Setting the Standard for Video LEDs

Cree LED: Leading the future of video LED innovation

For decades, Cree LED has been at the forefront of video LED technology, setting the industry benchmark for large-format displays, digital signage and video screens used in sporting events, concerts and commercial installations.

Our expansive product portfolio and robust IP assets ensure our customers benefit from superior color performance and unmatched reliability. With a fabless manufacturing model, we offer unparalleled production flexibility and a secure, stable supply chain to meet the evolving demands of any business.

Building on a legacy of breakthrough advancements, Cree LED remains dedicated to pioneering the future of video LED technology, keeping our customers ahead of the competition.

Our Innovation Firsts

CLV6A

2006

Cree LED launches first outdoor SMD LED

• Delivers IPX6/IPX8 rated surface mount LED for fast, easy placement
• Introduces 10+ mm pitch for full-color video

P2 C4SMT

2007

Cree LED creates first tilted viewing angle RGB LEDs for displays

• Enables displays to be viewed up to 40 stories high
• Delivers high intensity color to the viewer
• Results in less light pollution and lower power consumption

CLV1A

2007

Cree LED develops in house technique for producing first ultra-contrast LED for displays

• Delivers reduced glare, produce vivid colors and crisp blacks by coating the top of a white LED

CLMVA

2008

Cree LED conceives a fully black coated product

• Furthers the development of high contrast products

CLY6X

2010

Cree LED introduces first “no cover” LEDs for display

• Integrated matte lens improves contrast and intensity
• Eliminates cost and weight of a plastic cover
• Enables thinner, lighter displays installed in more places at lower cost

CLY6X

2010

Cree LED develops LED with enhanced waterproofing

• Focuses on updating the outdoor SMD packages with specialized material selection
• Optimizes lead frames with plastic casing material
• Promotes lead frame adhesion feature
• Elevates the chip mounting floor with multi-bent lead frames

CLMVC

2011

Cree LED develops an all-black packaged product for indoor market

• Greatly increases contrast at tighter indoor pitches

CLX6

2012

Conceives the idea of coating 4-sides of the white body SMD

• Reduces the need for dual molding

CLY6X

2014

Cree LED advances LED display contrast performance

• 5-sided dark SMD LED provides even better contrast and visibility without sacrificing intensity

CV94D

2017

Cree LED unveils multi-lens RGB SMD LEDs

• Multi-lens LEDs replace three LEDs with one
• Improves color mixing and uniformity
• 5-sided dark body delivers superior contrast

Product Resources 
High Brightness LED Product Page
HB SMD Single-Color LEDs Product Page
HB SMD Multi-Color LEDs Product Page
HB Through-Hole LEDs Product Page
High Brightness LEDs Feature Sheet