ELM 5-950 LED Standoff T1 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The ELM 5-950 is a T1 LED standoff manufactured by Bivar Inc., designed for vertical PCB mounting applications. This component features a 0.950" (24.13mm) black PVC standoff body with dual-lead configuration for T1 LEDs. The part maintains Active product status with full ROHS3 compliance and MSL 1 rating, indicating suitability for standard storage and handling without moisture sensitivity constraints. Alternative part numbers may be required due to inventory availability, application-specific height requirements, or supply chain considerations.

Substiute Parts

ELM 5-950

Bivar Inc.In Stock: 1015ELM 5-950 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

ELM 5-23MM

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

Parametric EquivalentRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

The ELM 5-23MM is classified as a parametric equivalent to the ELM 5-950 within the Bivar ELM 5 series. Substitution compatibility is determined by the following critical parameters held constant across both parts:

• Manufacturer: Bivar Inc. (same OEM)
• LED Type: T1 (identical mechanical form factor)
• Material: PVC (identical construction material)
• Color: Black (identical cosmetic specification)
• Mounting Orientation: Vertical (identical installation configuration)
• Lead Configuration: 2LD (identical electrical interface)
• Series Classification: ELM 5 (same product family)
• RoHS Status: ROHS3 Compliant (equivalent regulatory compliance)
• Moisture Sensitivity Level: 1 (Unlimited) (identical environmental rating)

The primary dimensional variation between these parts is the standoff length: the ELM 5-950 specifies 0.950" (24.13mm), while the ELM 5-23MM specifies 0.910" (23.11mm). This 0.040" (1.02mm) difference is the sole substitution constraint and must be evaluated against specific application height tolerances.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Both the ELM 5-950 and ELM 5-23MM maintain Active product status with full ROHS3 compliance and equivalent environmental ratings. Selection between these parts is determined exclusively by PCB assembly height requirements. The ELM 5-950 provides the longer standoff length of 0.950" (24.13mm) for applications requiring maximum vertical separation. The ELM 5-23MM provides a shorter standoff at 0.910" (23.11mm), suitable for compact assembly designs with reduced height tolerance. Both parts share identical electrical and mechanical interfaces, material composition, and regulatory certifications, establishing them as direct functional substitutes within the specified dimensional constraint.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the ELM 5-23MM be used as a direct replacement for the ELM 5-950? A: The ELM 5-23MM is a parametric equivalent differing only in standoff length by 0.040" (1.02mm). Substitution is permissible when application height tolerances accommodate the shorter dimension. Both parts share identical electrical characteristics, material properties, and regulatory compliance.

Q: What is the primary technical difference between these parts? A: The exclusive difference is standoff length. The ELM 5-950 measures 0.950" (24.13mm), while the ELM 5-23MM measures 0.910" (23.11mm). All other specifications—LED type, material, color, lead configuration, mounting orientation, and compliance certifications—are identical.

Q: Are both parts ROHS3 compliant? A: Both the ELM 5-950 and ELM 5-23MM carry ROHS3 compliance certification. Moisture sensitivity classification is identical at MSL 1 (Unlimited), indicating standard storage and handling requirements apply to both parts.

Q: What is the significance of the 2LD lead configuration? A: The 2LD designation indicates a dual-lead configuration standard for T1 LED standoffs. Both substitute parts maintain this identical electrical interface, ensuring compatibility with PCB footprints and LED component specifications.

Q: Which part should be selected for space-constrained applications? A: The ELM 5-23MM provides the reduced height profile at 0.910" (23.11mm), suitable for compact assembly designs. The ELM 5-950 at 0.950" (24.13mm) is appropriate when additional vertical separation is required or when assembly specifications mandate the longer standoff dimension.