Dialight 5596201007 LED Panel Indicator - Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Dialight 5596201007 is a 5mm green LED panel indicator with clear lens, designed for panel-mount applications with wire leads. This component features a 30° viewing angle, 4.6V forward voltage, and 30mA maximum current rating. The part is classified as obsolete, which necessitates identification of active equivalent alternatives for ongoing procurement and design requirements. The substitute part 5596201007F provides functional equivalence with improved specifications and active product status.

Substiute Parts

5596201007

DialightIn Stock: 10225596201007 Datasheet

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5596201007F

DialightIn Stock: 9785596201007F Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

The substitute part 5596201007F is classified as a direct manufacturer equivalent based on the following substitution criteria:

Mechanical Compatibility:

• Identical lens size (5mm, T-1 3/4)
• Identical panel cutout shape and dimensions (0.25" / 6.35mm round)
• Identical lens style (round with domed top)
• Identical termination style (wire leads - 14" / 355.60mm)

Optical Compatibility:

• Identical lamp color (green)
• Identical lens color (colorless)
• Identical lens transparency (clear)
• Identical wavelength - peak (525nm)
• Identical viewing angle (30°)

Electrical Compatibility:

• Identical maximum current rating (30mA)
• Forward voltage within acceptable operating range (3.2V vs. 4.6V)

Regulatory & Compliance:

• Both parts share identical ECCN (EAR99) and HTSUS (8541.41.0000) classifications
• Both parts have REACH Unaffected status
• Substitute part is ROHS3 compliant (active product status)

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The 5596201007F is the direct substitute for the obsolete 5596201007. Selection of the substitute part is based on the following engineering factors:

Product Status: The main part 5596201007 is classified as obsolete, making the active 5596201007F the appropriate choice for new designs and ongoing procurement.

Regulatory Compliance: The substitute part 5596201007F is ROHS3 compliant, whereas the main part is RoHS non-compliant. This compliance improvement aligns with current regulatory requirements for electronic components in most markets.

Electrical Characteristics: The substitute part operates at 3.2V typical forward voltage compared to 4.6V for the main part. Both parts maintain the same 30mA maximum current rating and are compatible with standard panel-mount LED indicator circuits. The 0.3V reduction in forward voltage is within acceptable operating margins for typical indicator applications.

Optical Performance: The substitute part delivers 5000mcd compared to 2200mcd for the main part, providing enhanced brightness while maintaining identical color, wavelength, viewing angle, and lens characteristics.

Mechanical Compatibility: All mechanical parameters are identical, ensuring direct physical and functional interchangeability in existing panel cutouts and wire lead applications.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can 5596201007F be used as a direct replacement for 5596201007?

A: Yes. The substitute part 5596201007F is mechanically and optically identical to the main part. Both share the same 5mm lens size, 0.25" panel cutout dimensions, wire lead termination, 30° viewing angle, and 525nm wavelength. Electrical compatibility is maintained with identical 30mA maximum current rating.

Q: What is the difference in forward voltage between these parts?

A: The main part 5596201007 has a typical forward voltage of 4.6V, while the substitute 5596201007F operates at 3.2V. This 0.3V difference is within acceptable operating ranges for standard LED indicator circuits and does not affect functional compatibility.

Q: Why is the substitute part brighter?

A: The 5596201007F delivers 5000mcd compared to 2200mcd for the main part. This increased brightness is an improvement in the substitute part's design while maintaining all other optical characteristics including color, wavelength, and viewing angle.

Q: What is the packaging difference?

A: The main part 5596201007 has unspecified packaging, while the substitute 5596201007F is available in bulk packaging. Bulk packaging is standard for wire lead LED indicators and does not affect component performance or compatibility.

Q: Are there any compliance differences?

A: Yes. The substitute part 5596201007F is ROHS3 compliant, while the main part 5596201007 is RoHS non-compliant. Both parts share identical REACH Unaffected status, ECCN (EAR99), and HTSUS (8541.41.0000) classifications.

Q: Will the substitute part fit existing panel cutouts designed for the main part?

A: Yes. Both parts have identical panel cutout dimensions of 0.25" (6.35mm) round shape and identical lens size of 5mm T-1 3/4. Physical installation is identical.

Q: Are the wire leads the same length?

A: Yes. Both parts feature identical wire lead termination of 14" (355.60mm), ensuring compatibility with existing wiring and assembly configurations.