PM3GDLW6 LED Panel Indicator - Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The PM3GDLW6 is a 3mm LED panel indicator manufactured by Bivar Inc., designed for panel-mount applications with green diffused lens and 6-inch wire leads. This component operates at 2.1V with a maximum current rating of 7mA and delivers 2 millicandela of light output at a 40° viewing angle.

The PM3GDLW6 carries an obsolete product status. Identification of compatible substitute parts is necessary to ensure continued availability for maintenance, repair, and legacy system support. Substitutes must maintain mechanical compatibility with the 0.16" (4.06mm) round panel cutout and equivalent electrical performance within specified parameters.

Substiute Parts

PM3GDLW6

Bivar Inc.In Stock: 1067PM3GDLW6 Datasheet

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PM3GDLW6.0

Bivar Inc.In Stock: 1160PM3GDLW6.0 Datasheet

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5580501007F

DialightIn Stock: 13075580501007F Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the PM3GDLW6 are evaluated based on the following critical parameters that determine mechanical and electrical compatibility:

Mandatory Compatibility Parameters:

• Panel Cutout Shape: Round
• Panel Cutout Dimensions: 0.16" (4.06mm)
• Lens Size: 3mm, T-1
• Lens Style: Round with Domed Top
• Voltage (Vf Typ): 2.1V
• Lamp Color: Green
• Termination Style: Wire Leads

Performance Parameters (Within Allowable Range):

• Current (If Max): 7mA or higher acceptable
• Lens Transparency: Diffused acceptable
• Viewing Angle: 40° or wider acceptable
• Millicandela Rating: 2mcd or higher acceptable

The substitutes identified maintain the core mechanical interface and electrical baseline voltage, ensuring direct replacement capability in panel-mount circuits. Variations in current capacity and light output represent equal or superior performance.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

PM3GDLW6.0 (Bivar Inc.)

PM3GDLW6.0 is the primary substitute for the obsolete PM3GDLW6. This part carries Active product status and maintains identical electrical and mechanical specifications, including voltage, current rating, lens characteristics, and panel cutout dimensions. PM3GDLW6.0 is ROHS3 compliant and provides direct replacement capability without circuit modification. The Bag packaging option is suitable for standard component procurement workflows.

5580501007F (Dialight)

5580501007F is an alternative substitute from Dialight, suitable for applications where increased light output is acceptable or beneficial. This part maintains the required 0.16" (4.06mm) panel cutout, identical voltage rating, and compatible lens geometry. The 40mA current rating and 70mcd light output represent enhanced electrical and optical performance compared to the original specification. The longer 14-inch wire lead length requires consideration in layout planning. This component is ROHS3 compliant and carries Active product status. The clear lens transparency differs from the original diffused lens but maintains the same green wavelength range (565nm vs. 568nm).

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can PM3GDLW6.0 be used as a direct replacement for PM3GDLW6?

A: Yes. PM3GDLW6.0 maintains identical voltage, current, lens size, panel cutout dimensions, and wire lead length specifications. No circuit modifications are required.

Q: What is the primary difference between PM3GDLW6.0 and 5580501007F?

A: PM3GDLW6.0 matches the original specifications precisely. The Dialight 5580501007F provides higher current capacity (40mA vs. 7mA) and significantly greater light output (70mcd vs. 2mcd). Additionally, 5580501007F features a clear lens instead of diffused and supplies 14-inch wire leads instead of 6-inch.

Q: Is the 5580501007F substitute suitable for all applications?

A: 5580501007F maintains the required panel cutout compatibility and identical operating voltage. The increased current rating and light output are typically acceptable in existing circuits. However, the extended 14-inch wire lead length and clear lens transparency must be evaluated against layout and visual appearance requirements.

Q: Are both substitutes RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. Both PM3GDLW6.0 and 5580501007F are ROHS3 compliant, meeting environmental and regulatory standards equivalent to the original component.

Q: Does lead length affect substitution suitability?

A: Wire lead length affects layout planning and routing within the panel assembly. PM3GDLW6.0 maintains the original 6-inch length. The 5580501007F provides 14-inch leads, which may require repositioning of the component within the panel cavity or wiring harness design modifications.

Q: How does lens transparency affect performance?

A: The original PM3GDLW6 uses a diffused lens for dispersed light distribution. The Dialight 5580501007F employs a clear lens, concentrating light output more directly. This difference impacts visual appearance and viewing angle distribution characteristics in the final application.