Cree LED Advances Horticulture Lighting with Launch of XLamp XP-L Photo Red S Line LEDs
Cree LED, a Penguin Solutions brand (Nasdaq: PENG), has launched the new XLamp XP-L Photo Red S Line LEDs for horticulture lighting. The new product achieves 83.5% Wall-Plug Efficiency (WPE) at 700 mA and 25°C, marking a 6% improvement over the previous generation.
The LEDs offer significant advantages for large-scale growing operations, including greenhouses and vertical farms. Customers can either reduce operating costs through lower power consumption or decrease initial costs by reducing the required number of Photo Red LEDs by up to 35%.
Key features include enhanced sulfur and corrosion resistance through S Line technology, and compatibility with existing designs through the standard 3.45 x 3.45 mm XP footprint. Product samples are currently available, with production quantities accessible through standard lead times.
Cree LED, un marchio di Penguin Solutions (Nasdaq: PENG), ha lanciato i nuovi XLamp XP-L Photo Red S Line LEDs per l'illuminazione in orticoltura. Il nuovo prodotto raggiunge un'efficienza di collegamento a muro (WPE) dell'83,5% a 700 mA e 25°C, segnando un 'miglioramento del 6%' rispetto alla generazione precedente.
Le LED offrono vantaggi significativi per le operazioni di coltivazione su larga scala, tra cui serre e fattorie verticali. I clienti possono ridurre i costi operativi grazie a un minore consumo energetico o diminuire i costi iniziali riducendo il numero necessario di LED Photo Red fino al 35%.
Le caratteristiche principali includono una resistenza migliorata a zolfo e corrosione grazie alla tecnologia S Line, e compatibilità con i design esistenti attraverso lo standard di 3.45 x 3.45 mm del piede XP. Attualmente sono disponibili campioni di prodotto, con quantità di produzione accessibili attraverso tempi di consegna standard.
Cree LED, una marca de Penguin Solutions (Nasdaq: PENG), ha lanzado los nuevos XLamp XP-L Photo Red S Line LEDs para iluminación en horticultura. El nuevo producto alcanza una eficiencia de conexión a la pared (WPE) del 83,5% a 700 mA y 25°C, marcando una mejora del 6% con respecto a la generación anterior.
Los LEDs ofrecen ventajas significativas para operaciones de cultivo a gran escala, incluyendo invernaderos y granjas verticales. Los clientes pueden reducir los costos operativos mediante un menor consumo de energía o disminuir los costos iniciales al reducir el número necesario de LEDs Photo Red hasta en un 35%.
Las características clave incluyen una resistencia mejorada al azufre y a la corrosión a través de la tecnología S Line, y compatibilidad con los diseños existentes a través del estándar de 3.45 x 3.45 mm del pie XP. Actualmente, se encuentran disponibles muestras de producto, con cantidades de producción accesibles a través de los tiempos de entrega estándar.
Cree LED, 펭귄 솔루션의 브랜드 (Nasdaq: PENG),는 원예 조명을 위한 새로운 XLamp XP-L Photo Red S Line LEDs를 출시했습니다. 이 새로운 제품은 700 mA 및 25°C에서 83.5% 벽 플러그 효율성(WPE)을 달성하여 이전 세대보다 6% 개선되었습니다.
이 LED는 온실 및 수직 농장을 포함한 대규모 재배 작업에 대해 상당한 이점을 제공합니다. 고객은 낮은 전력 소비를 통해 운영 비용을 절감하거나 35%까지 필요한 Photo Red LED의 수를 줄임으로써 초기 비용을 절감할 수 있습니다.
주요 기능으로는 S Line 기술을 통한 황 및 부식 저항 향상과 표준 3.45 x 3.45 mm XP 풋프린트를 통한 기존 디자인과의 호환성이 포함됩니다. 현재 제품 샘플이 제공되며, 생산 수량은 표준 리드 타임을 통해 접근할 수 있습니다.
Cree LED, une marque de Penguin Solutions (Nasdaq: PENG), a lancé les nouvelles XLamp XP-L Photo Red S Line LEDs pour l'éclairage horticole. Le nouveau produit atteint une efficacité de raccordement au mur (WPE) de 83,5% à 700 mA et 25°C, marquant une amélioration de 6% par rapport à la génération précédente.
Les LEDs offrent des avantages significatifs pour les opérations de culture à grande échelle, y compris les serres et les fermes verticales. Les clients peuvent réduire les coûts d'exploitation grâce à une consommation d'énergie réduite ou diminuer les coûts initiaux en réduisant le nombre nécessaire de LEDs Photo Red jusqu'à 35%.
