LED Selection Guide

Expert guidance for choosing the right LED solution. From automotive lighting to biomedical applications, find the perfect match for your technical requirements and performance goals.

How to Select the Right LED

Follow our systematic approach to identify the optimal LED solution based on your specific requirements.

 

Define Requirements

Identify application needs, environmental conditions, operating parameters, and certification requirements.

 

Technical Specifications

Determine luminous flux, color temperature, CRI, beam angle, power consumption, and thermal requirements.

 

Package Selection

Choose appropriate package type based on size constraints, thermal management needs, and assembly method.

 

Validation & Testing

Review datasheets, request samples, and conduct performance testing under actual operating conditions.

LED Package Types

Compare different LED packages based on performance characteristics and application suitability.

SMD LEDs

Surface Mount
Compact
High Density
Typical Sizes
2835, 3030, 3528, 5050
Power Range
0.1W – 3W per chip
Thermal Management
PCB heat sinking required
Best For:

Backlighting, general illumination, decorative lighting, consumer electronics where space is limited.

COB LEDs

High Density
Uniform Light
High Lumen
Chip Configuration
Multiple chips on single substrate
Power Range
5W – 200W+
Thermal Management
Active cooling required
Best For:

High-brightness applications, spot lighting, downlights, track lighting requiring uniform illumination.

High Power LEDs

Ceramic Package
High Current
Industrial Grade
Package Types
3535, 5050, 7070 ceramic
Current Rating
350mA – 3A+
Thermal Management
Heatsink required
Best For:

Automotive headlights, industrial lighting, UV curing, applications requiring high flux density and reliability.

Technical Parameter Comparison

Detailed comparison of key performance parameters across different LED technologies.

Parameter SMD LED COB LED High Power LED
Luminous Efficacy (lm/W) 120-180 100-160 130-200
Thermal Resistance (°C/W) 10-25 1-5 2-8
Maximum Junction Temperature 125°C 150°C 150°C
CRI Range 70-95+ 80-95+ 70-95+
Color Consistency
Excellent

 
 
 
 
 
Very Good

 
 
 
 
 
Good

 
 
 
 
 
Typical Lifetime (L70) 25,000-50,000 hrs 30,000-50,000 hrs 50,000-100,000 hrs

Select by Application

Choose your application to see recommended LED solutions and technical considerations.

Automotive Lighting Solutions

High-reliability LEDs for exterior and interior automotive applications

Headlights & DRLs

Recommended: High-power ceramic LEDs (3535, 5050 package)
Key Requirements: High flux density, thermal stability
Typical Luminous Flux: 1000-2000 lm @ 350mA

Signal Lights

Recommended: High-brightness SMD LEDs
Key Requirements: Fast response time
Color Options: Red, Amber, White

Interior Lighting

Recommended: SMD LEDs with high CRI
Key Requirements: Low profile, uniform illumination
Typical CRI: >80 for general applications

 

Medical & Biomedical Solutions

Precision LEDs for diagnostic, therapeutic, and surgical applications

Surgical Lighting

Recommended: High CRI COB LEDs
Key Requirements: CRI >95, shadow reduction
Typical Color Temp: 4000K-5000K

Phototherapy

Recommended: High-power narrow spectrum LEDs
Key Requirements: Precise wavelength control
Common Wavelengths: 415nm, 450nm, 630nm

Diagnostic Equipment

Recommended: SMD LEDs with tight binning
Key Requirements: Stable output, minimal drift
Certifications: ISO 13485 compliance

 

Display & Signage Solutions

High-density, color-accurate LEDs for visual display applications

Video Walls

Recommended: High-density SMD LEDs
Key Requirements: Uniform brightness, wide viewing angle
Pixel Pitch: 0.9mm – 10mm depending on application

Architectural Lighting

Recommended: RGBW LED modules
Key Requirements: Color mixing, dimming control
Control Protocols: DMX, DALI, wireless options

Retail Displays

Recommended: High CRI LED strips
Key Requirements: Color accuracy, flexibility
Typical CRI: >90 for product showcasing

 

Industrial Lighting Solutions

Rugged, high-performance LEDs for industrial and commercial applications

Factory Lighting

Recommended: High-power LED fixtures
Key Requirements: High efficacy, long lifetime
Typical Efficacy: 150-200 lm/W

UV Curing

Recommended: UV LED arrays
Key Requirements: High irradiance, stable output
Wavelengths: 365nm, 385nm, 395nm, 405nm

Machine Vision

Recommended: Structured light LEDs
Key Requirements: Uniform illumination, flicker-free
Typical Power: 10W – 100W arrays

Technical Support & Resources

Access comprehensive technical documentation, simulation tools, and engineering support for successful LED integration.

 
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Application Notes
 
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