Exit Sign With Battery Protection
#LED
#battery protection
#exit sign
#Luxeon
#energy efficient
#commercial lighting
#illuminated sign
#directional light
#battery-backed
#current saving
Description: This circuit replaces two white Luxeon 1W Star LEDs for the inverter and fluorescent tube in a standard battery-powered illuminated exit sign, commonly found in commercial buildings. Although the Luxeon LEDs produce less light output than a typical small fluorescent tube, their directional illumination is sufficient for the intended application and results in reduced current consumption from the battery. The use of a 6V sealed lead-acid (SLA) battery for this application poses a risk of complete discharge if the 240VAC mains supply is unavailable for an extended duration, which can occur when power is disconnected from unoccupied premises. Such a total discharge can lead to battery damage and must be prevented. This circuit addresses this issue by deactivating transistors Q1 and Q2 when the battery voltage drops below 5.5V, a threshold adjustable via trimpot VR1. At battery voltages below 5V, the current drain is reduced to below 200 µA.
The circuit design incorporates two Luxeon 1W Star LEDs, which are mounted in a manner that optimizes their directional light output for visibility in emergency exit situations. The LEDs are powered by a 6V sealed lead-acid battery, which is a common choice due to its reliability and cost-effectiveness in backup power applications. The circuit includes a monitoring feature that ensures the battery does not fall below a critical voltage level.
Transistors Q1 and Q2 are configured as switches that control the power supplied to the Luxeon LEDs. When the battery voltage exceeds the set threshold of 5.5V, the transistors remain in the "on" state, allowing current to flow to the LEDs and providing sufficient illumination. The adjustment of VR1 allows for fine-tuning of the voltage threshold, accommodating variations in battery performance and ensuring optimal operation.
The circuit also includes a low-power consumption mode that activates when the battery voltage drops below 5V. In this state, the current drain is minimized to below 200 µA, preserving battery life and preventing damage from deep discharge. This feature is critical, as it extends the operational lifespan of the SLA battery, especially in scenarios where the mains power supply may be interrupted for extended periods.
Overall, this circuit effectively balances the need for adequate illumination in exit signs with the necessity of protecting the battery from over-discharge, ensuring reliable performance in commercial environments.This circuit substitutes two white Luxeon 1W Star LEDs for the inverter and fluorescent tube in a standard battery-backed illuminated exit sign, as used in commercial premises. While the Luxeons have less light output than a standard small fluorescent tube, their directional light is quite adequate for the purpose and they do result in less curren
t drain from the battery. However, the use of a 6V SLA battery for this application means that it can be completely discharged if the 240VAC mains supply is absent for a long period, as can happen when the power to vacant premises is switched off. Such a complete discharge will effectively destroy the battery and must be avoided. This circuit achieves this by switching off Q1 & Q2 when the battery voltage falls below 5. 5V, as set by trimpot VR1. For voltages below 5V, the current drain falls to below 200 µA.
The circuit design incorporates two Luxeon 1W Star LEDs, which are mounted in a manner that optimizes their directional light output for visibility in emergency exit situations. The LEDs are powered by a 6V sealed lead-acid battery, which is a common choice due to its reliability and cost-effectiveness in backup power applications. The circuit includes a monitoring feature that ensures the battery does not fall below a critical voltage level.
Transistors Q1 and Q2 are configured as switches that control the power supplied to the Luxeon LEDs. When the battery voltage exceeds the set threshold of 5.5V, the transistors remain in the "on" state, allowing current to flow to the LEDs and providing sufficient illumination. The adjustment of VR1 allows for fine-tuning of the voltage threshold, accommodating variations in battery performance and ensuring optimal operation.
The circuit also includes a low-power consumption mode that activates when the battery voltage drops below 5V. In this state, the current drain is minimized to below 200 µA, preserving battery life and preventing damage from deep discharge. This feature is critical, as it extends the operational lifespan of the SLA battery, especially in scenarios where the mains power supply may be interrupted for extended periods.
Overall, this circuit effectively balances the need for adequate illumination in exit signs with the necessity of protecting the battery from over-discharge, ensuring reliable performance in commercial environments.This circuit substitutes two white Luxeon 1W Star LEDs for the inverter and fluorescent tube in a standard battery-backed illuminated exit sign, as used in commercial premises. While the Luxeons have less light output than a standard small fluorescent tube, their directional light is quite adequate for the purpose and they do result in less curren
t drain from the battery. However, the use of a 6V SLA battery for this application means that it can be completely discharged if the 240VAC mains supply is absent for a long period, as can happen when the power to vacant premises is switched off. Such a complete discharge will effectively destroy the battery and must be avoided. This circuit achieves this by switching off Q1 & Q2 when the battery voltage falls below 5. 5V, as set by trimpot VR1. For voltages below 5V, the current drain falls to below 200 µA.
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