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Old 06-20-2012, 08:17 PM   #8
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Default Re: LED Lighting

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Originally Posted by sonicj View Post
High Output LEDs produce a lot of heat at the LED junction. So much heat, that if not dissipated, will result in a very quick death of the emitter. (basically, it will burn itself up) This heat has be dissipated in a manner that keeps the junction temperature below its maximum ratings. (cooler than maximum is preferred as it typically means more light & longer life) A big chunky heatsink is usually the answer.
-sj
Thank you for the info, but I'm going with "cause it makes them look HOT"
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