2010-01-28

Semtech Introduces Next-Generation, Low Voltage Level Shifting I/O Expander Platform with an Advanced LED Driver and Keypad Engine

The SX1508/SX1509 comes with smart features optimized for battery-powered devices Semtech Corp., a leading supplier of analog and mixed-signal semiconductors, announced the SX1508 and SX1509, two next-generation low voltage level shifting I/O expanders that come in eight- and 16-channels, respectively, with an advanced LED driver and keypad engine capability.
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2010-01-28

Mitsubishi Electric to show large-screen OLED at ISE 2010

Mitsubishi Electric has confirmed that it will show a 149" prototype OLED screen at ISE 2010. Believed to be the world's first scalable OLED screen technology, the new system aroused considerable world-wide interest when it was revealed at last October's CEATEC show in Tokyo. A world-leader in outdoor LED screen technology with its Diamond Vision screens, the company believes OLED has the potential to similarly revolutionise its indoor commercial displays business.
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2010-01-27

New QuasarBrite™ UV LEDs from LUMEX, provide superior light performance and 10 times longer lifespan

Available in multiple wavelengths, new UV LEDs generate up to 50% cost savings Lumex announces the global launch of their QuasarBrite™ UV family of LED technologies. The UV LEDs provide a 10 times longer lifespan, tight beam angle, enhanced durability and up to 50% cost savings compared to alternative technologies. The RoHs compliant QuasarBrite UV LEDs are available in 385nm, 405nm and 415nm wavelengths at 4-6mW in through-hole format.
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2010-01-27

enLux Introduced new LED down light: the DL-1 TC Series

Modular Components Provide Flexibility for New and Replacement Installations enLux™ Lighting Inc., announced that a low-power, high-illumination LED down light is now available with a variety of tapered cone trim sizes and colors in a modular design permitting a vast array of choices.  The new product, called the DL-1 TC Series, which is also dimmable, is now available from authorized enLux distributors.  The LED lamp uses just 14 watts to provide 750 lumens.
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2010-01-27

Altman’s 4-Channel LED Entertainment Lights Deliver 281 Trillion Colors

Entertainment venues around the world are able to light their stages with over 281 trillion colors, including improved rendering of warm colors such as skin tones, thanks to two solid state lighting fixtures from Altman Lighting featuring an unusual combination of LUXEON Rebel® red, green, blue and amber LEDs. The light engines that drive both color-changing fixtures were developed with the assistance of Future Lighting Solutions.
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2010-01-27

Veeco Introduces the NT9080(TM) Surface Metrology System

Veeco introduced the NT9080(TM) Surface Metrology System, which combines non-contact white light interferometry, operator ease of use, and affordability for both expert- and entry-level precision surface measurements. Utilizing over 25 years of Veeco's optical profiler technology expertise, the NT9080 is a streamlined three-dimensional (3D) measurement system suited to a wide range of cost-sensitive research and industry applications, from solar cell texture mapping to the characterization of precision machined parts.
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2010-01-26

LTW Technologies' LED LIGHTWAVE therapy device receives 5 FDA clearances

LTW Technologies has received 5 FDA clearances for its proprietary and unique multi-wavelength LED LIGHTWAVE therapy device. The LIGHTWAVE DELUXE series utilizes a revolutionary light therapy combination of Red light therapy, Blue light therapy and Infrared light therapy.
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2010-01-26

Camtek Introduces a New Semiconductor Inspection System for the LED Market

Camtek Ltd., today introduced a new Semiconductor Inspection tool focused on the special requirements of the LED Market. Camtek's Condor 5LED is a new AOI (Automated Optical Inspection) system designed to provide solutions to a variety of requirements that are unique to LED Semiconductor Manufacturers.
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2010-01-26

LedEngin, Inc. New 365nm Power LED Product Delivers Record 700mW from Single Emitter

Latest Line of UV Emitters for Curing, Medical, Sterilization, Forensics, Currency Verification and Blacklight Blue Applications
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2010-01-25

Sharp to Launch new LED Light Bulbs in Japan

On February 26, 2010, Sharp Corp will release four types of LED light bulbs in Japan. They are two types of E17 small-size bulbs and two types of E26 spherical bulbs and come in two colors (daylight and incandescent colors). The size of the power supply unit was reduced by using the company's original LED device.
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2010-01-22

BetaLED® Introduces 100+ lumen per watt LED Luminaires

304 Series will lead industry in energy savings and lighting performance BetaLED, a division of Ruud Lighting, Inc., introduces the 304 Series luminaires, BetaLED’s first luminaire to achieve landmark performance of over 100 lumens per watt (LPW). The 304 Series luminaires with 100+ LPW have the potential to make a significant impact on our environment by saving as much as 70 percent in energy use.
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2010-01-21

Fiberoptics Technology Inc. (FTI) Announces the Launch of a High Power LED Light Engine for Large Active Diameter Medical and Industrial Applications.

