Custom COB LED Light Sources for Device Manufacturers

Leienda supplies COB LED light sources and project-based LED modules for manufacturers building red light therapy devices, beauty instruments, UV curing systems, horticulture lighting, machine vision lights and other functional lighting products. Leienda supplies the internal LED light source, SMT LED board or PCBA light module, not the finished device.

Close up of a COB LED light source showing emitting area and substrate
COB LED structure diagram showing chips on board

What Is a COB LED Light Source?

Chip-on-Board (COB) means multiple bare LED chips are mounted closely and directly onto a thermally conductive substrate to form a single, compact light-emitting surface.

For B2B procurement and engineering teams, the concept is straightforward. The critical task is confirming the exact parameters for the project: emitting area, substrate material, power requirement, wavelength / CCT, CRI, forward current, forward voltage, and the thermal path.

COB LED Product Options

Available for project review. Customizable by requirement based on your device specifications.

White COB LED Light Sources

White COB LED Light Sources

For commercial lighting, inspection lighting, and equipment internal illumination.

Confirm: CCT, CRI, power, emitting area, substrate size.
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Red & Near-Infrared COB LED

Red & Near-Infrared COB LED

For red light therapy and beauty device manufacturers requiring specific wavelengths.

Confirm: 630nm, 633nm, 660nm, 810nm, 830nm, 850nm, 940nm, PCB size, heat dissipation space.
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UV COB LED Light Sources

UV COB LED Light Sources

For UV curing or sterilization system manufacturers.

Confirm: UV wavelength, power density, substrate, thermal path, shielding and safety design by the device manufacturer.
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Custom Spectrum COB LED

Custom Spectrum COB LED

For horticulture lighting and special lighting manufacturers requiring precise blends.

Confirm: Spectrum combination, current channels, PCB size and batch consistency.
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COB LED on Custom PCB / PCBA Module

COB LED on Custom PCB / PCBA Module

For projects where clients already have existing housing structures or mechanical drawings. We integrate the COB source onto the required board.

Confirm: Mounting holes, connector position, power input, driver compatibility.

COB LED Parameters for Project Review

Engineering specifications to be defined before sample build and batch production.

Product Type COB LED light source / custom COB LED module
Wavelength / CCT e.g. 630nm, 660nm, 850nm, 940nm, UV wavelength, warm white, neutral white, cool white
Power Range confirm by project requirement
Forward Voltage / Current confirm after LED structure and circuit design
Substrate ceramic substrate / aluminum substrate / custom PCB (if applicable)
Emitting Area custom or model-based
Module Size based on drawing
CRI for white COB projects when required
Beam Angle / Optical Surface confirm by lens, phosphor surface or structure
Thermal Design depends on power, substrate and housing heat path
Connector / Solder Pad based on assembly method
Testing Items wavelength, brightness, forward voltage, soldering, aging, visual inspection
COB LED spectrum testing equipment

Common Sourcing Challenges for COB LEDs

Housing space drawing

1. The COB LED fits the optical target but not the housing space

Constraint: Standard COB dimensions often clash with compact device designs.

Leienda Solution: We review the PCB size and emitting area against your drawing before sample build.

Benefit: The light source fits perfectly into your mechanical design without structural rework.

Wavelength testing graph

2. Wavelength or CCT samples pass, but batch supply drifts

Constraint: Inconsistent LED binning causes noticeable color or performance shifts in mass production.

Leienda Solution: Strict wavelength binning and CCT range sorting aligned with the approved sample.

Benefit: Batch-to-batch consistency for your end products.

Thermal behavior observation

3. Power is selected without checking heat dissipation path

Constraint: High power density COBs overheat if the substrate or device housing cannot transfer heat quickly.

Leienda Solution: We evaluate thermal behavior observation and substrate (ceramic/aluminum) suitability based on power.

Benefit: Prevents premature LED degradation and extends product lifespan.

