LED Circuit Board Indicator 5690F55 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The 5690F55 is a LED Circuit Board Indicator manufactured by Visual Communications Company (VCC), classified as a 3mm bi-level green through-hole right-angle mounted indicator. This component features a tinted round domed lens and is designed for applications requiring dual-level green indication on circuit boards.

The 5690F55 is currently listed as obsolete. Identifying equivalent and substitute parts is necessary to maintain design continuity, ensure supply chain availability, and support ongoing production or maintenance requirements for systems utilizing this component.

Substiute Parts

5690F55

Visual Communications Company - VCCIn Stock: 7675690F55 Datasheet

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5682F5_5

Visual Communications Company - VCCIn Stock: 22765682F5_5 Datasheet

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5530122200F

DialightIn Stock: 73755530122200F Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the 5690F55 are identified based on strict parameter compatibility within the LED Circuit Board Indicator category. The substitution logic is based on the following critical parameters:

Primary Compatibility Criteria:

• Color: Green (x 2)
• Configuration: 2 High
• Wavelength - Peak: 565nm
• Lens Size: 3mm, T-1
• Lens Style: Round with Domed Top
• Mounting Type: Through Hole, Right Angle
• RoHS Status: ROHS3 Compliant
• MSL Rating: 1 (Unlimited)

Allowable Parameter Variations: Substitute parts may differ in the following parameters while maintaining functional equivalence:

• Voltage Rating: ±0.2V tolerance
• Current: ±10mA tolerance
• Millicandela Rating: ±4mcd tolerance
• Lens Type: Tinted or Diffused/Tinted variants
• Product Status: Active status preferred for ongoing availability
• Packaging: Bulk or standard packaging

The identified substitutes meet these criteria and are suitable for direct replacement in applications where the 5690F55 was originally specified.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

5682F5_5 (VCC - Direct Substitute): This part is the primary recommended substitute for the obsolete 5690F55. Both components are manufactured by VCC and share identical electrical and optical characteristics (8.5mcd, 565nm wavelength, 10mA current). The 5682F5_5 operates at 2.3V compared to the 5690F55's 2.1V, representing a 0.2V increase within acceptable tolerance for LED circuit board indicator applications. The 5682F5_5 maintains active product status, ensuring ongoing availability and supply chain support. All compliance certifications (ROHS3, REACH Unaffected, MSL 1) are identical. Mechanical and optical parameters are fully compatible.

5530122200F (Dialight - Similar Substitute): This part provides an alternative from a different manufacturer (Dialight) and maintains compatibility with the primary mechanical and optical specifications. The 5530122200F operates at the original 2.1V specification and shares the same wavelength (565nm) and lens configuration. Key differences include increased current consumption (20mA versus 10mA) and higher brightness output (12.6mcd versus 8.5mcd). The lens type is specified as Diffused/Tinted rather than Tinted only, and includes a defined 60° viewing angle. These differences indicate the 5530122200F is suitable for applications where higher brightness or wider viewing angle is acceptable or beneficial. All compliance certifications remain equivalent.

Selection Basis:

• Both substitutes maintain ROHS3 compliance and REACH Unaffected status
• Both preserve MSL 1 (Unlimited) moisture sensitivity rating
• Mechanical compatibility is preserved across all three parts
• Electrical parameters remain within acceptable operating ranges for LED indicator circuits

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 5682F5_5 be used as a direct replacement for the 5690F55?

A: Yes. The 5682F5_5 is a direct substitute manufactured by the same company (VCC) with identical optical and mechanical specifications. The voltage difference (2.3V versus 2.1V) is within acceptable tolerance for LED indicator applications. Both parts share the same 10mA current rating, 8.5mcd brightness, and 565nm wavelength.

Q: What is the primary difference between the 5682F5_5 and 5530122200F substitutes?

A: The 5682F5_5 is a direct VCC equivalent with identical brightness and current specifications. The 5530122200F is a Dialight alternative with higher current consumption (20mA), increased brightness (12.6mcd), and a diffused lens type with specified 60° viewing angle. Selection depends on whether the application requires the original electrical characteristics or can accommodate higher brightness and current draw.

Q: Are all three parts (5690F55, 5682F5_5, 5530122200F) mechanically interchangeable?

A: Yes. All three parts share identical mechanical specifications: 3mm T-1 lens size, round domed top style, through-hole right-angle mounting configuration. They are physically interchangeable in circuit board layouts designed for the 5690F55.

Q: Does the voltage difference between 5690F55 (2.1V) and 5682F5_5 (2.3V) affect circuit design?

A: The 0.2V difference is within standard tolerance for LED indicator circuits. However, circuit designers should verify that existing current-limiting resistor values remain appropriate for the substitute part's voltage specification to maintain the 10mA operating current.

Q: What is the significance of the diffused lens type in the 5530122200F?

A: The diffused lens in the 5530122200F provides a wider, more uniform light distribution compared to the tinted lens in the 5690F55 and 5682F5_5. This results in the specified 60° viewing angle and is suitable for applications where light distribution across a wider area is required.

Q: Are compliance certifications identical across all three parts?

A: Yes. All three parts are ROHS3 Compliant, REACH Unaffected, and carry MSL 1 (Unlimited) moisture sensitivity rating. Compliance requirements are fully satisfied by any of the three parts.

Q: Why is the 5690F55 listed as obsolete?

A: The 5690F55 is no longer in active production by VCC. The 5682F5_5 serves as the active replacement within the VCC product line, offering equivalent performance with improved supply chain availability.

Q: Can the 5530122200F be used in applications requiring the exact 2.1V specification of the 5690F55?

A: Yes. The 5530122200F operates at 2.1V, matching the original specification. However, the increased current requirement (20mA versus 10mA) must be accommodated in the circuit design through appropriate current-limiting resistor selection.