Description

5mm LED Crystal Clear Red Color (Transparent) – Detailed Description

The 5mm Crystal Clear Red LED is a high-quality light-emitting diode that delivers a bright and vivid red illumination. Featuring a transparent, water-clear lens, this LED provides high intensity and excellent visibility, making it ideal for a variety of applications, including electronic projects, indicator lights, automotive lighting, and decorative displays.

Key Features:

• Size: 5mm (T-1 3/4 package) standard LED
• Color: Red
• Lens Type: Transparent (Crystal Clear)
• High Brightness: Designed for strong, focused light output
• Viewing Angle: Typically ranges between 20° and 30°, providing a concentrated beam
• Forward Voltage (Vf): Usually 1.8V to 2.2V
• Forward Current (If): Typically 20mA (recommended for standard operation)
• Luminous Intensity: Can range from 1000mcd to 5000mcd, depending on the model
• Long Lifespan: Built for durability and efficiency, with an estimated lifespan of 50,000+ hours
• Polarity: The longer leg is the anode (+), and the shorter leg is the cathode (-)

Applications:

• Indicator Lights: Used in power indicators, status signals, and warning lights in circuits
• Electronic Projects: Perfect for DIY electronics, Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and other microcontroller-based projects
• Automotive Uses: Commonly used in dashboard lights, brake lights, and signal indicators
• Decorative and Accent Lighting: Ideal for model making, signage, and artistic designs
• Backlighting: Used in illuminated keypads, display boards, and button lighting
• Toys and Gadgets: Frequently integrated into toys, remote controls, and small electronic devices

Advantages of Crystal Clear LEDs:

• The transparent lens enhances brightness and efficiency by focusing the light output
• Minimal light diffusion, making it ideal for precise lighting applications
• Reliable and energy-efficient, consuming minimal power compared to traditional incandescent indicators

This 5mm Crystal Clear Red LED is a perfect choice for those needing a high-brightness, low-power, long-lasting lighting solution. Whether for professional applications or hobbyist projects, this LED ensures strong performance and reliability.