Application Specification
High-Power Light Emitting Diode (LED)
Light Socket for 114-13232
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AMP LIGHT GUIDES* Light Pipes
01 MAY 09 Rev B
All numerical values are in metric units [with U.S. customary units in brackets]. Dimensions are in millimeters [and
inches]. Unless otherwise specified, dimensions have a tolerance of +0.13 [+.005] and angles have a tolerance of +2
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Figures and illustrations are for identification only and are not drawn to scale.
1. INTRODUCTION
This specification covers the requirements for application of High–Power LED Light Socket for AMP LIGHT
GUIDES light pipes for use in direct lighting applications (such as office, automotive, communications, and
architectural). The light socket is designed to house and provide electrical interconnection and thermal solution
for a high–power LED star printed circuit (pc) board light source. The light socket consists of a locking ring,
contact carrier subassembly, and heat sink. A thermally–conductive pad (available separately) or thermal
grease must be used for assembly. The light socket only accepts AMP LIGHT GUIDES 10–mm light pipe
(available separately). The locking ring has an orientation notch, the contact carrier assembly has a square
detent, and the heat sink has orientation latches and a square pin — these features ensure proper orientation
for assembly.
The light socket is capable of two–contact loading for single–color LEDs and three– or four–contact loading for
full–color (RGB) LEDs (common anode or common cathode). Soldering or thermally–conductive adhesive is
not required for assembly. This light socket is designed to be used with an Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (UL)
Class 2 power supply.
When corresponding with personnel, use the terminology provided in this specification to facilitate your
inquiries for information. Basic terms and features of this product are provided in Figure 1.
Figure 1
Contact Carrier
Subassembly
Locking Ring Heat Sink
Electrical Connector Tab
(4 Places)
Orientation Latch
(3 Places)
Orientation Notch
(3 Places)
Square
Pin
Square
Detent
2. REFERENCE MATERIAL
2.1. Revision Summary
Revisions to this application specification include:
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Changed “guide” to “pipe”
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Removed 5–mm light pipe from Section 1
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Added instruction sheet references to Paragraph 2.5
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Changed 3 watts to 4 watts in Paragraph 3.5
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Added C to Paragraph 3.6
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2.2. Customer Assistance
Reference Product Base Part Number 2008639 and Product Code L012 are representative of High–Power
LED Light Socket for AMP LIGHT GUIDES light pipes. Use of these numbers will identify the product line and
expedite your inquiries through a service network established to help you obtain product and tooling
information. Such information can be obtained through a local Representative or, after purchase, by calling
PRODUCT INFORMATION at the number at the bottom of page 1.
2.3. Drawings
Customer Drawings for product part numbers are available from the service network. If there is a conflict
between the information contained in the Customer Drawings and this specification or with any other technical
documentation supplied, call PRODUCT INFORMATION at the number at the bottom of page 1.
2.4. Specifications
Product Specification 108–2348 provides product performance and test information.
2.5. Instructional Material
Instruction Sheets (408–series) provide product assembly instructions or tool setup and operation procedures.
Documents available which pertain to this product are:
408–10278 High–Power LED Light Sockets 2008639–[ ] for AMP LIGHT GUIDES Light Pipes
408–10297 AMP LIGHT GUIDES Light Pipes 2058295–[ ] and 2058296–[ ]
3. REQUIREMENTS
3.1. Material
The contact carrier assembly and locking ring are made of polybutylene terephthalate (PBT). The contacts are
made of copper alloy plated with tin. The heat sink is made of cast aluminum.
3.2. Safety
Do not stack product shipping containers so high that the containers buckle or deform.
3.3. Limitations
The light socket is designed to operate in a temperature range of –40
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to 85
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C [–40
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to 185
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F].
3.4. Storage
A. Shelf Life
The light socket should remain in the shipping containers until ready for use to prevent deformation to the
contacts. The assemblies should be used on a first in, first out basis to avoid storage contamination that
could adversely affect performance.
B. Chemical Exposure
Do not store the light socket near any chemical listed below as they may cause stress corrosion cracking
in the contacts.
Alkalies Ammonia Citrates Phosphates Citrates Sulfur Compounds
Amines Carbonates Nitrites Sulfur Nitrites Tartrates
3.5. Thermal Performance
The thermal performance of the overall system is paramount to the life of the LED. The light socket supports
1 to 4 watts of input to the LED without using forced air cooling or additional heat sink. IT IS IMPORTANT that
the thermal management is adequate for the specific LED and lighting fixture used. LEDs with higher wattage
rating can be used if forced air cooling or additional heat sink is employed.
3.6. Customer Supplied Components
A. LED
The light socket is compatible with hexagonal “star board” high–power LEDs measuring 19.9 [.783] across
the hexagonal flats and having a thickness range of 1 to 2.5 [.040 to .01]. A sample reference star board
pattern is shown in Figure 2.
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Figure 2
Sample Star Board" Pattern
19.9 [.783]
2.5 [.10]
4 [.16]
R 1.6 [.063]
19 [.75] 14.2 [.56]
B. Connections
The electrical connector tabs of the light socket accept Ultra–Fast Series 110 fully–insulated FASTON*
cable assemblies.
C. Thermally-Conductive Pad or Thermal Grease
A thermally–conductive pad or thermal grease must be used for assembly.
3.7. Assembly
The light socket must be assembled using the following requirements:
1. A thermally–conductive pad or thermal grease must be placed into the hexagonal inset of the heat
sink.
2. The star board LED must be installed over the thermally–conductive pad or thermal grease.
3. The contact carrier assembly must be inserted into the heat sink. The square detent of the contact
carrier assembly must engage the square pin of the heat sink.
4. The locking ring must be inserted into the heat sink. The orientation notches of the locking ring must
engage the orientation latches of the heat sink; then, the locking ring must be rotated using a
long–nosed pliers or large snap ring tool with right–angle tips so that it secures the contact carrier
assembly.
5. The light pipe must be installed onto the contact carrier assembly. Make sure that the reflector strip is
oriented properly (the light is emitted from the side opposite the reflector strip).
6. The receptacles of the cable assemblies must be connected to the electrical connector tabs.
Refer to Figure 3.
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Figure 3
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4
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Thermally-Conductive Pad
or Thermal Grease Applied
Star Board LED
Installed (Ref)
Contact Carrier
Assembly Installed
Locking Ring
Installed
Rotate Locking Ring
to Secure
Cable Assembly
(Qty: 4) Connected
to Connector Tab
Assembly
Light Pipe
Installed
Output
Light Beam
Reflector
Strip
Heat Sink
3.8. Replacement and Repair
The light socket is not repairable. Damaged or defective components MUST NOT be used.
4. QUALIFICATION
No qualifying support for High–Power LED Light Socket for AMP LIGHT GUIDES light pipes was defined at the
time of publication of this document.
5. TOOLING
A long–nosed pliers or a large snap ring tool with right–angle tips to install the locking ring.
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6. VISUAL AID
The illustration below shows a typical application of High–Power LED Light Socket for AMP LIGHT GUIDES
light pipes. This illustration should be used by production personnel to ensure a correctly applied product.
Applications which DO NOT appear correct should be inspected using the information in the preceding pages
of this specification and in the instructional material shipped with the product or tooling.
FIGURE 4. VISUAL AID
CABLE ASSEMBLIES MUST BE
FULLY CONNECTED TO
CONNECTOR TABS
LOCKING RING
MUST BE SECURE
THERE MUST BE
NO DAMAGE TO
ANY COMPONENT
LIGHT PIPE
MUST BE SECURE
REFLECTOR STRIP
MUST BE IN DESIRED
POSITION
