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Application of Metal Core Pcbs in the Development of LED Technology

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  • 23 Apr 2024

The LED industry has developed rapidly in recent years, but LED heat dissipation has always been a major problem in the development of the lighting industry. The application of Metal core PCB can effectively solve the problem of LED heat dissipation. With the application of high-power LEDs, heat dissipation has become one of the most critical technologies among many problems. The thermal and electrical conductivity of Metal core PCB has also attracted more and more attention in the industry and is used in LEDs.

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With the rapid development of science and technology, LED lighting technology has become a core component in smart homes, urban lighting and industrial applications. Circuit boards in lighting systems mainly use Metal core PCB, especially aluminum Core PCB and copper core PCB, which are playing a decisive role. They not only solve the heat dissipation problem of LED lamps, but also greatly improve the overall efficiency and lifespan, leading the way. The lighting industry is moving toward higher energy efficiency and longer life.

LED industry application Metal core PCB

Metal core PCB, as a key component of lighting technology, is mainly divided into two categories: aluminum Core PCB and copper core PCB. Aluminum Core PCB has become the first choice for medium and low power LED applications due to its high cost performance and good overall performance. Although copper core PCB has a higher cost, it occupies a place in high-power LED design due to its excellent thermal conductivity and current carrying capacity. These two materials build an efficient heat conduction channel by attaching an insulation layer and a copper foil circuit layer to the metal base layer, allowing the heat generated by the LED to be quickly transferred to the outside, effectively preventing the impact of high temperature on the performance and life of the LED. The following is a detailed introduction to the applications of aluminum Core PCB and copper core PCB.

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Aluminum Core PCB Popularity and Innovation

Aluminum Core PCB is widely used in LED lighting, such as indoor lighting, flashlights, street lamps and miner's lamps, due to its excellent thermal conductivity, electrical insulation performance and machinability. Its good cost performance, good dimensional stability and thermal expansion make aluminum Core PCB a key factor in improving the cost performance of LED lamps.

Copper core PCB high-end performance

Compared with aluminum Core PCB, copper core PCB (thermal conductivity is higher than aluminum Core PCB) has shown unparalleled advantages in high-power LED applications. It can be used in high-performance LED lighting applications, allowing the copper core PCB to quickly dissipate heat and is suitable for LEDs that have extremely high requirements for heat dissipation.


In high-frequency circuits and extreme temperature environments, the use of copper core PCB can ensure the stable operation of LED lamps and extend their service life. Although the cost is higher, in the long run, the economic benefits brought by its high efficiency are obvious.

 copper core PCB

Using copper PCB in LED, combined with LED intelligent dimming system, dynamically adjusts LED brightness, which can reduce unnecessary energy consumption and further improve energy efficiency. The metal base forms a complete heat dissipation system in the LED, ensuring that LED lighting products can maintain optimal working conditions under various applications.

 

As the core support of LED lighting technology, Metal core PCB is constantly innovating and optimizing through technology. As a high-efficiency and energy-saving revolution brought about by the global lighting industry, it promotes the development of the lighting field.


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