Dialight 5501005 LED Circuit Board Indicator - Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Dialight 5501005 is a 5mm LED circuit board indicator featuring a single blue clear lens with domed top design. This component is rated for 4V operation at 20mA and is configured for through-hole, right-angle mounting on PCBs. The part is currently classified as obsolete, making identification of compatible substitutes essential for ongoing production support and legacy system maintenance.

Substiute Parts

5501005

DialightIn Stock: 9045501005 Datasheet

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5501005F

DialightIn Stock: 16175501005F Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

The Dialight 5501005F qualifies as a direct substitute based on the following matching parameters:

• Color: Blue (identical)
• Configuration: Single (identical)
• Current Rating: 20mA (identical)
• Voltage Rating: 4V (identical)
• Lens Size: 5mm, T-1 3/4 (identical)
• Lens Type: Clear (identical)
• Lens Style: Round with Domed Top (identical)
• Mounting Type: Through Hole, Right Angle (identical)
• MSL Rating: 1 (Unlimited) (identical)
• REACH Status: REACH Unaffected (identical)
• Series: 550 (identical)

The 5501005F maintains full electrical and mechanical compatibility with the original 5501005, with the primary distinction being enhanced luminous intensity and active product status.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The Dialight 5501005F is the designated substitute for the obsolete 5501005. Both components maintain identical electrical specifications (4V, 20mA) and mechanical form factors (5mm through-hole, right-angle mounting). The 5501005F carries active product status and RoHS3 compliance certification, ensuring continued availability and regulatory alignment for new production runs and legacy system support.

Selection of the 5501005F eliminates obsolescence risk while preserving full circuit compatibility with existing PCB designs. No circuit modifications or design changes are required for this substitution.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 5501005F be used as a direct replacement for the 5501005 without PCB modifications?

A: Yes. The 5501005F maintains identical mounting type (through-hole, right-angle), lens size (5mm, T-1 3/4), electrical ratings (4V, 20mA), and physical form factor. No PCB layout changes are necessary.

Q: What is the primary difference between the 5501005 and 5501005F?

A: The 5501005F provides increased luminous intensity (1000mcd versus 520mcd) while maintaining all other electrical and mechanical specifications. The 5501005F is also actively manufactured, whereas the 5501005 is obsolete.

Q: Are there any compliance or certification differences between these parts?

A: Both parts carry identical REACH Unaffected status and MSL Rating 1 (Unlimited). The 5501005F additionally carries RoHS3 compliance certification.

Q: What packaging options are available for the 5501005F?

A: The 5501005F is supplied in bulk packaging.

Q: Are the wavelength specifications identical between both parts?

A: The 5501005 specifies a peak wavelength of 470nm. The 5501005F wavelength specification is not provided in the available data. Both parts are classified as blue LEDs with clear lenses.