Solderless LED array holder 'dramatically' improves on traditional options
A new solderless LED array holder has been announced by Molex which, according to the connector specialist, has unique compression contacts that power the arrays, eliminating the need for hand soldering or surface mount technology equipment.
Designed for Bridgelux ES arrays, Molex says the solderless screw down connection is suitable for general illumination applications such as downlighting, architectural lighting and area lighting. The array holder has a double ended wire trap terminal enabling flexibility in wire orientation, while a releasable wire trap enables field replacements and allows for upgrades to current applications.
"As LED technology becomes more prevalent, the challenge is developing products that simplify the installation process without compromising reliability or energy efficiency," said Jeremy Zidek, associate product manager, solid state lighting, Molex. "By using Molex's unmatched interconnect knowledge, our holders provide Bridgelux ES array customers with a single piece, solderless connection that is not only easy to install, but dramatically improves upon conventional LED mounting options."
