OLED Lighting
For many years I designed, programmed and facilitated the installation of Lutron Homeworks lighting control systems, working with Architects and Lighting Designers to provide clients with beautiful and easy-to-use lighting for their homes. And because of that experience, when OLED lighting started being promoted back around 2016 I paid attention. However, for a long list of reasons, probably the biggest being the cost to produce, it still isn't very widespread.
What started as research into the current state of OLED lighting, has turned into what could become the first commercially viable, domestically produced, flexible OLED manufacturing venture.
More coming soon...
A few reasons OLED lighting is a compelling alternative to LED:
Health & Comfort
- Naturally low blue light content - better for circadian rhythm and sleep quality
- Zero flicker - reduces eye strain, headaches, and visual stress
- Soft, diffuse light quality mimics natural daylight without harsh glare
Energy & Efficiency
- Lower power consumption than LED for equivalent light output
- Higher efficacy potential as the technology matures
- Cool operation - minimal heat generation
Design & Installation
- No heat sinks required - enables ultra-slim form factors
- No diffusers needed - the entire panel surface emits light uniformly
- Simpler housing and mounting systems
- Flexible form factors possible (depending on substrate)
Additional Benefits
- Mercury-free and more environmentally friendly
- Eliminates rare-earth phosphor dependency
- Potential for transparent/semi-transparent applications
