NTM-160 LED Standoff Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The NTM-160 is a T1/T1 3/4 LED standoff manufactured by Bivar Inc., constructed from black nylon with a 0.160" (4.06mm) vertical height. This component is designed for vertical mounting applications requiring precise LED positioning and alignment in electronic assemblies. The part maintains Active product status and is RoHS3 compliant, making it suitable for current production environments. Equivalent substitute parts may be required due to supply chain considerations, inventory availability, or specific procurement requirements while maintaining functional and mechanical compatibility.

Substiute Parts

NTM-160

Bivar Inc.In Stock: 927NTM-160 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

705820040

Würth ElektronikIn Stock: 6253705820040 Datasheet

Parametric EquivalentRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the NTM-160 are identified based on strict parametric equivalence within the following criteria:

Primary Matching Parameters:

• LED Type: T1 or T1 3/4 compatibility
• Material: Nylon construction
• Color: Black
• Length: 0.160" ± 0.003" (4.06mm ± 0.08mm tolerance range for mechanical fit)
• Mounting Orientation: Vertical
• RoHS Compliance: ROHS3 or equivalent

Secondary Compatibility Factors:

• Packaging format (Bag)
• ECCN classification (EAR99)
• HTSUS commodity code alignment

The substitute part 705820040 from Würth Elektronik meets all primary matching parameters with a length of 0.157" (4.00mm), which falls within acceptable mechanical tolerance for vertical LED standoff applications.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

NTM-160 (Bivar Inc.) is the primary specification part with Active product status and established supply chain presence (876 Pcs in stock). This part is the preferred selection for new designs and ongoing production.

705820040 (Würth Elektronik) is a parametrically equivalent substitute with Active product status and higher inventory availability (6205 Pcs in stock). This part is suitable for direct substitution in existing designs where the 0.06mm length variance (0.157" vs. 0.160") is within assembly tolerances. Both parts maintain identical RoHS3 compliance, ECCN classification, and HTSUS coding, ensuring regulatory and trade compliance equivalence.

Selection between these parts should be based on:

• Procurement lead time requirements
• Inventory availability at point of use
• Established supplier relationships
• PCB layout tolerance specifications for the 0.06mm height difference

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can 705820040 be used as a direct replacement for NTM-160 in existing assemblies?

A: Yes, 705820040 is a parametrically equivalent substitute. Both parts are T1/T1 3/4 black nylon vertical LED standoffs with RoHS3 compliance. The 0.06mm length difference (0.157" vs. 0.160") is within standard mechanical tolerances for LED standoff applications and does not affect functional compatibility.

Q: Are there any compliance differences between these parts?

A: No. Both NTM-160 and 705820040 are ROHS3 compliant, share identical ECCN (EAR99) and HTSUS (3926.90.9985) classifications, and are packaged in bags. They are equivalent from a regulatory and trade compliance perspective.

Q: What is the significance of the 0.06mm length variance?

A: The length difference between 0.160" (4.06mm) and 0.157" (4.00mm) represents a 0.06mm variance. This is within typical PCB design tolerances for vertical component spacing and does not impact LED alignment or mechanical fit for T1/T1 3/4 LED types. Verify your specific PCB clearance requirements before selection.

Q: Why would I choose one part over the other if they are equivalent?

A: Selection is driven by supply chain factors: NTM-160 is the primary specification part; 705820040 offers higher inventory availability (6205 Pcs vs. 876 Pcs). Choose based on lead time requirements, supplier availability, and cost considerations.

Q: Are both parts suitable for new product designs?

A: Yes. Both parts have Active product status and full RoHS3 compliance. Either part is acceptable for new designs. The choice depends on procurement strategy and supplier preference.

Q: What material difference exists between "Nylon" and "Nylon 66"?

A: Nylon 66 is a specific formulation of nylon with defined thermal and mechanical properties. Both materials are nylon-based and functionally equivalent for LED standoff applications. The Würth Elektronik part specifies the material grade (Nylon 66, UL94 V-2), indicating additional flame-retardant certification.