On 06/10/2013 03:59 PM, Adam Wolf wrote:
> I am not certain if SMT LEDs light on their backside, but the ones I
> have used do not.  One way to test this is with a continuity check on
> a multimeter--you can usually get a little light out.
> 
> On the other hand, I have used these previously with the names "gull
> wing" or "backmount" or "reverse mount" SMT leds before--if your
> aversion is to this particular brand or something.


Thanks much.  The press release described something I had never used before.  
But have
since found out a number of companies make them:


  http://www.digikey.com/product-detail/en/HSMA-C265/516-1466-6-ND/1913073


Looks like what I'll spec.

Thanks for the help guys.

Dick



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