Instead of hand placement like a light pipe, or hand placement of a through hole LED, Dialight Prism® is a surface mount solution allowing for automation and reduced manufacturing costs. Prism is the industry’s only SMT indicator designed to survive 260°C reflow. This is beneficial for high-density boards, and boards with larger components to ensure proper solder. Through hole LEDs require wave or hand soldering, in addition to hand-placement. SMT indicators allow for boards with complete SMT technology. Parts can be placed directly next to one another without worry of crosstalk to light bleed. This is beneficial for high-density front panels. Also, because the LED is not direct-view, users can mix colors more easily, creating the possibility of multiple colors. Being available in multiple element and color configurations makes the Prism a versatile solution for indication applications.