IR15-21C_TR8 Infrared Emitting Diode

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IR15-21C_TR8 Infrared Emitting Diode

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Part Number
IR15-21C_TR8
Manufacturer
EVERLIGHT
Package
1206 miniature top-view flat SMD package
Category
LED
Product Type
SMD LED

Quick Sourcing Note

IR15-21C_TR8 from EVERLIGHT is an infrared emitting diode in the LED category, supplied in a 1206 miniature top-view flat SMD package with a water clear plastic mold. It uses a GaAlAs chip and is spectrally matched with silicon photodiode and phototransistor devices, supporting optical emitter and sensor-pair designs. Key electrical and optical parameters include 940 nm typical peak wavelength, 45 nm typical spectral bandwidth, 0.2 mW/sr minimum and 0.8 mW/sr typical radiant intensity at IF=20 mA, and 160 degree typical view angle. Ratings include 65 mA continuous forward current, 5 V reverse voltage, 130 mW power dissipation, and -25 to +85 °C operating temperature.

Specifications

TypeDescription
Part NumberIR15-21C_TR8
ManufacturerEVERLIGHT
Product TypeSMD LED
CategoryLED
Package Case1206 miniature top-view flat SMD package
Component TypeLED
Inferred CategoryLED
Chip MaterialGaAlAs
Lens ColorWater Clear
Continuous Forward Current65 mA, Ta=25°C
Reverse Voltage5 V, Ta=25°C
Operating Temperature-25 to +85 °C, Ta=25°C absolute maximum ratings
Storage Temperature-40 to +85 °C, Ta=25°C absolute maximum ratings
Soldering Temperature260 °C, soldering time <= 5 seconds
Power Dissipation130 mW, at or below 25°C free air temperature
Radiant Intensitymin 0.2 mW/sr, typ 0.8 mW/sr, IF=20 mA, Ta=25°C
Peak Wavelengthtyp 940 nm, IF=20 mA, Ta=25°C
Spectral Bandwidthtyp 45 nm, IF=20 mA, Ta=25°C
Forward Voltagetyp 1.2 V, max 1.5 V, IF=20 mA, Ta=25°C
Reverse Currentmax 10 µA, VR=5 V, Ta=25°C
View Angletyp 160 deg, IF=20 mA, Ta=25°C, 2θ1/2
Package StyleMiniature top-view flat SMD package
Package Size Class1206
Package Material AppearanceWater clear plastic mold
Spectral MatchingMatched with silicon photodiode and phototransistor
Package Dimension Tolerance±0.1 mm unless otherwise specified
Carrier Tape Quantity2000 pcs per reel
Storage Before Opening30°C or less, 90% RH or less
Storage After Opening30°C or less, 60% RH or less
Floor Life After Opening168 hours / 7 days
Baking Treatment60±5°C for 24 hours if silica gel faded or storage time exceeded
Reflow Soldering LimitNo more than two times
Soldering Iron TemperatureLess than 350°C, 3 seconds maximum, once per terminal, capacity less than 25 W
Datasheet Statusrequest_only

Product Overview

The IR15-21C_TR8 is an EVERLIGHT infrared emitting diode built with GaAlAs chip material. The device is provided as a 1206 miniature top-view flat SMD package with a water clear plastic mold and water clear lens color, making it suited to compact surface-mount infrared emitter layouts.

At IF=20 mA and Ta=25°C, the diode has a typical peak wavelength of 940 nm, typical spectral bandwidth of 45 nm, and radiant intensity of 0.2 mW/sr minimum and 0.8 mW/sr typical. The forward voltage is 1.2 V typical and 1.5 V maximum under the same current and temperature conditions, with reverse current limited to 10 µA maximum at VR=5 V.

Assembly and storage limits are defined for moisture-sensitive handling and soldering control. Before opening the moisture proof bag, storage is specified at 30°C or less and 90% RH or less. After opening, storage is 30°C or less and 60% RH or less with a 168 hour / 7 day floor life. Reflow soldering is limited to no more than two times, and soldering iron work is specified below 350°C for 3 seconds maximum once per terminal.

Key Features

  • GaAlAs infrared emitting diode chip material
  • 1206 miniature top-view flat SMD package
  • Water clear lens and plastic mold appearance
  • 940 nm typical peak wavelength at IF=20 mA
  • 45 nm typical spectral bandwidth at IF=20 mA
  • 160 degree typical view angle at IF=20 mA
  • 65 mA continuous forward current rating at Ta=25°C
  • 1.2 V typical forward voltage at IF=20 mA
  • Matched with silicon photodiode and phototransistor devices
  • Supplied on carrier tape, 2000 pcs per reel

Typical Applications

  • Silicon photodiode emitter pairing
  • Phototransistor optical emitter pairing
  • 940 nm infrared sensing links
  • Compact top-view SMD emitter layouts
  • Wide-angle infrared emission designs
  • Surface-mount optical assemblies

Procurement Notes

When requesting a quote for IR15-21C_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 IR15-21C_TR8?

IR15-21C_TR8 is an EVERLIGHT infrared emitting diode in the LED category. It uses GaAlAs chip material and is supplied in a 1206 miniature top-view flat SMD package with a water clear plastic mold.

What optical wavelength does IR15-21C_TR8 emit?

The datasheet specifies a typical peak wavelength of 940 nm at IF=20 mA and Ta=25°C. Under the same conditions, the typical spectral bandwidth is 45 nm and the typical view angle is 160 degrees.

What are the main electrical ratings for IR15-21C_TR8?

The device is rated for 65 mA continuous forward current and 5 V reverse voltage at Ta=25°C. Forward voltage is specified as 1.2 V typical and 1.5 V maximum at IF=20 mA and Ta=25°C.

How should IR15-21C_TR8 be handled after opening?

After opening the package, storage is specified at 30°C or less and 60% RH or less. The floor life is 168 hours, or 7 days. Baking is specified at 60±5°C for 24 hours if the silica gel faded or storage time was exceeded.

Technical Review & Sourcing Note

Prepared by LDeepAI Component Sourcing Team. Reviewed for RFQ, documentation and alternative sourcing use. Last updated: July 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.

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