Fiberoptics Technology Inc. (FTI) announces the launch of a high power LED light engine for large active diameter medical and industrial applications. The patent pending device will be certified by ETL under the UL lab/industrial protocol, and will be CE certified. The unit will be manufactured at the company's new electronic assembly facility in Pomfret CT beginning in April 2010. FTI began designing and manufacturing light source products in 2004.
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2010-01-21

Cree Brings the LED Lighting Revolution Home

New Residential Fixture Demonstrated at 2010 International Builder’s Show Cree, Inc., a market leader in LED lighting, announces the demonstration of a new 6-inch LED downlight designed for the residential market. The Cree CR6 LED downlight is being shown this week at the 2010 International Builder’s Show in Las Vegas.
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2010-01-20

Diodes Incorporated Announces an LED Driver that Reduces Size and Cost of Lighting Products

Diodes Incorporated, a leading global manufacturer and supplier of high-quality application specific standard products within the broad discrete and analog semiconductor markets, today announced a 1 Amp rated linear mode, constant-current LED driver specifically designed to reduce the size and cost of a range of general illumination products, including flashlights and lighting in emergency, garden and poolside applications.
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2010-01-20

Magnalight.com Adds Multi-Purpose Underwater LED Light Effective to 60 Meters

Larson Electronics’ magnalight.com introduced the LEDEUL4 underwater LED light for wet area and submerged applications. At 12 watts, this LED light can be configured with visible, color or infrared LEDs and operates on 9-32 volts. Producing 720 lumens and measuring 4.25 inches in diameter and 1.25 inches thick, the underwater LED light is mounted with three through holes. The sealed junction box design eliminates the need for ‘bedding’ concerns and ensures watertight and moisture tight design.
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2010-01-19

Lighting Breakthrough: New GE LED module simplifies lighting, makes luminaires upgradeable and serviceable

Simple clockwise twist mates the LED module to the fixture housing for necessary thermal, electrical and mechanical connectivity; GE commercializing through luminaire manufacturers
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2010-01-18

Neopac Announced the King of LEDs Lamp - Neobulb Epoch VIII - for Indoor High Bay Down Light

NeoBulb Lighting, Ltd., A subsidiary of NeoPac Lighting Group, recently announced NeoBulb Epoch series. With technology tackled the highest power density for the LEDs illumination, the LEDs indoor lamps can replace traditional 400w mercury lamps and be mostly suitable for a variety of commercial and industrial places such as warehouses, plants, halls, airports, train stations, stadiums and showrooms that need high quality illumination.
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2010-01-15

Orb Optronix announces new standard LED testing services for Pulse Width Modulated (PWM) and Single Pulse LED Characterization

Orb Optronix announced today the company will offer Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) and Single Pulse LED Characterization through its LED Test and Measurement Lab as standard testing services. PWM and Single Pulse LED Characterization services were previously offered as customized tests for customers. In response to requests from customers, these services have been automated and are now offered as standard tests.
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2010-01-15

Grote Rolls Introduces New LED Hook-Up Lamp

Grote Industries has introduced the new SuperNova LED Hook-Up Lamp, designed to focus LED WhiteLight in areas not commonly well lit by traditional hook-up lamps. According to the company, the new lamp creates a controlled, 250-lumen beam pattern that focuses brighter, more usable LED WhiteLight through a work area. Grote's new SuperNova Hook-Up Lamp with optimized hook-up pattern
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2010-01-14

Cree Announces Sample Availability of Two New GaN HEMT Transistors

Cree, Inc. announces the sample release of two new GaN HEMT transistors, expanding the power range and addressable applications of the Cree product family.
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2010-01-14

Microsemi Local Dimming Technology for LED Backlights Gets Market Confirmation at CES 2010

