ams OSRAM SFH 4250-Z Power TOPLED® 850nm High-Power Infrared LED

Introduction

The ams OSRAM SFH 4250-Z is an industry-standard, high-power infrared emitter engineered for manufacturers who require a balance of radiant flux and proven environmental reliability. Built on the robust Power TOPLED® (PLCC-4) platform, this 850nm component utilizes advanced Thinfilm chip technology to deliver exceptional wall-plug efficiency (WPE). Unlike standard IR LEDs, the SFH 4250-Z is designed to handle the thermal demands of high-density PCB arrays, making it the primary choice for modern CCTV night vision, industrial light barriers, and high-speed proximity sensing.

For LED module manufacturers and contract manufacturers (EMS), the SFH 4250-Z provides a low-risk design-in path. Its standardized PLCC-4 mechanical footprint ensures immediate compatibility with automated high-speed SMT assembly lines, while its superior wavelength stability ensures that finished modules maintain uniform spectral output across their entire rated industrial lifespan.

Key Product Features

• High Sensitivity 850nm Peak: The 850nm wavelength provides the "sweet spot" for modern CMOS and CCD sensors. It offers significantly higher quantum efficiency (QE) compared to 940nm emitters, allowing security modules to capture clear images with lower power consumption.
• Superior Thermal Path Reliability: Featuring a junction-to-solder point thermal resistance of typically 33 K/W, the SFH 4250-Z facilitates efficient heat transfer. This stability protects the chip during continuous operation, preserving the L70 lifespan required for municipal and commercial contracts.
• Industrial-Grade Robustness (Class 3B): Built with high-reliability silicone and a robust package architecture, this series resists sulfurization and moisture ingress, a mandatory requirement for fixtures operating in harsh industrial zones or outdoor infrastructure.
• Uniform 120° Beam Pattern: The Lambertian radiation pattern ensures even area illumination, reducing the number of LEDs required to flood a sensor's field of view in light curtain or proximity applications.
• Reliable SMT Production Yield: Optimized for automated pick-and-place lines, the component features consistent wetting properties during reflow, ensuring high yields for high-volume factories.

The SFH 4250-Z Power TOPLED® series is a staple light source for performance-driven sensing markets:

• CCTV & IP Surveillance: Reliable 850nm sources for night vision in commercial and industrial security cameras.
• Industrial Proximity Sensors: Precise light engines for automated assembly lines, object counting, and position detection.
• Light Barriers & Curtains: Durable IR emitters for high-speed industrial safety systems and machinery limit switches.
• Specialty Automotive Interior: Reliable emitters for gesture recognition and cabin monitoring systems (DMS) requiring AEC-Q102 compatible variant platforms.
• Touchscreen & Display Backlighting: Uniform IR floodlighting for infrared touch frames and interactive kiosks.

Why Source through Gainer LED?

• In the specialized optoelectronic semiconductor distribution landscape, Gainer LED acts as a technical bridge between ams OSRAM's primary manufacturing and your localized assembly needs.
• Verified Original Stock: We guarantee 100% original stock in factory-sealed reels. Every shipment is traceable to its original production lot and binning group to ensure project uniformity.
• Wholesale Supply Chain Stability: We maintain strategic inventory levels of the Power TOPLED® series to protect our B2B partners from semiconductor market lead-time fluctuations.
• Technical Compliance: All components meet RoHS and REACH standards. We manage full batch traceability and documentation (CoC, Data Sheets) for international shipping.
• Expert Technical Consultation: Our team assists LED lamp manufacturers in selecting the correct radiant intensity bins to match specific photodiode or sensor sensitivities.