LGS259

The features of LGS259 are: (1)backlighting of LCDs; (2)indicator for switching and operation modes; (3)direct drive is possible via CMOS gate and LSTTL components; (4)omission of LED driver stages; (5)extended service life of batteries in mobile equipment; (6)reduced power dissipation in both the driving circuity and the LED.

The following is about the absolute maximum ratings of LGS259: (1)reverse voltage: 5V; (2)forward current: 7.5mA; (3)surge forward current: 25mA; (4)total power dissipation: 20mW; (5)junction temperature: 100; (6)storage temperature: -55 to +100.

The electrical characteristics of the LGS259 are: (1)wavelength at peak emission: 635nm; (2)dominant wavelength: 625nm; (3)viewing angle limits for 50% of luminous intensity Iv: 140deg; (4)forward voltage IF=2mA: 1.8V typical and 2.5V max; (5)reverse current VR=5V: 0.01A typical and 10A max; (6)luminous intensity IF=2mA: 0.16 mcd; (7)diode capacitance VR=0V, f=MHz: 3 pF.