In accordance with Book 21, BJB has developed the new LED connector 47.303; a two-part fixing and electrical connection system, which enables LED modules to be installed and subsequently replaced as easily as conventional light sources. Incorporating the BJB 47.303 series results in reduced assembly costs and dramatically faster retrofit or replacement times. Read more »