515-1040

This Optopipe™ 515-1040 is mounted through the rear of the panel and is retained by press fit. The light pipe is not attached to the PCB at any point but floats above it. The diffused light emitting surfaces of 515-1040 appear bright and uniformly illuminated. The recommended light sources are Dialight's 597 Series PLCC-2 or PLCC-4 Type SMT LEDs. The light source's emitting surface should be located no more than 0.020" or 0.5mm from the Optopipe™. The SMT LEDs of 515-1040 are mounted in a straight line under the rear of the part on a 6.35 mm pitch. The light pipe material is water clear transmissive polycarbonate rated UL94-V0, and has a 35% oxygen index.