1.8mm Orange LED

20º Viewing Angle

The 1.8mm LED has a unique lens design with one of the smallest leaded LEDs, making them a great inexpensive option for tight mounting locations. The broadened base ensures a stable hold and a simplified mounting.

Commonly used in meter movements, modelling and anywhere a tiny-mount LED is needed and are available in a wide variety of colours.

Specifications:

Model: OC208-01 - 1.8mm Orange LED
Color Frequency: 610nm (Orange)
Luminous Intensity: 800mcd
Viewing Angle: 20°
Forward Voltage: 1.9v - 2.1v
Typical Voltage: 2.0v
Typical Forward Current: 20mA
Style: 1.8mm

1.8mm LED Dimensions

Powering Your LED

Each model of LED has specific optimal voltage requirements. The optimal voltage is known as the Forward Voltage (Vf). When purchasing LEDs, the vendor should supply the Forward Voltage specification, which is used to determine the current limiting resistor requirement.

We offer a full range of 1/4 and 1/2 watt resistor. If you require assistance calculating the series dropping resistor, visit our Dropping Resistor Calculator. You can supply power and LED information for a single LED and multiple LEDs in series circuits.

For this LED, the specifications are:

LED Model: OC208-01
Forward Voltage (Vf): 2.0v @ 20mA (0.02A)
	Supply Voltage (Battery)
	3.3 V	5 V	9 V	12 V
Series Current Limiting Resistor Value	68 ohm 1/4 watt	180 ohm 1/4 watt	390 ohm 1/4 watt	560 ohm 1/2 watt

Series Dropping Resistor

The selection of the series dropping resistor in your circuit will ensure the longevity of your LED. Without the dropping resistor, your LED will have a drastically shorter life. From the chart above, match the desired power supply voltage, and the necessary dropping resistor value is listed.

Multiple LEDs in Series

LEDs can also operate with several units in series. This enables more efficient operation and lower component requirements. See our Dropping Resistor Calculator information to aid in calculating the necessary dropping resistor for multiple LEDs in series.

Package of 10 Pieces
Bulk packaged for larger quantities