Equivalent & Substitute Parts for 3RC5V-F

Part Overview

The 3RC5V-F is a red LED indication component manufactured by Bivar Inc., designed for through-hole mounting in 5V discrete applications. This T-1 (3mm) radial LED features a clear, domed lens and operates at a forward voltage of 5V with a test current of 8mA. The product is currently obsolete, making identification of functionally equivalent alternatives necessary for ongoing design support and component procurement.

Substiute Parts

3RC5V-F

Bivar Inc.In Stock: 11763RC5V-F Datasheet

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WP710A10ID5V

KingbrightIn Stock: 3265WP710A10ID5V Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the obsolete 3RC5V-F is based on the following critical parameters that must align between the main part and substitute:

Primary Compatibility Criteria:

• Lens Size: 3mm, T-1 form factor
• Color: Red
• Voltage - Forward (Vf): 5V nominal operation
• Mounting Type: Through Hole radial configuration
• Package / Case: Radial

The WP710A10ID5V from Kingbright meets all primary compatibility criteria. Both components share identical lens size, red color specification, 5V forward voltage rating, through-hole mounting, and radial package configuration. This alignment ensures mechanical and electrical interchangeability in circuit designs originally specified for the 3RC5V-F.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The WP710A10ID5V serves as the direct substitute for the obsolete 3RC5V-F based on the following engineering factors:

Product Status: The 3RC5V-F is obsolete, while the WP710A10ID5V is active and in production. This ensures long-term component availability and supply chain continuity.

Compliance and Certifications: Both components share identical ECCN (EAR99) and HTSUS (8541.41.0000) classifications, confirming regulatory equivalence. The WP710A10ID5V carries RoHS3 compliance and REACH unaffected status, meeting current environmental and safety standards.

Mechanical Compatibility: Both components feature T-1 (3mm) through-hole radial packages with domed lens styles. The WP710A10ID5V height of 5.90mm exceeds the 3RC5V-F maximum of 5.30mm by 0.60mm, which remains within typical PCB design tolerances for through-hole LED applications.

Electrical Compatibility: Both operate at 5V forward voltage, ensuring direct circuit compatibility. The WP710A10ID5V test current of 13mA versus the 3RC5V-F at 8mA reflects higher brightness capability (14mcd versus 2.5mcd) while remaining within standard LED circuit design parameters.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the WP710A10ID5V directly replace the 3RC5V-F in existing designs?

A: Yes. Both components share the same T-1 (3mm) through-hole radial package, 5V forward voltage rating, and red color specification. Mechanical and electrical interchangeability is confirmed.

Q: What is the difference between "Clear" and "Diffused" lens transparency?

A: The 3RC5V-F features a clear lens, while the WP710A10ID5V has a diffused lens. This affects light distribution characteristics. The diffused lens of the WP710A10ID5V provides a wider viewing angle (40° versus 20°) and more uniform light distribution, though with different optical properties.

Q: Why does the WP710A10ID5V have higher millicandela rating?

A: The WP710A10ID5V is rated at 14mcd compared to the 3RC5V-F at 2.5mcd. This reflects the substitute's higher brightness output, a result of improved LED technology and the diffused lens design. Both operate within standard 5V LED circuit parameters.

Q: Are there any height clearance concerns with the WP710A10ID5V?

A: The WP710A10ID5V maximum height is 5.90mm versus 3RC5V-F at 5.30mm, a difference of 0.60mm. Verify PCB design clearances for your specific application, though this difference is typically accommodated in standard through-hole LED layouts.

Q: What compliance certifications apply to the WP710A10ID5V?

A: The WP710A10ID5V is RoHS3 compliant and REACH unaffected. Both components share EAR99 export classification and 8541.41.0000 HTSUS code, confirming regulatory equivalence.

Q: Is the WP710A10ID5V available in production quantities?

A: Yes. The WP710A10ID5V is an active product with confirmed inventory availability, ensuring reliable procurement for design transitions from the obsolete 3RC5V-F.