📋 Overview
These 3mm Blue (455–465nm) LEDs put out a crisp, bright 4,500–5,500 mcd through a clear transparent lens — perfect for indicators, flashlights, decorative lighting, and status displays. With a wide 30° viewing angle and standard 20mA drive current, they're an easy drop-in upgrade for any breadboard or through-hole PCB project, whether you're just getting started with electronics or building out a full production run.
⭐ Key Features
- Bright 4,500–5,500 mcd luminous intensity
- True blue emitting color (455–465nm)
- Wide 30° viewing angle (50% power angle) for even light spread
- Clear (water-clear transparent) lens package
- Standard 2.54mm pin spacing — fits breadboards and perfboard directly
- Low forward current draw (20mA) for efficient, long-lasting use
- Available in convenient 10, 25, 50, and 100-piece packs
📊 Specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|
| LED Size | 3mm (0.12 inches) |
| Emitting Color | Blue (455–465nm) |
| Lens/Package | Clear (Transparent) |
| Pin Spacing | 2.54mm (0.1 inches) |
| Forward Voltage | 3.0–3.2V |
| Forward Current | 20mA |
| Viewing Angle | 30° (50% power angle) |
| Luminous Intensity | 4,500–5,500 mcd |
| Lead Length | Approx. 19mm (3/4 inch) |
| Polarity | Anode (+): Long Lead | Cathode (−): Short Lead |
📦 What's in the Box
Choose your package size at checkout — 10, 25, 50, or 100 pieces of the 3mm Blue LED, Clear (Transparent) lens.
💡 Tips
Always use a current-limiting resistor with this LED — running it directly off a battery or supply voltage above 3.2V without one can burn it out almost instantly. For a typical 5V supply, a 100–150Ω resistor works well at 20mA.
Want to skip the resistor math entirely? Check out our . It eliminates the need for current-limiting resistors and lets you drive a single LED or a series string of LEDs at various drive voltages.
Sold and supported by . Ships from the USA. The manufacturer and Envistia LLC (dba Envistia Mall) are not responsible for any damages or losses resulting from the use of this product. Always follow proper electrical safety practices when working with electronic components. Specifications are based on manufacturer data and are subject to change without notice.
