ELM 1-390 LED Standoff Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The ELM 1-390 is a T1 3/4 LED standoff manufactured by Bivar Inc., featuring a black PVC construction with a 0.390" (9.91mm) length. This component is classified as an active product and serves as a mechanical mounting solution for LED applications requiring vertical orientation with short-reach standoff characteristics.

Substitute parts become necessary when the primary part number experiences inventory constraints, supply chain disruptions, or when design specifications permit tolerance variations within the allowed mechanical parameters. The substitute parts listed maintain functional equivalence through matching LED form factor, material composition, color, and electrical compliance standards.

Substiute Parts

ELM 1-390

Bivar Inc.In Stock: 1030ELM 1-390 Datasheet

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ELM 1-10MM

Bivar Inc.In Stock: 1046ELM 1-10MM Datasheet

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ELM 1-385

Bivar Inc.In Stock: 859ELM 1-385 Datasheet

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ELM 3-375

Bivar Inc.In Stock: 8887ELM 3-375 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the ELM 1-390 is determined by the following critical parameters:

Primary Matching Criteria:

• LED form factor: T1 3/4 (all substitutes maintain this specification)
• Material composition: Black PVC (all substitutes maintain this specification)
• Orientation: Vertical mounting (SR VERT designation)
• Compliance: ROHS3 Compliant status (all substitutes maintain this certification)
• Moisture Sensitivity Level: MSL 1 (all substitutes maintain this rating)

Secondary Tolerance Parameter:

• Length: Mechanical tolerance range of 0.375" to 0.390" (9.53mm to 9.91mm) permits substitution within this dimensional band

All substitute parts listed maintain identical electrical compliance, environmental ratings, and functional orientation. Length variations within the specified tolerance range do not affect mechanical mounting compatibility or electrical performance in standard LED standoff applications.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

ELM 1-10MM: This part maintains identical length specification (0.390" / 9.91mm) to the primary part number ELM 1-390. All electrical compliance certifications, material properties, and environmental ratings are equivalent. This substitute provides direct dimensional compatibility with no tolerance considerations.

ELM 1-385: This part operates within the acceptable length tolerance band at 0.385" (9.78mm), representing a 0.005" (0.13mm) reduction from the primary specification. All compliance and material specifications remain equivalent. This substitute is suitable for applications where the reduced length falls within design tolerance margins.

ELM 3-375: This part represents the maximum allowable length deviation at 0.375" (9.53mm), a 0.015" (0.38mm) reduction from the primary specification. All compliance and material specifications remain equivalent. This substitute is suitable for applications where the reduced length falls within design tolerance margins. This part number carries the highest inventory availability (8835 Pcs).

All substitute parts maintain active product status and ROHS3 compliance, ensuring continued availability and regulatory conformance for new designs and production runs.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can ELM 1-10MM be used as a direct replacement for ELM 1-390?

A: Yes. The ELM 1-10MM maintains identical length specification (0.390" / 9.91mm), material composition (Black PVC), LED form factor (T1 3/4), and all compliance certifications (ROHS3). No design modifications are required.

Q: What is the maximum length variation permitted between ELM 1-390 and its substitutes?

A: The substitute parts operate within a length range of 0.375" to 0.390" (9.53mm to 9.91mm). The ELM 3-375 represents the minimum length at 0.375", a 0.015" (0.38mm) reduction from the primary specification.

Q: Are all substitute parts ROHS3 compliant?

A: Yes. All listed substitute parts (ELM 1-10MM, ELM 1-385, and ELM 3-375) maintain ROHS3 compliance status identical to the primary part number ELM 1-390.

Q: Do the substitute parts have different moisture sensitivity ratings?

A: No. All substitute parts maintain Moisture Sensitivity Level 1 (Unlimited), identical to the primary part number. No special handling or storage requirements differ between the primary and substitute parts.

Q: Which substitute part has the highest inventory availability?

A: The ELM 3-375 carries the highest inventory level at 8835 Pcs New Original In Stock, compared to 947 Pcs for ELM 1-10MM and 750 Pcs for ELM 1-385.

Q: Can ELM 3-375 be used in applications requiring the full 0.390" length specification?

A: The ELM 3-375 operates at 0.375" (9.53mm), a 0.015" (0.38mm) reduction from the primary specification. Substitution is valid only when design specifications permit this length tolerance variation.

Q: Are all parts packaged identically?

A: Yes. All parts listed (primary and substitutes) are packaged in Bag format, maintaining consistent handling and storage procedures.