Evaluation Boards - LED Drivers

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
DC1827A

DC1827A

Analog Devices, Inc.

BOARD EVAL FOR LT3795

9

DC1055A

DC1055A

Analog Devices, Inc.

BOARD EVAL FOR LTC3219EUD

1

DC2020A

DC2020A

Analog Devices, Inc.

EVAL BOARD LED DRIVER LT3955

1

DC2361A

DC2361A

Analog Devices, Inc.

LT3952EFE DEMO BOARD - 2MHZ 8V T

7

DC749A

DC749A

Analog Devices, Inc.

BOARD EVAL FOR LTC3206EUF

1

DC2342A

DC2342A

Analog Devices, Inc.

LT3762 DEMO BOARD SYNC BOOST LED

3

ADM8845EB-EVALZ

ADM8845EB-EVALZ

Analog Devices, Inc.

BOARD EVALUATION FOR ADM8845

0

ADD5211CP-EVALZ

ADD5211CP-EVALZ

Analog Devices, Inc.

EVAL BOARD WHITE LED DRV ADD5211

0

ADD5211EB-EVALZ

ADD5211EB-EVALZ

Analog Devices, Inc.

EVAL BOARD LED DRIVER ADD5211

1

DC2257A

DC2257A

Analog Devices, Inc.

LTM8005 DEMO BOARD 6V = VIN = 27

29

DC949A-B

DC949A-B

Analog Devices, Inc.

BOARD DEMO FOR LT3478EFE

1

DC805A

DC805A

Analog Devices, Inc.

BOARD EVAL FOR LTC3216EDE

1

DC629A

DC629A

Analog Devices, Inc.

BOARD EVAL FOR LTC3205EUF

2

DC1166A

DC1166A

Analog Devices, Inc.

BOARD EVAL FOR LT3590EDC

1

DC871A-B

DC871A-B

Analog Devices, Inc.

BOARD EVAL FOR LTC3215EDD

3

DC905A

DC905A

Analog Devices, Inc.

BOARD EVAL FOR LT3491ESC8

1

DC1511A-A

DC1511A-A

Analog Devices, Inc.

BOARD EVAL LTM8042

23

DC1497A

DC1497A

Analog Devices, Inc.

BOARD EVAL FOR LT3597EUHG

1

DC1279A

DC1279A

Analog Devices, Inc.

BOARD DEMO FOR LT3517EUF

1

DC773A

DC773A

Analog Devices, Inc.

BOARD EVAL FOR LTC3441EDE

1

Evaluation Boards - LED Drivers

1. Overview

Evaluation Boards for LED Drivers are specialized hardware platforms designed to test, validate, and develop lighting control systems. These boards provide engineers with a controlled environment to assess driver performance, thermal management, and compatibility with various LED configurations. As solid-state lighting dominates modern applications, these evaluation tools accelerate innovation in energy efficiency, smart lighting, and dynamic color control across industries.

2. Major Types & Functional Classification

TypeFunctional FeaturesApplication Examples
Constant Current DriversMaintain stable output current regardless of voltage fluctuationsHigh-brightness LED streetlights, industrial lighting
Constant Voltage DriversProvide fixed voltage with variable current controlLED strips, automotive interior lighting
PWM Dimming ControllersUse pulse-width modulation for precise brightness controlArchitectural lighting, display backlighting
Digital Addressable ControllersSupport protocols like DALI, DMX512 for individual LED controlSmart building systems, stage lighting

3. Structure & Composition

Typical evaluation boards integrate:

  • PCB substrate with thermal vias for heat dissipation
  • LED array interfaces (commonly 1 N or matrix configurations)
  • Driver ICs with protection circuits (overvoltage, overtemperature)
  • Power management modules (AC/DC, DC/DC converters)
  • Communication interfaces (I2C, SPI, UART)
  • Onboard sensors for light output measurement
  • Debugging headers (JTAG, SWD) for firmware development

4. Key Technical Specifications

ParameterImportance
Output Current Range (mA)Determines LED brightness capability
Voltage Compliance Range (V)Affects compatibility with different LED strings
Dimming Resolution (bits)Defines granularity of light control
Switching Frequency (kHz)Influences EMI and efficiency
Thermal Shutdown Threshold ( C)Ensures reliability under stress conditions
Communication Protocol SupportEnables system integration capabilities

5. Application Fields

Primary industries include:

  • General Lighting: Smart home systems, commercial lighting
  • Automotive: Adaptive front-lighting systems, interior ambiance
  • Industrial: Machine vision systems, hazardous area lighting
  • Consumer Electronics: TV backlighting, gaming peripherals
  • Medical: Surgical lighting, phototherapy devices

6. Leading Manufacturers & Products

ManufacturerRepresentative ProductKey Features
TI (Texas Instruments)LM3466EVMConstant current driver with thermal fold-back
STMicroelectronicsSTEVAL-ILL011V1Digital dimming with 16-bit resolution
ON SemiconductorNCL30160LEDGEVBPWM dimming down to 0.1%
MicrochipCL88EVBHigh-voltage AC/DC conversion
NXP SemiconductorsPCA9901BDBDALI protocol support

7. Selection Guidelines

Key considerations:

  • Match output specifications to target LED requirements
  • Verify dimming method compatibility (PWM vs analog)
  • Assess communication protocol needs (e.g., Bluetooth mesh)
  • Evaluate thermal management capabilities
  • Check software ecosystem maturity
  • Consider cost vs feature balance

8. Industry Trends

Future development focuses on:

  • Higher integration with MCU and wireless SoC solutions
  • Adaptive control using AI/ML algorithms
  • Advancements in GaN/SiC semiconductor integration
  • Expansion of IoT-enabled lighting systems
  • Standardization of energy efficiency regulations (e.g., DOE)
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