MCPCB-XP-ZGE-285: Premium Aluminium LED PCB for Advanced Lighting Solutions

Introducing the MCPCB-XP-ZGE-285, a versatile and high-performance Aluminium Printed Circuit Board (PCB) designed to revolutionize your lighting projects. Engineered with flexibility and efficiency in mind, this PCB is the ideal platform for integrating a wide array of LED configurations, making it perfect for a variety of lighting applications.

Exceptional Flexibility and Compatibility

The MCPCB-XP-ZGE-285 is specifically crafted to accommodate up to 12 LEDs with a base dimension of 3.45 × 3.45mm. This makes it perfectly compatible with leading LEDs such as Cree XPG, XPG2, XPL, XHP35, Nichia NVSL219, and many other 3535 LEDs sharing the same base size. The thoughtful layout of the board allows for multiple driving configurations:

• 12 LEDs in Series
• 6 pairs of 2 LEDs in Series (2 Channel)

Thermal Management

To ensure the longevity and performance of your LEDs, the MCPCB-XP-ZGE-285 features a thermal path with a dielectric layer under the thermal pad of the LED. It’s crucial to provide efficient cooling to maintain the LED’s junction temperature well below the maximum rating, as specified by the LED manufacturers.

Recommended Cooling Solutions:

• Mounting: For optimal thermal management, we recommend mounting the PCB to a suitable finned heat sink (aluminium or copper) that is exposed to open air. You can secure the module using:
  • 285 x 20 mm pressure-sensitive, thermally conductive tape (recommended)
  • Thermal Compound (requires mechanical fasteners)

Ensure that the mounting surfaces are flat and clean to maximise heat dissipation.

• 285 x 20 mm pressure sensitive, thermally conductive tape (Recommended)
• Thermal Compound: Requires the use of mechanical fasteners

The bottom of the LED MCPCB is electrically neutral, so it is not necessary to electrically isolate the base from the cooling surface.

Optics and Assembly

The MCPCB-XP-ZGE-285 supports optics up to 20mm in diameter, providing flexibility for beam shaping and light distribution. The PCB features pre-drilled holes to match those on compatible optics, allowing for secure and straightforward assembly.

Optics Assembly Guide:

A comprehensive guide by Ledil on the assembly of LEDs/optics and adhesives is available for download, offering valuable insights for achieving the best results. Assembly Guide for Optics: Ledil have a good generic guide on assembly of Leds/Optics, adhesives etc. Download

Electrical Configuration and Termination

This PCB is designed with convenient Anode and Cathode pads at the ends, supporting standalone operation or wired grouping in Series or Parallel configurations. It is compatible with both Molex and Wago connectors, facilitating easy and secure connections.

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Specifications at a Glance

• Part Number: MCPCB-XP-ZGE-285
• PCB Technology: Aluminium
• Size: 285mm x 20mm x 1.65mm
• Thermal Conductivity: 3 W/m.K
• Surface Finish: ENIG
• Glass Transition Temperature: 170°C
• Compatible LEDs: Cree XPG, XPG2, XPL, XHP35, Nichia NVSL219, and more

Discover the MCPCB-XP-ZGE-285 for your next project and elevate your lighting solutions with unparalleled flexibility, performance, and ease of use.