LED Series Resistor Calculator and Formula

Newark's LED series resistor calculator and formula allow you to calculate the proper resistance for your LED devices based on your existing specifications.

LED Series Resistor Calculator

  

LED Series Resistor Formula

R = ((Vs - Vf) / If)

LED Series Resistor Diagram

LED Series Resistor

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LED Series Resistor Conversion Chart

LED ColorTypical Vf Range
Red1.8 to 2.1
Amber2 to 2.2
Orange1.9 to 2.2
Yellow1.9 to 2.2
Green2 to 3.1
Blue3 to 3.7
White3 to 3.4