Smooth colour mixing becomes the standard

When secondary optics are applied, the consistent focal length maximises optical efficiency and provides matching emission patterns, enabling sleek colour mixing.

Smooth colour mixing is particularly significant in studio, stage and television lighting applications that may combine seven colours or more. “Initial feedback from studio lighting professionals confirms that Lumileds LUXEON C Color LEDs’ precise colour mixing and optical performance will enable a new generation of lighting designs,” said Cosenza.

High center beam candle power or 'punch' is often essential in architectural lighting. Applications such as tall, narrow wall washers take advantage of LUXEON C Colors’ low dome design, which keeps the source size small, leading to higher punch, more compact optics and greater optical control. Narrow beams are also utilised in emergency vehicle lighting, where superior punch is essential.

In addition to these key benefits, LUXEON C Color is the industry’s first hot tested colour line. By specifying LED performance at 85°C, customers get guaranteed performance at application conditions. “Predicting changes in chromaticity and light output across temperature for different colors is now a problem of the past,” said Cosenza. And by using the industry’s lowest thermal resistance substrates (as low as 2.8°C/W), customers can drive the LEDs harder.

The LUXEON C Color Line features a broad portfolio of colors in a compact, 2x2 mm package. Colours include PC Amber, Red-Orange, Red, Cyan, Green, Blue and Royal Blue. Phosphor-converted whites are initially available at 4000K and 5700K with 70 CRI.