ELM 5-12MM LED Standoff Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The ELM 5-12MM is a T1 LED standoff manufactured by Bivar Inc., featuring a black PVC construction with a 0.470" (11.94mm) length and dual-lead configuration. This component is actively produced and RoHS3 compliant, serving as a vertical mounting solution for T1 LEDs in electronic assemblies. Substitute parts may be required due to inventory constraints, regional availability, or application-specific dimensional requirements within the allowable parameter tolerance range.

Substiute Parts

ELM 5-12MM

Bivar Inc.In Stock: 1115ELM 5-12MM Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

ELM 5-485

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

Parametric EquivalentRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

The ELM 5-485 is identified as a parametric equivalent to the ELM 5-12MM based on the following shared attributes:

Common Parameters Determining Substitutability:

• Manufacturer: Bivar Inc. (same manufacturer ensures design consistency)
• Series: ELM 5 (same product family with identical lead configuration and mounting interface)
• LED Type: T1 (same optical and electrical interface)
• Color: Black (same material and finish)
• Material: PVC (identical mechanical properties)
• RoHS Status: RoHS3 Compliant (equivalent regulatory compliance)
• Moisture Sensitivity Level: 1 (Unlimited) (identical environmental handling requirements)
• ECCN: EAR99 (same export classification)

Variable Parameter:

• Length: 0.470" (11.94mm) for ELM 5-12MM versus 0.485" (12.32mm) for ELM 5-485

The length differential of 0.015" (0.38mm) represents a 3.2% dimensional variance within the same component family and does not affect the electrical or functional interface.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Both the ELM 5-12MM and ELM 5-485 are active products from Bivar Inc. with RoHS3 compliance and MSL Level 1 rating. Selection between these parts depends solely on the mechanical clearance requirements of the specific application. The ELM 5-12MM provides a shorter standoff height at 0.470" (11.94mm), while the ELM 5-485 offers 0.485" (12.32mm) height. Both parts maintain identical electrical interfaces, material properties, and regulatory compliance status.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can ELM 5-485 be used as a direct replacement for ELM 5-12MM? A: ELM 5-485 serves as a substitute when the 0.485" (12.32mm) height is compatible with your mechanical design. The 0.015" (0.38mm) height difference must be accommodated by your specific PCB layout and enclosure clearances.

Q: Are there electrical differences between ELM 5-12MM and ELM 5-485? A: No. Both parts are T1 LED standoffs with identical electrical interfaces and lead configurations. The substitution is based on mechanical height variance only.

Q: What determines if a substitute part is acceptable for my application? A: Verify that your mechanical design allows the 0.485" (12.32mm) standoff height of the ELM 5-485. All other specifications—material, color, LED type, compliance, and environmental handling—are identical.

Q: Are both parts manufactured by the same company? A: Yes. Both the ELM 5-12MM and ELM 5-485 are manufactured by Bivar Inc. and belong to the same ELM 5 series family.

Q: What is the regulatory compliance status of these parts? A: Both parts are RoHS3 compliant with MSL Level 1 (Unlimited) moisture sensitivity rating and EAR99 export classification.