MLBAWT-A1-0000-000WA1 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The MLBAWT-A1-0000-000WA1 is a CreeLED XLamp® ML-B series surface mount LED designed for cool white lighting applications at 5000K color temperature. This active product delivers 27 lumens at 80mA test current with a forward voltage of 3.3V and 120° viewing angle in a compact 4-SMD J-Lead package with exposed pad. Finding equivalent substitute parts is necessary to ensure design flexibility, manage supply chain continuity, and maintain component availability across production cycles.

Substiute Parts

MLBAWT-A1-0000-000WA1

CreeLED, Inc.In Stock: 1206MLBAWT-A1-0000-000WA1 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

MLBAWT-A1-0000-000WE3

CreeLED, Inc.In Stock: 18220MLBAWT-A1-0000-000WE3 Datasheet

Parametric EquivalentRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the MLBAWT-A1-0000-000WA1 is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

Color and correlated color temperature (5000K cool white) must match exactly. Forward voltage (3.3V typical) and test current (80mA) define the electrical operating point and must be identical. Luminous flux specification (27lm at 25°C, 80mA) establishes the light output requirement. Package configuration (4-SMD, J-Lead Exposed Pad) and physical dimensions (4.60mm x 3.15mm, 1.33mm max height) ensure mechanical and thermal compatibility with PCB layouts and thermal management designs. Viewing angle (120°) and thermal resistance (25°C/W) are fixed design parameters that cannot vary. Compliance certifications (RoHS, REACH) and moisture sensitivity level (2A) must remain consistent.

The MLBAWT-A1-0000-000WE3 qualifies as a parametric equivalent because it maintains identical specifications across all these critical parameters while remaining within the same XLamp® ML-B product family.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Both the MLBAWT-A1-0000-000WA1 and MLBAWT-A1-0000-000WE3 are active products from CreeLED with identical electrical, optical, and mechanical specifications. Both parts carry RoHS compliance and REACH unaffected status, meeting regulatory requirements for industrial and commercial lighting applications. The MSL 2A rating (4 weeks) applies to both parts, requiring equivalent moisture control during storage and handling.

Selection between these parts should be based on supply chain availability and inventory status. The MLBAWT-A1-0000-000WE3 currently maintains higher inventory (18,181 pieces) compared to the MLBAWT-A1-0000-000WA1 (1,097 pieces), making it the preferred choice for production continuity when supply constraints exist.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can MLBAWT-A1-0000-000WE3 be used as a direct replacement for MLBAWT-A1-0000-000WA1?

A: Yes. Both parts are parametric equivalents with identical electrical characteristics (3.3V forward voltage, 80mA test current), optical output (27 lumens at 5000K), mechanical package (4-SMD J-Lead, 4.60mm x 3.15mm), and compliance certifications. No circuit modifications or PCB layout changes are required.

Q: Are there differences in thermal performance between these parts?

A: No. Both parts specify identical thermal resistance of 25°C/W, ensuring equivalent heat dissipation performance in the same thermal management design.

Q: What is the significance of the different part number suffixes (WA1 vs WE3)?

A: The suffix variation indicates different manufacturing batches or production runs within the same XLamp® ML-B product line. The suffixes do not reflect changes to electrical, optical, or mechanical specifications.

Q: Do both parts require the same moisture handling procedures?

A: Yes. Both parts carry MSL 2A rating (4 weeks), requiring identical moisture sensitivity precautions during storage, handling, and assembly processes.

Q: Can these parts be mixed in the same production batch?

A: Yes. Since both parts are parametric equivalents with identical specifications, they can be used interchangeably within the same design without affecting performance or reliability.