Vishay Semiconductors VLMKE340 Bicolor SMD LED PLCC-4 Specifications Owner's Manual
Summary
The VLMKE340 is a high-brightness, bicolored SMD LED offering compact illumination in a PLCC-4 package. This datasheet provides comprehensive technical specifications, detailing electrical characteristics, optical performance (luminous intensity and wavelength), and safe operating ratings. It is engineered for professional use across multiple sectors, including automotive dashboard backlighting, telecommunication indicators, and general electronics requiring durable, high-efficiency, and RoHS compliant illumination.
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VLMKE340. Vishay Semiconductors
Bicolor SMD LED PLCC-4
FEATURES SMD LED with exceptional brightness Multicolored Luminous intensity categorized
EIA and ICE standard package Compatible with automatic placement equipment Suitable for IR reflow and TTW soldering Available in 8 mm tape Low profile package Non-diffused lens: excellent for coupling to light pipes and backlighting Low power consumption Luminous intensity ratio in one packaging unit IVmax/IVmin ≤ 1.6 Lead (Pb)-free product - Ro HS compliant - lead (Pb)-free soldering JEDEC level 2a
DESCRIPTION APPLICATIONS These devices have been designed to meet the Automotive: backlighting in dashboards and increasing demand for surface mounting technology. switches The package of the VLMKE340. is the PLCC-4. Telecommunication: indicator and backlighting in It consists of a lead frame which is embedded in a telephone and fax white thermoplast. The reflector inside this package is Indicator and backlight for audio and video filled up with clear epoxy. equipment This SMD device consists of a red and yellow chip. So Indicator and backlight in office equipment
it is possible to choose the color in one device. Flat backlight for LCDs, switches and symbols
General use
PRODUCT GROUP AND PACKAGE DATA Product group: LED Package: SMD PLCC-4 Product series: bicolor Angle of half intensity: ± 60°
PARTS TABLE PART COLOR, LUMINOUS INTENSITY TECHNOLOGY
VLMKE3400-GS08 Red/yellow, IV > 56 mcd Al In Ga P on Ga As VLMKE3400-GS18 Red/yellow, IV > 56 mcd Al In Ga P on Ga As VLMKE3401-GS08 Red/yellow, IV > 71 mcd Al In Ga P on Ga As VLMKE3401-GS18 Red/yellow, IV > 71 mcd Al In Ga P on Ga As
Document Number 81229 www.vishay.com Rev. 1.1, 30-Aug-07
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Manual Details
| Brand | Vishay |
|---|---|
| Pages | 9 |
| File Size | 149.68 KB |
| Published | June 01, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the optimal ambient operating temperature range for the VLMKE340?
The device operates in a junction temperature range of -40 to +100 °C.
Is this LED series compliant with lead-free standards?
Yes, it is marked as a Lead (Pb)-free product and is RoHS compliant for Pb-free soldering.
What type of package does the VLMKE340 utilize?
The VLMKE340 uses an SMD PLCC-4 package.
How diverse are the available colors in this bicolor series?
It is a bicolor device, offering red and yellow chips suitable for various applications.