Specifications
| Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Part Number | IR17-21C_TR8 |
| Manufacturer | EVERLIGHT |
| Product Type | SMD LED |
| Category | LED |
| Datasheet Part Number | IR17-21C/TR8 |
| Package | 0805 package |
| Emitter Type | Infrared emitting diode |
| Mounting / Form Factor | Miniature SMD package |
| Lens / Mold Color | Water clear |
| Chip Material | GaAlAs |
| Part Category | IR |
| Spectral Matching | Matched to silicon photodiode and phototransistor |
| Continuous Forward Current | 65 mA, Ta=25°C absolute maximum rating |
| Reverse Voltage | 5 V, Ta=25°C absolute maximum rating |
| Operating Temperature | -40 to +85 °C, absolute maximum rating |
| Storage Temperature | -40 to +85 °C, absolute maximum rating |
| Soldering Temperature | 260 °C, soldering time <= 5 seconds |
| Power Dissipation | 130 mW, at or below 25°C free air temperature |
| Radiant Intensity | Min 0.2 mW/sr, Typ 0.8 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 μA; VR=5 V, Ta=25°C |
| View Angle | Typ 120 deg; 2θ1/2, IF=20 mA, Ta=25°C |
| Moisture Storage Before Opening | 10°C to 30°C and <=90% RH |
| Shelf Life | Suggested use within one year before opening package |
| Floor Life After Opening | 168 hours, stored at 10°C to 30°C and <=60% RH |
| Recommended Baking Condition | 96 hours at 60°C ±5°C and <5% RH |
| Reflow Limit | Maximum two reflow soldering cycles |
| Hand Soldering Condition | Less than 350°C for 3 seconds, soldering iron capacity less than 25 W |
| Tape and Reel Quantity | 3000 pcs/reel |
| Package Dimension Tolerance | ±0.1 mm unless otherwise mentioned |
| Datasheet Status | request_only |
Product Overview
IR17-21C_TR8 is an EVERLIGHT infrared chip LED identified in the manufacturer datasheet as IR17-21C/TR8. It is described as an infrared emitting diode in a miniature SMD form factor, with the product title specifying an 0805 package. The device selection guide lists a water clear lens or mold, GaAlAs chip material, and IR part category.
At IF=20 mA and Ta=25°C, the device has a typical 940 nm peak wavelength, typical 45 nm spectral bandwidth, and typical 120 deg view angle. Radiant intensity is specified as 0.2 mW/sr minimum and 0.8 mW/sr typical under the same test condition. Forward voltage is 1.2 V typical and 1.5 V maximum, while reverse current is 10 μA maximum at VR=5 V and Ta=25°C.
Assembly and storage limits include 65 mA continuous forward current, 5 V reverse voltage, 130 mW power dissipation at or below 25°C free air temperature, and -40 to +85°C operating and storage ranges. The part is supplied in tape and reel at 3000 pcs/reel, with floor life, baking, reflow, and hand soldering conditions specified in the datasheet.
Key Features
- Infrared emitting diode in 0805 SMD package
- Miniature surface-mount form factor for compact assemblies
- Water clear lens or mold construction
- GaAlAs chip material specified by device guide
- Matched to silicon photodiode and phototransistor receivers
- 940 nm typical peak wavelength at IF=20 mA
- 0.8 mW/sr typical radiant intensity at IF=20 mA
- 120 deg typical view angle at IF=20 mA
- Forward voltage 1.2 V typical, 1.5 V maximum
- Tape and reel supply, 3000 pcs per reel
Typical Applications
- Silicon photodiode emitter pairing
- Phototransistor emitter pairing
- Infrared optical sensing
- IR transmitter assemblies
- Compact SMD infrared indication
- 940 nm infrared emitter circuits
Procurement Notes
When requesting a quote for IR17-21C_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 LED is IR17-21C_TR8?
IR17-21C_TR8 is an EVERLIGHT infrared chip LED. The datasheet identifies it as an infrared emitting diode in an 0805 miniature SMD package with GaAlAs chip material and a water clear lens or mold.
What optical output parameters are specified?
At IF=20 mA and Ta=25°C, the datasheet specifies radiant intensity of 0.2 mW/sr minimum and 0.8 mW/sr typical, a 940 nm typical peak wavelength, 45 nm typical spectral bandwidth, and a 120 deg typical view angle.
What are the main handling limits for this part?
The part has a 168 hour floor life after opening when stored at 10°C to 30°C and <=60% RH. If baking is required, the datasheet specifies 96 hours at 60°C ±5°C and <5% RH.
How is IR17-21C_TR8 supplied for assembly?
The datasheet lists tape and reel packaging with 3000 pcs/reel. Soldering guidance includes a maximum of two reflow soldering cycles and hand soldering below 350°C for 3 seconds per terminal.
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.