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Components | LEDs | White Mid Power LEDs | Indoor Applications | Nov 19, 2018

Osram's New Long-Life LED for General Lighting - Osconiq S3030

Osconiq S3030 enables customers to build luminaires with optimum quality, extra-long life and exceptional robustness The market for LED lighting is moving forward very fast and the demand for professional components with long lifetimes and extraordinary robustness is growing. In announcing the new professional Osconiq S3030, Osram Opto Semiconductors is successfully facing up to these challenges. These LEDs are state-of-the-art components designed to meet professional demands in various general lighting applications and characterized by long life, high performance and first-class reliability. Read more »

Tridonic smartSWITCH Switch Sensors Detect Presence and Ambient Light

The compact smartSWITCH HF 5DP f and HF 5DP S f switch sensors have an extra-wide detection range and, as built-in devices, require very little space in the luminaire. The sensors employ microwave technology and switch the light using the respective LED driver when they detect presence and ambient light. Read more »

Components | Electronics | Driver IC | Automotive | Nov 08, 2018

Infineon Automotive LED Driver Provides Most Flexible LED Load Diagnosis

LED lighting is taking over on the roads. It enables new design trends in cars, such as flexible styling and animation, and increases safety in traffic. If LEDs fail, this affects the reliability of the light. With LITIX™ Basic+, a new LED driver family , Infineon is launching the most flexible single LED short circuit diagnostic feature available on the market at Electronica 2018. The new Active Retry function mode reduces the likelihood of misdiagnoses. This can save drivers unnecessary garage visits. Read more »

Components | Electronics | Driver Modules | Indoor Applications | Nov 06, 2018

Upowertek Releases World’s First CCR Mode 0.1% Dimmable LED Driver

Now most of the low dimming drivers are designed with PWM mode to get low output, but they have the problems of strobe flickering under cameras and potential audible noises. To solve the problems, Upowertek released the first constant current reduction mode 0.1% dimmable LED driver in the world, the BSR-055 series. Read more »

Tridonic Spotlight and Downlight LED Modules Offer Improved Efficiency

Tridonic's seventh generation of SLE ADV modules benefits from a chip upgrade resulting in even greater efficiency, longer life time and improved thermal management – all with excellent colour rendering. The modules are available with light-emitting surfaces of 9 to 15 mm (LES 9 to LES 15), with 17 and 21 mm variants set to follow soon. Read more »

Components | Electronics | Driver Modules | Outdoor Applications | Nov 02, 2018

Inventronics Expands Narrow Input, Constant Voltage Driver Series

Inventronics is pleased to announce the expansion of their constant-voltage EBV Series to include 75 W, 100 W and 150 W models that operate at a narrow input voltage range from 176-305 Vac. Narrowing the input voltage range has allowed Inventronics to reduce manufacturing costs and offer significant savings to regions that do not require a universal input voltage range. This series of LED drivers are made with a compact, extruded-metal housing enabling more creative freedom on luminaire design. They are IP67 rated which is ideal in architectural, decorative and signage lighting projects. Read more »

Bridgelux Advances 1 SDCM Consistency and New Dynamic White LED Modules

As part of the ongoing commitment to deliver innovative LED solutions and design flexibility, Bridgelux today announces one Standard Deviation Color Matching (1 SDCM) across its core chip-on-board (COB) product families, and two new dynamic white products within the Vesta® Series product family. Bridgelux continues to expand its LED product portfolio products to provide luminaire OEMs with market leading color consistency and dynamic light options that enhance the light quality, experience, and design flexibility of LED lighting. Read more »

EPtronics’ LP Series Programmable LED Drivers - Compatible to EuControls’ Zigbee Controller

EPtronics is pleased to announce that its latest LP Series of programmable flicker-free LED drivers are immediately compatible with Zigbee wireless lighting controllers from EuControls, a sister company of EPtronics. EuControls’ LCM lighting controllers are ideal for new and retrofit lighting fixture projects that require Zigbee protocol compatible 0-10 V on/off/dimming control with Dim-to-Off support. Read more »

Components | LEDs | White Mid Power LEDs | Indoor Applications | Oct 24, 2018

Lumileds Drives Efficacy to Over 200 lm/W in Popular 2835 Package

Lumileds today introduced the LUXEON 2835 HE, which achieves unprecedented efficacy of over 200 lm/W, while providing market defining color consistency. Expanding on the successful LUXEON 2835 Line, the new LED is optimized to deliver high efficacy and 2-step MacAdam ellipse color consistency in applications such as troffers and high bay/low bay fixtures. Read more »

Components | LEDs | Color LEDs | IR-LEDs | Oct 17, 2018

OMC's New 30° Beam Angle SMD LEDs for High-Intensity Applications

OMC, the pioneer in optoelectronics design & manufacture, has introduced a new range of narrow angle, surface-mount LEDs in a variety of package styles and all popular LED wavelengths. The new SMD emitter series features integrated lenses moulded into the package which provides a 30 degree output beam. Applications for visible wavelengths include signalling and indication, in which the beam needs to be visible over greater distances, while the company’s infrared wavelength versions are used for sensing and data-communication over greater distances and with higher precision than using standard, wide-angle SMD components. Read more »

