ELM 5-17MM LED Standoff Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The ELM 5-17MM is an active T1 LED standoff manufactured by Bivar Inc., designed for vertical mounting applications with a 0.670" (17.02mm) length. This component is a black PVC standoff engineered to support T1 LED packages in two-lead configurations. Substitute parts are identified based on matching electrical and mechanical parameters including LED type, material composition, color, and dimensional specifications. Alternative models become necessary when primary inventory is unavailable or when design flexibility permits selection from equivalent product lines.

Substiute Parts

ELM 5-17MM

Bivar Inc.In Stock: 1035ELM 5-17MM Datasheet

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ELM 2-17MM

Bivar Inc.In Stock: 1852ELM 2-17MM Datasheet

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ELM 2-665

Bivar Inc.In Stock: 909ELM 2-665 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the ELM 5-17MM are identified through parametric equivalence based on the following critical parameters:

Primary Matching Criteria:

• LED Type: T1 (all substitutes match)
• Material: PVC (all substitutes match)
• Color: Black (all substitutes match)
• Lead Configuration: 2LD (all substitutes match)
• Mounting Style: Vertical (all substitutes match)
• RoHS Status: ROHS3 Compliant (all substitutes match)
• Moisture Sensitivity Level: 1 (Unlimited) (all substitutes match)

Secondary Consideration:

• Length: The ELM 5-17MM specifies 0.670" (17.02mm). Substitute ELM 2-17MM maintains identical length. Substitute ELM 2-665 provides 0.665" (16.89mm), representing a 0.005" (0.13mm) dimensional variance within tolerance for equivalent mechanical function.

Both substitute parts belong to the ELM 2 series and maintain active product status with full compliance certifications.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

ELM 2-17MM is the primary substitute for the ELM 5-17MM. This part maintains identical dimensional specifications (0.670" length), identical electrical characteristics (T1 LED, 2LD configuration), and full compliance equivalence (ROHS3, MSL 1). Both parts are active products manufactured by Bivar Inc. with equivalent environmental ratings. Selection of ELM 2-17MM introduces no functional or mechanical compromise.

ELM 2-665 is a secondary substitute suitable for applications where a 0.005" (0.13mm) length reduction is acceptable. This part maintains all electrical and material specifications identical to the main part and provides equivalent compliance certifications. The dimensional variance represents a 0.075% reduction in overall length and does not affect T1 LED package compatibility or vertical mounting function.

All three parts carry active product status and ROHS3 compliance, ensuring long-term availability and regulatory alignment. Selection between substitutes should be based on dimensional tolerance requirements and inventory availability.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can ELM 2-17MM be used as a direct replacement for ELM 5-17MM?

A: Yes. ELM 2-17MM is a parametric equivalent with identical length (0.670"), LED type (T1), material (PVC), color (Black), lead configuration (2LD), and compliance certifications (ROHS3, MSL 1). Both parts are active products from Bivar Inc.

Q: What is the dimensional difference between ELM 5-17MM and ELM 2-665?

A: ELM 2-665 has a length of 0.665" (16.89mm) compared to ELM 5-17MM at 0.670" (17.02mm). This represents a 0.005" (0.13mm) reduction. All other parameters remain equivalent.

Q: Are all three parts RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. ELM 5-17MM, ELM 2-17MM, and ELM 2-665 are all ROHS3 Compliant with Moisture Sensitivity Level 1 (Unlimited).

Q: What determines substitutability between these LED standoff parts?

A: Substitutability is determined by matching LED type (T1), material (PVC), color (Black), lead configuration (2LD), mounting style (Vertical), and compliance certifications (ROHS3, MSL 1). Length specifications must be within design tolerance requirements.

Q: Which substitute has the highest inventory availability?

A: ELM 2-17MM has 1815 pieces in stock, compared to 1015 pieces for ELM 5-17MM and 882 pieces for ELM 2-665.

Q: Can ELM 2-665 be used in applications requiring the exact 0.670" length specification?

A: ELM 2-665 is suitable only for applications where a 0.665" length is within design tolerance. The 0.005" dimensional variance must be evaluated against specific mechanical and assembly requirements.

Q: Are there any differences in packaging between these parts?

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