Light emitting diode package having a protective coating

Abstract

A light emitting diode package, including: a housing, wherein the housing includes a top section having an aperture; a lead frame associated with the housing, wherein the lead frame includes a first electrode and a second electrode; a light emitting diode light source, wherein the light emitting diode light source is associated with the aperture of the housing; an encapsulant, wherein the encapsulant is associated with at least a portion of the light emitting diode light source and the housing; and a protective coating associated with at least a portion of the encapsulant and the housing, wherein the protective coating reduces and/or eliminates oxidative degradation, thermal degradation, and/or photodegradation.

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