Specifications
| Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Part Number | EL_IR204-H16-L10 |
| Manufacturer | EVERLIGHT |
| Product Type | SMD LED |
| Category | LED |
| Datasheet Product Designation | IR204/H16/L10 |
| LED Type | Infrared emitting LED |
| Package Style | 3mm T-1 |
| Package Case | 3mm T-1 blue transparent plastic package; 2.54mm lead spacing |
| Lead Spacing | 2.54 mm |
| Chip Material | GaAlAs |
| Lens Color | Blue |
| Package Material/Appearance | Blue transparent plastic package |
| Continuous Forward Current | 100 mA; Ta=25°C absolute maximum rating |
| Peak Forward Current | 1.0 A; pulse width ≤100 us and duty ≤1%, Ta=25°C absolute maximum rating |
| Reverse Voltage | 5 V; Ta=25°C absolute maximum rating |
| Operating Temperature | -40 to +85 °C |
| Storage Temperature | -40 to +100 °C |
| Soldering Temperature | 260 °C; soldering time ≤5 seconds |
| Power Dissipation | 150 mW; at or below 25°C free air temperature |
| Radiant Intensity | Min 4.0 mW/sr, Max 17.6 mW/sr; IF=20 mA, Ta=25°C |
| Peak Wavelength | Typ 940 nm; IF=20 mA, Ta=25°C |
| Spectral Bandwidth | Typ 45 nm; IF=20 mA, Ta=25°C |
| Forward Voltage | Typ 1.2 V, Max 1.5 V; IF=20 mA, Ta=25°C |
| Reverse Current | Max 10 uA; VR=5 V, Ta=25°C |
| Viewing Angle | Typ 50 degrees; 2θ1/2, IF=20 mA, Ta=25°C |
| Radiant Intensity Rank K | 4.0 to 6.4 mW/sr; IF=20 mA |
| Radiant Intensity Rank L | 5.6 to 8.9 mW/sr; IF=20 mA |
| Radiant Intensity Rank M | 7.8 to 12.5 mW/sr; IF=20 mA |
| Radiant Intensity Rank N | 11.0 to 17.6 mW/sr; IF=20 mA |
| Forward Voltage Measurement Uncertainty | ±0.1 V |
| Luminous Intensity Measurement Uncertainty | ±10% |
| Dominant Wavelength Measurement Uncertainty | ±1.0 nm |
| Packing Quantity | 200-1000 pcs/bag, 4 bags/box, 10 boxes/carton |
| Dimensional Tolerance | ±0.25 mm unless otherwise specified |
| Datasheet Source | Manufacturer technical datasheet |
| Datasheet Status | request_only |
Product Overview
The EL_IR204-H16-L10 is an EVERLIGHT LED corresponding to the datasheet product designation IR204/H16/L10. It is specified as a 3mm infrared emitting LED in the T-1 package style, with a blue transparent plastic package, blue lens color, GaAlAs chip material, and 2.54 mm lead spacing for through-hole mounting.
At IF=20 mA and Ta=25°C, the device has a typical peak wavelength of 940 nm, typical spectral bandwidth of 45 nm, and typical viewing angle of 50 degrees. Radiant intensity is specified from 4.0 to 17.6 mW/sr, with rank ranges K, L, M, and N covering the datasheet bin limits.
Absolute maximum ratings include 100 mA continuous forward current, 1.0 A peak forward current for pulse width ≤100 us and duty ≤1%, 5 V reverse voltage, and 150 mW power dissipation at or below 25°C free air temperature. The operating temperature range is -40 to +85°C, storage temperature is -40 to +100°C, and soldering is specified at 260°C for ≤5 seconds.
Key Features
- 3mm T-1 infrared emitting LED package
- Blue transparent plastic package with blue lens
- 2.54 mm lead spacing for through-hole assembly
- GaAlAs chip material specified in device guide
- 940 nm typical peak wavelength at IF=20 mA
- 45 nm typical spectral bandwidth at IF=20 mA
- 50 degree typical viewing angle at IF=20 mA
- 100 mA continuous forward current rating
- 1.2 V typical forward voltage at IF=20 mA
- 260°C soldering temperature for up to 5 seconds
Typical Applications
- Infrared emitter circuits
- 940 nm optical transmission
- Through-hole LED assemblies
- Pulsed infrared drive circuits
- Infrared sensing light sources
- T-1 package replacements
Procurement Notes
When requesting a quote for EL_IR204-H16-L10, buyers should confirm the manufacturer, package or case, required quantity, target date code, compliance documents, packing method, destination country and expected delivery schedule.
If alternatives are acceptable, buyers should share the approved vendor list, required electrical or optical limits, package constraints and qualification requirements. Any alternative part should be reviewed by the buyer's engineering team before production use.
For LED and optoelectronic sourcing, brightness bin, wavelength or color temperature bin, forward voltage range, viewing angle, moisture sensitivity level and soldering process limits may affect final selection, availability and lead time.
FAQ
What type of LED is EL_IR204-H16-L10?
EL_IR204-H16-L10 is an EVERLIGHT 3mm infrared emitting LED. The datasheet product designation is IR204/H16/L10, and the part is specified in a T-1 package style with GaAlAs chip material.
What package is specified for this infrared LED?
The device uses a 3mm T-1 blue transparent plastic package with a blue lens. The datasheet also specifies 2.54 mm lead spacing and a dimensional tolerance of ±0.25 mm unless otherwise specified.
What are the main optical ratings at IF=20 mA?
At IF=20 mA and Ta=25°C, the LED has 4.0 to 17.6 mW/sr radiant intensity, 940 nm typical peak wavelength, 45 nm typical spectral bandwidth, and a 50 degree typical viewing angle.
What current and temperature limits are listed?
Absolute maximum ratings include 100 mA continuous forward current, 1.0 A peak forward current under the specified pulse condition, -40 to +85°C operating temperature, and -40 to +100°C storage temperature.
Technical Review & Sourcing Note
Prepared by LDeepAI Component Sourcing Team. Reviewed for RFQ, documentation and alternative sourcing use. Last updated: June 30, 2026.
This page is based on manufacturer datasheet information and LDeepAI sourcing review. Specifications should be verified against the official manufacturer datasheet before final procurement or design approval. Final electrical, optical and reliability approval should be confirmed by the buyer's engineering team.