7 May 2011

Molex and Bridgelux launch 120V AC version of Helieon Sustainable Light Module

After jointly launching their first Helieon Sustainable Light Module in March 2010, lighting firm and LED maker Bridgelux of Livermore, CA and Molex Inc of Lisle, IL, USA (a manufacturer of electronic, electrical and fiber-optic interconnection systems) have introduced the Helieon 120V AC Sustainable Light Module, a next-generation modular solid-state lighting solution that connects directly to 120V AC line voltage input. The module is being showcased at LIGHTFAIR International 2011 (17–19 May) in Philadelphia (Molex booth 2155 and Bridgelux booth 3311).

Eliminating the need for external drivers not only simplifies the design-in process, but also enables more efficient and consistent lighting performance, say the firms. The Helieon 120V AC module is TRIAC dimmable down to less than 5% and is compatible with a wide range of commercially available dimmers, enabling it to easily interface with many typical electrical installations.

In addition to adding the electronic driver functionality, the available product options for the module will be expanded with the introduction of a 2000 operational lumen option and the addition of a 120º viewing angle option (to complement the 24º, 32º and 50º options available). The initial product launch will include 1200 and 2000 lumen performance options in 3000K correlated color temperature (CCT) with 32º and 120º viewing angle options. Additional color temperature and viewing angle options will be introduced in the coming months.

“The Helieon 120V AC solution fully integrates the electronics into the module, reducing the variability found from the various driver manufacturers and providing light fixture manufacturers with a simplified design that offers all the benefits and flexibility of its predecessor [the Helieon module],” says Mike Picini, Molex’s VP, solid-state lighting. “Due to the integration of the driver and power conversion circuitry, the design is completely future proof, as any future improvement in LED technology can be accounted for in the driver,” he adds.

In 2010, the Helieon Sustainable Light Module was awarded the LIGHTFAIR International (LFI) ‘Most Innovative Product of the Year’ award. It is said to be the first plug-and-play sustainable solid-state lighting (SSL) system to integrate high-efficiency precision lighting with an easy-to-use socketed solution. Combining SSL technology from Bridgelux and engage-and-turn interconnect technology from Molex, the Helieon Sustainable Light Module simplifies the process of designing, building, replacing and upgrading luminaires for many lighting applications, it is claimed. “Our goal at Bridgelux is to continue reducing the complexity and cost of using LED technology for the general lighting market,” says VP of marketing Jason Posselt.

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