Specifications
| Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Part Number | EL_IR26-21C-L110-TR8 |
| Manufacturer | EVERLIGHT |
| Product Type | SMD LED |
| Category | LED |
| Package/Case | 1.6mm round subminiature SMD double-end package, water clear spherical top-view lens |
| Chip Material | GaAlAs |
| Lens Color | Water Clear |
| Package Type | Miniature SMD package with spherical top-view lens |
| Tape/Reel Packaging | 12 mm tape on 7 inch diameter reel |
| Continuous Forward Current | 65 mA |
| Reverse Voltage | 5 V |
| Operating Temperature | -25 to +85 °C |
| Storage Temperature | -40 to +85 °C |
| Soldering Temperature | 260 °C |
| Power Dissipation | 130 mW |
| Radiant Intensity | Min 1.0 mW/sr, Typ 3.0 mW/sr |
| Peak Wavelength | Typ 940 nm |
| Spectral Bandwidth | Typ 45 nm |
| Forward Voltage | Typ 1.2 V, Max 1.5 V |
| Reverse Current | Max 10 µA |
| View Angle | Typ 20 deg |
| Moisture-Proof Bag Storage Temperature | 10 to 30 °C |
| Moisture-Proof Bag Storage Humidity | 90% RH or less |
| Suggested Use Period Before Opening | Within 1 year |
| Floor Life | 168 hours |
| Bake Condition | 96 hours at 60°C ±5°C and <5% RH |
| Reflow Soldering Limit | Not more than 2 times |
| Soldering Iron Temperature | Less than 350°C |
| Soldering Iron Interval | 2 seconds or more |
| Loaded Quantity | 1500 pcs/reel |
| Datasheet Status | request_only |
Product Overview
EL_IR26-21C-L110-TR8 is an EVERLIGHT infrared emitting diode built with GaAlAs chip material. The device uses a water clear lens and is supplied in a miniature SMD package with a spherical top-view lens, described as a 1.6mm round subminiature SMD double-end package.
At IF=20 mA and Ta=25°C, the diode has 940 nm typical peak wavelength, 45 nm typical spectral bandwidth, 1.0 mW/sr minimum and 3.0 mW/sr typical radiant intensity, 1.2 V typical forward voltage with 1.5 V maximum, and 20 degree typical view angle. Reverse current is specified at 10 µA maximum at VR=5 V and Ta=25°C.
Assembly and handling limits include 12 mm tape on 7 inch diameter reel packaging with 1500 pcs/reel. Storage before opening is specified at 10 to 30°C and 90% RH or less, with use within 1 year. After opening, floor life is 168 hours at 10 to 30°C and 60% RH or less. Reflow soldering is limited to not more than 2 times.
Key Features
- GaAlAs infrared emitting diode chip material
- Water clear spherical top-view lens
- 1.6mm round subminiature SMD double-end package
- 940 nm typical peak wavelength at IF=20 mA
- 45 nm typical spectral bandwidth at IF=20 mA
- 3.0 mW/sr typical radiant intensity at IF=20 mA
- 1.2 V typical forward voltage at IF=20 mA
- 20 degree typical view angle
- 65 mA continuous forward current rating
- 12 mm tape on 7 inch reel packaging
- 1500 pieces loaded per reel
- Reflow soldering limited to not more than 2 times
Typical Applications
- Infrared remote-control transmitters
- Optical sensing emitters
- IR proximity detection
- Short-range infrared links
- Reflective object sensing
- Compact SMD infrared emitters
- 940 nm IR illumination
Procurement Notes
When requesting a quote for EL_IR26-21C-L110-TR8, 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 device is EL_IR26-21C-L110-TR8?
EL_IR26-21C-L110-TR8 is an EVERLIGHT infrared emitting diode in the LED category. It uses GaAlAs chip material and a water clear spherical top-view lens in a miniature SMD package.
What wavelength does EL_IR26-21C-L110-TR8 emit?
The datasheet specifies a typical peak wavelength of 940 nm at IF=20 mA and Ta=25°C. The typical spectral bandwidth under the same condition is 45 nm.
What are the main electrical limits for this diode?
Absolute maximum ratings include 65 mA continuous forward current, 5 V reverse voltage, 130 mW power dissipation at or below 25°C free air temperature, and -25 to +85°C operating temperature.
How is EL_IR26-21C-L110-TR8 packaged for assembly?
The device is supplied in 12 mm tape on a 7 inch diameter reel. The carrier tape note specifies a loaded quantity of 1500 pieces per reel.
What handling limits apply after opening the package?
After opening, the floor life is 168 hours when stored at 10 to 30°C and 60% RH or less. If baking is required, the condition is 96 hours at 60°C ±5°C and under 5% RH.
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.