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Understand the difference.

Compare the meaning, drawing context and source references of two entries. A similar graphic or shared abbreviation does not establish equivalence.

LEDLight-emitting diode: original educational illustration
Symbols

Light-emitting diode

A semiconductor diode that emits light when operated with the appropriate forward current.

Drawing use
Schematic
Application
Electronic components
Reference family
Manufacturer

A distinction that matters

A bare LED needs its external operating circuit; the existing LED indicator-lamp record describes an assembled indicating device.

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LAMP LEDLED indicator lamp: original educational illustration
Symbols

LED indicator lamp

An LED indicator assembly provides a documented visual signal using a semiconductor light source. Its rated supply, polarity where applicable and indication meaning must be specified.

Drawing use
Schematic
Application
Control circuits
Reference family
IEC / Manufacturer

A distinction that matters

A rated panel LED indicator may contain internal circuitry beyond a bare light-emitting diode.

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Original educational previews. Follow the source references on each full entry for the appropriate standard or selected product.

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