LED CBI 5MM GRN THROUGH HOLE 5338H5

Part Overview

The VCC 5338H5 is a Circuit Board Indicator LED designed for through-hole mounting applications. This component features a 5mm, T-1 3/4 form factor with a round domed top lens in clear, tinted configuration. The device operates at 2.2V with a 60mA current rating and delivers 10 millicandela output at a peak wavelength of 563nm in the green spectrum.

The 5338H5 is classified as obsolete. Locating equivalent substitute components is necessary to support ongoing maintenance, repair, and new design requirements where this specific part number is no longer available from the original manufacturer.

Substiute Parts

5338H5

Visual Communications Company - VCCIn Stock: 10025338H5 Datasheet

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5500207F

DialightIn Stock: 52905500207F Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the obsolete 5338H5 is based on the following critical parameters that must align across candidate parts:

Primary Compatibility Criteria:

• Color: Green spectrum operation
• Configuration: Single LED element
• Mounting Type: Through Hole capability
• Lens Size: 5mm form factor compatibility
• Voltage Rating: Operating voltage within acceptable range for circuit integration
• Current Rating: Forward current specification suitable for existing circuit design
• RoHS Compliance: ROHS3 Compliant status for regulatory alignment
• Moisture Sensitivity: MSL 1 rating for standard storage and handling

The Dialight 5500207F meets these substitution criteria as a through-hole mounted green LED with compatible electrical characteristics and regulatory compliance. While the 5500207F features a right-angle mounting option and diffused lens type (versus the original domed clear/tinted lens), the core electrical parameters and through-hole mounting capability establish functional equivalence for circuit board indicator applications.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Product Status Consideration: The 5338H5 is obsolete and no longer manufactured by VCC. The Dialight 5500207F is an active product with current manufacturing support and documented availability.

Compliance Alignment: Both components maintain ROHS3 compliance and MSL 1 moisture sensitivity ratings, ensuring compatibility with current manufacturing and storage standards. Both are classified under ECCN EAR99 and HTSUS 8541.41.0000.

Electrical Parameter Differences: The 5500207F operates at a lower forward current (20mA versus 60mA) and slightly lower voltage (2.1V versus 2.2V). Circuit designs utilizing the 5338H5 must be evaluated to confirm that the reduced current requirement does not conflict with existing current-limiting resistor values or circuit topology. The 5500207F delivers higher luminous intensity (12.3mcd versus 10mcd) despite lower current consumption, providing improved visibility in the same form factor.

Mechanical Considerations: The 5500207F offers right-angle mounting in addition to standard through-hole orientation, providing layout flexibility not available with the original 5338H5. The diffused lens type of the 5500207F produces a wider light distribution compared to the clear, tinted domed lens of the 5338H5, affecting viewing angle and light intensity distribution in the application.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the Dialight 5500207F directly replace the VCC 5338H5 without circuit modification?

A: The 5500207F is electrically compatible as a green LED indicator in the 5mm through-hole category. However, the reduced forward current specification (20mA versus 60mA) requires verification that existing current-limiting resistor values remain appropriate for the substitute component. Circuit simulation or testing is necessary to confirm proper operation within the target application.

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

A: The 5338H5 features a clear, tinted domed lens producing focused light output, while the 5500207F uses a diffused lens that distributes light over a wider viewing angle. This affects the intensity profile and visibility characteristics in the application. Selection depends on whether concentrated or dispersed light output is required.

Q: Are both components suitable for new design implementations?

A: The 5500207F is the appropriate choice for new designs. The 5338H5 is obsolete and should not be specified for new products. The 5500207F maintains active production status and full manufacturer support.

Q: How do the voltage ratings compare between these components?

A: The 5338H5 operates at 2.2V while the 5500207F operates at 2.1V. This 0.1V difference is within typical circuit tolerance ranges for LED indicator applications. Existing circuit designs should be evaluated to confirm that the lower voltage specification does not create compatibility issues with the power supply or current-limiting network.

Q: What mounting flexibility does the 5500207F provide?

A: The 5500207F supports both standard through-hole and right-angle mounting configurations. This provides layout options not available with the 5338H5, which is limited to standard through-hole orientation. Right-angle mounting may be beneficial for space-constrained PCB designs.

Q: Are there any inventory or lead-time advantages to using the 5500207F?

A: The 5500207F is an active product with documented inventory availability. The 5338H5 is obsolete and subject to limited remaining stock. For ongoing production and support, the 5500207F offers supply chain reliability and standard lead times from active distribution channels.