3RD-201

LED Indication - Discrete Overview

The Bivar Inc. 3RD-201 is a discrete red LED indicator designed for through-hole mounting on printed circuit boards. It features a diffused lens with a 35-degree viewing angle and emits light at a peak wavelength of 700nm. The component operates with a forward voltage of approximately 2.1V and provides an intensity rating of 2mcd. It utilizes a radial package configuration suitable for standard PCB layouts.

LED Indication - Discrete Feature Summary

• Through-hole radial lead configuration for secure PCB mounting
• Diffused lens design providing a 35-degree viewing angle
• Red emission spectrum optimized for visual status indication

LED Indication - Discrete Applications

• Panel-mounted equipment status indicators
• Consumer electronics power state signaling
• Industrial control board operational feedback

LED Indication - Discrete Procurement Notes

Verify the obsolete manufacturing status before procurement planning. Confirm availability from secondary distributors or authorized surplus channels. Ensure substitute components meet identical electrical and mechanical specifications to maintain system compatibility and reliability standards.

LED Indication - Discrete Selection Notes

Select this component when a low-intensity red indicator is required for general status signaling. Consider the 2mcd brightness level against ambient lighting conditions. Evaluate the 35-degree viewing cone for visibility requirements relative to the enclosure design and user interface layout constraints.

LED Indication - Discrete Part Context

This part belongs to Bivar's discrete LED indication series, focusing on simple visual signaling solutions. It complements their broader portfolio of PCB positioning and enclosure securing products. The radial form factor aligns with traditional through-hole assembly processes commonly used in legacy and robust industrial designs.

LED Indication - Discrete Replacement Considerations

The 3RD-201-S is documented as an available substitute variant. Verify that the suffix designation does not alter critical electrical parameters or physical dimensions. Ensure the replacement maintains the same radial package and diffused lens characteristics for direct interchangeability.