2011-05-18

An Internet Address for Every Light Bulb

NXP’s GreenChip smart lighting solution opens an entirely new dimension in energy efficient lighting                                                                                  ...
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2011-04-25

NXP Semiconductors ‘s New Controller IC

NXP Semiconductors N.V. has launched new controller IC named the GreenChip SSL4101T for Solid State LED lighting power supplies. The GreenChip SSL4101T operates in Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) of less than 20%, a high Power Factor (PF) of .99, and high efficiency of 94 percent. GreenChip technology lies at the heart of NXP's cost-effective, highly-efficient power and lighting ICs. The newly announced GreenChip SSL4101T offers a professional-grade solution with levels of efficiency of up to 94 percent. Moreover, The GreenChip SS...
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2010-11-11

NXP’s Automotive LED Driver ICs Available in Vehicle Head and Tail Lights

NXP Semiconductors N.V. has promoted two collections of automotive LED driver ICs ASL1010NTK and ASL1010PHN, designed for vehicle LED headlights and tail lights. According to NXP, automotive LEDs have used complex, relatively expensive driver ICs made for generic Solid State Lighting applications that lack many of the critical functions needed for automotive applications.
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Seoul Semiconductor has developed an innovative LED light source—SunLike—that reproduces a spectrum nearly identical to natural sunlight. The technology is gaining attention for its positive effects on eye health, including reducing ... READ MORE

Pro9™ technology uses Potassium Fluoride Silicon (KSF or PFS) phosphor to boost the efficiency of LED components, especially those delivering higher CRI. Cree LED’s Pro9 LEDs are covered under a technology license from Current Ligh... READ MORE