ELM 5-230 Equivalent and Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The ELM 5-230 is a T1 LED standoff in black PVC material manufactured by Bivar Inc. This component is an active product designed for vertical mounting applications with a 0.230" (5.84mm) height specification. Alternative equivalent parts are necessary when the primary part experiences supply constraints, extended lead times, or when design flexibility permits selection from compatible alternatives that maintain functional equivalence within the allowable parameter tolerances.

Substiute Parts

ELM 5-230

Bivar Inc.In Stock: 976ELM 5-230 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

ELM 4-6MM

Bivar Inc.In Stock: 1817ELM 4-6MM Datasheet

Parametric EquivalentRFQ

ELM 5-235

Bivar Inc.In Stock: 20480ELM 5-235 Datasheet

Parametric EquivalentRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the ELM 5-230 is determined by strict adherence to the following critical parameters:

• LED Type: Must remain T1
• Material Composition: Must remain Black PVC
• Height Tolerance: Substitute parts must fall within the allowable dimensional range for vertical mounting applications
• Series Compatibility: Parts from the ELM series maintain cross-compatibility
• Regulatory Compliance: All substitutes must maintain ROHS3 compliance and MSL 1 rating

The ELM 5-230 has two qualified substitutes: ELM 5-235 (same series, minimal height variance) and ELM 4-6MM (different series with slightly increased height). Both maintain T1 LED type, black PVC material, and equivalent compliance certifications.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All three parts (ELM 5-230, ELM 5-235, and ELM 4-6MM) maintain Active product status and identical ROHS3 compliance certification with MSL 1 rating. Selection between these alternatives is based on dimensional requirements specific to the application. ELM 5-235 represents the closest equivalent with a nominal height increase of 0.005" (0.13mm) within the same ELM 5 series. ELM 4-6MM provides additional availability with a height increase of 0.010" (0.26mm) from the original specification. Design validation must confirm that the dimensional variance accommodates the mechanical constraints of the target application.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: What determines if ELM 5-235 or ELM 4-6MM can replace ELM 5-230? A: Substitution is determined by T1 LED type compatibility, black PVC material consistency, active product status, and ROHS3 compliance. The primary variable is the height dimension, which differs by 0.005" between ELM 5-230 and ELM 5-235, and 0.010" between ELM 5-230 and ELM 4-6MM. Your application design must accommodate these height variations.

Q: Are there any differences in packaging between these parts? A: All parts are supplied in standard Bag packaging from Bivar Inc.

Q: Can ELM 4-6MM from a different series substitute for ELM 5-230? A: Yes. ELM 4-6MM qualifies as a parametric equivalent, maintaining T1 LED type, black PVC material, and full regulatory compliance (ROHS3, MSL 1). Series designation does not override electrical and mechanical equivalence.

Q: What are the export classification details? A: Both the primary part and all substitutes are classified as ECCN EAR99 and HTSUS 3926.90.9985, ensuring consistent regulatory treatment across selections.

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