GL100MN0MP1 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The GL100MN0MP1 is an infrared (IR) emitter operating at 940nm wavelength, designed for surface mount applications requiring 50mA maximum forward current and 1.2V typical forward voltage. This component is classified as Active product status with full RoHS compliance and MSL Level 1 rating, indicating broad compatibility with standard manufacturing environments. Substitute parts are identified when equivalent electrical performance, wavelength specification, and package compatibility align with the original component's functional requirements.

Substiute Parts

GL100MN0MP1

SHARP/Socle TechnologyIn Stock: 17475GL100MN0MP1 Datasheet

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IR42-21C/TR8

Everlight Electronics Co LtdIn Stock: 191824IR42-21C/TR8 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the GL100MN0MP1 are qualified based on the following critical parameters:

• Wavelength Match: 940nm (exact specification required for IR receiver compatibility)
• Package Compatibility: 2-SMD, No Lead surface mount configuration
• Forward Voltage: 1.2V typical (ensures circuit compatibility without redesign)
• Mounting Type: Surface mount (maintains PCB assembly process compatibility)
• Product Status: Active (ensures ongoing availability and support)
• Compliance: RoHS compliance required for regulated applications

The IR42-21C/TR8 meets these substitution criteria. While it specifies higher maximum forward current (65mA vs. 50mA) and wider viewing angle (30° vs. 20°), these parameters represent enhanced or equivalent performance within the same functional category. The component operates at identical wavelength and forward voltage, uses the same package type, and maintains active product status with appropriate compliance certifications.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Both GL100MN0MP1 and IR42-21C/TR8 are Active product status components with full RoHS compliance, ensuring regulatory acceptance and manufacturing process compatibility. The GL100MN0MP1 offers MSL Level 1 rating, providing unlimited shelf life stability without moisture bake-out requirements. The IR42-21C/TR8 specifies MSL Level 3, requiring 168-hour moisture bake-out procedures before assembly in humid environments.

Selection between these components depends on supply chain availability and manufacturing process constraints. The GL100MN0MP1 is preferred when unlimited moisture storage is required or when forward current specification must not exceed 50mA. The IR42-21C/TR8 is suitable for applications where higher forward current capability (65mA) provides design margin and where moisture control procedures are established in the manufacturing environment.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can IR42-21C/TR8 directly replace GL100MN0MP1 in existing designs?

A: Yes, for most applications. Both components share identical wavelength (940nm), forward voltage (1.2V), and package configuration (2-SMD, No Lead). The IR42-21C/TR8 specifies higher maximum forward current (65mA) and wider viewing angle (30°), which do not create incompatibility. Verify that your circuit design does not depend on the narrower 20° viewing angle specification of the original component.

Q: What is the impact of MSL Level 3 versus MSL Level 1?

A: MSL Level 1 components (GL100MN0MP1) have unlimited shelf life and require no moisture conditioning before assembly. MSL Level 3 components (IR42-21C/TR8) must be baked at specified temperature and humidity conditions for 168 hours before PCB assembly if storage conditions exceed defined moisture limits. This affects manufacturing logistics but does not impact electrical performance.

Q: Are both components suitable for -30°C operating temperature applications?

A: The GL100MN0MP1 specifies -30°C minimum operating temperature. The IR42-21C/TR8 specifies -25°C minimum operating temperature. For applications requiring operation below -25°C, the GL100MN0MP1 is the appropriate selection.

Q: Do packaging differences affect assembly compatibility?

A: Both components use 2-SMD, No Lead surface mount packages. The GL100MN0MP1 is supplied in standard packaging, while IR42-21C/TR8 is supplied in Tape & Reel (TR) format. This affects component handling and pick-and-place equipment compatibility but does not affect the mounted component performance or PCB layout.

Q: What compliance certifications apply to both components?

A: Both components are RoHS compliant. GL100MN0MP1 carries RoHS Compliant certification. IR42-21C/TR8 carries ROHS3 Compliant certification and REACH Unaffected status, providing broader regulatory coverage for international applications.