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APT1608SURCK

APT1608SURCK

Kingbright
Red 630nm LED Indication - Discrete 1.95V 0603 (1608 Metric)
Active112,314 in stock

Overview

The APT1608SURCK is a high-brightness Hyper Red LED in a standard 0603 surface-mount package. Utilizing AlGaInP on GaAs substrate technology, it provides a luminous intensity of 80mcd at a 20mA test current with a wide 120-degree viewing angle. Its 1.6mm x 0.8mm footprint and low 0.75mm profile make it ideal for compact status indication in space-constrained designs.

Why Choose This Part

This LED features a low typical forward voltage of 1.95V, allowing for efficient operation from 3.3V or 5V rails with standard current-limiting resistors. The 120-degree viewing angle ensures consistent visibility from various perspectives, while the clear lens maximizes light output for a bright 80mcd rating.

Applications

Status Indicators
Visual feedback for power rails, logic states, or error conditions on dense PCB assemblies.
LCD Backlighting
Small-scale backlighting for buttons, switches, and miniature display panels.
Front Panel Signaling
Use in light pipes for network equipment and consumer electronics to indicate connectivity or activity.

Key Specifications

Color Red
Lens Size 1.20mm x 0.80mm
Lens Color Colorless
Lens Style Rectangle with Flat Top
Height (Max) 0.75mm
Configuration Standard
Mounting Type Surface Mount
Viewing Angle 120deg
Current - Test 20mA
Package / Case 0603 (1608 Metric)
Size / Dimension 1.60mm L x 0.80mm W
Lens Transparency Clear
Wavelength - Peak 645nm
Millicandela Rating 80mcd
Wavelength - Dominant 630nm
Supplier Device Package Chip LED
Voltage - Forward (Vf) (Typ) 1.95V

Getting Started

Ensure a current-limiting resistor is placed in series with the LED to target the 20mA nominal operating current; for a 3.3V supply, a 68-ohm resistor is recommended. Follow standard SMD reflow profiles, noting the package height of 0.75mm to ensure proper solder paste stencil thickness and pick-and-place nozzle selection.

APT1608 Family

Comparing specs that differ across variants. The current part is highlighted.

Part Number Color Wavelength - Peak Millicandela Rating Wavelength - Dominant Voltage - Forward (Vf) (Typ) Stock
APT1608SURCK (this part) Red 645nm 80m 630nm 1.95V 112,314
APT1608EC Red 627nm 8m 617nm 2V 129,536
APT1608SYCK Yellow 590nm 150m 590nm 2V 380,877

Also Consider

LTST-C190KRKT Lite-On Inc. - A common 0603 alternative with similar 631nm dominant wavelength and luminous intensity.
598-8110-107F Dialight - Offers an AllnGaP red LED in an 0603 package for high-reliability industrial indication.
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