Specifications
| Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Part Number | EL_IR204C-H16-L10 |
| Manufacturer | EVERLIGHT |
| Product Type | SMD LED |
| Category | LED |
| Package / Case | 3mm T-1 through-hole, water clear lens, 2.54mm lead spacing |
| LED Type | Infrared emitting diode; Product description |
| Package Size | 3 mm, T-1; Product title |
| Peak Wavelength | 940 nm; IF=20 mA, Ta=25°C |
| Chip Material | GaAlAs; Device selection guide |
| Lens Color | Water clear; Device selection guide |
| Lead Spacing | 2.54 mm; Feature list |
| Continuous Forward Current | 100 mA; Ta=25°C absolute maximum rating |
| Peak Forward Current | 1.0 A; pulse width <=100 us, duty <=1%, Ta=25°C |
| Reverse Voltage | 5 V; Ta=25°C absolute maximum rating |
| Operating Temperature | -40 to +85 °C; absolute maximum rating |
| Storage Temperature | -40 to +100 °C; absolute maximum rating |
| Soldering Temperature | 260 °C; soldering time <=5 seconds |
| Power Dissipation | 150 mW; at or below 25°C free air temperature |
| Radiant Intensity | min 2.8 mW/sr, typ 4.0 mW/sr; IF=20 mA, Ta=25°C |
| Radiant Intensity | typ 25 mW/sr; IF=100 mA, pulse width <=100 us, duty <=1%, 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 |
| Forward Voltage | typ 1.4 V, max 1.8 V; IF=100 mA, pulse width <=100 us, duty <=1%, Ta=25°C |
| Reverse Current | max 10 uA; VR=5 V, Ta=25°C |
| View Angle | typ 50 deg; 2theta1/2, IF=20 mA, Ta=25°C |
| Radiant Intensity Rank J | min 2.8 mW/sr, max 4.5 mW/sr; IF=20 mA |
| Radiant Intensity Rank K | min 4.00 mW/sr, max 6.40 mW/sr; IF=20 mA |
| Radiant Intensity Rank L | min 5.60 mW/sr, max 8.90 mW/sr; IF=20 mA |
| Radiant Intensity Rank M | min 7.80 mW/sr, max 12.50 mW/sr; IF=20 mA |
| Hand Soldering Tip Temperature | 300 °C max; 30 W max, soldering time 3 sec max |
| DIP Soldering Bath Temperature | 260 °C max; 5 sec max, preheat 100°C max for 60 sec max |
| Packing Quantity | 1000 pcs/bag, 4 bags/inner carton, 10 inner cartons/outside carton |
| Datasheet Status | request_only |
Product Overview
EL_IR204C-H16-L10 is an EVERLIGHT infrared emitting diode supplied in a 3 mm T-1 through-hole package. The package uses a water clear lens and 2.54 mm lead spacing, supporting standard through-hole assembly layouts for infrared LED emitter positions.
The device uses GaAlAs chip material and has a 940 nm peak wavelength at IF=20 mA and Ta=25°C. At the same test condition, radiant intensity is specified as 2.8 mW/sr minimum and 4.0 mW/sr typical, with 45 nm typical spectral bandwidth and a 50 degree typical viewing angle.
Electrical 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, with storage from -40 to +100°C.
Assembly limits include 260°C soldering temperature for <=5 seconds, 300°C maximum hand soldering tip temperature for 3 seconds maximum, and 260°C maximum DIP soldering bath temperature for 5 seconds maximum after specified preheat conditions.
Key Features
- Infrared emitting diode with 940 nm peak wavelength
- GaAlAs chip material in 3 mm T-1 package
- Water clear lens with 2.54 mm lead spacing
- 100 mA continuous forward current rating
- 1.0 A peak forward current under pulse conditions
- Forward voltage 1.2 V typical at 20 mA
- Radiant intensity 4.0 mW/sr typical at 20 mA
- 45 nm typical spectral bandwidth at 20 mA
- 50 degree typical viewing angle at 20 mA
- Operating temperature range from -40 to +85°C
Typical Applications
- Infrared emitter circuits
- 940 nm optical transmission
- Through-hole IR LED assemblies
- Pulsed infrared emitter designs
- Water clear lens emitter positions
- 50 degree viewing angle layouts
Procurement Notes
When requesting a quote for EL_IR204C-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_IR204C-H16-L10?
EL_IR204C-H16-L10 is an EVERLIGHT infrared emitting diode. The extracted datasheet facts identify it as a 3 mm T-1 through-hole LED with a water clear lens and 2.54 mm lead spacing.
What is the peak wavelength of EL_IR204C-H16-L10?
The peak wavelength is 940 nm when tested at IF=20 mA and Ta=25°C. The device uses GaAlAs chip material and is specified as an infrared emitting diode.
What are the forward voltage ratings for this part?
At IF=20 mA and Ta=25°C, forward voltage is 1.2 V typical and 1.5 V maximum. Under pulsed IF=100 mA conditions, it is 1.4 V typical and 1.8 V maximum.
What soldering limits are specified for EL_IR204C-H16-L10?
The absolute soldering temperature is 260°C for <=5 seconds. Hand soldering allows a 300°C maximum tip temperature with 30 W maximum and 3 seconds maximum. DIP soldering allows 260°C maximum for 5 seconds after the specified preheat.
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.