Backlighting Technology

MicroLens molded backlighting technology provides uniform, high-output backlighting with very low power. Display designers employing standard LCD modules as well as chip-on-glass or "tab"-driven LCDs can achieve high brightness using few LEDs.

The product's light extraction features are precisely molded into the panel, which helps maximize the lighting efficiency and is effective for applications where brightness, power and cost are primary design considerations. Panel sizes as large as 1.0 in. W x 5 in. L can be backlit with only one LED. Since the backlights are LED based, there is no power converter necessary.

Single panels can light LCD and keypad combinations with as few as two LEDs, reducing the power required to backlight cellular phones, remote control units or other handheld instruments. This technology offers a "transition" area that spreads the light uniformly across the active area in a thin package. Mechanical holding features can be designed into the backlight to mount chip on glass or chip on flex LCDs or other components, helping to reduce assembly and material costs.

Lumitex, Inc., 8443 Dow Circle, Strongsville, OH 44136. Tel: 440-243-8401; Fax: 440-243-8402.