LED Circuit Board Indicator 6300T5 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The 6300T5 is a 3mm LED Circuit Board Indicator manufactured by Visual Communications Company (VCC). This component is a single green diffused LED with a round domed top lens, designed for surface mount applications. The part operates at 2V with a 10mA current rating and delivers 15mcd luminous intensity at a 50° viewing angle.

The 6300T5 is classified as obsolete. Locating equivalent or substitute components is necessary to support ongoing maintenance, repair, and production requirements for legacy systems and equipment utilizing this LED indicator.

Substiute Parts

6300T5

Visual Communications Company - VCCIn Stock: 19556300T5 Datasheet

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6321F5

Visual Communications Company - VCCIn Stock: 17036321F5 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the 6300T5 is evaluated based on the following critical parameters that determine functional compatibility:

Electrical Parameters:

• Operating voltage (2V nominal)
• Current consumption (10mA)
• Color specification (Green)
• Wavelength range (peak wavelength in green spectrum)

Optical Parameters:

• Lens size (3mm, T-1 form factor)
• Lens style (Round with Domed Top)
• Luminous intensity (millicandela rating)
• Viewing angle

Mechanical & Environmental Parameters:

• Mounting compatibility (SMD vs. Through Hole)
• Lens type (Diffused vs. Tinted)
• RoHS and REACH compliance status
• Moisture sensitivity level

The 6321F5 is identified as a substitute part. While it shares the same manufacturer, color, lens size, lens style, current rating, and compliance certifications, it differs in mounting type (Through Hole vs. SMD), lens type (Tinted vs. Diffused), voltage rating (2.1V vs. 2V), wavelength (565nm vs. 574nm), and luminous intensity (8.5mcd vs. 15mcd). These differences require engineering evaluation for specific application requirements.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Compliance & Regulatory Status: Both the 6300T5 and 6321F5 maintain ROHS3 compliance and REACH unaffected status, satisfying environmental and regulatory requirements for equivalent component selection.

Product Status Consideration: Both parts are classified as obsolete. Component selection should prioritize availability and inventory status. Current stock levels indicate 1900 units of 6300T5 and 1607 units of 6321F5 are available.

Substitution Feasibility: The 6321F5 can serve as a substitute only in applications where the following conditions are met:

1. The circuit board design accommodates through-hole mounting in place of surface mount configuration
2. The application tolerates a 0.1V increase in operating voltage (2V to 2.1V)
3. The optical characteristics of a tinted lens are acceptable in place of a diffused lens
4. The reduced luminous intensity (8.5mcd vs. 15mcd) meets visibility requirements
5. The wavelength shift from 574nm to 565nm does not impact color matching or spectral requirements

Direct Substitution Limitation: The 6300T5 and 6321F5 are not direct pin-for-pin or form-factor equivalents due to mounting type differences. Circuit board redesign or adapter solutions may be required for substitution implementation.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 6321F5 replace the 6300T5 in an existing circuit board?

A: Direct replacement is not possible without circuit board modification. The 6300T5 is a surface mount component, while the 6321F5 is through-hole mounted. Different PCB pad layouts and mounting holes are required for each type.

Q: What are the key optical differences between these two parts?

A: The 6300T5 features a diffused lens with 15mcd brightness and a 50° viewing angle. The 6321F5 has a tinted lens with 8.5mcd brightness and no specified viewing angle. The diffused lens provides broader light distribution, while the tinted lens produces more concentrated light output.

Q: Are there voltage compatibility concerns?

A: The 6300T5 operates at 2V, while the 6321F5 operates at 2.1V. This 0.1V difference is within typical circuit tolerance ranges for LED indicator applications but should be verified against specific circuit design parameters and current-limiting resistor values.

Q: Do both parts meet the same environmental standards?

A: Yes. Both the 6300T5 and 6321F5 are ROHS3 compliant and REACH unaffected. The 6321F5 has superior moisture handling with MSL 1 (unlimited shelf life) compared to the 6300T5 MSL 2 (1 year shelf life).

Q: What is the wavelength difference, and does it matter?

A: The 6300T5 has a peak wavelength of 574nm, while the 6321F5 is 565nm. Both are in the green spectrum. The 9nm difference may be perceptible in color-critical applications or when multiple LEDs are used together, as the 6321F5 appears slightly more yellow-green.

Q: Which part should I select for new designs?

A: Both parts are obsolete. For new designs, consult current VCC product lines or equivalent manufacturers for active, non-obsolete green LED indicators in 3mm form factors with comparable electrical specifications.