I am relatively experienced with general electronics but the general conduct in regards to LEDs is something that I am not extensively knowledgeable in. I am attempting to create an IRLED array of roughly 60 LEDs (exact number is available to change) that will all be powered by a battery.
My general design consists of a 6 x 10 array of LEDs (6 in series with a total of 10 rows in parallel) and I am not entirely sure which battery to specifically use. I want this array to be portable (so the option of using a wall power source is not available) as well as potentially allowing the array to have power for an extensive period of time (ideally the longest that can be achieved). The array does not have to be continuously on for the entire period of time as ideally it will be controlled to be turned on/off.
The IRLED that I have chosen to use is listed here (http://www.digikey.com/product-detail/en/SIR383/1080-1175-ND/2675666), but the general specs that are important are as follows:
I figured that using a Lithium-Ion battery would be the best choice as it would allow for a longer use, but I am unsure of the voltage and type of battery interactions in regards to powering an array of IRLEDs. I have searched these forums as well as the general internet and I have unable to find a direct answer to my question.
Any assistance or guidance on this project would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks
My general design consists of a 6 x 10 array of LEDs (6 in series with a total of 10 rows in parallel) and I am not entirely sure which battery to specifically use. I want this array to be portable (so the option of using a wall power source is not available) as well as potentially allowing the array to have power for an extensive period of time (ideally the longest that can be achieved). The array does not have to be continuously on for the entire period of time as ideally it will be controlled to be turned on/off.
The IRLED that I have chosen to use is listed here (http://www.digikey.com/product-detail/en/SIR383/1080-1175-ND/2675666), but the general specs that are important are as follows:
- Current - DC Forward (MAX) = 100mA
- Voltage - Forward (Typical) = 1.3 V
I figured that using a Lithium-Ion battery would be the best choice as it would allow for a longer use, but I am unsure of the voltage and type of battery interactions in regards to powering an array of IRLEDs. I have searched these forums as well as the general internet and I have unable to find a direct answer to my question.
Any assistance or guidance on this project would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks