MV60538MP6 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The MV60538MP6 is a circuit board indicator LED manufactured by onsemi, featuring a single red diffused lens in a 5mm T-1 3/4 through-hole right-angle package. This component is designed for applications requiring visual status indication with a 1.7V forward voltage and 20mA operating current. The product is currently obsolete, making identification of compatible substitute parts essential for ongoing system support and component procurement.

Substiute Parts

MV60538MP6

onsemiIn Stock: 835MV60538MP6 Datasheet

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5500405F

DialightIn Stock: 27995500405F Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the MV60538MP6 is based on the following critical parameters that must align for functional compatibility:

Mandatory Matching Parameters:

• Color: Red
• Configuration: Single
• Current Rating: 20mA
• Lens Size: 5mm, T-1 3/4
• Lens Style: Round with Domed Top
• Mounting Type: Through Hole, Right Angle

Allowable Variation Parameters:

• Voltage Rating: Forward voltage may vary within typical LED operating ranges (1.7V to 2V acceptable for series resistor adjustment)
• Millicandela Rating: Brightness variation acceptable based on application requirements
• Viewing Angle: Minor variations acceptable (60° to 65°)
• Lens Type: Diffused variants acceptable

The substitute part 5500405F from Dialight meets all mandatory matching criteria while maintaining functional equivalence in standard indicator applications.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The 5500405F from Dialight serves as a direct functional substitute for the obsolete MV60538MP6. Both components share identical mechanical form factors, mounting configurations, and electrical current specifications. The Dialight part is currently in active production status, ensuring long-term availability for component procurement.

The primary differences are forward voltage (1.7V versus 2V) and brightness output (2mcd versus 12.3mcd). These variations are accommodated through standard series resistor adjustment in typical indicator circuit designs. The higher brightness of the substitute part provides improved visibility without requiring circuit topology changes.

Both components maintain equivalent compliance certifications, including REACH Unaffected status and EAR99 export classification, supporting use in regulated applications.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the 5500405F directly replace the MV60538MP6 without circuit modifications?

A: The 5500405F is mechanically and functionally compatible for direct board-level substitution. The forward voltage difference (0.3V) is managed through existing series resistor networks in standard indicator circuits. No topology changes are required.

Q: What is the impact of the brightness difference between these parts?

A: The 5500405F provides 12.3mcd compared to the MV60538MP6's 2mcd. This increased brightness is suitable for applications requiring enhanced visibility. If reduced brightness is necessary, circuit current can be limited through resistor adjustment while maintaining the 20mA rated specification.

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

A: Both components share identical REACH and ECCN classifications. No additional compliance documentation or qualification is required when substituting between these parts.

Q: What is the viewing angle difference impact?

A: The MV60538MP6 offers 65° viewing angle versus the 5500405F's 60°. This 5° difference is negligible in typical indicator applications and does not affect functional performance in standard mounting orientations.

Q: Is the 5500405F available in the same packaging format?

A: Yes. Both components use identical 5mm T-1 3/4 through-hole right-angle packages. PCB layout and mounting hole spacing are identical, enabling direct mechanical substitution.