LED Circuit Board Indicator 5693F5_5_5-A Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The 5693F5_5_5-A is a 3mm LED Circuit Board Indicator manufactured by Visual Communications Company (VCC), configured as a 3-high green LED assembly with right-angle through-hole mounting. This component is classified as obsolete, making substitute parts necessary for ongoing production and maintenance applications. The part features a round domed lens design with 2.2V operating voltage and 10mA current rating, suitable for standard circuit board indicator applications.

Substiute Parts

5693F5_5_5-A

Visual Communications Company - VCCIn Stock: 6465693F5_5_5-A Datasheet

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WP934SA/3GD

KingbrightIn Stock: 1517WP934SA/3GD Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution for the 5693F5_5_5-A is determined by the following critical parameters that must remain consistent:

Fixed Substitution Criteria:

• Configuration: 3 High (three LED elements in series)
• Color: Green (x 3)
• Lens Size: 3mm, T-1
• Lens Style: Round with Domed Top
• Mounting Type: Through Hole, Right Angle
• Voltage Rating: 2.2V
• RoHS Status: ROHS3 Compliant
• MSL Rating: 1 (Unlimited)

Allowable Parameter Variations:

• Wavelength - Peak: 562nm to 568nm (within green spectrum range)
• Current: 10mA to 20mA (higher current acceptable with circuit design consideration)
• Millicandela Rating: 16mcd to 22.5mcd (brightness variation acceptable)
• Lens Type: Clear to Diffused/Tinted (optical characteristic variation)
• Viewing Angle: Addition of specified viewing angle acceptable

The WP934SA/3GD from Kingbright meets all fixed substitution criteria while operating at higher current and brightness specifications.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The WP934SA/3GD from Kingbright is the designated substitute for the obsolete 5693F5_5_5-A. Selection is based on the following engineering factors:

Compliance and Regulatory Alignment: Both parts maintain ROHS3 compliance and REACH unaffected status, ensuring regulatory continuity in applications subject to environmental directives.

Product Availability: The 5693F5_5_5-A is obsolete with limited remaining inventory (628 pcs). The WP934SA/3GD is active production with substantially higher availability (1420 pcs), supporting long-term supply chain requirements.

Electrical Compatibility: Both parts operate at identical 2.2V voltage rating. The WP934SA/3GD operates at 20mA versus the original 10mA specification. Circuit designs must accommodate this higher current draw through appropriate series resistor adjustment or current-limiting circuit modifications.

Optical Characteristics: The WP934SA/3GD provides increased brightness (22.5mcd versus 16mcd) with a diffused, tinted lens versus the clear lens of the original. Peak wavelength variation (568nm versus 562nm) remains within acceptable green spectrum parameters. The diffused lens characteristic may alter visual appearance in the application.

Mechanical Compatibility: Identical lens size (3mm, T-1), mounting type (through-hole right angle), and physical form factor ensure direct mechanical substitution without PCB redesign.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the WP934SA/3GD be used as a direct drop-in replacement for the 5693F5_5_5-A?

A: Mechanical and electrical compatibility is confirmed for the 2.2V voltage rating and through-hole right-angle mounting. However, the higher 20mA current rating requires circuit design review. If the original circuit was designed for 10mA operation, series resistor values must be recalculated to limit current to the substitute part's 20mA specification or the circuit's intended operating point.

Q: What is the difference between the clear lens of the original part and the diffused, tinted lens of the substitute?

A: The 5693F5_5_5-A features a clear lens providing direct light transmission. The WP934SA/3GD features a diffused, tinted lens that scatters light and may reduce peak brightness intensity at direct viewing angles while improving light distribution across wider viewing angles. Visual appearance in the application will differ.

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

A: Both parts maintain identical RoHS3 compliance, REACH unaffected status, and MSL rating of 1 (unlimited). No compliance or certification differences exist.

Q: What is the wavelength difference between 562nm and 568nm?

A: Both wavelengths fall within the green spectrum range. The 6nm difference is within standard green LED manufacturing tolerances and will not produce perceptible color difference to human vision in typical indicator applications.

Q: Why is the substitute part rated for 20mA instead of 10mA?

A: The WP934SA/3GD is a different design from a different manufacturer with different electrical specifications. The 20mA rating represents the maximum current the part can safely handle. Circuit design determines actual operating current through series resistor selection.

Q: Is the substitute part currently available?

A: Yes. The WP934SA/3GD is active production status with 1420 pcs in stock, compared to the obsolete 5693F5_5_5-A with limited remaining inventory of 628 pcs.

Q: Can I use the substitute part in applications requiring the exact 16mcd brightness of the original?

A: The WP934SA/3GD provides 22.5mcd brightness, which is higher than the original 16mcd specification. If the application requires exact brightness matching, circuit design must limit current below the part's 20mA maximum rating through appropriate series resistor selection to achieve the desired brightness level.