Equivalent & Substitute Parts for H-280C LED Holder

Part Overview

The H-280C is an active T1 LED standoff holder manufactured by Bivar Inc., designed for right-angle mounting applications with 3mm LED compatibility. This component is a black nylon standoff measuring 0.386" (9.80mm) in length, suitable for through-hole PCB assembly. The part is ROHS3 compliant and carries MSL Level 1 (unlimited moisture sensitivity rating).

Substitute parts are identified when equivalent electrical and mechanical parameters align with the original specification, enabling direct functional replacement in circuit designs without performance degradation.

Substiute Parts

H-280C

Bivar Inc.In Stock: 923H-280C Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

ELM 5-390

Bivar Inc.In Stock: 2282ELM 5-390 Datasheet

Parametric EquivalentRFQ

H-201C

Bivar Inc.In Stock: 63137H-201C Datasheet

Parametric EquivalentRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the H-280C is determined by the following critical parameters:

Primary Compatibility Criteria:

• LED type designation (T1)
• Color specification (Black)
• Mounting orientation (right-angle configuration)
• Length tolerance range (0.380" to 0.390")
• Material compatibility (Nylon or PVC)
• RoHS3 compliance status
• MSL Level 1 rating

The identified substitute parts (H-201C and ELM 5-390) share the same LED type, color, orientation, and compliance certifications. Length variations fall within acceptable mechanical tolerance for PCB mounting applications. Material differences (Nylon vs. PVC) do not affect electrical performance or mechanical fit for standard through-hole assembly.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

H-201C Substitution: H-201C is an active equivalent with identical nylon material composition and manufacturer origin. Length specification of 0.380" (9.65mm) represents a 0.006" (0.15mm) reduction from the H-280C nominal dimension. Both parts carry ROHS3 compliance and MSL Level 1 certification. This substitute is suitable for applications where the reduced standoff height is mechanically acceptable within PCB design constraints.

ELM 5-390 Substitution: ELM 5-390 is an active equivalent with PVC material composition instead of nylon. Length specification of 0.390" (9.91mm) represents a 0.004" (0.11mm) increase from the H-280C nominal dimension. Both parts carry ROHS3 compliance and MSL Level 1 certification. This substitute is suitable for applications where PVC material properties are compatible with the assembly environment and mechanical tolerance stack-up permits the increased standoff height.

All three parts share identical export classification (EAR99) and tariff coding (3926.90.9985), indicating equivalent regulatory treatment.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: What determines if a part can substitute for the H-280C?

A: Substitution is valid when the alternative part maintains T1 LED type compatibility, black color specification, right-angle mounting orientation, length within the 0.380" to 0.390" range, ROHS3 compliance, and MSL Level 1 rating. All identified substitutes meet these criteria.

Q: Does material difference between nylon and PVC affect compatibility?

A: Material composition does not affect electrical performance or mechanical fit for standard through-hole PCB assembly. Selection between nylon (H-280C, H-201C) and PVC (ELM 5-390) depends on environmental exposure, temperature requirements, and chemical compatibility specific to the application environment.

Q: How significant is the length variation between substitute parts?

A: Length variations range from 0.380" to 0.390", representing a total tolerance band of 0.010" (0.25mm). These variations are within standard mechanical tolerances for LED standoff applications. PCB design must accommodate the specific standoff height selected to ensure proper LED positioning and solder joint formation.

Q: Are all substitute parts currently in active production?

A: Yes. H-280C, H-201C, and ELM 5-390 all carry active product status with Bivar Inc., indicating current manufacturing availability and ongoing supply chain support.

Q: Do substitute parts carry identical compliance certifications?

A: All three parts are ROHS3 compliant with MSL Level 1 (unlimited) moisture sensitivity rating. Export classification (EAR99) and tariff coding (3926.90.9985) are identical across all parts, confirming equivalent regulatory treatment.