5. Select a Resistor to Drive an LED

• ✅ Resistance: 470Ω – matches the required 470Ω, providing the correct current limiting for the LED.
• ✅ Tolerance: 1% – better than the required ±5%, ensuring tighter current control and more consistent LED brightness.
• ✅ Power Rating: 2W – far exceeds the minimum required 0.33W, ensuring reliable operation and long life even in elevated ambient temperatures.
• ✅ Mounting Type: Surface Mount (2512 package) – matches the surface-mount requirement and is suitable for automated assembly.
• ✅ Technology: Thick Film – matches the specified thick or thin film technology requirement.
• ✅ RoHS Compliance: RoHS3 Compliant – meets environmental safety requirements.

Summary: All specifications meet or exceed the design requirements. The selected resistor is suitable and reliable for limiting current to your red LED in a 12V application.