LED Chip Question

Discussion in 'LED Aquarium Lighting' started by tosapaul, Apr 20, 2013.

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  1. tosapaul

    tosapaul Astrea Snail

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    I got a couple of 10W led chips I was going to use over a small frag tank. The led's in the chip are recessed in the chip and there is a semi soft gel like substance that fills the cavity. At first I thought it was a protective coating for shipping but it looks like it was meant to be there. I am afraid of turning it on and having this gel melt. Can anyone tell me if the gel is supposed to stay in the chip?

    Thanks

    Paul
     
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  2. rcflyer1388

    rcflyer1388 Bubble Tip Anemone

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    it sounds like that's the thermal grease they use to place the diode on the chip. it's not supposed to dry every completely. so you'll be fine IMO
     
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