ELM 7-500 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The ELM 7-500 is a T1 LED standoff manufactured by Bivar Inc., designed for vertical mounting applications with a 0.500" (12.70mm) length. This component features a black PVC construction and accommodates 3MM 2-lead LED configurations. The part maintains Active product status and is ROHS3 compliant with MSL Level 1 (Unlimited moisture sensitivity rating).

Substitute parts are identified when equivalent electrical and mechanical parameters align with the main part specifications, enabling direct functional replacement in circuit designs and PCB layouts.

Substiute Parts

ELM 7-500

Bivar Inc.In Stock: 1151ELM 7-500 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 7-500 is determined by the following critical parameters:

Primary Substitution Criteria:

• LED Type: T1 (exact match required)
• Material: Black PVC (exact match required)
• Configuration: 3MM 2-Lead Vertical Mount (exact match required)
• RoHS Status: ROHS3 Compliant (exact match required)
• Moisture Sensitivity Level: 1 (Unlimited) (exact match required)

Secondary Consideration:

• Length tolerance: Parts with lengths within the 0.485" to 0.510" range (12.32mm to 12.95mm) are classified as parametric equivalents due to mechanical compatibility in standard PCB mounting applications.

The substitute parts ELM 2-500, ELM 2-510, and ELM 5-485 meet all primary criteria. Length variations reflect design flexibility within the T1 LED standoff category while maintaining functional equivalence.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All substitute parts maintain Active product status and ROHS3 compliance, ensuring regulatory alignment with the ELM 7-500. Selection between equivalent parts should be based on:

Availability: ELM 5-485 offers the highest inventory level (10,054 pcs), followed by ELM 2-500 (4,519 pcs) and ELM 2-510 (1,846 pcs).

Dimensional Compatibility: ELM 2-500 provides exact length matching (0.500" / 12.70mm) to the main part. ELM 2-510 and ELM 5-485 introduce length variations of +0.010" and -0.015" respectively, which remain within standard PCB mounting tolerances for T1 LED standoff applications.

Series Consistency: ELM 2 series parts (ELM 2-500, ELM 2-510) and ELM 5 series part (ELM 5-485) represent alternative design series from Bivar Inc. with identical electrical and material specifications.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can ELM 2-510 replace ELM 7-500 in a design requiring exact 0.500" length?

A: ELM 2-510 has a length of 0.510" (12.95mm), representing a +0.010" deviation from the ELM 7-500 specification. Substitution depends on PCB design tolerance and mounting clearance requirements. Both parts share identical LED type, material, and compliance specifications.

Q: What is the primary difference between ELM 7-500 and ELM 2-500?

A: The parts differ only in series designation (ELM 7 versus ELM 2). All electrical, mechanical, and compliance parameters are identical, including exact length (0.500" / 12.70mm), LED type (T1), material (Black PVC), and RoHS status.

Q: Is ELM 5-485 suitable for applications with strict height constraints?

A: ELM 5-485 measures 0.485" (12.32mm), representing a -0.015" reduction from the ELM 7-500. This part is suitable for applications where reduced standoff height is acceptable. All other parameters remain equivalent.

Q: Do all substitute parts carry the same moisture sensitivity rating?

A: Yes. All substitute parts (ELM 2-500, ELM 2-510, ELM 5-485) maintain MSL Level 1 (Unlimited), identical to the ELM 7-500.

Q: Are there any packaging differences between the main part and substitutes?

A: All parts are supplied in Bag packaging format. No packaging variations exist among the listed components.