ELM 5-920 LED Standoff Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The ELM 5-920 is a T1 LED standoff manufactured by Bivar Inc., designed for vertical mounting applications with a 0.920" (23.37mm) 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 may be required due to inventory availability, lead time considerations, or specific application dimensional tolerances within the allowed parameter range.

Substiute Parts

ELM 5-920

Bivar Inc.In Stock: 818ELM 5-920 Datasheet

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ELM 5-23MM

Bivar Inc.In Stock: 7185ELM 5-23MM Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution within the ELM 5 series is determined by strict adherence to the following parameters:

Critical Substitution Parameters:

• Manufacturer: Bivar Inc. (same manufacturer required)
• Series: ELM 5 (same product family)
• LED Type: T1 (identical LED form factor)
• Material: Black PVC (identical material and color)
• LED Package Size: 3MM (identical accommodation)
• Lead Count: 2LD (identical lead configuration)
• RoHS Status: ROHS3 Compliant (equivalent compliance level)
• Moisture Sensitivity Level: MSL 1 (equivalent or better rating)

Allowable Variation Parameter:

• Length: Within the ELM 5 series tolerance range (0.910" to 0.920")

The substitute part ELM 5-23MM meets all critical parameters and falls within the allowable length variation, making it a valid parametric equivalent for the ELM 5-920.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Both the ELM 5-920 and ELM 5-23MM are Active products manufactured by Bivar Inc. within the ELM 5 series. Both parts maintain ROHS3 compliance and MSL 1 rating, ensuring equivalent environmental and moisture handling characteristics. The length differential of 0.010" (0.26mm) between the two parts represents a minor dimensional variation within the ELM 5 series tolerance specification. Selection between these parts should be based on application-specific dimensional requirements and current inventory availability. Both parts are suitable for direct substitution in applications where the 0.010" length tolerance is acceptable.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can ELM 5-23MM be used as a direct replacement for ELM 5-920?

A: Yes. Both parts share identical specifications for LED type (T1), material (Black PVC), package size (3MM), lead count (2LD), and compliance certifications (ROHS3, MSL 1). The length difference of 0.010" (0.26mm) falls within the ELM 5 series tolerance range and does not affect functional compatibility.

Q: What is the significance of the length difference between these parts?

A: The ELM 5-920 has a length of 0.920" (23.37mm), while the ELM 5-23MM has a length of 0.910" (23.11mm). This 0.010" (0.26mm) variation is a minor dimensional tolerance within the ELM 5 product family and does not impact electrical or mechanical performance in standard applications.

Q: Are both parts ROHS3 compliant?

A: Yes. Both the ELM 5-920 and ELM 5-23MM are ROHS3 compliant and carry MSL 1 (Unlimited) moisture sensitivity ratings, making them equivalent for environmental and regulatory compliance purposes.

Q: What packaging format is used for these parts?

A: Both parts are supplied in Bag packaging format, suitable for standard component handling and storage procedures.

Q: Are there any restrictions on using these parts interchangeably?

A: Interchangeability is determined by application-specific dimensional tolerances. The 0.010" length difference must be acceptable within the mechanical design constraints of the application. Both parts are functionally equivalent in all other parameters.