LED Red 5mm

Specification

• Product Name: 5mm Red LED

• Type: Through-Hole, Diffused or Clear Epoxy Package

• Package Size: T-1¾ (5mm Diameter)

• Color Emission: Red

• Mount Type: Through-Hole

• Polarity:

  • Anode (Long Lead): Positive (+)

  • Cathode (Short Lead): Negative (−), flat edge on rim for marking

2. Optical Characteristics

• Dominant Wavelength: 620nm – 630nm

• Peak Wavelength: ~630nm

• Luminous Intensity:

  • Water Clear: 1,000 – 5,000 mcd

  • Diffused: 100 – 500 mcd

• Viewing Angle:

  • Water Clear: 15° – 30°

  • Diffused: 40° – 60°

• Light Output Type: Continuous visible light in red spectrum

3. Electrical Characteristics

• Forward Voltage (V_F): 1.8V – 2.2V (typical 2.0V @ 20mA)

• Reverse Voltage (V_R): 5V max

• Forward Current (I_F): 20mA (recommended), 30mA (maximum peak)

• Power Dissipation: ≤ 75mW

• Reverse Current (I_R): ≤ 10µA @ 5V

• ESD Sensitivity: Medium (requires handling precautions)

4. Physical & Mechanical Properties

• LED Diameter: 5mm (T-1¾)

• Total Length: ~25mm including leads

• Lead Pitch: 2.54mm (standard breadboard spacing)

• Lead Length: 20mm (pre-trimmed in some variants)

• Lead Material: Tin-plated copper

• Body Material: Epoxy resin

• Color Options (Lens): Water Clear, Red Diffused, Milky White

• Weight: Approx. 0.2g per unit

5. Thermal Characteristics

• Operating Temperature: -40°C to +85°C

• Storage Temperature: -55°C to +100°C

• Thermal Resistance (Junction to Ambient): ~300°C/W

• Soldering Temperature: 260°C for 5 seconds (Wave soldering)