3mm 940nm Infrared Transmitter LED (IR Emitter Diode)

The 3mm 940nm Infrared Transmitter LED is a compact semiconductor diode designed to emit infrared light for optical sensing, remote control and communication applications. Its small round package makes it suitable for space constrained printed circuit board designs. When paired with a compatible photodiode or phototransistor, it can act as the infrared light source in proximity detection and optical switching circuits.

Key Features -

• Infrared emission at approximately 940nm

• Compact 3mm round package

• Suitable for infrared transmission and optical sensing

• Compatible with suitable infrared receivers

• Through hole mounting for PCB integration

• Suitable for robotics and embedded electronics projects

Specifications -

• Device Type: Infrared emitting diode

• Wavelength: Approximately 940nm

• Forward Voltage: Approximately 1.2V to 1.5V, depending on the device

• Forward Current: Refer to the specific product datasheet

• Output Type: Infrared light emission

• Viewing Angle: Depends on the specific LED model

• Package Type: 3mm round through hole

• Mounting Type: Through hole PCB mounting

Applications -

• Infrared remote control transmitters

• Proximity and obstacle detection

• Line following robots

• Optical communication circuits

• Optical encoder systems

• Opto interrupters

• Embedded electronics and sensor projects