PL03-CDR12

LED Indication - Discrete Overview

The PL03-CDR12 is a visible light emitting diode manufactured by P-tec Corporation. It features a 3mm (T1) radial through-hole package with a diffused red lens. The device emits light at a wavelength of 626nm and operates with a forward voltage of 2.1V. It is designed for discrete LED indication applications in electronic circuits.

LED Indication - Discrete Feature Summary

• Utilizes a 3mm T1 radial leaded package for standard through-hole mounting
• Features a diffused red lens to provide uniform light emission
• Emits visible light at a specific wavelength for clear status indication

LED Indication - Discrete Applications

• Discrete LED indication in electronic assemblies
• Panel mount indicator lights
• General purpose visual signaling devices

LED Indication - Discrete Procurement Notes

Verify the component authenticity by checking the manufacturer marking on the lens and leads against official P-tec specifications. Confirm RoHS compliance status if required by your assembly process. Ensure the supplier provides the original datasheet PDF to validate the 3mm T1 package dimensions and electrical characteristics before finalizing the purchase order.

LED Indication - Discrete Selection Notes

Select this component when a 3mm radial LED with a diffused red appearance is required for panel or board mounting. Consider the 2.1V forward voltage drop when designing the current limiting resistor circuit. Verify that the T1 form factor fits the available PCB hole spacing or panel cutout dimensions compared to other 5mm LED options.

LED Indication - Discrete Part Context

This part belongs to the P-tec PL series of visible LEDs, which includes various sizes such as 5mm and 1.8mm variants. The PL03-CDR12 specifically denotes the 3mm T1 size with a diffused red lens, distinguishing it from clear lens or different color options within the same product family.

LED Indication - Discrete Replacement Considerations

Compatible substitutes include other 3mm T1 red diffused LEDs from manufacturers like Kingbright or Everlight, provided they match the 2.1V forward voltage and physical lead spacing. Cross-reference the mechanical drawing to ensure pin compatibility.