SMP6-RC LED Red Clear 6PLCC SMD Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The SMP6-RC is a red 626nm LED indication component manufactured by Bivar Inc., configured as a discrete 2.2V 6-SMD with J-Lead package. This surface mount device features a 4.00mm diameter round lens with flat top and delivers 1350 millicandela at 60mA test current with a 140° viewing angle.

The SMP6-RC is classified as obsolete. Locating equivalent substitute parts is necessary to maintain design continuity, ensure supply chain availability, and support ongoing production requirements for applications utilizing this LED specification.

Substiute Parts

SMP6-RC

Bivar Inc.In Stock: 1036SMP6-RC Datasheet

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SMTL6-RC

Bivar Inc.In Stock: 2900SMTL6-RC Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

The SMTL6-RC qualifies as a direct substitute for the SMP6-RC based on the following alignment of critical parameters:

Matching Parameters:

• Manufacturer: Bivar Inc.
• Color: Red
• Wavelength - Dominant: 626nm
• Lens Size: 4.00mm Dia
• Lens Style: Round with Flat Top
• Lens Transparency: Clear
• Millicandela Rating: 1350mcd
• Current - Test: 60mA
• Viewing Angle: 140°
• Mounting Type: Surface Mount
• Package / Case: 6-SMD, J-Lead
• Supplier Device Package: 6-PLCC
• Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL): 4 (72 Hours)

Allowable Variation:

• Voltage - Forward (Vf): SMP6-RC operates at 2.2V typical; SMTL6-RC operates at 1.8V typical. This 0.4V reduction is within acceptable substitution parameters for red LED indication applications and represents improved efficiency characteristics.

The SMTL6-RC is classified as active product status with current manufacturing availability, providing supply continuity for the obsolete SMP6-RC.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The SMTL6-RC is the direct substitute for the obsolete SMP6-RC. Selection of the SMTL6-RC is supported by the following factors:

Product Status: The SMTL6-RC maintains active manufacturing status with current production availability, eliminating supply chain risk associated with the obsolete SMP6-RC.

Compliance & Certifications: The SMTL6-RC is ROHS3 compliant and REACH unaffected, meeting current regulatory requirements for electronic component procurement. Both parts share identical ECCN (EAR99) and HTSUS (8541.41.0000) classifications.

Electrical Compatibility: The SMTL6-RC operates at 1.8V forward voltage compared to the SMP6-RC at 2.2V. This 0.4V reduction maintains full functional equivalence for red LED indication applications while providing improved power efficiency. All other electrical parameters—millicandela rating, test current, and viewing angle—are identical.

Mechanical Compatibility: Both components utilize identical 6-SMD J-Lead packaging with 6-PLCC supplier device package designation. Dimensional variations (5.40mm L x 5.00mm W for SMTL6-RC versus 5.00mm L x 5.00mm W for SMP6-RC, and 1.60mm maximum height versus 1.50mm) are within acceptable PCB layout tolerances for surface mount assembly.

Moisture Sensitivity: Both parts maintain MSL 4 (72 Hours) classification, requiring identical handling and storage protocols.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the SMTL6-RC directly replace the SMP6-RC in existing designs?

A: Yes. The SMTL6-RC is a direct substitute. Both components share identical optical characteristics (1350mcd, 626nm wavelength, 140° viewing angle, 4.00mm clear round lens), identical mounting type (surface mount 6-SMD J-Lead), and identical package designation (6-PLCC). The forward voltage difference (1.8V versus 2.2V) does not prevent direct substitution and represents improved efficiency.

Q: What is the significance of the forward voltage difference between these parts?

A: The SMTL6-RC operates at 1.8V typical forward voltage while the SMP6-RC operates at 2.2V typical. This 0.4V reduction is characteristic of LED technology evolution and does not affect functional compatibility. Circuit designs accommodating the original 2.2V specification will operate the SMTL6-RC within normal parameters. The lower forward voltage may reduce power consumption in the application.

Q: Are there dimensional differences that affect PCB layout?

A: Minor dimensional variations exist. The SMTL6-RC measures 5.40mm L x 5.00mm W with 1.60mm maximum height, compared to the SMP6-RC at 5.00mm L x 5.00mm W with 1.50mm maximum height. These differences (0.40mm length increase, 0.10mm height increase) are within standard PCB layout tolerances for surface mount components and do not require design modification.

Q: Do both parts require identical handling and storage procedures?

A: Yes. Both the SMP6-RC and SMTL6-RC maintain MSL 4 (72 Hours) moisture sensitivity level classification. Identical moisture control, storage temperature, and handling protocols apply to both components.

Q: What compliance certifications apply to the SMTL6-RC?

A: The SMTL6-RC is ROHS3 compliant and REACH unaffected. Both parts share EAR99 ECCN and 8541.41.0000 HTSUS classifications, ensuring regulatory alignment for procurement and export purposes.

Q: Why is the SMP6-RC classified as obsolete?

A: The SMP6-RC is no longer in active production. The SMTL6-RC represents the current active equivalent from Bivar Inc., providing continued access to this LED specification with improved availability and compliance status.