Connector and solder pad details

4. Connector, solder pad or mounting hole position affects assembly

Constraint: Standard modules require manual wire soldering, increasing assembly time and error rates.

Leienda Solution: Custom PCBA modules with defined connector positions and mounting holes aligned with your BOM.

Benefit: Plug-and-play assembly on your production line.

Engineering Support for COB LED Projects

LED emitter selection

Precise Source Selection

LED emitter and COB light source selection based strictly on your target wavelength, CCT, power, and final application. We match the current and forward voltage to your driver design.

PCB drawing review

PCB & Substrate Review

Thorough PCB size and substrate review before sample build. We verify mounting holes and heat dissipation paths to ensure physical compatibility.

SMT production line

SMT & PCBA Integration

SMT LED board and PCBA light module support when the COB source needs to fit a specific device structure, including precise connector positioning.

Sample testing and approval

Rigorous Sample Approval

Sample approval process includes verification of wavelength, forward voltage, brightness, and thermal observation based on required sample quantity.

Batch production documents

Aligned Batch Production

Batch production documents are strictly aligned with your BOM, testing items, and the approved sample.

We plan production based on your estimated annual demand, ensuring aging tests and soldering inspections are consistent across all deliveries.

COB LED vs SMD LED

Understanding the structural and application differences for your project.

COB LED emitting surface

COB LED Light Source

COB LED is better when the project needs a compact light-emitting surface, higher light density in a limited area, or a module built around a defined optical window.

  • Structure: Multiple chips bonded directly to one substrate.
  • Light Density: Very high, continuous luminous surface.
  • Heat Concentration: Centralized; requires excellent thermal path.
  • Circuit: Single circuit driving multiple chips internally.
SMD LED array on PCB

SMD LED Array

SMD LED is better when the project needs distributed LED points, flexible layout, multi-position placement, or easier replacement of individual LEDs.

  • Structure: Individual packaged LEDs soldered onto a PCB.
  • Light Density: Distributed, distinct light points.
  • Heat Concentration: Spread across the PCB area.
  • Circuit: Flexible routing on the PCB surface.

Applications for Device Manufacturers

Internal LED board for red light therapy

Red Light Therapy Device Manufacturers

We resolve wavelength matching (e.g., 660nm/850nm combinations) and mounting hole alignment for your panel or wearable device designs.

PCBA module for beauty instrument

Beauty Instrument Manufacturers

Addressing limited housing space and thermal behavior during continuous operation with compact, customized COB modules.

UV LED light source module

UV Curing System Manufacturers

Providing high power density UV COB sources with verified ceramic substrates to handle extreme heat loads.

Horticulture LED spectrum testing

Horticulture Lighting Manufacturers

Ensuring precise custom spectrum combinations and strict sample approval before batch order for plant growth fixtures.

Machine vision LED module

Machine Vision Lighting Manufacturers

Delivering high brightness and uniform emitting areas with specific connector compatibility for automated inspection systems.

Industrial equipment internal light source

Industrial and Medical Equipment Builders

Supplying reliable internal light sources with documented batch consistency and forward voltage stability.

How to Choose a COB LED for Your Project

1

Confirm application and optical target

You provide: The end-use of the device and the expected light output or function.

Leienda confirms: Whether a standard COB or a custom PCBA module is the right technical direction.

2

Choose wavelength or CCT

You provide: Specific nm values (e.g., 660nm) or color temperature requirements.

Leienda confirms: Availability of chips and the required wavelength binning tolerances.

Wavelength graph
3

Define power, current and voltage

You provide: Driver specifications or target power consumption.

Leienda confirms: The internal LED circuit layout (series/parallel) to match your forward voltage and current.

4

Check emitting area, module size & heat path

You provide: Mechanical constraints, housing space, and heat sink capabilities.

Leienda confirms: PCB size, substrate material (aluminum/ceramic), and ensures the thermal design prevents overheating.

PCB size and thermal path
5

Confirm connector, solder pad and mounting holes

You provide: Assembly preferences (wire soldering vs. plug-in connectors) and screw hole coordinates.

