5mm Bullet-Head Through-Hole LED
5mm Bullet-Shaped Through-Hole LEDs - Hongcheng Optoelectronics LED Manufacturer
Product Overview:
The 5MM bullet-shaped LED is a round through-hole light-emitting diode with an approximately 5mm-diameter bullet-shaped lens. It offers high brightness, concentrated output, good directionality and high visibility. Suitable for electronic equipment, instruments, meters, appliance panels and industrial control indicators. Emission color, brightness, wavelength, lens color, viewing angle and lead length can be customized.
Key Advantages:
- 3MM bullet-shaped package with a compact, regular shape
- Top lens focuses light for high brightness and good directionality
- Two-lead through-hole structure for easy installation
- Available in red, yellow, green, blue, white, orange and purple
- Clear, diffused and tinted encapsulants available
- Custom brightness, wavelength, viewing angle and lead length available
Applications:
- Indicators for instruments, meters and industrial equipment
- Home appliance panels, switch and button indicators
- Audio equipment, power amplifiers and communications equipment
- Power supplies, chargers and security products
- Traffic signals and electronic signage
Product Features:
Chip: Grade A chips from leading brands in Taiwan and mainland China provide stable brightness, good color consistency and strong ESD resistance.
Gold wire: 99.99% pure gold wire bonding provides good electrical conductivity and strong, reliable bonds.
Encapsulant: High-quality epoxy resin offers good light transmission, well-defined light focusing and heat resistance, and resists yellowing.
Lead frame: high-quality metal lead frames offer good electrical conductivity. Custom lead lengths, bends and polarity configurations are available.
Packaging: Bulk, bagged and customer-specified packaging available, with antistatic and moisture protection.
Category: Through-Hole LED Series
Quick Reference: Key Optoelectronic Parameters (by Emission Color)
Test conditions: forward current IF=20mA, ambient temperature 25℃. Data are taken from each model's datasheet. “—” indicates that the item is not specified; download the corresponding PDF for complete specifications.
| Emission Color | Part Number | Forward Voltage VF (V) | Wavelength λp / Color Temperature CCT | Luminous Intensity Iv (mcd) | Viewing Angle 2θ½ (°) | Test Current IF (mA) | Operating Temperature |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violet | HC-54LU02V96BMC-CD-ZW | 2.8~3.4 | 400~420 nm | 200~600 | 10 | 20 | -20 ~ +80℃ |
| Red | HC-53BU02R34CJC-AA-L | 1.8~2.4 | 620~630 nm | 2000~4000 | 10 | 20 | -20 ~ +80℃ |
5mm Bullet-Shaped Through-Hole LEDs A 5mm through-hole LED indicator with a forward voltage of 1.8~3.4V (depending on emission color) and 20mA-class drive. Supplied directly by Dongguan Hongcheng Optoelectronics Co., Ltd. (an international member of Guangyu Group, with over 20 years of LED packaging experience). Uses A-grade chips and 99.99% pure gold wire bonding, with RoHS certification. Free samples and custom lead lengths, bent-lead forming and tape packaging are available. Download the datasheet PDF on this page for complete electrical specifications and mounting dimensions.
Q: Can the lead length of through-hole LEDs be customized?
A: Standard lead length is 23-25mm. Custom lead trimming (minimum 3.5mm) and lead forming are available; tape packaging supports automatic insertion machines.
Product Specifications at a Glance
| Product Name | 5mm Bullet-Shaped Through-Hole LEDs |
|---|---|
| Package: | Through-hole Package, Bullet-shaped |
| Dimensions | 5x5.5mm |
| Mounting: | DIP Through-hole |
| Emission Color | Single-color options (red, yellow, green, blue, white, orange, etc.) |
| Environmental Certification | RoHS |
| Manufacturer | Dongguan Hongcheng Optoelectronics Co., Ltd. |
| Customization: | Custom emission color, brightness, wavelength, encapsulant and lead length available |
| Detailed Specifications | See the datasheet PDF on this page for complete electrical parameters |
| Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ) | 1K（1,000 pcs） |
| Sample Lead Time | Typically 3-4 working days |
| Volume Production Lead Time | Typically 10-15 working days |
💡 Typical Applications: Common applications include indicators for instruments and industrial equipment, home appliance panels, switch and button indicators, audio equipment, power amplifiers and communications equipment, power supplies, chargers and security products.
Forward Voltage and Wavelength Quick Reference by Color
Voltage varies significantly between colors in the same package. Select current-limiting resistors using the values for the specific color:
| Emission Color | Wavelength Range | Forward Voltage | Chip Material |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red | 620~625nm | 1.8~2.4V | AlGaInP |
| Yellow | 585~595nm | 1.8~2.4V | AlGaInP |
| Orange | 600~610nm | 1.8~2.4V | AlGaInP |
| Standard Green | 565~575nm | 1.8~2.4V | AlGaInP |
| Emerald Green | 520~530nm | 2.8~3.4V | InGaN |
| Blue | 450~470nm | 2.8~3.4V | InGaN |
| White (Neutral White) | Full Spectrum | 3.0~3.4V | InGaN + phosphor |
Ordering and Inquiry Information
Minimum order quantity: 1K (1,000 pcs); sample lead time is generally 3-4 working days, and volume production lead time is generally 10-15 working days (subject to order confirmation). For volume pricing, use the inquiry form on this page or call/message us on WeChat at 139 2571 4318. Specify the exact model and quantity in your inquiry.
Selection Recommendations
Through-hole LED lead polarity is long lead positive and short lead negative. Recommended soldering conditions are within 260℃/3 seconds. Forward voltage varies by color (1.8~3.4V); select the current-limiting resistor for the actual color.
Related Reading: LED Indicator Part Number Comparison Table (Complete 2026 Edition) ｜ Datasheet Download Center
Note: The parameters on this page were compiled against product documentation on 2026-09-17. Items not provided in a datasheet are not assigned uniform values. Refer to the datasheet for the relevant part number.