LED Driver Chipsets Enable Flexibility and Performance in Demanding High Image Quality LCD TV Applications Microsemi Corporation, a leading manufacturer of high performance analog/mixed signal integrated circuits and high reliability semiconductors, witnessed industry confirmation for its local dimming technology designed for LED backlights in LCD TVs, many of which were introduced at the 2010 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.
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2010-01-14

Mighty Bright Introduces the LED Orchestra Light: The Ultimate Music Light for the Professional Musician

Mighty Bright announced today the introduction of the Orchestra Light, an LED clip-on music light for performing musicians. Mighty Bright, in collaboration with professional musicians from around the world, developed the LED Orchestra Light to address many common illumination needs of travelling and professional musicians.   
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2010-01-13

Cree Announces New GaN HEMT MMIC Power Amplifier

Cree, Inc. announces the release of a new GaN HEMT MMIC power amplifier, the CMPA0060025F, which offers 25 Watts output power over an instantaneous bandwidth of 20 MHz to 6 GHz. This product is ideal for military and ISM (industrial, scientific and medical) applications that require high power and broadband amplification up to 6GHz. The CMPA0060025F is packaged within a 0.25 square inch footprint, making it one of the smallest high-power amplifiers covering this bandwidth available in the marketplace.
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2010-01-13

Hitachi Cable develops high-power 55-lumen red LED chips

Hitachi Cable, Ltd. has announced the development of a high-power red LED chip*1 offering a maximum luminous flux of 55 lumens*2,*3. This luminous flux was enabled by increasing the size of the LED chip and use of a fine line electrode structure.
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2010-01-12

Kogan LED Arrives in Time for CES: Kogan Needs your Help with a Name

Kogan is very excited to announce the launch of the first ultra-thin Kogan LED TV range. On sale today are two TVs that represent another step in our efforts to smash the competition on price and value. Kogan has also updated the design of its latest LED TVs with a stylish construction and frame. There are two new Kogan LED TVs available at the following pre-sale special prices: 26-inch Kogan LED – $599 32-inch Kogan LED – $799
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2010-01-12

Special Forces Infrared added to TigerFlare LED Emergency Lighting Systems

TigerFlare LED Electronic Flares replace disposable chemical flares that are traditionally used by Law Enforcement and Fire Departments to illuminate hazard scenes and vehicle checkpoints.
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2010-01-11

Samsung Partners With Luminus Devices to Launch The First LED-Based Data Front Projector

Samsung’s new LED data projector leverages PhlatLight PT-120 LEDs to slash total cost of ownership, deliver unprecedented color quality and reliability
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2010-01-08

ViewSonic's New Smarter, Greener Displays to Drive LED Monitor Discussion at CES

ViewSonic announces 10 ViewLED panel technology, Full HD and 3D-ready LCD monitor solutions ViewSonic Corp., a leading global provider of visual display, computing and digital content solutions, today introduced 10 new consumer monitors. With brand new product categories, a broader range of monitor sizes and industry-leading technologies such as ViewLED backlighting and Full HD realism, ViewSonic’s monitors are the ones to watch at this year’s show.
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2010-01-08

Luminus Devices’ PhlatLight LEDs Power New HX300G XGA Ultra-Compact Projectors From LG Electronics

HX300G’s high-brightness and increased resolution create new opportunities for lamp-free projectors in business and home display markets Luminus Devices, Inc., developer and manufacturer of high light output, “Big Chip” PhlatLight® LEDs, today announced that its award-winning PhlatLight LEDs are powering the HX300G, LG’s latest sub-1kg high-brightness LED projectors.
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2010-01-08

Viewsonic leaps into CES with new VIEWLED™ TV lineup

ViewSonic announces four new LED eco-friendly panel TVs for consumers to enjoy a brilliant full HD experience in any room in the home ViewSonic® Corp., a leading global provider of visual display, computing and digital content solutions, today introduced its new ViewLED™ eco-friendly LED TV offerings. From 19” to 42”, these latest solutions are ideal for connecting consumers to the Full HD, dynamic entertainment experience in any room in the home.
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VueReal, the pioneer of MicroSolid Printing™, today announced a significant expansion of its Reference Design Kit (RDK) portfolio with new industry-specific bundles. Purpose-built for automotive and consumer electronics, the vertical RDK... READ MORE

ViewSonic Corp., a leading global provider of visual and edtech solutions, announces the shipping of LDS138-151, a 138-inch all-in-one, mobile Direct View LED Display Solution Kit. The ViewSonic LDS138-151 is a fully pre-assembled kit that bui... READ MORE