XMLCTW-A0-0000-00C2AAAB1 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The XMLCTW-A0-0000-00C2AAAB1 is a CreeLED XLamp® XM-L RGBW surface mount LED featuring integrated red, green, blue, and neutral white emitters in a 2020 (5050 metric) package. This part is classified as obsolete, necessitating identification of active equivalent alternatives that maintain functional compatibility for new designs and production continuity.

Substiute Parts

XMLCTW-A0-0000-00C2AAAB1

CreeLED, Inc.In Stock: 896XMLCTW-A0-0000-00C2AAAB1 Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

XMLDCL-00-0000-00C4AAAB1

CreeLED, Inc.In Stock: 1018XMLDCL-00-0000-00C4AAAB1 Datasheet

MFR RecommendedRFQ

XMLDCL-00-0000-00C4AAAE5

CreeLED, Inc.In Stock: 1078XMLDCL-00-0000-00C4AAAE5 Datasheet

MFR RecommendedRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the XMLCTW-A0-0000-00C2AAAB1 is based on the following criteria:

Mandatory Compatibility Parameters:

• Color configuration: Red, Green, Blue, White - Neutral (RGBW)
• Wavelength specification: 625nm Red, 528nm Green, 458nm Blue, 4000K White
• Package / Case: 2020 (5050 Metric)
• Mounting type: Surface Mount
• Test current: 350mA per color channel
• Physical dimensions: 5.00mm x 5.00mm footprint, 3.15mm maximum seated height

Identified Substitutes:

The XMLDCL-00-0000-00C4AAAB1 and XMLDCL-00-0000-00C4AAAE5 are direct functional equivalents. Both are CreeLED XLamp® XM-L® Gen 2 devices that maintain identical color configuration, wavelength specification, package geometry, and test current ratings. These parts represent the active generation replacement for the obsolete XMLCTW series.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Both XMLDCL substitute parts are active products from CreeLED and maintain full RoHS compliance. The XMLDCL-00-0000-00C4AAAB1 and XMLDCL-00-0000-00C4AAAE5 are functionally equivalent for PCB layout and mechanical integration, sharing identical package geometry and mounting footprint with the obsolete XMLCTW-A0-0000-00C2AAAB1.

The XLamp® XM-L® Gen 2 architecture provides improved thermal performance (0.8°C/W versus 4.6°C/W) and higher maximum current ratings (1.75A versus 1A per channel). Forward voltage characteristics are reduced across all color channels in the Gen 2 devices, resulting in lower power dissipation at the 350mA test current.

For new designs and production continuity, either XMLDCL substitute part is suitable. Selection between XMLDCL-00-0000-00C4AAAB1 and XMLDCL-00-0000-00C4AAAE5 depends on white channel luminous flux requirements, with the latter providing 145lm versus 130lm at test current.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can XMLDCL parts be used as direct drop-in replacements for XMLCTW-A0-0000-00C2AAAB1?

A: Yes. Both XMLDCL substitute parts maintain identical package geometry (2020/5050 metric), footprint dimensions (5.00mm x 5.00mm), seated height (3.15mm maximum), and test current specifications (350mA per color channel). PCB layouts designed for XMLCTW will accommodate XMLDCL devices without modification.

Q: What are the key differences between XMLCTW and XMLDCL devices?

A: The XMLDCL represents the Gen 2 evolution of the XLamp® XM-L platform. Key differences include reduced forward voltage across all color channels, higher maximum current ratings (1.75A versus 1A), improved thermal resistance (0.8°C/W versus 4.6°C/W), and enhanced luminous efficiency. Color wavelengths and package specifications remain identical.

Q: How do XMLDCL-00-0000-00C4AAAB1 and XMLDCL-00-0000-00C4AAAE5 differ?

A: Both parts are XLamp® XM-L® Gen 2 devices with identical electrical and thermal characteristics. The primary difference is white channel luminous flux: XMLDCL-00-0000-00C4AAAE5 delivers 145lm white output versus 130lm for XMLDCL-00-0000-00C4AAAB1 at 350mA test current.

Q: Are there viewing angle considerations for substitution?

A: The XMLCTW-A0-0000-00C2AAAB1 specifies 130° viewing angle, while both XMLDCL substitutes specify 120°. This represents a narrower beam profile in the Gen 2 devices. Applications requiring the full 130° field of view should evaluate this parameter against specific optical requirements.

Q: What is the impact of improved thermal resistance in XMLDCL devices?

A: The reduction from 4.6°C/W to 0.8°C/W thermal resistance in XMLDCL devices results in lower junction temperature rise for equivalent power dissipation. This enables higher sustained current operation and improved reliability in thermally constrained applications.

Q: Are packaging options different between XMLCTW and XMLDCL?

A: The XMLCTW-A0-0000-00C2AAAB1 is supplied in standard packaging. Both XMLDCL substitutes are supplied in Tape & Reel (TR) format, which is standard for high-volume production. The physical component remains identical; only the delivery format differs.