Cree seeks to beat mid-power LEDs on intensity

Cree has introduced lens-less surface-mount LEDs in a 7x7mm format, emitting over most of their surface area.

MHD-E and MHD-G deliver 1,800 lm at 14W and 2,500 lm at 19W respectively, and build on the earlier 5x5mm MHB-A.

“MH LEDs enable a smaller board size, tighter beam angle and a more traditional appearance than mid-power LEDs,” said Cree. “They are ideal for semi-directional, high-lumen applications such as down-light, high bay and outdoor area applications.”

Colour temperatures from 2,700 to 6,500K (in EasyWhite bins) with CRI from 70 to 90, and there are multiple voltage options.

“We’re offering chip-on-board performance to lighting manufacturers that prefer surface mount technology, making it easier for them to achieve lower system cost than with the same commoditized mid-power LEDs that everyone is using,” is Cree marketing director Paul Thieken’s take on the products.

MH LEDs	MHB-A			MHD-E			MHD-G
	9V	18V	36V	9V	18V	36V	18V	36V
Size (mm)	5 x 5			7 x 7			7 x 7
Maximum output (lm)	830 lm (7W)			1,807 lm (14W)			2,545 lm (19W)
Typical Vf (85°C)	9.25	18.5	37	9.1	18.2	36.3	18.2	36.4
Current Range (mA)	480-700	240-350	120-175	800-1,400	400-700	200-350	700-1,000	350-500
Maximum Power (W)	7			13			19