Luxeon Rebel becomes first 'UL Recognized' DC Power LED

Nov. 4, 2009
Date Announced: 04 Nov 2009 -- Simplifying UL Certification & Speeding Time To Market For New Solid State Lighting [Originally released August 26, 2009; revised November 4, 2009]SAN JOSE, CA —- Faster, simpler listing of new solid state lighting applications by Underwriters Laboratories (UL) has just become a reality with UL recognition of Philips Lumileds’ LUXEON Rebel LEDs – the first high power DC LEDs to earn UL Recognized certification. The recognition will speed time to market by making it possible to obtain UL Listed status for new luminaires built with LUXEON Rebel without requiring a full in-system LED component investigation. In addition, being UL Recognized will help bring increased efficiency to LED applications, such as street lights, by facilitating the use of Class 1 power supplies. The LUXEON Rebel lens meets the requirements to be considered an electrical enclosure under UL standards, eliminating the need for a full UL investigation that in the past has discouraged the use of more efficient Class 1 power sources. “Many solid state lighting manufacturers that sell products in the U.S. seek UL listing. Until now, the process has been very confusing,” said Rudi Hechfellner, Director of Applications at Philips Lumileds. “By using LUXEON Rebel, engineers can rely on clear direction from UL, shorten UL review cycles, and avoid unexpected issues that might arise in the luminaire certification process.” LUXEON Rebel LEDs can now be found in UL’s Online Certifications Directory. They are compliant with UL OOI 8750, the interim standard for certifying LED light sources for use in lighting products. More information can be found at http://ulstandardsinfonet.ul.com/outscope/outscope.asp?fn=8750.html. About Philips Lumileds Philips Lumileds is the world's leading provider of power LEDs for illumination solutions. The company's leading light output, efficacy and thermal management are direct results of the ongoing commitment to advancing solid-state lighting technology and enabling lighting solutions that are more environmentally friendly, help reduce CO2 emissions and reduce the need for power plant expansion. Philips Lumileds' LUXEON LEDs are enabling new solutions for shop, outdoor, office, school, and home lighting applications. More information about the company's LUXEON LED products and solid-state lighting technologies can be found at www.philipslumileds.com.

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