Sensors Infrared light emitting diode, top view type SIR-56ST3F The SIR-56ST3F is a GaAs infrared light emitting diode housed in clear plastic. This device has a high luminous efficiency and a 950 nm spectrum suitable for silicon detectors. Low cost make it an ideal light source for household remote control devices. Applications Optical control equipment Light source for remote control devices Features 1) High efficiency, high output PO = 8.0 mW (IF = 50 mA). 2) Emission spectrum well suited to silicon detectors. 3) Good current-optical output linearity. 4) Long life, high reliability. 5) Low cost, clear epoxy resin package. Absolute maximum ratings (Ta = 25C) 176 External dimension (Units: mm) Sensors SIR-56ST3F Electrical and optical characteristics (Ta = 25C) Electrical and optical characteristic curves 177 Sensors 178 SIR-56ST3F