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WS2812C compared against its qualified second sources
WS2812CWORLDSEMIWS2813BWORLDSEMIWS2812C-2020WORLDSEMI
FFF CompatibilityModified pin arrangement with dual signal inputs (DIN and BIN backup line) requires layout modification.Same 5050 SMD body outline.Higher channel drive current (12mA vs 5mA) and backup data line functionality.Different footprint size (2020 SMD 2.0mm x 2.0mm vs 5050 SMD 5.0mm x 5.0mm).Smaller physical package dimensions require board redesign.Identical 5mA per channel drive current, protocol, and voltage range.
AI Summary

WS2812C by WORLDSEMI: Programmable LED; RGB; SMD; PLCC4; 5x5x1.6mm; Variant: tricolour.

The WS2813B is a resilient next-generation 5050 RGB LED from Worldsemi featuring continuous signal transmission via a backup data line. It protects against single-pixel failure, but requires PCB layout modifications to accommodate the backup data pinout.

  • Dual-signal transmission prevents downstream cascade failure if one pixel breaks
  • Active production line with multi-source availability
  • Same 5050 physical package size
  • Modified pinout with backup data pin requiring layout update
  • Higher channel drive current (12mA vs 5mA per channel)

The WS2812C-2020 is a sibling low-power variant from Worldsemi using the same internal control IC and 5mA per channel driving current. It offers identical electrical parameters and protocol timing as the WS2812C, but comes in a smaller 2020 SMD package that requires PCB redesign.

  • Identical 5mA per channel low-power driving current and brightness characteristics
  • Identical 800Kbps NZR communication timing and protocol
  • Significantly smaller board footprint (2.0mm x 2.0mm)
  • Incompatible PCB package footprint requiring layout redesign
Lifecycle StatusLast time buyObsoleteLast time buy
Market AvailabilityIn stockDiscontinuedIn stock
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