Equivalent & Substitute Parts: ELM 2-580

Part Overview

The ELM 2-580 is a T1 LED Standoff manufactured by Bivar Inc., featuring a black PVC construction with a 0.580" (14.73mm) vertical mounting height. This component is classified as Active in product status with full RoHS3 compliance. LED standoff components like the ELM 2-580 are used in electronic assemblies where fixed-height vertical LED positioning is critical for PCB integration and housing alignment. Alternative models become necessary when design specifications require different mounting heights, inventory constraints occur, or when integration with specific mechanical tolerances demands equivalent components with alternative dimensional characteristics.

Substiute Parts

ELM 2-580

Bivar Inc.In Stock: 892ELM 2-580 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

ELM 4-600

Bivar Inc.In Stock: 1069ELM 4-600 Datasheet

Parametric EquivalentRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

The ELM 4-600 qualifies as a parametric equivalent to the ELM 2-580 based on the following key substitution parameters:

Common Parameters:

• LED Type: T1 (identical)
• Material: Black PVC (identical)
• Manufacturer: Bivar Inc. (identical series family)
• Product Status: Active (identical)
• RoHS3 Compliance: Both parts meet RoHS3 requirements
• Moisture Sensitivity Level: 1 (Unlimited) (identical)

Dimensional Variation:

• Length: ELM 2-580 is 0.580" (14.73mm) versus ELM 4-600 is 0.600" (15.24mm)
• The 0.020" (0.51mm) length difference represents the primary dimensional distinction between these two parts within the standoff product family

Substitution is valid when mounting height tolerance permits the 0.020" dimensional increase and mechanical clearance in the target assembly allows the greater standoff height.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Both the ELM 2-580 and ELM 4-600 are Active product status components manufactured by Bivar Inc. with full RoHS3 compliance certification. Both parts carry an MSL rating of 1 (Unlimited), indicating no moisture-related storage or handling restrictions. Selection between these parts is determined by mechanical assembly requirements, specifically the available vertical clearance for LED standoff height. The ELM 4-600 is a valid substitute for the ELM 2-580 when the assembly design accommodates the additional 0.020" (0.51mm) mounting height, provided that no design specification explicitly requires the 0.580" dimension.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: What is the primary difference between ELM 2-580 and ELM 4-600? A: The parts are dimensionally equivalent except for mounting height. The ELM 2-580 provides a 0.580" (14.73mm) standoff height, while the ELM 4-600 provides 0.600" (15.24mm). Both use identical T1 LED specifications, black PVC material, and manufacturer (Bivar Inc.).

Q: Can ELM 4-600 be substituted for ELM 2-580 in all applications? A: The ELM 4-600 is a valid substitute only when the mechanical assembly clearance permits the additional 0.020" (0.51mm) height. Verify that no design constraint or tolerance specification requires the exact 0.580" dimension before implementing substitution.

Q: Are there compliance or storage differences between these parts? A: Both parts are RoHS3 compliant with identical MSL ratings of 1 (Unlimited). Neither part has moisture sensitivity restrictions, and both maintain Active product status with Bivar Inc.

Q: What packaging is available for these parts? A: Both ELM 2-580 and ELM 4-600 are supplied in Bag packaging format.

Q: Is the ELM 4-600 suitable for surface-mount or through-hole applications? A: Both parts are vertical-mount LED standoffs. Selection depends on mechanical compatibility with available vertical clearance and mounting hole alignment in the target PCB assembly.