COM-10191 Electroluminescent EL Wire Red 3M - Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The COM-10191 is an electroluminescent EL wire manufactured by SparkFun Electronics, featuring a red color with a length of 9.84 feet (3 meters). This product is classified as obsolete, making identification of functionally equivalent substitute parts essential for ongoing design and procurement requirements. The obsolete status necessitates sourcing alternative components that maintain the same electrical and mechanical specifications to ensure continuity in applications utilizing this EL wire configuration.

Substiute Parts

COM-10191

SparkFun ElectronicsIn Stock: 1048COM-10191 Datasheet

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69-ELW3.2-RD

NTE Electronics, IncIn Stock: 87569-ELW3.2-RD Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the COM-10191 is determined by strict alignment of the following parameters:

• Configuration: EL Wire (electroluminescent wire format)
• Color: Red
• Size / Dimension: 9.84' (3m) length
• Electrical Classification: ECCN EAR99
• Export Compliance: Harmonized tariff code compatibility

The substitute part 69-ELW3.2-RD from NTE Electronics, Inc meets these core substitution criteria. Both parts share identical functional configuration, color specification, and physical length. The substitute maintains the same export control classification (ECCN EAR99), ensuring regulatory consistency in procurement and deployment.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The 69-ELW3.2-RD from NTE Electronics, Inc is the qualified substitute for the obsolete COM-10191. Selection of this substitute is supported by the following factors:

• Active Product Status: The substitute maintains active production status, ensuring availability and supply chain continuity.
• Functional Equivalence: Both parts share identical configuration (EL Wire), color (Red), and physical dimensions (9.84' / 3m).
• Regulatory Compliance: The substitute achieves ROHS3 compliance, representing an improvement over the non-compliant original part while maintaining the same export control classification (ECCN EAR99).
• Packaging Specification: The substitute is supplied in bag packaging, suitable for standard component handling and storage.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: What makes the 69-ELW3.2-RD a valid substitute for COM-10191?

A: Both parts are configured as electroluminescent EL wire in red color with identical physical length (9.84 feet / 3 meters). These parameters define functional equivalence for EL wire applications. Both parts share the same export control classification (ECCN EAR99).

Q: Does the RoHS compliance difference affect substitution?

A: The substitute part (69-ELW3.2-RD) achieves ROHS3 compliance, while the original COM-10191 is RoHS non-compliant. For applications subject to RoHS regulations, the substitute provides improved compliance. For legacy applications without RoHS requirements, functional performance remains equivalent.

Q: Are there any packaging considerations when switching to the substitute?

A: The substitute is supplied in bag packaging. Verify that your procurement and storage procedures accommodate this packaging format. The physical dimensions and electrical characteristics remain unchanged.

Q: What is the significance of the MSL rating?

A: The COM-10191 specifies MSL 1 (Unlimited), indicating no moisture sensitivity constraints during storage or handling. The substitute part does not specify an MSL rating; standard EL wire handling procedures apply.

Q: Can I use these parts interchangeably in existing designs?

A: Yes. The COM-10191 and 69-ELW3.2-RD share identical configuration, color, and physical dimensions. Direct substitution is supported for applications requiring red EL wire at 3-meter length.