Dimming circuit and method for LEDs
US8581514B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 6, 2011 |
| Grant date | Nov 12, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 18, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH05B45/14
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A dimming circuit and method for a LED provide a first driving voltage or a second driving voltage according to a dimming signal provided by a functional IC to enable or disable the LED. The values of the first and second driving voltages are controlled so that overstressing of the LED is avoided while the functional IC is capable of working even when the LED is off. The LED's life time is thus prolonged.
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