ELM 4-480 LED Standoff Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The ELM 4-480 is a T1 LED standoff manufactured by Bivar Inc., designed for vertical mounting applications with a 0.480" (12.19mm) length. This component is constructed from black PVC material and accommodates 3MM LED packages with 2-lead configurations. The part maintains Active product status and is ROHS3 compliant, making it suitable for current production environments.

Substitute parts become necessary when the primary part experiences inventory constraints, extended lead times, or when design specifications allow for minor dimensional variations within acceptable tolerances for the application.

Substiute Parts

ELM 4-480

Bivar Inc.In Stock: 1133ELM 4-480 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

ELM 2-500

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

Parametric EquivalentRFQ

ELM 5-485

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

Parametric EquivalentRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the ELM 4-480 is determined by the following critical parameters:

Primary Substitution Criteria:

• LED Type: T1 (fixed requirement)
• Material: Black PVC (fixed requirement)
• LED Package Size: 3MM (fixed requirement)
• Lead Configuration: 2LD (fixed requirement)
• Mounting Orientation: Vertical (fixed requirement)
• Manufacturer: Bivar Inc. (fixed requirement)

Variable Parameter Allowing Substitution:

• Length: 0.480" (12.19mm) nominal, with acceptable variance to 0.485" (12.32mm) and 0.500" (12.70mm)

The ELM 2-500 and ELM 5-485 qualify as parametric equivalents because they maintain identical specifications across all fixed parameters while presenting minor length variations. These dimensional differences fall within the tolerance range for vertical LED standoff applications where precise height matching is not critical to circuit board assembly or electrical function.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All three parts—ELM 4-480, ELM 2-500, and ELM 5-485—maintain Active product status with ROHS3 compliance and MSL 1 rating, confirming their suitability for current production and long-term storage without moisture control requirements.

Selection Basis:

The ELM 4-480 remains the primary choice when available, as it matches the original design specification at 0.480" length.

The ELM 5-485 presents the closest dimensional alternative at 0.485" (12.32mm), representing a 0.005" (0.13mm) variance from the primary part.

The ELM 2-500 offers a 0.020" (0.51mm) length increase to 0.500" (12.70mm), suitable for applications where this additional standoff height does not conflict with board layout or component clearance requirements.

All substitutes share identical electrical and mechanical characteristics across LED type, material composition, package accommodation, and compliance certifications, ensuring functional interchangeability within the specified parameter tolerance.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can ELM 2-500 and ELM 5-485 be used interchangeably with ELM 4-480?

A: Yes, within applications where the length variance is acceptable. ELM 5-485 introduces 0.005" additional height; ELM 2-500 introduces 0.020" additional height. Both maintain all other specifications identically.

Q: What determines whether a substitute part is acceptable for my application?

A: The critical factors are: (1) LED Type remains T1, (2) Material remains Black PVC, (3) LED Package Size remains 3MM, (4) Lead Configuration remains 2LD, (5) Mounting Orientation remains Vertical. Length variation must be evaluated against your specific PCB layout and component clearance requirements.

Q: Are all three parts ROHS3 compliant?

A: Yes. ELM 4-480, ELM 2-500, and ELM 5-485 are all ROHS3 compliant with MSL 1 rating, suitable for unrestricted storage and current production environments.

Q: Do the substitute parts come in the same packaging?

A: Yes. All three parts are supplied in Bag packaging format.

Q: Which substitute part has the highest current inventory?

A: ELM 5-485 maintains 10,054 pieces in stock, compared to 4,519 pieces for ELM 2-500 and 1,069 pieces for ELM 4-480.

Q: Can I mix these parts within a single assembly?

A: Mixing is permissible only if your design specification allows for the dimensional variance across the assembly. Verify that the length differences do not create visual inconsistency or functional issues in your application.