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Components | LEDs | RGB LEDs | Feb 01, 2018
American Bright Introduces New RGB LED Packages with Built-in IC
American Bright Introduces New RGB LED Packages with Built-in IC American Bright today announced a new series of PLCC 5050 / 3530 RGB LED chips. The RGB PLCC chip has an integrated circuit that features self-detection signal, support for continuous oscillation, and pulse with modulation (PWM) output that can maintain static screen. These new devices have a low power consumption of 0.2 W (max: 1 W), applied voltage of 5V and an operating temperature -40°C to 70°C. The emitted red, green, blue can achieve various color mixes with 8-bit (256 level) color set with 5-bit (32 level) brightness adjustment. Read more »
Components | Electronics | Driver IC | Jan 31, 2018
Constant-Current LED Drivers Now Offered in Low-Profile DFN Package
Constant-Current LED Drivers Now Offered in Low-Profile DFN Package In response to growing demand for smaller LED lighting installations that also provide high efficiency and ultra-low EMI, Diodes Incorporated has extended its popular BCR420U and BCR421U families of linear LED drivers to include the BCR420UFD and BCR421UFD devices in the ultra-low profile DFN2020 package, making them well-suited for 12 V and 24 V LED edge-lighting applications. Read more »
Discussions | Components | UV-LEDs | Jan 31, 2018
New Klaran® WD Series Breaks the $0.25/mW Price Barrier for UVC LEDs
New Klaran® WD Series Breaks the $0.25/mW Price Barrier for UVC LEDs Crystal IS, a leader in developing high performance UVC LEDs, today announced the expansion of its Klaran® platform with the release of the WD series LEDs. Developed specifically for the price and performance needs of POU water disinfection, Klaran WD Series marks the first instance a UVC LED manufacturer has demonstrated the ability to break the $0.25/mW price barrier required for mass production of UVC LED based water purification products. The company will initially offer 30 mW and 40 mW variants with plans to introduce more powerful devices in the coming months. Read more »
Components | Thermal Management | Phase Change Material | Jan 31, 2018
Fischer Elektronik Presents New Phase Change Thermal Conductive Material
Fischer Elektronik Presents New Phase Change Thermal Conductive Material Company Fischer Elektronik GmbH & Co. KG extends their extensive product portfolio of thermal contact materials by new phase change thermal conductive materials which provide an alternative to the conventional thermal conductive pastes. The new material types combine the advantages of high thermal performance together with the reliability of phase change materials and with a simple application on the surfaces to be contacted. Read more »
Components | Electronics | Driver IC | Jan 31, 2018
Infineon Introduces BCR430U to Improve Efficiency of LED Strips
Infineon Introduces BCR430U to Improve Efficiency of LED Strips Infineon Technologies AG releases BCR430U, a constant current linear LED driver IC. The BCR430U provides industry-leading drop performance for regulating LED current in standalone operation. No external power transistor is needed. Typical applications for the BCR430U include LED strips, architectural LED lighting, LED displays as well as retail, appliance and emergency lighting. Read more »
Electronics | Driver Modules | Smart Lighting + IoT | Components | Jan 31, 2018
OEM Systems Group's Now Offer for the Digitalization of Light
OEM Systems Group's Now Offer for the Digitalization of Light Mega-trends such as digitalization or the Internet of Things will fundamentally change lighting technology in coming years. Solutions are in demand that bring together intelligent control, connectivity, flexibility and the possibility to individualize. Today, the new LED electronic control gear units from the OEM Systems Group in the ZITARES wiz series already point the way towards this networked future. The LED ECGs represent a high-performance unit together with the correspondingly new EXELIQO software. Read more »
Components | Electronics | Driver Modules | Indoor Applications | Outdoor Applications | Jan 31, 2018
Inventronics Expands Family of Low-Power, Compact LED Drivers
Inventronics Expands Family of Low-Power, Compact LED Drivers The EUC Family of constant-current LED drivers is ideal for lower power luminaires that may be subject to environment and space constrained challenges. They are available in popular fixed output currents and offer increased flexibility through isolated 0-10 V dimming and a compact shape that allows them to be installed in space constrained luminaires. Read more »
Components | Electronics | Passive Components | EMC Filters | Jan 31, 2018
TDK Introduces New Compact Noise Suppression Filters for LED Lighting
TDK Introduces New Compact Noise Suppression Filters for LED Lighting TDK Corporation has expanded the MAF series of noise suppression filters with the new MAF2520ASS600C type that is designed especially for LED lighting systems. The new multilayer filter has compact dimensions of just 2.5 mm x 2.0 mm x 0.85 mm and features a suppression of spurious noise between 20 MHz and 100 MHz that is equivalent with that of larger wire-wound components. Read more »
Components | LEDs | White LEDs | Jan 31, 2018
Lumileds Achieves Performance Breakthrough on Luxeon 5050
