3UWC5.030C LED Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The 3UWC5.030C is a cool white LED indication component manufactured by Bivar Inc., characterized by a 3mm T-1 through-hole package with a 3.4V forward voltage rating and 5000mcd luminous intensity. This part carries an obsolete product status, necessitating identification of active equivalent models to maintain circuit functionality and supply chain continuity in applications requiring cool white (6500K) LED indications with high brightness specifications.

Substiute Parts

3UWC5.030C

Bivar Inc.In Stock: 10113UWC5.030C Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

3UWC1.030C

Bivar Inc.In Stock: 10103UWC1.030C Datasheet

SimilarRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the 3UWC5.030C is evaluated based on the following critical parameters that determine functional compatibility:

Mandatory Matching Parameters:

• Forward voltage (Vf): 3.4V
• Mounting type: Through hole
• Package/case: Radial
• Lens size: 3mm, T-1

Compatible Variance Parameters:

• Millicandela rating: Substitutes with lower brightness ratings remain compatible but may affect circuit application performance
• Color specification: The primary part specifies cool white (6500K); substitutes with standard white color represent a potential shift in color temperature characteristics
• Viewing angle: 30° specification is maintained in identified substitutes

The 3UWC1.030C meets the mandatory matching criteria while operating as an active product with available inventory, making it a viable substitute for applications where the 5000mcd brightness requirement can be modified to the 1000mcd rating.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The 3UWC5.030C is classified as obsolete, which establishes the requirement for substitute part identification. The 3UWC1.030C qualifies as the applicable alternative based on matching core electrical and mechanical parameters: identical forward voltage (3.4V), test current (20mA), viewing angle (30°), mounting configuration (through-hole radial), and 3mm T-1 package specification.

The 3UWC1.030C carries active product status with documented inventory availability and ROHS3 compliance certification, providing supply chain reliability for ongoing production and field replacement applications. The primary difference—millicandela rating reduction from 5000mcd to 1000mcd—represents a brightness decrease that must be evaluated against application-specific optical performance requirements.

Both parts share identical export classifications (EAR99) and harmonized tariff codes (8541.41.0000), supporting consistent regulatory handling in supply chain documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 3UWC1.030C directly replace the 3UWC5.030C in existing circuit designs?

A: Direct replacement is supported from an electrical and mechanical standpoint. Both components operate at identical forward voltage (3.4V) and test current (20mA), feature the same 3mm T-1 through-hole radial package, and share 30° viewing angle specifications. The 4000mcd brightness reduction (from 5000mcd to 1000mcd) must be evaluated against application-specific visibility and illumination requirements.

Q: What is the primary difference between these two parts?

A: The primary difference is the millicandela rating: the 3UWC5.030C provides 5000mcd brightness (cool white, 6500K), while the 3UWC1.030C provides 1000mcd brightness (white). The 3UWC1.030C also maintains active product status with current availability, whereas the 3UWC5.030C is obsolete.

Q: Are there any compliance or regulatory differences?

A: The 3UWC1.030C is certified ROHS3 compliant, while RoHS status is not specified for the obsolete 3UWC5.030C. Both parts carry identical export classifications (EAR99) and harmonized tariff classifications (8541.41.0000), supporting consistent regulatory handling.

Q: Does the color specification differ between these components?

A: The 3UWC5.030C specifies cool white (6500K) color, while the 3UWC1.030C specifies white without specified color temperature. Both employ clear lens transparency and round domed-top lens styling in the 3mm package format.

Q: Are moisture sensitivity levels equivalent?

A: Both components specify Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL) 1 (Unlimited), indicating identical moisture protection requirements and handling procedures.