Dialight 5151023 Light Pipe Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Dialight 5151023 is a 4-high clear rigid light pipe with a 3mm square lens, designed for board mount press-fit right-angle applications. This component is classified as obsolete, making identification of active equivalent parts essential for ongoing production and maintenance requirements. The substitute part 5151023F provides functional continuity with updated product status and compliance certifications.

Substiute Parts

5151023

DialightIn Stock: 9885151023 Datasheet

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5151023F

DialightIn Stock: 19025151023F Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

The substitute part 5151023F is classified as a direct manufacturer equivalent based on the following matching parameters:

• Configuration: 4 High
• Lens Size: 3mm
• Lens Style: Square with Flat Top
• Color: Clear
• Type: Rigid
• Mounting Type: Board Mount, Press Fit, Right Angle
• Series: 515
• Manufacturer: Dialight

The primary distinction between the main part and substitute is product status and compliance certification. Part 5151023F is active production with ROHS3 compliance and defined moisture sensitivity level (MSL 1), whereas 5151023 is obsolete with not-applicable compliance designations.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Part 5151023F is the direct active equivalent for obsolete part 5151023. Selection of 5151023F is supported by:

• Identical mechanical and optical specifications across all functional parameters
• Active production status ensuring supply chain continuity
• ROHS3 compliance certification meeting current regulatory requirements
• Defined moisture sensitivity level (MSL 1) providing handling and storage specifications
• Maintained REACH unaffected and EAR99 export classification alignment

For applications currently using 5151023, transition to 5151023F requires no design modification and maintains full functional compatibility.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can 5151023F directly replace 5151023 without design changes?

A: Yes. Both parts share identical configuration (4 High), lens size (3mm), lens style (Square with Flat Top), color (Clear), type (Rigid), and mounting type (Board Mount, Press Fit, Right Angle). No design modification is required.

Q: What is the primary difference between these parts?

A: The main difference is product status and compliance certification. Part 5151023 is obsolete with not-applicable compliance designations, while 5151023F is active production with ROHS3 compliance and MSL 1 rating.

Q: Are there packaging differences between 5151023 and 5151023F?

A: Yes. Part 5151023 is supplied with dash packaging notation, while 5151023F is supplied in bulk packaging.

Q: Does 5151023F have moisture sensitivity requirements?

A: Yes. Part 5151023F carries MSL 1 (Unlimited) rating, indicating no moisture sensitivity restrictions for storage and handling.

Q: Are both parts subject to the same export classifications?

A: Yes. Both parts maintain ECCN EAR99 classification and REACH unaffected status, with identical HTSUS code 3926.90.9985.