Farnell element14 Signs Exclusive LED Agreement with WÜRTH Elektronik

LONDON, July 16, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

Farnell element14 announces it will exclusively stock Würth Elektronik's new range of signal light emitting diodes (LEDs).

The LED's primary applications are as signal LEDs for status indication in electronic equipment and in the industrial electronics sector, but also in many other applications such as scoreboards, keyboards, display panels, vending machines, audio and HiFi equipment, toys, background lighting for mobile applications, etc.

The advantages of Würth Elektronik LEDs include:

• Low energy consumption
• High reliability
• Low current
• Fast switching times
• No UV/IR radiation
• Design flexibility
• Ideal for miniature applications
• Compact design
• Different radiation angles
• Different colors

Würth Elektronik is Europe's largest manufacturer of EMC Solutions, Inductors, Transformers, RF Components & Varistors.

Lars Fahrbach, Global Distribution Manager of Würth Elektronik, said: "We are very happy to cooperate with our partners at Farnell element14 with the launch of our exciting new range of LEDs. After entering the semiconductor sector with TVS diodes four years ago, this sector has now been expanded with the manufacture of LEDs. The focus is on SMD components and additional to the classic single-color components, various bi-colour and full colour (RGB) components are available. Our new range also includes different reverse-mount LEDs, side LEDs (90°) as well as selected THT types."

Mike Buffham, Global Head of Product and Pricing, Farnell element14, said: "We are pleased to partner with Würth Elektronik to launch its new range of LEDs, which offers a well balanced range with exceptional value for our customers."

About Farnell element14

Farnell element14 is a high-service distributor of technology products and solutions for electronic system design, maintenance and repair. Bringing together the latest products, services, and development software, all connected to an innovative online engineering community where purchasers and engineers can access peers and experts, a wide range of independent technical information and helpful tools. Whether researching a new technology, designing an electronic product, or looking for parts to repair an existing system, Farnell is the trusted source to find the answers and parts you need to keep your project on the fast track, right from the start.

Farnell element14 is the operating business of Premier Farnell plc (LSE:pfl) in Europe.

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