into the electro-mechanical design of the connector to create a thermo-electric connector that
mates directly to the LED.
An example is the high-intensity LED holder (shown in Figure 7) that TE Connectivity designed
for use with a high-intensity LED. The holder combines a small footprint and low profile with a
snap-together contact system for both direct electrical and thermal connections directly to the
LED. Without the need for solder, thermal adhesives, or metal-clad printed circuit boards,
application is simple, cost effective and expands mounting options beyond the planar
constraints of circuit boards. As an added benefit, replacement of a faulty LED or changing colors
is equally straightforward since all it entails is removing the retention clip, removing the LED,
and replacing it with a new one. The basic holder kit includes a contact carrier and an LED
retention clip used to secure the LED to the carrier. The module-to-cable interface is a standard
two-position TE Connectivity Mini CT post and receptacle connection that facilitates plug-n-play
operation.
Figure 7. High-intensity LED holder comgines thermal, mechanical, and electrical management
into a single, easy-to-use system.
A Note on Standards and Approvals