Lumileds Achieves Performance Breakthrough on Luxeon 5050 Lumileds today introduced an upgraded Luxeon 5050 that sets the standard for high lumen per watt (lm/W) for high bay and street lighting applications. With newly released LM-80 reliability data, the product also meets DLC Premium V4.1 requirements, enabling fixture manufacturers’ access to high utility rebates and energy savings. Read more »
Connectivity | Electronics | Smart Lighting + IoT | Components | Jan 31, 2018
Digi International - NEW Digi XBee3 Series Smart Edge IoT Modules and Modems
Digi International - NEW Digi XBee3 Series Smart Edge IoT Modules and Modems Digi International®, a leading global provider of Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity products and services, today announced the availability of the Digi® XBee3™ series of next-generation RF modules and cellular modems. Introducing a new micro form factor option capable of supporting greater IoT innovation at the network edge, Digi XBee3 series extends its modular approach to IoT connectivity, enabling the integration of new functions as needs arise and regional requirements change. Included in its micro size, Digi XBee3 also offers MicroPython programmability and dual-mode radios that provide wireless design flexibility and enable easily added functionality for innovative IoT solutions that can be more quickly developed, prototyped and mass-produced. Read more »
Featured | Components | Electronics | Driver Modules | Outdoor Applications | Jan 31, 2018
MOSO High Reliable & Flexible Programmable Outdoor LED Driver
MOSO High Reliable & Flexible Programmable Outdoor LED Driver MOSO, one of the most influential and well-known new energy enterprises in China, dedicates to provide the efficient, intelligent and safe outdoor LED power supply solutions by introducing its programmable LDP series worldwide. Read more »
Components | LEDs | White LEDs | Jan 29, 2018
Nichia Launches Ultra-High CRI White LED - Optisolis™
Nichia Launches Ultra-High CRI White LED - Optisolis™ Since the birth of human, light (AKARI) has been indispensable. Light generates such a strong feeling, it has kept people throughout history longing for lighting that is most similar to that of natural daylight or fire. To further improve the overall quality of light as "AKARI”, Nichia Corporation has developed an Ultra-High Color Rendering white LED named Optisolis™. Read more »
Featured | Components | LEDs | White LEDs | Jan 29, 2018
Cree Launches Industry’s First Extreme Density LED
Cree Launches Industry’s First Extreme Density LED Cree announces the new XLamp® XD16 LED, the industry’s first Extreme Density LED, which delivers up to 5½ times higher lumen density than Cree’s previous generation of high power LEDs. The XD16 LED combines breakthrough lumen density, low optical cross-talk, unsurpassed thermal contact and ease of system manufacturing to enable innovative new designs for a broad spectrum of lighting applications, such as color-tuning, street, portable and industrial. Read more »
Components | Electronics | Driver Modules | Outdoor Applications | Jan 09, 2018
GlacialPower Launches the IP67 GP-CVM200P LED Driver Series
GlacialPower Launches the IP67 GP-CVM200P LED Driver Series GlacialPower, the power division of the LED technology manufacturer GlacialTech Inc, announces the GP-CVM200P constant voltage LED driver series. It rated power output of 200 W is available in 12 V, 24 V, 36 V and 48 V models. The active power factor correction driver delivers the excellent efficiency up to 93% and has a very low no load consumption under 0.5 watt at 230 VAC. Read more »
Components | LEDs | Automotive | Dec 21, 2017
New Osram LED for Headlights on all Vehicle Classes
New Osram LED for Headlights on all Vehicle Classes Oslon Compact PL combines new chip technology with excellent thermal properties Osram Opto Semiconductors has added the new Oslon Compact PL to its portfolio of products for the automotive sector. The LED is particularly suitable for use in vehicle headlights. It can be used for adaptive glare-free high beam, daytime running lights, low beam and standard high beam. This all-rounder combines improved design with low system costs, making it suitable for different vehicle classes and accessible to a broad spectrum of customers. Read more »
Linear Optics | Optics + Opt. Materials | Components | Dec 18, 2017
The Right Distribution of Light for all Situations with the Accessory Package Optics
The Right Distribution of Light for all Situations with the Accessory Package Optics The Tridonic portfolio has been expanded to include a complete accessory package of lenses with various beam characteristics. The lenses are suitable for all DC LLE 24 mm modules and are easy to mount. For the three-row LLE 55 mm modules, the company also provides the corresponding optics enabling various light distributions for applications in offices and shops. Read more »
Components | Electronics | Driver Modules | Outdoor Applications | Dec 15, 2017
Inventronics Expands Switch-Selectable LED Driver Family
Inventronics Expands Switch-Selectable LED Driver Family Inventronics has introduced a family extension of switch-selectable IP67 LED drivers that provide the flexibility of adjustable output currents without any software or programming set up. This is accomplished with a 4-position switch that can be used to set up 16 different output current levels. The switch is accessed through a secure cover which allows the driver to maintain an IP67 rating which is ideal for harsh indoor and outdoor conditions such as street, area, bay and tunnel lighting. Read more »
Components | OLEDs | Flexible OLEDs | Dec 12, 2017
