Find the right current-limiting resistor for your LED
LED Color / Type
LED Configuration
Nearest standard E12 resistor values
| Color | Vf (typical) | If (typical) | Wavelength |
|---|---|---|---|
| π΄ Red | 1.8 β 2.2 V | 20 mA | 620β750 nm |
| π Orange | 2.0 β 2.2 V | 20 mA | 590β620 nm |
| π‘ Yellow | 2.0 β 2.2 V | 20 mA | 570β590 nm |
| π’ Green | 2.0 β 3.5 V | 20 mA | 495β570 nm |
| π΅ Blue | 2.5 β 3.7 V | 20 mA | 450β495 nm |
| βͺ White | 2.8 β 4.0 V | 20 mA | broadband |
| π£ UV | 3.0 β 4.0 V | 20 mA | <400 nm |
| π‘ IR | 1.2 β 1.8 V | 50β100 mA | >700 nm |