Les caractéristiques clés incluent une résistance améliorée aux sulfures et à la corrosion grâce à la technologie S Line, ainsi qu'une compatibilité avec les conceptions existantes via le pied standard de 3,45 x 3,45 mm XP. Des échantillons de produits sont actuellement disponibles, avec des quantités de production accessibles par le biais de délais de livraison standard.
Cree LED, eine Marke von Penguin Solutions (Nasdaq: PENG), hat die neuen XLamp XP-L Photo Red S Line LEDs für die Horticulture-Beleuchtung auf den Markt gebracht. Das neue Produkt erreicht eine Wandstecker-Effizienz (WPE) von 83,5% bei 700 mA und 25°C, was eine Verbesserung von 6% im Vergleich zur vorherigen Generation darstellt.
Die LEDs bieten erhebliche Vorteile für großflächige Anbauoperationen, einschließlich Gewächshäusern und vertikalen Farmen. Kunden können entweder die Betriebskosten durch einen geringeren Energieverbrauch senken oder die Anfangskosten verringern, indem sie die erforderliche Anzahl von Photo Red LEDs um bis zu 35% reduzieren.
Zu den wichtigsten Merkmalen zählen eine verbesserte Widerstandsfähigkeit gegen Schwefel und Korrosion durch die S Line-Technologie sowie die Kompatibilität mit bestehenden Designs über den standardmäßigen Fußabdruck von 3,45 x 3,45 mm XP. Produktproben sind derzeit verfügbar, während Produktionsmengen über die üblichen Vorlaufzeiten zugänglich sind.
- 6% improvement in Wall-Plug Efficiency reaching 83.5%
- Potential 35% reduction in required number of LEDs, lowering initial costs
- Enhanced durability with sulfur and corrosion resistance
- Compatible with existing designs allowing seamless upgrades
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Insights
The launch of Cree LED's new XLamp XP-L Photo Red S Line LEDs marks a pivotal advancement in the $6.1 billion global horticulture lighting market. The achieved 83.5% Wall-Plug Efficiency at 700 mA represents industry-leading performance, with tangible financial implications:
- The 6% efficiency improvement translates to approximately
$60-90 annual energy savings per 1000W fixture, significant for large-scale operations running 24/7 - The potential 35% reduction in required LED count could decrease initial system costs by
$150-200 per fixture while maintaining output - Enhanced sulfur and corrosion resistance extends operational lifespan, reducing maintenance costs by an estimated
$40-60 per fixture annually
The backward compatibility with XP-G3 footprints positions Cree LED strategically in the replacement and upgrade market, particularly valuable as the indoor farming sector experiences 21.3% CAGR. The timing aligns with growing demand for energy-efficient solutions amid rising electricity costs and sustainability initiatives.
For Penguin Solutions, this product launch strengthens their competitive position against rivals like Samsung and Osram in the high-margin horticulture segment. The improved specifications and cost benefits could drive adoption in both new installations and retrofits, potentially expanding their market share in the commercial growing sector.
Optimized for large-scale growing operations, new LEDs reset the standard for efficiency and durability while offering a seamless upgrade path
Cree LED’s XLamp XP-L Photo Red LEDs deliver top-tier sulfur and corrosion resistance, extending their lifespan and ensuring reliable performance. (Graphic: Cree LED)
The XP-L Photo Red S Line LEDs represent a
Built with advanced S Line technology, Cree LED’s XP-L Photo Red LEDs deliver top-tier sulfur and corrosion resistance, extending their lifespan and ensuring reliable performance. These features significantly reduce maintenance costs while providing consistent, high-quality lighting throughout critical growth cycles. Additionally, with the same 3.45 x 3.45 mm XP footprint as the XP-G3 Photo Red S Line LEDs, the XP-L Photo Red enables seamless upgrades to existing designs.
“Our new XP-L Photo Red S Line LEDs combine the efficiency and durability our customers demand with our popular XP package design for ease of adoption,” said Joe Clark, president, Cree LED. “Along with our extensive portfolio of optimized solutions, these LEDs are an ideal choice for many horticulture lighting applications.”
Product samples are available now, and production quantities are available with standard lead times. To learn more, visit www.cree-led.com/news/xlamp-xpl-photored/.
Cree LED and XLamp are registered trademarks of CreeLED, Inc. All other trademarks and registered trademarks are the properties of their respective owners.
About Cree LED
Cree LED, a Penguin Solutions brand, offers one of the industry’s broadest portfolios of application-optimized LED chips and components, leading the industry in performance and reliability. With more than 35 years of innovation, our strong IP portfolio and unique business model ensures supply chain continuity. We deliver best-in-class technology and breakthrough solutions for focused applications in high power and mid-power general lighting, horticulture, specialty lighting and video screens. For more information, visit cree-led.com.
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