Würth Elektronik UV-C LEDs

Würth Elektronik offers UV LEDs with emission wavelength of 275 nm (UV-C), which kills germs by destroying the RNA structure of viruses and bacteria. The LEDs are thus suitable for disinfection in areas where chemical components are not suitable for use; this may include germicide cleaning of different surfaces, or air and water disinfection.

The LEDs feature compact size, low driving voltage, short switching time and robustness. They are built to maximise efficiency output with optimal light extraction, due to the use of highly transparent quartz glass. Low thermal resistance ceramic substrate is used to reduce heating effects in the chip and increase lifetime, while gold plating is used for optimal soldering and contact surfaces.

Application areas include medical hygiene, water and air purification, food and surface sterilisation, and more.