LED Engin Introduces World’s First 50 W Seven-Die LED Emitter

LED Engin, an Osram business, has unveiled the LZ7 Plus, the world’s first 50 W seven-die LED emitter. The trend in stage lighting fixtures has evolved from not only delivering ultra-bright light with narrow beam, but also creating more sophisticated color schemes and high CRI white. LZ7 Plus is uniquely designed to address this trend, featuring seven high-power dies in six colors, which can be individually controlled to deliver intense, saturated colors, as well as high quality white light as a result of color mixing. The LZ7 Plus can be used in various stage fixtures, such as static and moving head wash fixtures, as well as profile fixtures. Read more »

Fulham Releases Bluetooth Bridge to Retrofit Any 0-10V LED Luminaire

Fulham Co., Inc., a leading supplier of lighting components and electronics for commercial and specialty applications, today announced availability of a new Bluetooth Bridge 0-10V LED controller, the first in a series of Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) components designed to connect luminaires into a Bluetooth mesh ecosystem. The new Bluetooth Bridge can be installed in any electrical box or LED fixture to provide wireless 0-10 dimming control and monitoring. Read more »

GlacialPower Launches New GP-LE150N LED Driver Series With Isolated Cable

GlacialPower, the power division of the LED technology manufacturer GlacialTech Inc, announces the new GP-LE150N DC LED driver suitable for LED strip light, LED signage and moving sign applications. The new series are available in 12 VDC output rated power of 120 W, and 24 VDC output rated power of 150 W. The GP-LE150N is suitable for exterior or interior usage, with a fully isolated plastic case and isolated cable that is IP67 rated for environmental protection from rain, water and dust. Read more »

Components | Electronics | Driver Modules | Indoor Applications | Oct 01, 2018

ERP Power Introduces Europe's Smallest LED Driver

ERP Power LLC (ERP), a leading provider of small, smart and connected LED drivers for the lighting industry, announced the world’s smallest power supply for LED lighting fixtures that has been demonstrated in Bregenz, Austria at Europe’s leading lighting technologies conference LED professional Symposium + Expo (LpS 2018). The ERP next generation VLM Series Class II constant voltage LED driver architecture delivers power density of 20 Watts per cubic inch in a package the size of two AA/LR6 batteries. European terminal blocks with optional strain relief and CE/ENEC/CB certification address a wide range of architectural, commercial, and industrial lighting applications Read more »

Automotive Lighting of the Future - Osram’s Oslon Boost HX for New Concepts

As part of digital mirror device (DMD) systems, the LED enables symbols to be projected onto the road in HD quality Just like a normal projector can display pictures on a screen, a DMD system with its millions of micro-mirrors can project light onto the road in the form of symbols. Read more »

Luxeon V2, the Only Choice for a 2mm² High Power LED

Today Lumileds announced breakthrough high power performance with the new Luxeon V2 LED. With the highest performance in its class for output and efficacy, the emitter easily enables DLC Premium performance at the system level. Luxeon V2 utilizes a 2x2 mm Chip Scale Package (CSP) in a 3.5x3.5 mm standard package. “Luxeon V2 is designed such that 99% of the light is forward directed, resulting in the industry’s most usable light from a compact source,” said Jennifer Holland, Product Line Director at Lumileds. Read more »

Components | LEDs | CoB LEDs | Horticulture | Sep 21, 2018

Luminus' New Horticulture CoB LEDs Promise New Growth for the Cannabis Market

Luminus Devices, Inc. a global manufacturer of high-performance LEDs and solid-state light sources, has released its Horticulture CoBs with spectrums targeted for cannabis production. The new devices are available with 14 mm and 22 mm light emitting surfaces (LES) and provide best in class PPF and PPF/W performance. With operating power from 25 W to 125 W, the PPF range extends from 45 µmol/s to over 150 µmol/s with the larger 22 mm LES. Read more »

Components | Electronics | Driver Modules | High Bay | Sep 21, 2018

Moso Power Announces Off-line Programmable UFO Drivers

Moso Power today announces a new High-Bay LED driver series. The new drivers offer a huge evolutionary step forward compared to their predecessors. The new UFO drivers offer off-line programmability with a special "Black-Box" design for failure dignosis. Read more »

Tools | Test Equipment | Goniophotometers | Sep 20, 2018

LGS 650 - New Goniophotometer for Mid- to Large-Sized SSL Sources and LED Modules

Instrument Systems launches within the LGS series a new goniophotometer. The LGS 650 is perfect for samples up to max. 1300 mm diameter and 10 kg weight. Read more »

Efficient and Tough - Tridonic's New RLE-G2 Modules for Reliable Industrial and Outdoor Lighting

