3mm LED Specifications
3mm LED Technical and Optical Specifications
LEDs are available in a variety of sizes and shapes, including the 3mm LED. We carry a wide assortment of the most common models of 3mm, 5mm, 8mm, and 10mm models.
The size refers to the outside diameter of the LED. 3mm LEDs are the smallest and used in tight-fitting applications, while 8mm and 10mm models are used where you want to get out as much light as possible.
Super bright 3mm LEDs are incredibly bright good for use in your projects, illuminations, headlamps, spotlights, car lighting, models.
3mm LEDs can be used anywhere where you need low power, high-intensity reliable light, or indication. They go easily into a breadboard and will add that extra zing to your project.
How To Identify LED Terminal Leads
An LED has a positive (Anode) lead and a negative (Cathode) lead. The schematic symbol of the LED is similar to the diode except for two arrows pointing outwards. The Anode (+) is marked with a triangle, and the Cathode (-) is marked with a line.
The longer lead of an LED is generally the positive (Anode), while the shorter lead is the negative (cathode).
3mm LED Specifications
| 3mm LED Model | LED Colour | Optical Qualities | Electrical Characteristics |
|---|---|---|---|
PURC0283-01 | Super Bright Purple | Intensity: 160mcd Colour Freq: 390-400nm Viewing Angle: 18º Lens: Water Clear | Voltage: 3.3v-3.6v Typical: 3.4v Current: 18mA |
PNKC0283-01 | Super Bright Pink | Intensity: 8,800 mcd Colour Freq: 660-665nm Viewing Angle: 18º Lens: Water Clear | Voltage: 3.2v-3.4v Typical: 3.2v Current: 18mA |
WC0283-01 | Super Bright White | Intensity: 6,000mcd Colour Freq: 6000-6500 Viewing Angle: 28º Lens: Water Clear | Voltage: 2.6v-2.9v Typical: 2.8v Current: 18mA |
| WWC0283-02 | Super Bright Warm White | Intensity: 5,500mcd Colour Freq: 2800-3200 Viewing Angle: 28º Lens: Water Clear | Voltage: 2.5v-2.9v Typical: 2.7v Current: 18mA |
BC0283-01 | Super Bright Blue | Intensity: 2,000mcd Colour Freq: 470-475nm Viewing Angle: 28º Lens: Water Clear | Voltage: 2.6v-2.8v Typical: 2.8v Current: 18mA |
| BF0993-02 | Bright Blue (Frosted Lens) | Intensity: 1,800mcd Colour Freq: 460-465nm Viewing Angle: Diffused Lens Lens: Frosted | Voltage: 2.9v-3.2v Typical: 3.1v Current: 18mA |
GC0283-01 | Super Bright Green | Intensity: 3,500mcd Colour Freq: 520-570nm Viewing Angle: 28º Lens: Water Clear | Voltage: 2.4v-2.7v Typical: 2.6v Current: 18mA |
| GF0993-02 | Bright Green (Frosted Lens) | Intensity: 2,900mcd Colour Freq: 515-525nm Viewing Angle: Diffused Lens Lens: Frosted | Voltage: 2.2v-2.4v Typical: 2.3v Current: 18mA |
YC0283-01 | Super Bright Yellow | Intensity: 4,500mcd Colour Freq: 580-590nm Viewing Angle: 18º Lens: Water Clear | Voltage: 1.8v-2.0v Typical: 1.9v Current: 18mA |
| YF0993-02 | Bright Yellow (Frosted Lens) | Intensity: 4,000mcd Colour Freq: 590-595nm Viewing Angle: Diffused Lens Lens: Frosted | Voltage: 1.9v-2.1v Typical: 2.0v Current: 18mA |
RC0283-01 | Super Bright Red | Intensity: 4,500mcd Colour Freq: 620-628nm Viewing Angle: 18º Lens: Water Clear | Voltage: 1.6v-1.9v Typical: 1.8v Current: 18mA |
| RF0993-02 | Bright Red (Frosted Lens) | Intensity: 3,600mcd Colour Freq: 620-628nm Viewing Angle: Diffused Lens Lens: Frosted | Voltage: 1.9v-2.1v Typical: 2.0v Current: 18mA |