Digi-Key – Solid-state lighting portfolio offers performance and efficiency (SST-90 Big Chip LED)

Digi-Key has announced the signing of a global distribution agreement with LED manufacturer Luminus Devices, a leader in the field of solid-state lighting technology.

Luminus’ revolutionary Big Chip LED technology offers unrivalled brightness with world-class efficiency. The world’s most recognized brands have adopted Luminus’ LEDs to enable new markets for solid-state lighting.

“Demand for Luminus Big Chip LEDs is accelerating rapidly,” stated Keith T.S. Ward, president and CEO, Luminus. “We are excited to be joining forces with Digi-Key, whose outstanding global reach and reputation in distribution of electronic components will help us better serve our customers by driving our technology into the marketplace.”

Mark Zack, vice president, global semiconductor product, Digi-Key, said: “Solid-state lighting is one of the fastest-growing segments in today’s fast-paced market. Luminus’ products, with their value-added and module-like offerings, support our full solution approach. High-efficiency, reliable LED lighting products have seen exponential expansion in recent years and Luminus Devices is among the leading suppliers of these innovative technologies. We are excited to add the Big Chip line to our expansive product offering.”

David Rubin, director of sales for North America, Luminus Devices, said: “Luminus enables engineers and designers to think differently about lighting through its Big Chip LED architecture. High flux-density LEDs allow solid state devices to replace traditional lighting technologies in applications previously not thought possible. Digi-Key has created an infrastructure that enables the lighting community to find the products that meet their needs in developing exciting new lighting solutions, and then deliver those products to the market immediately.”