X Lamp3 7090 confusion

OldNick

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The data sheet for these indicates 76 Lm at 700mA. Given a max FV of 4.5 volts I am assuming that the FV would be about 4.2 V.

That makes them put out about 25Lm/watt.

I am at a bit of a loss. What gives?

Any help appreciated.

Nick
 

ejot

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What is the confusion exactly? It's been 5 years since these were introduced, and great strides have been made in luminous efficacy since.

Do you know what bin you have? These were available up to 116lm @ 700mA (R bin). Perhaps the typical Vf's are lower than you're assuming too? Do you have a way to test Vf's?
 
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