When will Cree release xm-l3

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Well, here is my logic:

  1. The XP-L2 is what I’d consider the latest die in this size (XPL die is about the same size as XML die). That has a top official rating over 1300lm on a much smaller package size. Smaller package means slower heat dissipation. Better thermal properties lead to higher output.
  2. The XHP-50 (both version one and version two) have a top rating over 2500lm in the same package size as XM-L2. They use smaller dies, and cram them together on one chip. Again, smaller means slower heat dissipation. A single (larger) die should do better.
  3. The XP-G3 is known to be capable of nearly 2000lm when pushed according to djozz testing. Again, this is with a smaller die and a smaller package size than XM-L2.
  4. We all know that Cree emitters are highly under-rated. I think an official rating of nearly 2000lm for a XM-L3 is clearly possible with the technology Cree holds.