Supertex introduced HV9973—a patented, isolated, constant current LED driver for use in high voltage solid-state lighting applications such as incandescent bulb retrofits. The IC achieves +/-3% ...

The early years of any technology are invariably the most exciting, as we welcome a whole new way of doing things that is simpler, faster, or more efficient. But with that excitement typically comes ...

HIGH-POWER LEDS are a completely different light source compared to previous technologies used in general illumination applications. Therefore, to leverage the optimal fixture life-expectancy and ...

Complete solid-state lighting (SSL) solutions require technical expertise in myriad technologies — several distinct, high-level areas are easily identified (see Fig. 1). Knowledge in one area can be ...

The Energy Star criteria for solid-state lighting luminaires are the target of widespread applications and progressive plans to raise the bar in future years. Understanding of the requirements, along ...