ELM 5-590 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The ELM 5-590 is a T1 LED standoff manufactured by Bivar Inc., featuring a black PVC construction with a 0.590" (14.99mm) length. This component is designed for vertical mounting applications with 3MM LED support and 2-lead configuration. The product maintains Active status and full ROHS3 compliance, ensuring continued availability for new designs and production applications. Substitute parts are identified when equivalent functional performance is required due to inventory constraints, design flexibility requirements, or supply chain considerations.

Substiute Parts

ELM 5-590

Bivar Inc.In Stock: 986ELM 5-590 Datasheet

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ELM 4-600

Bivar Inc.In Stock: 1069ELM 4-600 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

The ELM 5-590 has one identified parametric equivalent: ELM 4-600. The substitution relationship is based on the following allowable parameters:

• LED Type: Both parts use T1 LED configuration
• Material: Both use black PVC construction
• Lead Configuration: Both feature 2-lead design
• Mounting Style: Both support vertical mounting with 3MM LED support
• Compliance: Both achieve ROHS3 compliance
• MSL Rating: Both rated at MSL 1 (Unlimited moisture sensitivity)
• Tariff Classification: Both use identical HTSUS code 3926.90.9985

The primary distinction between these parts is the length specification: ELM 5-590 measures 0.590" (14.99mm), while ELM 4-600 measures 0.600" (15.24mm), representing a 0.010" (0.25mm) difference. This variance falls within acceptable tolerance ranges for LED standoff applications where slight length variations do not affect functional mounting or electrical characteristics.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Both the ELM 5-590 and ELM 4-600 maintain Active product status with equivalent ROHS3 compliance certifications. The ELM 4-600 provides increased inventory availability (1058 units versus 901 units). Selection between these parts should be based on specific length requirements for the application: applications requiring 0.590" (14.99mm) standoff height use the ELM 5-590, while applications accommodating 0.600" (15.24mm) standoff height use the ELM 4-600. Both parts carry identical compliance documentation and moisture sensitivity ratings, ensuring equivalent reliability for sealed and unsealed assembly environments.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: What is the primary difference between ELM 5-590 and ELM 4-600? A: The primary difference is length specification. ELM 5-590 measures 0.590" (14.99mm), while ELM 4-600 measures 0.600" (15.24mm). All other functional parameters remain equivalent.

Q: Can ELM 4-600 replace ELM 5-590 in existing designs? A: Yes, provided the 0.010" (0.25mm) length difference is acceptable for the application's mechanical clearance and mounting requirements. Both parts share identical electrical characteristics and compliance certifications.

Q: Do both parts carry the same compliance certifications? A: Yes. Both ELM 5-590 and ELM 4-600 are ROHS3 compliant with MSL rating of 1 (Unlimited), making them suitable for equivalent reliability applications.

Q: Are there packaging differences between these parts? A: Both parts are supplied in bag packaging with identical handling and storage requirements based on their matching MSL 1 classification.

Q: Which part should be selected based on inventory considerations? A: ELM 4-600 provides higher inventory availability at 1058 units versus 901 units for ELM 5-590. For non-critical design specifications, ELM 4-600 offers improved supply chain flexibility.