EL1ML2 940nm Infrared Emitting Diode TO 18 (IR LED)

The EL1ML2 Infrared Emitting Diode is a semiconductor light source designed to emit infrared radiation at a peak wavelength of approximately 940nm. It is suitable for optical sensing, infrared transmission and detection systems that use a compatible photodiode or phototransistor as the receiver. Its TO 18 metal can package supports integration into electronic equipment and optical sensing assemblies.

Key Features -

• Infrared emission at a peak wavelength of approximately 940nm

• Designed for infrared transmission and optical sensing

• TO 18 metal can package

• Suitable for optical switches and encoder systems

• Compatible with suitable infrared receivers

• Supports non contact optical detection applications

Specifications -

• Device Type: Infrared emitting diode

• Model: EL1ML2

• Peak Wavelength: 940nm

• Forward Voltage: Approximately 1.2V to 1.5V, subject to datasheet confirmation

• Forward Current: Up to 50mA, as specified for the supplied version

• Pulse Forward Current: Up to 100mA, subject to datasheet confirmation

• Viewing Angle: Approximately plus or minus 32 Degree, if specified for the supplied version

• Reverse Voltage: Approximately 5V, subject to datasheet confirmation

• Operating Temperature: Negative 25 C to positive 100 C, subject to datasheet confirmation

• Package Type: TO 18 metal can

• Radiant Intensity and optical output: Refer to the exact manufacturer datasheet

Applications -

• Optical switches and photo interrupters

• Infrared communication systems

• Encoder and position sensing

• Proximity and object detection

• Industrial automation

• Robotics and embedded electronics

• Optical measurement systems