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LEDs - those blinky things. A must have for power indication, pin status, opto-electronic sensors, and fun blinky displays.
This is a very standard red LED. The lens is 3mm in diameter, and is diffused.
- 1.8-2.2VDC forward drop
- Max current: 20mA
- Suggested using current: 16-18mA
- Luminous Intensity: 150-200mcd
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What are the specs on this LED?
I had some red 3mm leds from radio shack and they were very dim next to these.
The ones from radio shack are 3mm red low intensity t-1 size 3v 15mA 2.5mcd
Do I need to add resistors to these LED's when connecting them in parallel to Lilypad?
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