Introduction
Have you ever thought that the lamp beads behind these displays actually have a “lifespan”?
Extending the service life of Affichage LED lamp beads can not only save costs, but also improve the display effect, and even have a positive impact on environmental protection. So, how can we do this?
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1. Why should we extend the service life of LED display lamp beads?
Extending the service life of LED display lamp beads can save a lot of money. The more lamp beads there are, the higher the cost of replacement.
For outdoor advertising screens, replacing lamp beads requires professionals to dismantle, replace, and debug, which is time-consuming, labour-intensive, and expensive.
If the lamp beads have a long service life and are replaced less frequently, a lot of expenses will naturally be saved. Moreover, maintenance is also easy.
The lamp beads have been used for a long time, the display is stable, and maintenance personnel do not have to check and repair them all the time.
Especially for those screens installed at high elevations, equipment such as lifts must be used for each maintenance, which is troublesome and expensive.
The longer the service life of the lamp beads, the less this equipment is used, and the maintenance cost is reduced.
The longer the service life of the lamp beads, the better the display effect. If the lamp beads are old and broken, the screen brightness will dim, and the colour will be inaccurate.
For example, on an important conference screen, the lamp beads are aged, and dark spots or wrong colours appear on the screen, affecting everyone’s viewing of the content.
But if the lamp beads can be used for a long time, the screen can always remain clear, bright, and the colour is accurate.
Which is particularly critical for scenes with high requirements for the picture, such as advertising screens and organiser background screens.
Moreover, the long life of the lamp beads can also avoid flickering and interference. The lamp beads that are about to break will flicker or emit light abnormally, which is uncomfortable to look at and easily causes eye fatigue.
For example, if the lamp beads on the flight information screen at the aéroport flicker, passengers cannot see the flight information clearly, which is very inconvenient.
If the lamp beads have a long life, the screen can display stably, and everyone can watch comfortably.
From an environmental protection perspective, extending the life of the lamp beads is also very important.
The shorter the lamp beads are used, the more they will be discarded. These discarded lamp beads contain harmful substances, and if they are not handled properly, they will pollute the environment.
If the lamp beads can be used for a long time, fewer will be discarded, and the pressure on the environment will naturally be less. Moreover, both replacing lamp beads and producing new lamp beads consume energy.
If the lamp beads have a long life, they can be replaced less frequently, reducing unnecessary energy consumption and being more in line with the concept of environmental protection.
Method 1: Choose high-quality LED lamp beads reasonably
Choosing good lamp beads is equivalent to laying a good foundation for the longevity of LED display screens.
Let’s talk about luminous efficiency first. Good lamp beads can emit brighter light with the same electricity.
Just like écrans publicitaires LED extérieurs, they rely on high-brightness lamp beads to make the advertising content clear under the sun.
Moreover, after these lamp beads have been used for a long time, the brightness will not drop all of a sudden like cheap ones.
Look at the colour again. Good lamp beads have uniform colour and will not have a piece of red and a piece of green colour blocks.
This is especially important for scenes with high colour requirements, such as stage background screens.
Finally, heat dissipation. LED lamp beads will generate heat when working. If the heat dissipation is not good, the lamp beads will easily “die from heat”.
High-quality lamp beads have a more sophisticated heat dissipation design and materials, which can keep the lamp beads “calm” when working for a long time and allow them to be used for a longer time.
1). Ensure that the lamp beads meet international certification and safety standards
When buying lamp beads, you must check whether it has international certification. Certifications such as CE and UL are not given casually.
These certifications mean that the lamp beads have undergone a series of rigorous tests, such as electrical safety, electromagnetic compatibility, environmental protection, etc.
With these certifications, you can rest assured that the lamp beads will not have any major problems under normal use and will not interfere with other equipment.
Safety standards are also critical, such as electrical insulation and fire resistance. For LED display screens used in shopping malls and theatres.
Fire resistance is even more important. If there is a problem with the lamp beads and a fire, the consequences will be disastrous.
Therefore, choosing lamp beads that are certified and meet safety standards is to save yourself worry.
2). The importance of brands and suppliers
Don’t underestimate brands and suppliers. These two are important when choosing lamp beads.
Well-known brands of lamp beads have professional R&D teams behind them, constantly figuring out how to make the lamp beads better and more durable.
These brands have a good reputation in the market and are more reassuring to use. The supplier’s service is also critical.
A good supplier can provide a full range of services, from product consultation to technical support to after-sales maintenance.
If the lamp bead is broken, they can quickly replace it with a new one or repair it.
Moreover, they can customise the lamp bead according to your special needs to make your display more suitable for the actual use scenario.
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Method 2: Optimise the heat dissipation system design of the LED display
Heat dissipation has a great impact on the life of LED lamp beads. Think about it, the lamp bead will generate heat when working.
If the heat cannot be dissipated, the lamp bead is like a “steaming sauna”. When the temperature is high, the life span will be short.
Therefore, whether the heat dissipation system is well designed is directly related to how long the lamp bead can be used.
Optimising the heat dissipation system can make the lamp bead work at a comfortable temperature and extend its service life.
1). The impact of heat dissipation on the life of LED lamp beads
It is inevitable that the lamp bead will generate heat when working. If the heat dissipation is not good, the heat accumulates, and the lamp bead is like a “steaming sauna”. When the temperature is high, the life span will be short.
Just like you are exposed to the sun in summer, you will definitely not be able to bear it. The same is true for lamp beads.
