848

LED Indication - Discrete Overview

The Adafruit Industries LLC part number 848 is a tri-color light-emitting diode (LED) indicator. It features a radial package with four leads, supporting red, green, and blue color outputs. The component operates at a forward voltage of 2V for the red segment and 3.2V for both the green and blue segments. The specific emission wavelengths are 623nm for red, 523nm for green, and 467nm for blue. This discrete LED is designed for visual indication applications in electronic circuits.

LED Indication - Discrete Feature Summary

• Tri-color output capability combining red, green, and blue light sources within a single component
• Radial leaded package configuration suitable for through-hole mounting on protoboards or custom PCBs
• Distinct forward voltage specifications optimized for individual color segments to ensure accurate color mixing

LED Indication - Discrete Applications

• Visual status indication in microcontroller-based development boards
• Color mixing experiments in educational electronics kits
• Custom circuit prototyping requiring multi-color feedback signals

LED Indication - Discrete Procurement Notes

Verify the exact pinout configuration and common cathode versus common anode structure before integration into circuit designs. Confirm that the operating current limits for each color segment align with the driving circuit capabilities to prevent thermal damage. Ensure mechanical compatibility with the intended board layout regarding the radial lead spacing and overall component height constraints.

LED Indication - Discrete Selection Notes

Select this component when discrete multi-color indication is required without using integrated RGB LED modules. Consider the specific wavelength requirements for visibility in different ambient lighting conditions. Evaluate the forward voltage differences between the red and green/blue segments to design appropriate current-limiting resistors for each channel independently.

LED Indication - Discrete Part Context

This component belongs to the category of discrete optoelectronic indicators manufactured by Adafruit Industries LLC. It serves as a fundamental building block for hobbyist and educational electronics projects, providing a simple method for adding visual feedback to circuits. The product is distinct from surface-mount RGB LEDs, offering easier manual handling and soldering for breadboard and perfboard applications.

LED Indication - Discrete Replacement Considerations

Public confirmed substitute part numbers are not available in the provided documentation. Users should consult manufacturer datasheets for equivalent tri-color radial LEDs with matching electrical characteristics and mechanical dimensions.