Leienda confirms: The layout on the custom PCB to match your assembly line needs.

6

Build sample and approve testing items

You provide: Sample quantity required for pilot run.

Leienda confirms: Delivery of samples with documented wavelength, forward voltage, and brightness data.

Sample testing approval

Testing and Batch Consistency

To reduce parameter drift, assembly rework, and incoming inspection time during sample approval, pilot run, and batch purchasing, Leienda executes specific engineering tests for every project.

  • Wavelength range check
  • CCT / CRI check (white COB)
  • Forward voltage test
  • Brightness / luminous flux check
  • Soldering inspection
  • Aging test
  • Thermal behavior observation
  • Batch traceability
LED aging test rack Soldering inspection

Submit Your Project Information

Provide your requirements for a precise evaluation. We will review your drawing or parameters and get back to you with feasibility and sample details.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a COB LED?
A COB (Chip-on-Board) LED is a light source where multiple bare LED chips are mounted directly onto a thermally conductive substrate (like aluminum or ceramic). This structure creates a single, highly dense light-emitting surface, offering excellent uniformity and high brightness within a compact area, ideal for applications requiring centralized light output.
What is the difference between COB LED and SMD LED?
The main difference lies in the structure and light distribution. COB LEDs integrate many chips into one module for a dense, continuous light surface, requiring centralized heat dissipation. SMD (Surface-Mount Device) LEDs are individual packages soldered onto a PCB, allowing for distributed light points, flexible board layouts, and spread-out thermal management.
Can Leienda customize COB LED wavelength or CCT?
Yes. For B2B projects, we can customize the wavelength (e.g., specific red, near-infrared, or UV nanometers) or the CCT (Correlated Color Temperature) for white light. We manage the LED chip binning process to ensure the customized spectrum meets your optical targets and maintains batch-to-batch consistency during mass production.
What information should I provide before requesting a COB LED sample?
To ensure accurate sampling, please provide your target application, required wavelength or CCT, driving current and voltage, desired emitting area, and any physical constraints like PCB size or mounting hole positions. Providing an engineering drawing or housing space dimensions helps us review feasibility before building the sample.
Can COB LED be used for red light therapy or near infrared devices?
Absolutely. COB LEDs are highly suitable for red light therapy and near-infrared devices when a concentrated irradiance is needed in a specific area. We supply COB sources with specific wavelengths like 630nm, 660nm, 810nm, or 850nm, integrated onto substrates designed to fit inside your device's housing.
What should be checked before using UV COB LED?
When sourcing UV COB LEDs for curing or sterilization systems, you must verify the exact UV wavelength, required power density, and the thermal path. UV LEDs generate significant heat, so confirming a robust substrate (often ceramic) and ensuring your device has adequate heat sinking and safety shielding is critical before sample approval.
How does thermal design affect COB LED performance?
Because COB LEDs pack many chips into a small area, heat concentration is high. If the heat is not transferred away quickly through the substrate and housing, the LED junction temperature rises. This leads to wavelength shifts, reduced brightness, and shorter lifespan. We evaluate the thermal path during the project review phase.
Can Leienda supply COB LED with SMT LED board or PCBA light module support?
Yes, if a standard COB light source does not fit your assembly process, we offer SMT LED board and PCBA light module services. We can mount the COB onto a custom PCB, adding necessary connectors, specific mounting holes, and other components according to your BOM and engineering drawings to simplify your final assembly.
How do you confirm COB LED samples before batch production?
Sample approval involves rigorous testing items including wavelength range check, forward voltage test, brightness measurement, thermal behavior observation, and soldering inspection. Once you approve the sample, we create batch production documents aligned with these exact parameters to ensure batch-to-batch consistency.
COB LED testing scene background

Send Your COB LED Light Source Requirements

Invite buyers to submit wavelength / CCT, power, emitting area, PCB size, connector, mounting holes, sample quantity, annual demand and application for a thorough engineering review.