LG Display’s Gen 5 OLED Production Started in New Facility at Gumi
LG Display’s Gen 5 OLED Production Started in New Facility at Gumi LG Display announced that the company started mass production at its new Gen 5 OLED light panel production line in Gumi, Korea and launched its new OLED light brand, Luflex. With these moves, the company will lead the lighting market, providing a powerful boost to the nascent sector globally. Read more »
Components | Electronics | PFC Controller | Dec 07, 2017
Diodes Introduces New Offline Constant Voltage and PFC Controller for Connected LED Lighting
Diodes Introduces New Offline Constant Voltage and PFC Controller for Connected LED Lighting Diodes Incorporated, a leading global manufacturer and supplier of high-quality application specific standard products within the broad discrete, logic, analog and mixed-signal semiconductor markets, today introduced the AL1788. This high-performance offline constant voltage and PFC controller has been developed to combine high power factor correction (PFC) with low total harmonic distortion (THD) and low standby power, making it well-suited for commercial applications and connected lighting requirements. Read more »
Components | LEDs | White LEDs | Dec 07, 2017
Cree Launches Industry’s First Extreme Density LED
Cree Launches Industry’s First Extreme Density LED Cree announces the commercial availability of the XLamp® XD16 LED, the industry’s first Extreme Density LED, which delivers up to 5½ times higher lumen density than Cree’s previous generation of high power LEDs. Built on Cree’s groundbreaking NX Technology Platform, the XD16 LED combines breakthrough lumen density, low optical cross-talk, unsurpassed thermal contact and ease of system manufacturing to enable innovative new designs for a broad spectrum of lighting applications, such as color-tuning, street, portable and industrial. Read more »
Components | LED Modules | AC LED Modules | Dec 06, 2017
Fulham Introduces Universal Voltage Version of Integrated DirectAC LED Engine and Retrofit Kit
Fulham Introduces Universal Voltage Version of Integrated DirectAC LED Engine and Retrofit Kit Fulham, a leading supplier of lighting sub-systems and electronics for commercial and specialty applications, today announced the release of universal voltage versions of its DirectAC direct-drive LED units. The DirectAC LED Engines were released earlier this year in a 120 V and with this product release, the same low-profile, self-contained LED engine with integrated driver is now available in a new unit that can support power ratings from 120 to 277 volts. Read more »
Electronics | Driver Modules | Smart Lighting + IoT | Components | Dec 06, 2017
Upowertek Announces DALI Compatibility for 50-400W BLD Series LED Driver
Upowertek Announces DALI Compatibility for 50-400W BLD Series LED Driver DALI (digital addressable lighting interface) protocol is very commonly used for intelligent lighting control according to IEC 62386 from the fluorescent age and many retrofitting projects using LED lights require DALI compatibility. Upowertek recently announced that BLD series support DALI control, and still own all the existing features like NFC programming without having to power on the driver and dim to off with low standby power. Read more »
Featured | Tools | Test Equipment | Calibration | Dec 05, 2017
LED Calibration Standards in the ACS Series
LED Calibration Standards in the ACS Series The LED calibration standards in the Instrument Systems ACS series allow you to easily and reliably check the accuracy of photometric devices supplied by Instrument Systems, and recalibrate the photometric value (e.g. averaged luminous intensity, luminous flux or luminance) as necessary. Read more »
Components | LED Modules | Human Centric Lighting | Dec 04, 2017
Adura LED Solutions Announces Color Tunable LED on Board Modules
Adura LED Solutions Announces Color Tunable LED on Board Modules Adura LED Solutions, today announced a new line-up of High Power LED on Board (LoB) modules for Indoor and outdoor Lighting that features color tunability and increased design compatibility. The new module 2024C LoB can be driven from 50-250 W using variety of 3535 packed LEDs from Cree, Nichia, Lumileds, Seoul Semiconductors, Samsung and other LED suppliers. Read more »
Electronics | Sensors | Components | Smart Lighting + IoT | Dec 04, 2017
Tristimulus Sensor Supports Accurate Measurement of Photobiologically Active Light
Tristimulus Sensor Supports Accurate Measurement of Photobiologically Active Light ams, a leading worldwide supplier of high performance sensor solutions, today introduced the AS7264N, a tri-stimulus sensor which provides measurements of color that closely match the human eye’s response to the visible light spectrum. The new sensor also accurately measures blue-light wavelengths, which researchers have linked to important health effects such as disruption or management of the circadian rhythm, accelerated eye aging, and eye strain. Read more »
Components | LED Modules | Nov 30, 2017
Fulham Releases Linear High Output DC LED Modules
Fulham Releases Linear High Output DC LED Modules New from Fulham is a range of Linear High Output LED modules providing an efficient, easy to install solution for high lumen linear applications. Featuring the latest high-efficacy high-output LEDS the new range of Linear High Output LED modules from Fulham deliver up to 198 lumens per watt and are a cost-competitive alternative to the typical LED modules. Read more »
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