Quality matters

Following reports of faulty LEDs, Schneider Electric is highlighting the importance of buying quality products from the outset. It is urging customers to recognise that although a low price may seem attractive, the end cost could be significantly more if a customer needs to stop machinery frequently to replace faulty products and, in the worst case, needs to change panels if a fire breaks out.

Schneider Electric is offering advice to customers looking to buy LEDs: Look for features such as peak voltage, EMC and short circuit resistance, which ensures the chances of the device catching fire are low.

Manufacturers such as Schneider Electric have been working to ensure that the device is vibration resistant, reliable and can withstand a wide degree of temperature variations.