A light-emitting diode (LED) is a semiconductor diode that emits incoherent narrow-spectrum lightwhen electrical current is applied in the forward direction.
An LED consists of several layers of semiconducting material
When an LED is operated with DC current, light is generated in the active layer
The generated light is radiated directly or by reflections
In contrast to incandescent lamps, which emit a continuous spectrum, an LED emits light in a certain color
The color of the light depends on the material used.
Different voltages between 2-4 V are necessary in order to operate diodes of different colors in conducting direction.
Low energy consumption
Extremely long life
Very low early failure rate
Smallest dimensions
Shock and vibration resistant
No ultra-violet or infrared radiation
Low wattage
Directed light - Lambertian emitter with beam angle 120°
High color saturation
Creative design options due to a multitude of available colors, compact dimensions and flexible modules
High economical efficiency due to low energy consumption, long life and low maintenance cost
Highest reliability even under difficult condition