Lumex has announced the expansion of the QuasarBrite UV family of LEDs to include three more standard wavelengths and also announced the availability of custom UV LED arrays. According to the company, the UV LEDs do not use mercury, have a lifespan of up to 50,000h, provide 50% cost savings and 70% energy consumption savings. The RoHs-compliant LEDs are available in standard 355, 365 and 377nm wavelengths in a through-hole format. They are suitable for applications including security such as counterfeit detection for currency, passports and other travel documents, forensic applications related to forensic analysis of bodily fluids and photocatalyst for air and water purifier applications in homes, offices, and automobiles. The UV LEDs feature 80° viewing angle and operate from -40 to 100°C.
