LED XLamp® MX-6S White SMD MX6SWT-A1-0000-000CB8 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The CreeLED MX6SWT-A1-0000-000CB8 is an XLamp® MX-6S white LED in 2-SMD gull wing surface mount packaging. This component is classified as obsolete, making identification of equivalent and substitute parts essential for ongoing production support and design updates. The XLamp® MX-6S series delivers 104 lumens at 25°C under 60mA test current with a forward voltage of 20V and 120° viewing angle. Substitution becomes necessary when original inventory is depleted or when transitioning to active product lines with comparable electrical and mechanical characteristics.

Substiute Parts

MX6SWT-A1-0000-000CB8

CreeLED, Inc.In Stock: 820MX6SWT-A1-0000-000CB8 Datasheet

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MX6AWT-A1-0000-000CB3

CreeLED, Inc.In Stock: 1110MX6AWT-A1-0000-000CB3 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the MX6SWT-A1-0000-000CB8 is evaluated based on the following critical parameters that determine functional and mechanical compatibility:

Mechanical Compatibility Parameters:

• Mounting type (Surface Mount)
• Package configuration (2-SMD, Gull Wing)
• Physical dimensions (5.00mm × 5.00mm footprint)
• Maximum seated height (1.48mm)
• Thermal resistance (5°C/W)

Electrical Compatibility Parameters:

• Color (White)
• Viewing angle (120°)
• Flux output range (100–107 lm @ 25°C)
• Lumens/Watt efficiency
• Forward voltage and current ratings

Regulatory & Supply Parameters:

• Product status (Active vs. Obsolete)
• Moisture sensitivity level (2A)
• REACH compliance status

The identified substitute part MX6AWT-A1-0000-000CB3 shares identical mechanical dimensions, thermal characteristics, and viewing angle. Both components are white LEDs in 2-SMD gull wing packages with 5.00mm × 5.00mm footprints and 1.48mm maximum height. However, the substitute operates at significantly different electrical parameters: 3.3V forward voltage at 300mA test current versus the original 20V at 60mA. The substitute is classified as Active product status, ensuring continued availability and support.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Original Part (MX6SWT-A1-0000-000CB8): The MX6SWT-A1-0000-000CB8 is obsolete and no longer in active production. Continued use is limited to existing inventory. The component is REACH Unaffected and meets MSL 2A moisture sensitivity requirements.

Substitute Part (MX6AWT-A1-0000-000CB3): The MX6AWT-A1-0000-000CB3 is classified as Active product status, ensuring long-term availability and supply chain continuity. This substitute is RoHS Compliant, providing enhanced regulatory alignment. The substitute maintains identical mechanical compatibility and viewing angle characteristics. However, the electrical operating parameters differ substantially: the substitute requires 3.3V at 300mA versus the original 20V at 60mA. Circuit redesign is necessary to accommodate these voltage and current differences. The substitute delivers improved lumens/watt efficiency (105 lm/W versus 87 lm/W), resulting in lower power consumption for equivalent light output.

Selection of the substitute part requires circuit-level modifications to the power supply and current-limiting circuitry. Direct pin-for-pin replacement without electrical redesign will result in component failure.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the MX6AWT-A1-0000-000CB3 be used as a direct replacement for the MX6SWT-A1-0000-000CB8?

A: No. While both components share identical mechanical dimensions, footprint, and viewing angle, the electrical parameters are fundamentally different. The original part operates at 20V/60mA, while the substitute operates at 3.3V/300mA. Direct substitution without circuit redesign will damage the component. Power supply and current-limiting circuitry must be modified to accommodate the substitute's electrical requirements.

Q: Are the physical packages compatible?

A: Yes. Both components use 2-SMD gull wing surface mount packaging with 5.00mm × 5.00mm footprints and 1.48mm maximum seated height. PCB layout and pick-and-place equipment settings remain unchanged. The substitute features an exposed pad variant, which may provide improved thermal performance in high-power applications.

Q: What is the difference between the XLamp® MX-6S and XLamp® MX-6 series?

A: The MX-6S and MX-6 are distinct product lines within CreeLED's XLamp® portfolio. The MX-6S operates at higher forward voltage (20V) with lower test current (60mA), while the MX-6 operates at lower forward voltage (3.3V) with higher test current (300mA). Both deliver equivalent luminous flux (104 lm) but are designed for different circuit topologies and power delivery architectures.

Q: Is the substitute part RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. The MX6AWT-A1-0000-000CB3 is RoHS Compliant. The original MX6SWT-A1-0000-000CB8 RoHS status is not specified in the available data.

Q: What are the moisture sensitivity requirements for both parts?

A: Both components are classified as MSL 2A (4 Weeks), indicating identical moisture sensitivity levels. Storage and handling procedures remain unchanged between the original and substitute parts.

Q: Does the substitute offer any performance advantages?

A: The substitute delivers improved lumens/watt efficiency (105 lm/W versus 87 lm/W), resulting in lower power consumption for equivalent light output. This efficiency improvement reduces thermal load and power dissipation in the circuit.