81. High-Brightness Indicator LED
Rohit is designing an industrial control panel and wants a status LED that stays clearly visible even in bright indoor light.
The LED will run from a 12V supply using a series resistor.
He wants a red, 1206 SMD LED with good brightness (≥80mcd) and wide viewing angle (≥100°) for front-panel indication.
Help him select a suitable LED from DigiKey.
Make sure it is bright enough for clear indication, easy to see from different angles, and reliable in industrial temperatures.
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