Marktech Optoelectronics today announces it has been named a finalist in the Cleantech/Sustainability category of the 2024 Best of Sensors Awards for “235 nm and 255 nm Deep UVC LEDs and Detectors.” The awards program, presented by Sensors Converge and Fierce Electronics, honors the best in sensor technologies, the sensor ecosystem, people, and companies. 235 nm and 255 nm Deep UVC LEDs and Detectors. Image Credit: Marktech Optoelectronics Deep UVC light sources play a crucial role in pollution and water quality sensors, including nutrien...

Crystal IS, an Asahi Kasei company, today announced the successful serial production of 100 mm diameter single-crystal aluminum nitride (AlN) substrates with 99% usable area, based on current requirements for UVC LEDs, with manufacturing to take place in the United States. The ultra-wide bandgap and high thermal conductivity of AlN help to improve device reliability and performance not only in UVC LEDs but also in next-generation RF and power devices. “The improvement of our large diameter substrate quality over the last nine months showcases the expert...

Leveraging extensive experience and expertise in high-power LED and VCSEL packaging, UVT provides LED packaging, optical design, mechanism design, IC integration services, and high-quality packaging contract manufacturing services, creating greater value for its clients and fostering a mutually beneficial relationship. The company has been active in attending the specialized event OPIE Yokohama held in Japan. TrendForce had the opportunity to interview general manager Ethan Chen to delve deeper into the company’s product development plans and progress for 20...

From May 20th to 22nd, Nichia will exhibit at 2024 IUVA Americas Conference co-located with RadTech 2024 in Orlando, Florida. The purpose of the International Ultra-Violet Association America's conference is to present the recent advancement in technology and research addressing the environmental, health, and treatment process challenges of today, in addition to discussing the current trends in UV regulations and new applications. This year, since the event will be co-located with RadTech 2024, we expect to see a shared focus between UV disinfection and curing a...

Kiyosu, Japan, April 22, 2024: Toyoda Gosei Co., Ltd. has developed deep ultraviolet (UV-C) LEDs with light output that is among the highest in the world.1 UV-C is used in disinfection as it destroys viral and bacterial DNA structures and inhibits their replication. As an alternative light source for mercury lamps used for disinfection, improved performance of UV-C LEDs has been expected. Sample sales of Toyoda Gosei’s high performance LEDs will begin internationally from April 2024,2 to promote their wider use for disinfecting water, air and surface. ...

Violumas is proud to announce the addition of new VC3X3 COB Module configurations to its extensive, high power UV LED product lineup. The M3X3L9 module sets are available in UVB and UVC wavelengths (265nm, 275nm, 295nm, 310nm) and are comprised of the Violumas VC3X3 UV LED COB and a fan-cooled heatsink for a complete, validated product ready for testing and integration. Utilizing the patented 3-PAD LED Flip Chip and Super Pillar MCPCB, the VC3X3 COB array is structured with a high density 9-chip LED array under a single 90&de...

Also filters airborne allergens including pollen, dust mites, mold spores, and pet dander Farmington Hills, MI – Lumileds, a leading lighting solutions company, has created the Philips GoPure GP5611 automotive air purifier, designed to clean air quickly and efficiently to reduce the transmission of airborne viruses, bacteria, and allergens. Designed to fit in most vehicle cup holders, the GP5611 is USB powered and whisper-quiet. It filters the cabin air with three advanced technologies: a Philips SaniFilter Plus filter, a HESAMax filtration cartridge, and a...

Based in the heart of Silicon Valley, Violumas, the UV division of Cofan Group, specializes full-service UV LED products and solutions. Its patented 3-PAD Flip Chip technology enables the combined use of UV LED technologies and applications by having extremely powerful and reliable product portfolios. With comprehensive product lineups from chips, UV LED packages, UV LED modules, UV-C LED water reactors, Violumas is dedicated to full-service UV LED solutions for the UV-A, UV-B and UV-C range (405 to 265nm) to satisfy the customer needs ...

Nichia, a leading optoelectronic semiconductor manufacturer, has been dedicated to the innovation of advanced technologies for a wide range of applications in the LED and laser diodes industries. The company consistently maintains a global presence with a network established by its key representatives and partners worldwide. TrendForce had the honor of interviewing Mr. Hideki Hayashi （林 秀樹）， the Manager at Nichia， to learn more about the company's technological advancements in the UV LED sector as well as its market prospective and outlook. [Photo: Mr. Hideki ...