The HSMC-C170 ChipLED from Broadcom utilizes advanced Aluminum Indium Gallium Phosphide (AlInGaP) technology, offering high luminous efficiency across a broad range of drive currents. This technology enables the production of LEDs with significant light output, making it suitable for various applications requiring high brightness in a compact form factor.
The HSMC-C170 comes in an untinted, diffused package designed for top emission, with a standard industry footprint for ease of integration into existing designs. It is compatible with IR soldering, ensuring reliability in the manufacturing process. Each unit is binned by color and intensity to ensure consistent performance across the board, excluding the red color variant. With its small size and high brightness, the HSMC-C170 is ideal for applications requiring precise light distribution and intensity control.
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ChipLEDs, such as the HSMC-C170, are compact light-emitting diodes that utilize semiconductor material to emit light when an electric current passes through them. These components are widely used in various electronic devices for illumination and indication purposes due to their small size, energy efficiency, and long service life.
When selecting a ChipLED for a project, engineers should consider parameters such as luminous intensity, wavelength (color), viewing angle, and forward voltage. These factors determine the LED's brightness, color, and how well the light is distributed. Additionally, the operating and storage temperature ranges are important for ensuring the LED's performance in different environments.
The choice of material technology, such as AlInGaP for the HSMC-C170, significantly affects the LED's efficiency and color spectrum. AlInGaP LEDs are known for their high brightness and ability to produce colors in the red to amber spectrum efficiently.
Finally, packaging and compatibility with manufacturing processes, like IR soldering, are crucial for the seamless integration of ChipLEDs into electronic devices. The HSMC-C170's industry-standard footprint and packaging options facilitate its use in a wide range of applications, from backlighting displays to serving as indicators on electronic panels.