ELM 2-480 LED Standoff Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The ELM 2-480 is a T1 LED standoff manufactured by Bivar Inc., featuring a vertical surface-mount configuration with a 0.480" (12.19mm) length. This component is constructed from black PVC material and is designed for applications requiring precision LED positioning and mounting. The part maintains Active product status and is ROHS3 compliant, making it suitable for current production environments. Substitute parts are identified when inventory constraints, lead time requirements, or design flexibility necessitate alternative components that maintain functional equivalence within specified mechanical and electrical parameters.

Substiute Parts

ELM 2-480

Bivar Inc.In Stock: 1112ELM 2-480 Datasheet

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ELM 2-500

Bivar Inc.In Stock: 4576ELM 2-500 Datasheet

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ELM 5-485

Bivar Inc.In Stock: 10104ELM 5-485 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the ELM 2-480 are qualified based on the following critical parameters that determine functional equivalence:

Primary Equivalence Criteria:

• LED Type: T1 (maintained across all substitutes)
• Material: Black PVC (maintained across all substitutes)
• Configuration: Vertical Surface-Mount (maintained across all substitutes)
• Manufacturer: Bivar Inc. (maintained across all substitutes)
• RoHS Status: ROHS3 Compliant (maintained across all substitutes)
• Moisture Sensitivity Level: 1 (Unlimited) (maintained across all substitutes)

Secondary Variation Parameter:

• Length: Tolerance range of ±0.020" (0.51mm) from nominal 0.480" specification

The ELM 2-500 and ELM 5-485 are classified as parametric equivalents because they maintain identical LED type, material composition, configuration, and compliance certifications. Length variations of 0.500" (12.70mm) and 0.485" (12.32mm) respectively fall within acceptable mechanical tolerances for vertical LED standoff applications where precise height matching is not a critical design constraint.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

ELM 2-480 Primary Selection: The ELM 2-480 remains the preferred component when the specified 0.480" (12.19mm) length is a design requirement. This part maintains Active product status with full ROHS3 compliance and unlimited moisture sensitivity rating, ensuring compatibility with current manufacturing standards and long-term supply chain stability.

ELM 2-500 Substitute Selection: The ELM 2-500 is selected when a 0.020" (0.51mm) length increase is acceptable within the application design envelope. This substitute maintains identical series designation (ELM 2), identical LED type and material specifications, and equivalent compliance certifications. Higher inventory availability (4519 Pcs) may support accelerated procurement timelines.

ELM 5-485 Substitute Selection: The ELM 5-485 is selected when a 0.005" (0.13mm) length decrease is acceptable within the application design envelope. This substitute maintains the closest length tolerance to the primary part while offering the highest inventory availability (10054 Pcs). Series designation differs (ELM 5 versus ELM 2), but all functional and compliance parameters remain equivalent.

All three parts maintain Active product status and ROHS3 compliance, ensuring regulatory and supply chain continuity.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: What is the primary difference between ELM 2-480 and its substitutes?

A: The primary difference is the standoff length. ELM 2-480 measures 0.480" (12.19mm), ELM 2-500 measures 0.500" (12.70mm), and ELM 5-485 measures 0.485" (12.32mm). All other specifications including LED type (T1), material (Black PVC), configuration (vertical surface-mount), and compliance certifications remain identical.

Q: Can ELM 2-500 and ELM 5-485 be used interchangeably with ELM 2-480?

A: Interchangeability depends on the application's mechanical tolerance for standoff height. The length variations of ±0.020" fall within typical LED mounting tolerances for vertical surface-mount applications. Design verification is required to confirm acceptability within specific application constraints.

Q: Are all three parts ROHS3 compliant?

A: Yes. ELM 2-480, ELM 2-500, and ELM 5-485 are all ROHS3 compliant with Moisture Sensitivity Level 1 (Unlimited), meeting current regulatory requirements for electronics manufacturing.

Q: What is the difference between ELM 2 and ELM 5 series designations?

A: Series designation indicates the product line within Bivar Inc.'s LED standoff portfolio. ELM 2-480 and ELM 2-500 belong to the ELM 2 series, while ELM 5-485 belongs to the ELM 5 series. Functional specifications for T1 LED standoffs remain equivalent across series when other parameters match.

Q: Which substitute part has the best inventory availability?

A: ELM 5-485 maintains the highest inventory level at 10054 Pcs, followed by ELM 2-500 at 4519 Pcs. ELM 2-480 has 1072 Pcs available. Inventory levels should be verified at time of procurement as quantities are subject to change.

Q: Are packaging specifications identical across all three parts?

A: Yes. ELM 2-480, ELM 2-500, and ELM 5-485 are all supplied in Bag packaging format, ensuring consistent handling and storage requirements.