NSSB100BT – NICHIA

The NSSB100BT is a blue, single-color LED manufactured by Nichia Corporation. It utilizes indium gallium nitride (InGaN) semiconductor material as the active light-emitting layer. The device is packaged in a compact 2mm surface-mount (SMD) form factor, facilitating high-density board assembly. The dominant wavelength is typically between 465nm and 475nm, placing it within the blue portion of the visible spectrum. Forward voltage characteristics are nominally 3.2V at a forward current of 20mA, although these parameters are subject to binning variations as specified in the manufacturer’s datasheet. The device is commonly used as an indicator light, in backlighting applications, and in other applications where a small, efficient blue light source is required. Thermal management considerations are necessary due to the inherent heat generation of LEDs; appropriate heatsinking or current limiting may be required to maintain optimal performance and longevity.