APL3015PBC/A-F01

Overview

The APL3015PBC/A-F01 is a single-color blue surface-mount LED manufactured by Kingbright. It features a rectangular lens with water-clear transparency and emits light at a wavelength of 470 nm. The component has a luminous intensity of 120 mcd, a forward voltage of 2.1 V, and operates at a forward current of 20 mA. Rated power is 75 mW. Physical dimensions are 3 mm in length, 1.5 mm in width, and 1.4 mm in height. The viewing angle is 70 degrees.

Feature Summary

• Single-color blue emission with water-clear rectangular lens
• Surface-mount design for automated PCB assembly
• Standardized 1206 package footprint

Applications

• PCB status indication
• Electronic device front panel lighting
• Instrumentation visual signaling

Procurement Notes

Verify the obsolete lifecycle status before procurement planning. Confirm availability through authorized distributors as stock may be limited. Ensure compatibility with existing SMD reflow profiles and check for moisture sensitivity handling requirements during storage and assembly processes.

Selection Notes

Select this component when a standard blue indicator is required for space-constrained designs. The 1206 form factor suits high-density layouts. Verify that the 2.1 V forward voltage aligns with the driving circuit's output capabilities and thermal management strategy for continuous operation.

Part Context

This part belongs to Kingbright's 3.0mm x 1.5mm SMD chip LED series. It shares mechanical dimensions with other colors in the APL3015 family, such as red and green variants, facilitating consistent board layout across different product lines while providing distinct optical characteristics.

Replacement Considerations

Public confirmed substitute part numbers are not available in the provided documentation. Due to the obsolete lifecycle status, direct replacement verification requires consulting manufacturer engineering change notices or approved alternative component lists.