MPC5GDW6 LED Panel Indicator - Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The MPC5GDW6 is a green diffused LED panel indicator manufactured by Bivar Inc., designed for applications requiring a 5mm T-1 3/4 lens form factor with wire lead termination. This component features a 2.2V forward voltage, 30mA maximum current rating, and 25mcd luminous intensity with a 568nm peak wavelength. The MPC5GDW6 is classified as obsolete, necessitating identification of active equivalent parts for new designs and ongoing production requirements. Substitute parts must maintain compatibility across optical, electrical, and mechanical parameters while meeting current product availability and compliance standards.

Substiute Parts

MPC5GDW6

Bivar Inc.In Stock: 1274MPC5GDW6 Datasheet

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MPC5GD

Bivar Inc.In Stock: 1341MPC5GD Datasheet

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MPC5GDW6.0

Bivar Inc.In Stock: 902MPC5GDW6.0 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the MPC5GDW6 is determined by strict alignment across the following critical parameters:

Optical Compatibility Requirements:

• Lens size must be 5mm, T-1 3/4 form factor
• Lens color must be green
• Lens transparency must be diffused
• Wavelength peak must be 568nm
• Viewing angle must be 45°
• Millicandela rating must be 25mcd

Mechanical Compatibility Requirements:

• Panel cutout shape must be round
• Panel cutout dimensions must be 0.32" (8.13mm)
• Lens style must be round with domed top

Electrical Compatibility Requirements:

• Forward voltage (Vf) tolerance: 2.1V to 2.2V
• Maximum current (If) must support 20mA minimum to 30mA maximum
• Moisture sensitivity level must be 1 (Unlimited)

Termination Consideration: The MPC5GDW6 uses wire leads (6" length). Substitutes may employ either wire leads or PC pin termination, provided the mechanical and optical parameters remain identical. Termination style selection depends on assembly methodology rather than functional equivalence.

Product Status: While the MPC5GDW6 is obsolete, active substitute parts ensure design continuity and supply chain reliability.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

MPC5GD Selection Criteria: The MPC5GD is an active product with ROHS3 compliance and REACH unaffected status. This part maintains all optical and mechanical parameters identical to the MPC5GDW6. The primary difference is termination style: MPC5GD uses PC pin termination rather than wire leads. Forward voltage is 2.1V (0.1V lower than the main part), and maximum current remains 30mA. Selection of MPC5GD is appropriate for PCB-mounted applications where PC pin termination is compatible with assembly processes. The lower forward voltage requires minimal adjustment to current-limiting resistor calculations.

MPC5GDW6.0 Selection Criteria: The MPC5GDW6.0 is an active product with ROHS3 compliance. This part preserves the wire lead termination of the original MPC5GDW6, maintaining identical assembly compatibility. Forward voltage is 2.1V, and maximum current is reduced to 20mA. The MPC5GDW6.0 is suitable for applications where wire lead termination is required and where the 20mA maximum current specification aligns with circuit design parameters. The lower current rating may reduce power consumption in current-limited applications.

Compliance Considerations: Both substitute parts carry ROHS3 compliance certification, ensuring environmental and regulatory alignment with modern manufacturing standards. The MPC5GD additionally carries REACH unaffected status. Both parts maintain EAR99 export classification and HTSUS code 8541.41.0000, consistent with the original part.

Voltage and Current Trade-offs: The 0.1V reduction in forward voltage across both substitutes (from 2.2V to 2.1V) is within typical LED manufacturing tolerance and requires only minor resistor value adjustment. The MPC5GDW6.0 current reduction to 20mA should be evaluated against circuit design requirements; if the application demands 30mA operation, MPC5GD with PC pin termination is the preferred alternative.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can MPC5GD replace MPC5GDW6 in existing designs? A: MPC5GD is optically and electrically equivalent to MPC5GDW6 but uses PC pin termination instead of wire leads. Substitution is feasible only if the PCB assembly process supports PC pin mounting. If wire lead termination is required, MPC5GDW6.0 is the appropriate substitute.

Q: What is the impact of the 0.1V forward voltage difference between MPC5GDW6 (2.2V) and the substitutes (2.1V)? A: The 0.1V difference is within standard LED manufacturing tolerance. In series current-limiting resistor circuits, this requires recalculation of the resistor value using Ohm's law: R = (Vsupply - Vf) / If. For typical 5V supply circuits, the resistor value change is approximately 5 ohms, which is negligible in most applications.

Q: Does MPC5GDW6.0 with 20mA maximum current limit affect brightness? A: Brightness is determined by the millicandela rating (25mcd for all three parts), not by maximum current specification. The 20mA maximum current on MPC5GDW6.0 is a design specification; the part can operate at lower currents without brightness degradation if the circuit design permits. If the application requires 30mA operation, MPC5GD is the appropriate choice.

Q: Are there mechanical differences between wire lead and PC pin termination? A: No mechanical differences exist in lens size, panel cutout dimensions, or optical characteristics. The difference is assembly methodology: wire leads are suitable for panel-mount applications with manual or automated wire insertion, while PC pins are designed for PCB-mounted applications with solder reflow processes.

Q: What is the significance of ROHS3 compliance on the substitute parts? A: ROHS3 compliance certifies that the parts meet Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive requirements, restricting lead, cadmium, mercury, and other hazardous materials. This is a regulatory requirement for products sold in the European Union and many other markets. Both substitute parts carry this certification, ensuring regulatory alignment.

Q: Can MPC5GDW6.0 be used in applications originally designed for MPC5GDW6? A: Yes, MPC5GDW6.0 is a direct substitute for MPC5GDW6 in wire lead applications. The 0.1V forward voltage difference and 20mA maximum current specification require circuit evaluation, but optical and mechanical compatibility is complete. If the circuit design operates the LED at currents below 20mA, MPC5GDW6.0 is fully compatible.

Q: What inventory status should influence part selection? A: MPC5GDW6 has 1194 pieces in stock but is obsolete. MPC5GD has 1244 pieces in stock and is active. MPC5GDW6.0 has 842 pieces in stock and is active. For new designs, active parts (MPC5GD or MPC5GDW6.0) are preferred to ensure long-term supply chain reliability. For legacy system maintenance, MPC5GDW6 stock may be available but should be evaluated against substitute availability.

Q: Are there any differences in moisture sensitivity or environmental ratings? A: All three parts carry MSL 1 (Unlimited) moisture sensitivity level, indicating no special moisture handling requirements during storage or assembly. No ingress protection specifications are provided for any part, indicating these are standard indoor-use components.