When the temperature is high, the materials inside will age faster, and the luminous efficiency will also decrease.
Therefore, whether the heat dissipation system is well designed is directly related to how long the lamp beads can be used.
Optimising the heat dissipation system can allow the lamp beads to work at a comfortable temperature and extend their service life.
2). Use aluminium substrates, heat sinks and other technologies
Aluminium substrates are good things. They have good thermal conductivity and can quickly conduct the heat generated by the lamp beads.
Heat sinks are also very useful. They can increase the heat dissipation area and allow heat to dissipate faster.
It’s like installing an “air conditioner” for the lamp beads so that they will not “get heatstroke” due to high temperatures when working.
These technologies combined can effectively reduce the working temperature of the lamp beads and extend their life.
3). Ensure that the heat dissipation channel on the back of the LED display is unobstructed
The heat dissipation channel is very important. It is like a “highway” for the heat dissipation system, which allows heat to be discharged smoothly.
If the heat dissipation channel is blocked, the heat cannot be dissipated, and the lamp beads will overheat.
Therefore, it is necessary to regularly clean the dust and debris on the back of the LED display to ensure that the heat dissipation channel is unobstructed.
Just like cleaning the air conditioning filter at home, regularly cleaning the heat dissipation channel can make the heat dissipation system work better and make the lamp beads last longer.
4). Install a small fan inside the cabinet
For outdoor LED display screens, installing a small fan inside the cabinet is a very practical method.
The fan blows out the hot air in the cabinet and lets in fresh cold air, which can quickly reduce the temperature of the lamp beads. It is like turning on a fan in a stuffy room, which can cool down a lot in an instant.
For example, after installing a small fan on some outdoor advertising screens, not only has the temperature of the lamp beads been reduced, but the service life has also been significantly extended.
Method 3: Avoid excessive working temperature of LED display lamp beads
1). Control the temperature of the working environment
The temperature of the working environment has a great impact on the life of LED lamp beads.
If the ambient temperature is too high, the lamp beads will be like being fried in a hot pot, accelerating ageing.
Therefore, try to install the LED display in a place with a suitable temperature. For example, indoor display screens are best placed in air-conditioned rooms, and outdoor display screens should avoid being installed in direct sunlight or high-temperature areas.
In this way, the lamp beads can work in a relatively comfortable environment, and their lifespan will naturally be longer.
2). Use a temperature control system for automatic adjustment
Now, many LED display screens are equipped with temperature control systems, which is a good thing.
The temperature control system is like an intelligent housekeeper that can monitor the temperature of the display screen in real time.
Once it finds that the temperature is too high, it will automatically start the fan or cooling system to lower the temperature. In this way, the lamp beads will not be damaged due to excessive temperature.
Moreover, the temperature control system can also automatically adjust according to the ambient temperature, which is very intelligent and can effectively extend the service life of the lamp beads.
3). Avoid exposing the LED screen to direct sunlight
Direct sunlight is the enemy of LED displays. Strong sunlight will bring a lot of heat, causing the temperature of the lamp beads to rise rapidly.
Especially for outdoor displays, if exposed to sunlight for a long time, the lamp beads can easily “overheat”. Therefore, try to avoid exposing the LED screen to direct sunlight.
For example, you can install a sunshade above the display or choose to install it in a sheltered place.
In this way, the lamp beads will not overheat due to direct sunlight, and the service life will be longer.
Method 4: Power management and voltage stability of LED display
1). The impact of power fluctuations on the life of lamp beads
Power fluctuations are the enemy of LED lamp beads. If the power supply voltage is unstable and fluctuates, the lamp beads will be under tremendous pressure like a roller coaster.
If the voltage is too high, the lamp beads will be overloaded and easily burn out; if the voltage is too low, the brightness of the lamp beads will decrease, and long-term use in this state will also shorten the life.
For example, if the voltage of the light bulb in your home is unstable, the light bulb will flicker frequently and will break down in a short time.
The same is true for LED lamp beads. A stable power supply is the key to their longevity.
2). Choose an efficient and stable source de courant system
Choosing an efficient and stable power supply system is like finding a reliable “logistics support” for the LED display.
A good power supply system can provide a stable voltage to ensure that the lamp beads operate at the normal working voltage.
For example, some high-quality power supply systems use advanced voltage stabilisation technology to automatically adjust the voltage, and even if the grid voltage fluctuates, the output voltage can be guaranteed to be stable.
Such a power supply system can not only extend the life of the lamp beads but also improve the performance and reliability of the entire display.
3). Avoid damage to the lamp beads due to excessively high or low voltage
To avoid excessively high or low voltage, in addition to choosing a good power supply system, you also need to pay attention to some details.
For example, check the power supply line regularly to ensure that there are no aged or damaged wires, which may cause voltage instability.
In addition, voltage protection devices such as voltage stabilisers or overvoltage protectors can be installed, which can automatically cut off the power supply when the voltage is abnormal to protect the lamp beads from damage.
It is like putting a “protective suit” on the lamp beads, allowing them to work in a safe environment.
6. Conclusion
By reasonably selecting high-quality LED lamp beads, optimising the design of the heat dissipation system, controlling the working environment temperature.
And ensuring power management and voltage stability, we can effectively extend the service life of the LED display lamp beads.
These methods can not only help you save costs, but also improve the display effect, and are also beneficial to the environment.
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