0603 SMD LED
0603 SMD LEDs - Hongcheng Optoelectronics LED Manufacturer
Product Overview:
The 0603 SMD LED is a commonly used SMD light-emitting device, typically approximately 1.6×0.8mm, with a compact size, high brightness, low power consumption and stable emission. Its SMD package suits automated placement and reflow soldering. Red, yellow, blue, green, orange, white and dual-color versions are available.
Key Advantages:
- Standard 0603 SMD package saves PCB space
- Uniform light output and good color consistency
- Low power consumption, low heat output and stable operation
- Fast response for high-frequency indication
- Supports high-speed placement and automated production
- Custom colors, brightness, wavelengths and voltages available on request
Applications:
- Instruments and equipment status indication
- Communications equipment, routers and control panels
- Home appliances and smart homes
- Phones, earphones and consumer electronics
- Automotive electronics and vehicle-mounted equipment
- Medical equipment and industrial control equipment
- Button backlighting, digital displays and small-scale lighting
Product Features:
Chip: High-quality LED chips with stable brightness, good color consistency and good ESD resistance.
Wire bonding: A reliable bonding process provides good conductivity and secure connections.
Package: High-transmission encapsulant resists heat and aging and is resistant to discoloration over long-term use.
Lead frame: a highly reliable SMD lead frame provides stable solderability for reflow soldering production.
Packaging: tape-and-reel packaging available for automated placement machines and continuous production lines.
Category: 0603 SMD LED
Quick Reference: Key Optoelectronic Parameters (by Emission Color)
Test conditions: See the IF column for test current; ambient temperature 25℃. Data is taken from each model's datasheet. “—” indicates that the datasheet does not specify this item. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warm White | HC-0603TW4C-BL | 2.6~2.9 | 3500~4500 K | 300~600 | 120 | 5 | -20 ~ +80℃ |
| Red | HC-S1608BAR20TP-F1 | 1.9~2.3 | 620~630 nm | 80~150 | 120 | 20 | -40 ~ +80℃ |
| Orange | HC-J1608BHO05TP-F1 | 1.7~2.5 | 600~610 nm | 23~80 | 120 | 5 | -40 ~ +80℃ |
| White | HC-H1608BAW72TP-F1 | 2.5~3 | — | 200~361 | 140 | 5 | -40 ~ +80℃ |
| Yellow-green | HC-J1608BHG68TP-F1 | 1.6~2.4 | 566~576 nm | 10~45 | 120 | 10 | -40 ~ +80℃ |
| Yellow | HC-0603TY4C-C6 | 1.8~2.4 | 590~595 nm | 400~600 | 120 | 20 | -20 ~ +80℃ |
| Pure Green | HC-0603TG6C-AL-2 | 2.5~3 | 520~530 nm | 300~400 | 120 | 5 | -40 ~ +80℃ |
| Violet | HC-0603TFRC-AL-3 | 2.5~3 | — | 300~400 | 120 | 5 | -20 ~ +80℃ |
| Blue | HC-0603TB6C-BL-1 | 2.5~3 | 470~490 nm | 50~200 | 120 | 5 | -20 ~ +80℃ |
Related Products
0603 SMD LEDs An indicator LED in a 0603 SMD package (1.6×0.8mm), with a forward voltage of 2.0-3.4V (depending on color) and an operating current of 5mA (refer to the datasheet for specifics). Available in red/yellow/green/blue/white/orange, with custom wavelength and brightness binning. Widely used for consumer electronics status indication, button backlighting and high-density PCB indicator arrays. Supplied directly by Dongguan Hongcheng Optoelectronics Co., Ltd. (an international member of Guangyu Group with over 20 years of LED packaging experience), it features Grade A chips and 99.99% pure gold wire bonding, and is RoHS certified. Free samples and specification customization are available. Download the datasheet PDF on this page for complete electrical specifications (voltage, brightness, wavelength, current, dimensional drawings, pad design and tape packaging).
Q: What placement-machine accuracy does this LED require?
A: This product uses a 0603 package (1.6×0.8mm). Conventional high-speed placement machines (±0.1mm-class accuracy) can place it reliably. Supports lead-free reflow soldering (peak ≤260℃/≤3s).
Product Specifications at a Glance
| Product Name | 0603 SMD LEDs |
|---|---|
| Package: | SMD package |
| Dimensions | 1.6×0.8mm |
| Mounting: | SMD surface mounting (suitable for reflow soldering) |
| Emission Color | Single-Color / Bi-Color Options |
| Environmental Certification | RoHS |
| Packaging Quantity | 5,000 pcs/Reel (Tape and Reel) |
| Manufacturer | Dongguan Hongcheng Optoelectronics Co., Ltd. |
| Customization: | Custom colors, brightness and wavelength binning, and encapsulants available; confirm details when requesting a quote |
| Detailed Specifications | See the datasheet PDF on this page for complete electrical parameters |
| Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ) | 5K (5,000 pcs, 1 taped reel) |
| Sample Lead Time | Typically 3-4 working days |
| Volume Production Lead Time | Typically 10-15 working days |
💡 Typical Applications: Common applications include instrument and equipment status indicators; communications equipment, routers and control panels; household appliances and smart homes; phones, earphones and consumer electronics.
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 | 620~630nm | 1.8~2.4V | GaASP/GaP |
| 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 | 510~520nm | 2.6~3.2V | InGaN |
| Blue | 450~470nm | 2.8~3.4V | InGaN |
| White | CCT 15000~25000K | 2.8~3.4V | InGaN + phosphor |
Selection and Application Guidance
0603 is the world's most widely used SMD indicator LED and one of the most cost-effective options, used in virtually all home appliance panels, router status indicators and keyboard backlights. Its 1.6×0.8mm size offers an optimal balance between placement yield and PCB footprint, allowing mainstream placement machines to operate at full speed. Hongcheng Optoelectronics has ample monthly production capacity for its 0603 series and keeps the full range of red, yellow, green, blue and white in stock year-round. Even the mid-range version uses alloy wire + domestically produced silicone, delivering a 3~5-fold service-life improvement over low-end iron lead frame designs, making it suitable for cost-sensitive home appliance products that also require stability.
Ordering and Inquiry Information
Packaging quantity refers to taped packaging (5,000 pcs per reel); minimum order quantity: 5K (5,000 pcs, orders start at one full taped reel). 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
Forward voltage varies considerably by color/model (commonly 1.8~3.4V). Calculate current-limiting resistors using the VF range in the selected model's datasheet, and set the reflow profile according to the corresponding datasheet.
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.
