LED Compatibility tests are carried out to evaluate the suitability of materials such as gaskets, glues and silicones for use in luminaires at high temperatures. Some materials contain chemicals that can be harmful to LEDs. With this test, materials are evaluated in close proximity to individual LEDs, and the results give the information necessary to decide if they are suitable for use in our products or not.
A small sample of the material is placed beside the LED and covered by a glass tube. The glass tube is sealed to the LED board with Artic Silver compound. After connecting the LED board to a compatible driver we put the board inside the oven, which is maintained at 50°C.