IR26-21C/L447/CT Infrared Emitting Diode

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IR26-21C/L447/CT Infrared Emitting Diode

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Part Number
EL_DIR-0001756-IR26-21C-L447-CT-Datasheet_v2
Manufacturer
EVERLIGHT
Package
1.6 mm round subminiature SMD package, water clear plastic spherical top-view lens
Category
LED
Product Type
SMD LED

Quick Sourcing Note

IR26-21C/L447/CT from EVERLIGHT is an LED-category infrared emitting diode in a 1.6 mm round subminiature SMD package with a water clear plastic spherical top-view lens. The device uses a GaAlAs chip and is supplied on 12 mm tape with 1500 pcs per 7 inch reel. Key electrical and optical parameters include 940 nm typical peak wavelength, 18 mW/sr typical radiant intensity at IF=20 mA, 25 degree typical view angle, 1.3 V typical forward voltage, and 65 mA continuous forward current. It is suited for infrared emitter circuits requiring compact top-view SMD assembly.

Specifications

TypeDescription
Part NumberEL_DIR-0001756-IR26-21C-L447-CT-Datasheet_v2
ManufacturerEVERLIGHT
Product TypeSMD LED
CategoryLED
Device Part NumberIR26-21C/L447/CT
Chip MaterialGaAlAs
Lens ColorWater Clear
Package TypeMiniature SMD package; molded in water clear plastic with spherical top-view lens
Package Size1.6 mm round subminiature
Package Case1.6 mm round subminiature SMD package, water clear plastic spherical top-view lens
Tape Packaging12 mm tape on 7 inch diameter reel
Reel Quantity1500 pcs/reel
Continuous Forward Current65 mA at Ta=25°C absolute maximum rating
Reverse Voltage5 V at Ta=25°C absolute maximum rating
Operating Temperature-25 to +85 °C
Storage Temperature-40 to +85 °C
Soldering Temperature260 °C for soldering time <=5 seconds
Power Dissipation130 mW at or below 25°C free air temperature
Radiant IntensityMin 11 mW/sr, Typ 18 mW/sr at IF=20 mA, Ta=25°C
Peak WavelengthTyp 940 nm at IF=20 mA, Ta=25°C
Spectral BandwidthTyp 55 nm at IF=20 mA, Ta=25°C
Forward VoltageTyp 1.3 V, Max 1.5 V at IF=20 mA, Ta=25°C
Reverse CurrentMax 10 µA at VR=5 V, Ta=25°C
View AngleTyp 25 deg, 2θ1/2, IF=20 mA, Ta=25°C
Solder PasteSn/Ag3.0/Cu0.5
Stencil Thickness0.10 mm
Dimension Tolerance±0.1 mm unless otherwise specified
Moisture Storage After Opening30°C or less and 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
Hand Soldering TemperatureLess than 350°C; each terminal within 3 seconds, once, soldering iron capacity less than 25 W
Datasheet SourceManufacturer technical datasheet
Datasheet Statusrequest_only

Product Overview

The EVERLIGHT IR26-21C/L447/CT is an infrared emitting diode built with a GaAlAs chip. It is identified as a miniature SMD package device molded in water clear plastic with a spherical top-view lens, and the package size is specified as 1.6 mm round subminiature.

At IF=20 mA and Ta=25°C, the diode provides 11 mW/sr minimum and 18 mW/sr typical radiant intensity. Optical characteristics include a typical 940 nm peak wavelength, 55 nm typical spectral bandwidth, and 25 degree typical viewing angle. Electrical ratings include 1.3 V typical and 1.5 V maximum forward voltage, plus 10 µA maximum reverse current at VR=5 V.

Assembly data includes Sn/Ag3.0/Cu0.5 solder paste, 0.10 mm stencil thickness, and ±0.1 mm dimensional tolerance unless otherwise specified. Packaging is 12 mm tape on a 7 inch reel with 1500 pcs/reel. Handling guidance includes 168 hours floor life after opening, controlled storage at 30°C or less and 60%RH or less, and reflow no more than two times.

Key Features

  • GaAlAs infrared emitting diode chip
  • Water clear spherical top-view lens
  • 1.6 mm round subminiature SMD package
  • 940 nm typical peak wavelength at 20 mA
  • 18 mW/sr typical radiant intensity at 20 mA
  • 25 degree typical viewing angle
  • 1.3 V typical forward voltage at 20 mA
  • 65 mA continuous forward current rating
  • 12 mm tape on 7 inch reel
  • 1500 pieces per reel packaging

Typical Applications

  • Infrared emitter circuits
  • Compact SMD infrared assemblies
  • Top-view infrared light output
  • 940 nm infrared emission designs
  • Tape-and-reel production assembly

Procurement Notes

When requesting a quote for EL_DIR-0001756-IR26-21C-L447-CT-Datasheet_v2, 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 is the device part number for this EVERLIGHT infrared diode?

The device identification in the manufacturer technical datasheet is IR26-21C/L447/CT. The CMS part number is EL_DIR-0001756-IR26-21C-L447-CT-Datasheet_v2 for this EVERLIGHT LED-category infrared emitting diode.

What optical output parameters are specified at 20 mA?

At IF=20 mA and Ta=25°C, the datasheet specifies radiant intensity of 11 mW/sr minimum and 18 mW/sr typical, 940 nm typical peak wavelength, 55 nm typical spectral bandwidth, and a 25 degree typical view angle.

What package and lens construction does this part use?

IR26-21C/L447/CT uses a 1.6 mm round subminiature SMD package. The datasheet describes it as a miniature SMD package molded in water clear plastic with a spherical top-view lens.

What assembly and handling limits are listed in the datasheet?

Assembly notes specify Sn/Ag3.0/Cu0.5 solder paste, 0.10 mm stencil thickness, and reflow no more than two times. After opening, storage should be 30°C or less and 60%RH or less, with 168 hours floor life.

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.

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