ELM 2-8MM LED Standoff Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The ELM 2-8MM is a T1 LED standoff manufactured by Bivar Inc., designed for vertical mounting applications. This component features a black PVC construction with a 0.310" (7.87mm) length and accommodates T1 LED packages with 2-lead configurations. The part is currently in active production status with robust inventory availability (1037 pcs in stock). Substitute parts are identified to address application requirements including alternative height specifications, series variations, and inventory optimization across the ELM product family.

Substiute Parts

ELM 2-8MM

Bivar Inc.In Stock: 1101ELM 2-8MM Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

ELM 2-315

Bivar Inc.In Stock: 7579ELM 2-315 Datasheet

Parametric EquivalentRFQ

ELM 2-320

Bivar Inc.In Stock: 26222ELM 2-320 Datasheet

Parametric EquivalentRFQ

ELM 4-315

Bivar Inc.In Stock: 4986ELM 4-315 Datasheet

Parametric EquivalentRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the ELM 2-8MM is determined by the following criteria:

Primary Substitution Parameters:

• LED Type: T1 (fixed requirement)
• Material: PVC (fixed requirement)
• Color: Black (fixed requirement)
• Mounting Style: Vertical (fixed requirement)
• Lead Configuration: 2-Lead (fixed requirement)
• Manufacturer: Bivar Inc. (fixed requirement)

Variable Substitution Parameters:

• Length: 0.310" (7.87mm) baseline; substitutes permitted at 0.315" (8.00mm) and 0.320" (8.13mm)
• Series: ELM 2 (primary series); ELM 4 permitted as cross-series substitute

All substitute parts maintain identical electrical and mechanical compatibility within the specified parameter ranges. Length variations of ±0.010" (0.25mm) fall within standard mechanical tolerance for vertical LED standoff applications.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

ELM 2-315 Selection Criteria: ELM 2-315 serves as a direct series equivalent with a +0.005" (0.13mm) length increase. This substitute maintains identical series designation (ELM 2) and all core electrical/mechanical parameters. Selection is appropriate when the additional 0.005" height accommodates PCB layout requirements. Inventory availability is 7562 pcs.

ELM 2-320 Selection Criteria: ELM 2-320 provides maximum height within the ELM 2 series at +0.010" (0.25mm) above the baseline. This substitute is selected for applications requiring increased standoff height while maintaining series consistency. Highest inventory availability at 26182 pcs supports supply chain continuity.

ELM 4-315 Selection Criteria: ELM 4-315 represents a cross-series substitute with identical length to ELM 2-315 (0.315"/8.00mm). Series transition from ELM 2 to ELM 4 is permitted when design specifications allow mechanical form factor variation. All electrical and environmental compliance parameters remain equivalent. Inventory availability is 4972 pcs.

All substitute parts carry ROHS3 compliance and MSL 1 rating, ensuring regulatory and environmental compatibility with the primary part.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can ELM 2-8MM be directly replaced with ELM 2-315 without design modification?

A: ELM 2-315 introduces a +0.005" (0.13mm) length increase. Direct substitution is permissible if PCB layout and component clearance specifications accommodate this height variation. No electrical parameter changes occur.

Q: What is the maximum allowable length variation for ELM 2-8MM substitutes?

A: Substitute parts are qualified at lengths of 0.310" (7.87mm), 0.315" (8.00mm), and 0.320" (8.13mm), representing a total tolerance band of ±0.010" (0.25mm). This range reflects standard mechanical tolerances for vertical LED standoff applications.

Q: Is ELM 4-315 mechanically compatible with ELM 2-8MM mounting footprints?

A: ELM 4-315 maintains identical T1 LED accommodation, 2-lead configuration, vertical mounting orientation, and PVC material composition. The series designation change (ELM 2 to ELM 4) does not affect mechanical footprint compatibility. Length equivalence to ELM 2-315 (0.315"/8.00mm) applies.

Q: Are all substitute parts RoHS3 compliant?

A: All listed substitute parts (ELM 2-315, ELM 2-320, ELM 4-315) carry ROHS3 Compliant certification, matching the primary part ELM 2-8MM.

Q: Which substitute part offers the best inventory availability?

A: ELM 2-320 provides the highest inventory level at 26182 pcs, followed by ELM 2-315 at 7562 pcs and ELM 4-315 at 4972 pcs.

Q: Do substitute parts require different packaging or handling procedures?

A: All substitute parts are supplied in Bag packaging with MSL 1 (Unlimited) rating, identical to the primary part. No special moisture sensitivity precautions are required.