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LED lights offer many benefits. They are economical, efficient, don't flicker, and there's no delay when switching on. Light output is easily varied using a LED dimming driver. While notÊinitially the cheapest option, the long-life expectancy and low energy consumption means LED lights are more economicalÊin the long run. ...Read More
One of the most important aspects of specifying LED lighting is to verify LED driver compatibility. There are over a dozen major LED manufacturers plus many smaller suppliers and each has its own requirements. Additionally, there's the need to consider the range of potential driver configurations, AC supply voltage, the number of LEDs controlled by each driver, and whether to include the ability to dim LEDs. ...Read More
Order your ÊLED driver board or other products from ERP with full confidence. You can be sure you will be getting products based on the best and the latest technology at the most competitive prices. You can also be sure of timely delivery so that you can go on with your operations as scheduled.Ê Ê Consult our comprehensive LED guideÊthen contact us about your order with confidence. ...Read More
In the world of electronics, a light-emitting diode (LED) is one of most ubiquitous components available to the consumer. The simplest ones provide energy in a simple circuit for such low-power end uses as indicator lights. High-power LED circuits, on the other hand, are used to drive a variety of more sophisticated and energy-intensive applications such as outdoor flood lights, street lamps and billboards. Here are a few things to know about them. ...Read More
Adjustable power supplies are eminently affordable in terms of both initial purchase price and subsequent operating costs. The best ones provide a combination of low component count for low cost with high-efficiency for low power consumption and high power density to maintain a small size. In addition, programmable power supplies can drive multiple lighting fixtures thus lowering inventory costs. ...Read More
All LED drivers fill the role of regulating the power supply leading to a string or strings of LEDs. ÊAÊhigh power LED driver is important when LEDs ÊrequireÊlarger amounts of power for applications including automotive use, grow lights, flashlights and/or emergency lighting. ÊLED drivers can be used to dim the LEDs they power and vary in design, depending on whether they will be used with an AC or DC input power source. The ideal driver will maximize the efficiency of the entire circuit and should be extremely reliable. ...Read More
In recent years, LED lighting technology has exploded, bringing with it a surge in the number of useful applications. Today's LEDs can be used to fill virtually any type of indoor or outdoor lighting need and have increased the efficiency within automobiles. Unique and novel ideas of utilizing LEDs includeÊapplications such as wallpaper that allows the color of a room to be changed with the flick of a switch, office ceiling panels that mimic the appearance of the open sky, and decorative lighting strips that can enhance the appearance of any location.Ê ...Read More
Power conversion occurs any time the form, voltage or frequency of electrical energy or currentÊis altered. To properly power LED lights, drivers are added to the circuit to convert AC power into the DC powerÊrequired by these ultra efficient devices. The voltage must also be significantly reduced to prevent damage to, or Êpremature failure of, the bulbs themselves. An AC to DC powerÊconverter is known as a rectifier which utilizes one or more diodes to allow incoming current to pass in only one direction, thus creating DC. A filter or smoothing circuit is then used to reduce any remaining "ripple" in the electrical current.Ê ...Read More
All LED lights require the integration of an appropriate driver to deliver the proper amount of electricity to the circuit. LED driversÊfill an equivalent role to the ballast in fluorescent lights orÊtransformers for low-voltage bulbs. Because LEDs require low voltage andÊdirect current, drivers must be used to change the alternating currentÊfound in most residential and commercial buildings into a usableÊDC version. Drivers may be internal or external and areÊneeded to protect the bulbs from energy fluctuations which could result in bulbÊfailure, poorÊefficiency,Êor premature degradation, due toÊhigh temperaturesÊcaused by the presence ofÊexcessive current within the circuit. ...Read More
LED technology is evolving rapidlyÊand consumers are reaping the benefits of lower energy bills each and every month. While energy savings are the leading reason companies and homeowners are making the switch, there are many other benefits to consider when choosing to install dimmable LED lighting. These benefits include longevity, convenience, comfort, efficiency, and safety.Ê ...Read More