Bridgelux RS Array Series Product Data Sheet DS25 (8/30/2013 rev3)

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Cautionary Statements

CAUTION: CONTACT WITH OPTICAL AREA

Avoid any contact with the optical area. Do not touch the optical area of the LED Array or apply mechanical

stress to the yellow phosphor resin area

– it could damage the LED Array.

Optics and reflectors must not be mounted in contact with the yellow phosphor resin area (LES) or the white

ring that surrounds the yellow phosphor area. Using the white ring to secure optics can result in damage to the

LED Array as the ring is not designed to act as a mechanical locating feature. Optical devices may be

mounted on the top surface of the LED Array substrate outside of the white ring maximum OD as specified in

the product data sheet. Use the mechanical features of the LED Array substrate edges and/or mounting holes

to locate and secure the optical device as needed.

CAUTION: EYE SAFETY

Eye safety classification for the use of Bridgelux LED Arrays is in accordance with IEC specification EN62471;

Photobiological Safety of Lamps and Lamp Systems. Bridgelux LED Arrays are classified as Risk Group 1

(Low Risk) when operated at or below their rated test current. Please use appropriate precautions. It is

important that employees working with LEDs are trained to use them safely.

CAUTION: RISK OF BURN

Do not touch the LED Array or resin area during operation. Allow the LED Array to cool for a sufficient period

of time before handling. The LED Array may reach elevated temperatures such that it can burn skin when

touched.

CAUTION: CHEMICAL EXPOSURE HAZARD

Exposure to some chemicals commonly used in luminaire manufacturing and assembly can cause damage to

the LED Array. Please consult Application Note AN11 for additional information.