DALI is a common industry term in LED lighting and power controls, and a recognised global standard (IEC 62386) for lighting control. It stands for Digital Addressable Lighting Interface and refers to a 2-way communication system which p...
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Blue light sits between 420-470nm on the visible spectrum. Within horticultural lighting blue light is often utilised, and for good reason.
When plants receive blue light, this directly influences chlorophyll B production...
In this age of technology, security measures have become an expected and precedented part of our daily lives. From online banking and facial recognition to CCTV and physical motion sensors. LEDs are an integrated part of these security measures and s...
LED grow lights have become more commonplace in recent years. Therefore, we must think about not only the benefits but also the consequences they may have. As you likely know, bees are vital to our planet’s ecosystem. They have a key role in po...
Casambi is a popular feature on many LED drivers, which allows for wireless lighting control. The increased capabilities it enables give users intelligent and flexible control of their lighting fixtures.
Using a smartphone or tablet, wireless contro...
Within the last decade, LEDs (light emitting diodes) have become a commonplace technology. They provide ample opportunity for innovative lighting design and offer a wider range of possibilities than traditional lighting technologies such as incandesc...
Constant current (CC) and constant voltage (CV) are two terms commonly heard when discussing LED drivers. These terms distinguish between the two available types of LED driver used in electronics, particularly in LED lighting and other electronic dev...
Often when looking at horticultural lighting the overall hue tends to be reddish-purple. This is because there are two key wavelengths commonly applied to plants: deep blue and hyper red. Both colours are key and have beneficial influence on p...
The phase-cut dimming functionality, also referred to as phase-control (PC), is a form of power control through pulse-with modulation (PWM). It operates by turning the AC mains power supply to the LED light on and off twice in every mains cycle. In ...
LEDs are producing revolutionary advancements in many areas of technology and life, but none more so important than in horticulture. The complexity and knowledge required is growing daily, with different plants requiring different spectral illuminati...
An LED’s primary optic only tends to emit directional light at 120°, but this is not suitable for all applications, and therefore can cause lighting to lack intensity over distance. To get an LED to produce light in the desired way with a m...
To choose the correct LED lighting for your needs, it is important to understand what lumens refer too. Lumens measure the brightness of a light source. Here we will take a closer look at why light is measured in this way, and what this means for you...
LEDs convert electrical power into light output. During this process, heat is released as a by-product. The primary cause of LED failure is often poor thermal management. Thus, any application utilising LEDs will need to consider how much heat is cre...
Ultraviolet light is electromagnetic radiation outside the visible light spectrum. The UV spectrum of 100-400nm is invisible to the human eye and can be separated into categories, each with its own distinct characteristics and applications.
UVA ...
Near-field-communication (NFC) technology is integrated into our daily lives. It is currently used in a variety of applications, but perhaps most commonly through contactless phone payment methods like Apple Pay. In more recent years, this technology has been integrated into LED drivers, making NFC more prevalent in LED lighting applications. So what does NFC really mean? Read on to find out.
IP stands for Ingress Protection. It is a classification that is assigned to light fitting when they have been evaluated and approved for protection against water, as well as solid objects including dust and dirt. It is something commonly encoun...
Horticulture is being revolutionised by advancements in LED lighting. New technologies enabled by an ever-expanding knowledge base are demonstrating how plants require different spectral illumination and control. We know that water, nutrients, temper...
What to consider when choosing an LED driver:
Constant current (CC) or Constant voltage (CV)
Depending on your LED modules and application you may require CV or CC.
CC LED drivers are a popular choice for LED applications and are suitabl...
What is Infrared?
Infrared (IR) is a type of electromagnetic radiation with wavelengths outside of the visible light spectrum. It was discovered in 1800 by William Herschel, who conducted experiments measuring the difference in temperature between wa...
If the coronavirus pandemic taught us anything, it is that bacteria is everywhere. Every day, we are constantly at risk of contact with bacterial and viral infections. This risk is particularly prevalent when passing through places that have a lot of...
The OSLON Square Uniform is an innovative device from amsOSRAM. These LEDs deliver superior colour uniformity, without a significant drop in brightness.
This device is primarily designed for use in indoor spotlighting, museum lighting and wall washin...
Ultraviolet light is electromagnetic radiation that sits outside of the visible light spectrum and comprises of 380-740nm. The UV spectrum of 100-400nm is invisible to the human eye. Out of the light that reaches the surface of the earth, only 5-6% o...
Spectroscopy allows the composition, physical structure and electronic structure of matter to be analysed. The amsOSRAM OSLON P1616 LED emits broadband infrared light in wavelengths ranging from 650-1050nm. This allows for a wider range of objects to be analysed more accurately, ideal for spectroscopy.
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