The new RLE-G2 modules from Tridonic have been developed for harsh industrial environments and challenging outdoor conditions. They can withstand salt spray, pollutants and extreme temperatures and are easy to integrate in a very wide range of luminaires. With their long life and high efficiency they cover a broad spectrum of potential applications. Read more »

Tools | Test Equipment | Spectroradiometer | Radiometer | Sep 13, 2018

New Ophir® FluxGage™ Measurement System for Large-Size Luminaires at LpS

MKS Instruments, Inc., a global provider of technologies that enable advanced processes and improve productivity, announces the Ophir® FluxGage™ FG1500, the newest member of the FluxGage family of compact measurement systems for LED luminaires. The FG1500 features an aperture size of 144 x 64cm, allowing for photometric measurement of large-size street and industrial luminaires, LED flat panels, and troffer lights. Photometric measurements include total luminous flux (up to 80,000 lm), spectrum and color parameters (CCT, CRI, TM-30), and flicker. Read more »

Fulham Expands Line of Vizion LED Universal DC Retrofit Engines

Fulham Co., Inc., a leading supplier of lighting components and electronics for commercial and specialty applications, has released a comprehensive new line of DC Retrofit Engines as part of its new line of Vizion LED DC Retrofit Kits Engines. Available in rectangular and round form factors, the new Vizion DC Retrofit Engines deliver lower power consumption and higher efficacy. Read more »

Acclaim Lighting Introduces Flex Tube Pixel SE™ for Vibrant Outdoor Applications

Acclaim Lighting, a leader in innovative and advanced solid-state lighting technology, introduces Flex Tube Pixel SE™, a flexible, side-emitting LED strip that features RGB control of every 3.27” section for virtually any exterior or interior lighting application. IP68-rated and submersible to 3 feet, Flex Tube Pixel SE has a highly durable, impact-resistant, PVC body that can be ordered to length to suit project requirements for customized lighting applications. Read more »

Components | LEDs | IR-LEDs | Special Applications | Sep 05, 2018

DOWA Announces Short-Wavelength IR LEDs with the World’s Highest Output Power

DOWA Electronics Materials Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of DOWA Holdings Co., Ltd. , has successfully developed short-wavelength-infrared LED chips with output power that is 3.5 times higher than existing products and is the highest in the world at 6.8 mW [1], with a peak wavelength of 1,300 nm. DOWA has started to deliver sample products. Read more »

Lextar to Release Micro LED Chip and UFP I-Mini RGB Display Module

The vertically integrated LED company Lextar Electronics will be releasing new Micro LED chip technology, with the chip size under 20µm. It will also be releasing two chip technologies: R/G/B Micro LED and Color Conversion Micro LED chip. As for Mini LED products, Lextar will debut the next generation UFP I-Mini RGB display module, and slim Mini LED light board for panel backlights. The series of latest Micro and Mini LED technologies will make their debuts at the Touch Taiwan 2018 exhibition. Read more »

Maxim’s LED Backlight Driver - Smallest Footprint for Larger Automotive Displays

Automotive infotainment designers can now upgrade to bigger, higher resolution displays with greater ease, reduced cost and smaller solution size with the MAX20069 from Maxim Integrated Products, Inc. (NASDAQ: MXIM). The MAX20069 provides the industry’s first solution integrating four I2C-controlled, 150 mA LED backlight drivers and a four-output thin-film-transistor liquid-crystal display (TFT-LCD) bias in a single chip. The IC can reduce design footprint up to one-third compared to the closest competitor’s parts. Read more »

TT Electronics' Compact, Surface-Mount IR LED Emitter has Narrow FWH Angle

TT Electronics, a global provider of engineered electronics for performance critical applications, has introduced a compact, infrared LED emitter with the industry’s largest spot diameter of 7 mm for super-reliable optical sensing and position encoder applications. Read more »

Cree's XP-G3 S Line - Optimized for the Connected Lighting Future

Cree, Inc. announces the XLamp® XP-G3 S Line LED, an extension of the industry-leading XLamp XP-G3 LED that is optimized for the connected lighting future. With the XP-G3 S Line, Cree delivers high-power LED technology optimized for long-lifetime, high-power general lighting applications where sensors and the internet of things (IoT) are becoming common, such as commercial indoor, parking, industrial and roadway. Read more »

Fulham Introduces Low-Profile Versions of Popular LinearHO High Output LED DC Modules

Fulham Co., Inc., a leading supplier of lighting components and electronics for commercial and specialty applications, is now shipping new low-profile versions of its popular LinearHO LED Modules. The new LP-LinearHO high-output DC LED modules are available in eight configurations and are ideal for linear highbays or linear strip luminaries, for example, four- or eight-foot vapor tights and troffers. Read more »

Tridonic Introduces Improved, New Generation of LED Modules

The fifth generation of the 24 mm LLE ADVANCED modules for linear uminaires and panel lights feature an impressively high efficacy of up to 200 lumen per watt as well as superior quality. Luminaire manufacturers and OEMs will also benefit from greater flexibility, thanks to the wider variety of products. Read more »