ELM 7-6MM LED Standoff Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The ELM 7-6MM is a T1 LED standoff manufactured by Bivar Inc., designed for vertical mounting applications with a 6MM lead spacing and 3MM mounting height. This component is constructed from black PVC material and is classified as an active product with ROHS3 compliance. The ELM 7-6MM serves as a mechanical support and positioning element for T1 LED packages in electronic assemblies.

Substitute parts are identified when equivalent electrical and mechanical parameters are maintained across the product line, enabling component interchangeability in applications where the primary functional requirements remain constant.

Substiute Parts

ELM 7-6MM

Bivar Inc.In Stock: 1103ELM 7-6MM Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

ELM 4-6MM

Bivar Inc.In Stock: 1817ELM 4-6MM Datasheet

Parametric EquivalentRFQ

ELM 5-235

Bivar Inc.In Stock: 20480ELM 5-235 Datasheet

Parametric EquivalentRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the ELM 7-6MM is determined by the following critical parameters:

Primary Substitution Criteria:

• LED Type: T1 (fixed requirement)
• Material: Black PVC (fixed requirement)
• Lead Spacing: 6MM (fixed requirement)
• Mounting Height: 3MM (fixed requirement)
• RoHS Compliance: ROHS3 (fixed requirement)
• Moisture Sensitivity Level: 1 (Unlimited) (fixed requirement)

Secondary Consideration:

• Length tolerance: Variations within 0.001" to 0.005" are acceptable for mechanical fit in standard PCB mounting applications

The ELM 7-6MM qualifies two substitute parts from the ELM series: ELM 4-6MM and ELM 5-235. Both maintain identical LED type, material composition, lead spacing, mounting height, and compliance certifications. Length variations between these parts fall within acceptable mechanical tolerances for standard vertical LED mounting applications.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

All three parts—ELM 7-6MM, ELM 4-6MM, and ELM 5-235—are active products manufactured by Bivar Inc. with identical ROHS3 compliance and EAR99 export classification. Selection between these parts is based on availability and length specification requirements:

ELM 7-6MM: Primary specification at 0.236" (5.99mm) length. Use when exact length specification is required.

ELM 4-6MM: Substitute option at 0.240" (6.10mm) length with 1,737 units in stock. Length variation of +0.004" from primary specification remains within acceptable mechanical tolerance for standard PCB mounting applications.

ELM 5-235: Substitute option at 0.235" (5.97mm) length with 20,398 units in stock. Length variation of -0.001" from primary specification is within acceptable mechanical tolerance and represents the highest inventory availability.

All three parts maintain identical electrical and mechanical compatibility for T1 LED vertical mounting applications with 6MM lead spacing and 3MM mounting height.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can ELM 4-6MM be used as a direct replacement for ELM 7-6MM?

A: Yes. ELM 4-6MM maintains all critical parameters: T1 LED type, black PVC material, 6MM lead spacing, 3MM mounting height, ROHS3 compliance, and MSL 1 rating. The length difference of +0.004" (6.10mm vs. 5.99mm) is within acceptable mechanical tolerance for standard vertical LED mounting on PCBs.

Q: What is the primary difference between these substitute parts?

A: The three parts differ only in length specification: ELM 7-6MM at 0.236", ELM 4-6MM at 0.240", and ELM 5-235 at 0.235". All other parameters—LED type, material, lead spacing, mounting height, and compliance certifications—are identical.

Q: Are there any compliance or certification differences between these parts?

A: No. All three parts carry identical ROHS3 compliance, MSL 1 rating, EAR99 export classification, and HTSUS code 3926.90.9985.

Q: Which substitute part has the best availability?

A: ELM 5-235 has the highest inventory at 20,398 units in stock, followed by ELM 4-6MM at 1,737 units.

Q: Can these parts be used interchangeably in the same PCB assembly?

A: Yes, provided the PCB design accommodates the length variations. The maximum length difference between parts is 0.005" (6.10mm for ELM 4-6MM minus 5.97mm for ELM 5-235), which is within standard mechanical tolerance for vertical LED standoff applications.

Q: What packaging format is used for these parts?

A: All three parts are supplied in bag packaging.