The Cutting Edge of Light

A green light source

Lumiblade is an all-in-one lighting system. Add in a potential lifetime of 15,000 of hours, an excellent energy efficiency and it's clear why many see Lumiblade as a fit-and-forget solution that's good for the lifetime of an object or interior design.

Energy efficient

Lumiblade has the potential of reaching energy efficiencies of up to 140 lum/W, 15 times higher than conventional light bulbs. That makes it an energy-efficient light source for today’s regulations and budgets. Long term, Lumiblade is a good alternative to fluorescent lighting. However, today’s performance is still limited and allows for small, decorative purposes only. Philips offers today already a range of components to experiment with.

Product performance (2011)

up to 25 lm/W in different shades of white and RGB
3,000 cd/m² brightness
15,000 hours lifetime (at 50% initial brightness)
1.8 mm thin
<50 cm surface

As a rule of thumb: we expect the efficieny to double every 2-3 years.

How OLED works

OLED works by passing electricity through micrometer layers of organic semiconductors sandwiched between two electrodes. The electric current travels from the positive to the negative electrode through the organic film, causing the film to emit light. Using different materials in the film causes the OLED to emit light of a different color. To protect the organic layers, the OLED is completely sealed between two glass plates.

Order your individual Organic Light Experience

Compose your own Lumiblade experience and select your favorite shapes and colors from all available Lumiblades. The Experience Kit contains also all electronics necessary as well as an user manual.