ELM 5-500 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The ELM 5-500 is a T1 LED standoff manufactured by Bivar Inc., designed for vertical mounting applications with a 0.500" (12.70mm) 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 are identified when equivalent electrical and mechanical parameters align with application requirements, enabling component sourcing flexibility and inventory optimization.

Substiute Parts

ELM 5-500

Bivar Inc.In Stock: 852ELM 5-500 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 eligibility for the ELM 5-500 is determined by the following critical parameters: LED type (T1), material composition (black PVC), mounting orientation (vertical), LED package configuration (3MM 2-lead), and compliance certifications (ROHS3). The substitute parts ELM 2-500, ELM 2-510, and ELM 5-485 share identical LED type, material, mounting style, and package specifications. Length variations exist within the substitute group: ELM 2-500 matches the 0.500" dimension exactly, ELM 5-485 provides 0.485" (12.32mm), and ELM 2-510 provides 0.510" (12.95mm). All substitutes maintain Active product status and ROHS3 compliance. Selection among these parts depends on specific application length requirements and series preference (ELM 2 or ELM 5 series).

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All substitute parts maintain Active product status and ROHS3 compliance, confirming suitability for current production applications. ELM 2-500 provides exact dimensional equivalence to ELM 5-500 with identical 0.500" length specification and higher inventory availability (4519 units). ELM 5-485 offers the same series designation as the primary part with 0.015" shorter length and maximum inventory stock (10054 units). ELM 2-510 provides 0.010" greater length within the ELM 2 series. Selection should prioritize dimensional requirements for the specific application, followed by series preference and inventory availability. All parts carry identical electrical and mechanical specifications for T1 LED standoff functionality.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: What determines if a part can substitute for ELM 5-500?

A: Substitute parts must share identical LED type (T1), material (black PVC), mounting style (vertical), LED package configuration (3MM 2-lead), and compliance certifications (ROHS3). Length variations within 0.015" tolerance are acceptable based on application requirements.

Q: Can ELM 2-500 replace ELM 5-500 directly?

A: Yes. ELM 2-500 matches all critical parameters including length (0.500"), LED type, material, and compliance status. The primary difference is series designation (ELM 2 versus ELM 5), which does not affect functional compatibility for T1 LED standoff applications.

Q: What is the length difference between ELM 5-485 and ELM 5-500?

A: ELM 5-485 is 0.015" (0.38mm) shorter than ELM 5-500. Both maintain identical series designation and all other specifications. Selection depends on application height constraints.

Q: Are all substitute parts ROHS3 compliant?

A: Yes. ELM 5-500, ELM 2-500, ELM 2-510, and ELM 5-485 are all ROHS3 compliant with MSL rating of 1 (Unlimited), confirming suitability for regulated manufacturing environments.

Q: Which substitute part has the highest inventory availability?

A: ELM 5-485 maintains the highest inventory stock at 10054 units, followed by ELM 2-500 at 4519 units. ELM 5-500 has 806 units and ELM 2-510 has 1846 units in stock.

Q: Do all parts use identical packaging?

A: Yes. All parts are packaged in bags as standard packaging format.