LED spacers and standoffs are extruded or plastic moulded parts that provide electrical insulation, support, and alignment for through-hole LEDs mounted above any standard board height. They are a type of LED mount called a spacer mount, also known as a mount spacer or LED standoff, to lift the LED off the board surface and provide more rigidity, stability, and height adjustment. The rigidity and stability of standoffs and spacers are significant during production and when the cabinet or equipment is opened to troubleshoot, assist, or repair PCBs or other internal components.
Available Shapes of LEDs - Spacers, Standoffs
These spacer standoffs from the optoelectronics family are available in various shapes, including:
Squared-shaped LED spacer, standoffs
These devices provide spaces for LEDs from the board surface, ensuring product uniformity and ease of production. Its square design is ideal for angled applications, including minimizing shifting height variation. It is made of PVC material and features two styles that fit a T-1 and T-1 3/4 LED.
Round, Metric LED Spacers, Standoffs
These spacers enable height control and feature self-retaining for auto insertion and pre-assembly. They are designed from PVC materials and available in three styles to accommodate T-1 and T-1 3/4 LEDs. They are used for the stability and lead wire retention of LEDs.
Round, Imperial, Moulded LEDs- Spacers, Standoffs
They feature internal tapered dividers to guide the lead wires. They are made of nylon and ensure product uniformity and production ease. Furthermore, they fit standard T-1 3/4 LEDs and are ideal for preventing leads from shorting.
Colours of LED Spacers, Standoffs
They come in standard colours of white, black, and natural.
From What Materials are They Made?
They are made from nylon, EPDM, polymer, propylene, polycarbonate, and PVC.
Typical Applications of LEDs - Spacers, Standoffs
- LED spacers and standoffs from the optoelectronics family are helpful in various applications, including:
- Protecting the LED leads during board assembly
- Support and space LEDs to the desired distance from the chassis.
- Lift the LED light source and position it accordingly, thus enhancing product design flexibility
- They are convenient for PCB cleaning processes
- Help prevent LED leads from short circuits
- They also protect LED boards from external mechanical stress, such as vibration and collision.
