940nm IR LED – 10 Pack (5mm Infrared Emitters)

940nm Infrared LEDs for Everyday Projects

Upgrade or start your next DIY electronics project with this convenient 10-pack of 940nm IR LEDs. Ideal for everyday consumers and hobbyists, these infrared emitter LEDs are simple to use, making them perfect for home experiments, repairs, and automation.

Versatile Applications and Easy Integration

These 5mm infrared LEDs are perfect for a wide range of uses—replace a burned-out LED in your TV remote, add invisible illumination to your security camera IR illuminator, or incorporate into your Arduino and Raspberry Pi projects. Their water-clear lens and defined viewing angle (15°~30°) ensure focused infrared emissions for consistent performance.

• TV and audio remote control repairs
• Smart home automation sensors
• Night-vision camera lighting
• DIY electronic projects
• Robot obstacle detection

Technical Specifications for 940nm IR LEDs (VUPN8018)

• Wavelength: 940nm (infrared, not visible to the naked eye)
• LED Size: 5mm (T1+3/4 standard package)
• Forward Voltage: 1.6V DC
• Forward Current: 20mA (standard operation)
• Peak Current: 120mA (pulse, 10% duty cycle)
• Lens Type: Water clear
• Viewing Angle: 15°–30°
• Package: 10 x 940nm IR LEDs
• Vetco Product ID: VUPN8018

Simple Setup & Safe Operation

To keep your 940nm IR LEDs running reliably, be sure to use a current limiting resistor. Vetco offers a full 1/4 watt resistor collection—perfect for matching any circuit and extending the life of your LEDs.

Why Choose Vetco?

At Vetco Electronics, we make quality, value, and support our top priorities. Each infrared LED 10-pack is tested for reliable operation and ships ready for use. Our team is happy to help with questions about infrared emitter LEDs, wiring help, or choosing the right resistor for your project.

Enhance your next electronics build or repair with Vetco’s 940nm IR LEDs—professional-grade components, everyday ease of use.