ELM 4-500 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The ELM 4-500 is a T1 LED standoff manufactured by Bivar Inc., designed for vertical mounting applications. This component features a black PVC construction with a 0.500" (12.70mm) length and is classified as Active product status. The part is ROHS3 compliant with MSL 1 (Unlimited) rating, suitable for applications requiring reliable LED mounting solutions. Substitute parts are identified when equivalent electrical and mechanical parameters align with the main part specifications, enabling component interchangeability in design and procurement scenarios.

Substiute Parts

ELM 4-500

Bivar Inc.In Stock: 846ELM 4-500 Datasheet

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ELM 2-500

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

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ELM 2-510

Bivar Inc.In Stock: 1857ELM 2-510 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

Substitution logic for the ELM 4-500 is based on the following critical parameters: LED type (T1), material composition (PVC), color (Black), and mounting orientation (vertical). The substitute parts ELM 2-500, ELM 2-510, and ELM 5-485 share these core electrical and mechanical characteristics with the main part.

Key Parameters Determining Substitutability:

• LED Type: T1 (all parts)
• Material: PVC (all parts)
• Color: Black (all parts)
• Mounting Style: Vertical (all parts)
• RoHS Compliance: ROHS3 (all parts)
• MSL Rating: 1 (Unlimited) (all parts)

Length variations exist among substitute parts (0.485", 0.500", 0.510"), representing dimensional tolerance ranges within the T1 LED standoff product family. These length differences fall within acceptable mechanical parameters for equivalent substitution in vertical mounting applications.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All substitute parts maintain Active product status and ROHS3 compliance, ensuring regulatory alignment with the ELM 4-500. Selection among equivalent parts should be based on:

Dimensional Fit: The ELM 2-500 provides identical 0.500" (12.70mm) length matching. The ELM 2-510 offers 0.510" (12.95mm) length for applications requiring slightly extended standoff height. The ELM 5-485 provides 0.485" (12.32mm) length for compact mounting requirements.

Availability: ELM 5-485 maintains the highest inventory level (10,054 pcs), followed by ELM 2-500 (4,519 pcs), ELM 2-510 (1,846 pcs), and ELM 4-500 (823 pcs).

Series Compatibility: All parts are manufactured by Bivar Inc. within the ELM product family, maintaining consistent quality and performance standards across series designations (ELM 2, ELM 4, ELM 5).

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can ELM 2-500 directly replace ELM 4-500? A: Yes. Both parts share identical LED type (T1), material (PVC), color (Black), length (0.500"), mounting style (vertical), and compliance ratings (ROHS3, MSL 1). They are parametric equivalents.

Q: What is the difference between ELM 2-510 and ELM 4-500? A: The primary difference is length: ELM 2-510 measures 0.510" (12.95mm) versus ELM 4-500 at 0.500" (12.70mm). All other parameters—LED type, material, color, mounting style, and compliance—are identical. Selection depends on required standoff height.

Q: Is ELM 5-485 suitable as a substitute for ELM 4-500? A: Yes, from an electrical and material standpoint. ELM 5-485 shares LED type (T1), material (PVC), color (Black), mounting style (vertical), and compliance ratings. The length difference is 0.485" (12.32mm) versus 0.500" (12.70mm), a 0.015" (0.38mm) reduction. Application-specific mechanical clearance must be verified.

Q: Are all substitute parts ROHS3 compliant? A: Yes. ELM 4-500, ELM 2-500, ELM 2-510, and ELM 5-485 are all ROHS3 compliant with MSL 1 (Unlimited) rating.

Q: What packaging format is used for these parts? A: All parts are supplied in Bag packaging format.

Q: Can length variations affect circuit board layout? A: Length variations (0.485", 0.500", 0.510") represent 0.025" (0.64mm) total range. Design verification is required to confirm mechanical clearance and mounting compatibility within specific PCB layouts.

Q: Which substitute part has the best availability? A: ELM 5-485 maintains the highest inventory at 10,054 pieces, followed by ELM 2-500 at 4,519 pieces.