LED Circuit Board Indicator 5684F5_5_5_5 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The 5684F5_5_5_5 is a LED Circuit Board Indicator (CBI) manufactured by Visual Communications Company (VCC) in the 5684F series. This component is a 3mm, T-1 through-hole right-angle mounted LED with a 2x2 configuration, designed for circuit board indication applications. The part features a green tinted lens with domed top, rated at 2.3V and 10mA, with a peak wavelength of 565nm and brightness of 8.5mcd.

The 5684F5_5_5_5 is classified as obsolete. Locating equivalent substitute parts is necessary to maintain design continuity, ensure supply chain availability, and support ongoing production or repair requirements for systems utilizing this component.

Substiute Parts

5684F5_5_5_5

Visual Communications Company - VCCIn Stock: 9515684F5_5_5_5 Datasheet

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5690102222F

DialightIn Stock: 18515690102222F Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the 5684F5_5_5_5 is determined by the following critical parameters that must align between the original and substitute component:

Primary Substitution Criteria:

• Color and Wavelength: Green (x 4) configuration with 565nm peak wavelength
• Configuration: 2 High x 2 Wide LED arrangement
• Mounting Type: Through Hole, Right Angle orientation
• Lens Size: 3mm, T-1 form factor
• Electrical Compatibility: Voltage and current ratings within acceptable operating ranges for circuit board indicator applications
• Regulatory Compliance: ROHS3 compliance and REACH unaffected status

The substitute part 5690102222F from Dialight meets these primary criteria. While certain parameters differ (voltage: 2.1V vs 2.3V; current: 20mA vs 10mA; brightness: 12.6mcd vs 8.5mcd), these variations remain within acceptable tolerances for LED circuit board indicator applications where the primary function is visual indication rather than precise luminous output specification.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

For 5690102222F (Dialight) Substitution:

The Dialight 5690102222F is an active production substitute for the obsolete VCC 5684F5_5_5_5. Both components maintain ROHS3 compliance and REACH unaffected status, satisfying regulatory requirements for equivalent parts.

The substitute maintains identical color, wavelength, configuration, and mounting type. However, the following electrical and optical differences require circuit-level evaluation:

• Voltage differential (2.3V to 2.1V): The substitute operates at a lower forward voltage. Existing current-limiting resistor values in the circuit may require adjustment to maintain proper LED operation.
• Current increase (10mA to 20mA): The substitute draws twice the current. Verify that the power supply and current-limiting circuit can supply 20mA without exceeding component ratings.
• Brightness increase (8.5mcd to 12.6mcd): The substitute provides approximately 48% higher luminous intensity, which may affect visual perception in the application.
• Lens diffusion: The substitute includes diffusion in addition to tinting, which alters the light distribution pattern compared to the original tinted lens.

Selection of the 5690102222F is appropriate when the circuit design can accommodate the electrical parameter changes and when the increased brightness and diffused light distribution are acceptable for the intended application.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 5690102222F directly replace the 5684F5_5_5_5 without circuit modifications?

A: Direct replacement without circuit modifications is not recommended. The substitute operates at 2.1V (versus 2.3V) and draws 20mA (versus 10mA). The current-limiting resistor in the circuit must be recalculated to accommodate the lower forward voltage and higher current draw of the substitute part.

Q: What is the impact of the diffused lens on the 5690102222F compared to the tinted lens on the 5684F5_5_5_5?

A: The diffused lens on the substitute scatters light over a wider viewing angle, reducing peak brightness in the direct viewing direction but improving visibility from off-axis angles. The tinted lens on the original provides more concentrated light output. Application requirements determine which lens type is appropriate.

Q: Are both parts compliant with environmental and regulatory standards?

A: Yes. Both the 5684F5_5_5_5 and 5690102222F are ROHS3 compliant and REACH unaffected, meeting current environmental and regulatory requirements for electronic components.

Q: Why is the 5684F5_5_5_5 listed as obsolete?

A: The 5684F5_5_5_5 is classified as obsolete by the manufacturer, indicating that it is no longer in active production. Substitute parts must be identified for new designs or to support ongoing production of legacy systems.

Q: What is the viewing angle specification for the 5690102222F?

A: The 5690102222F has a specified viewing angle of 60°. The original 5684F5_5_5_5 does not have a viewing angle specification provided in the available data.

Q: Is the 5690102222F available in the same packaging as the 5684F5_5_5_5?

A: The 5690102222F is supplied in bulk packaging. The original 5684F5_5_5_5 packaging specification is not provided in the available data. Verify packaging requirements for your application.

Q: What is the base product number for the 5690102222F?

A: The base product number for the 5690102222F is 5690102. This base number may be used to identify related variants within the Dialight 569 series.