Molex Showcases Patent-Pending LED Socket for Solid State Lighting

With thermal management for compact electronic devices in mind, Molex showcases its patent-pending LED socket technology. Molex LED socket technology reduces component count, permitting automated high-speed pick-and-placement of LEDs and resistors to greatly reduce cycle time and overall cost. Designed to support emerging solid state lighting (SSL) technologies, the LED socket will be used to power Seoul Semiconductor’s Acriche AC LED. Additional features include: Automated pick-and-place components for high-volume, low-cost assembly; Ability to connect with standard Edison-base, GU 24-base, or custom interface configurations; heat sink and electrical connections; compatibility with reflow solder for manufacturability; and no driver, transformer, or inductor; it runs directly from 110 Volts with Acriche.