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XLamp
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mL-E LED
THERMAL DESIGN - PARALLEL WHITE
The maximum forward current is determined by the thermal resistance between the LED junction and ambient. It is crucial for the end
product to be designed in a manner that minimizes the thermal resistance from the solder point to ambient in order to optimize lamp life
and optical characteristics.
THERMAL DESIGN - SERIES WHITE
PARALLEL
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Maximum Current (mA)
Ambient Temperature (ºC)
Rj-a = 20°C/W
Rj-a = 30°C/W
Rj-a = 40°C/W
Rj-a = 50°C/W
SERIES
0
20
40
60
80
100
120
140
160
180
200
0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160
Maximum Current (mA)
Ambient Temperature (ºC)
Rj-a = 20°C/W
Rj-a = 30°C/W
Rj-a = 40°C/W
Rj-a = 50°C/W