XMLCTW-A0-0000-00C3ACB02 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The XMLCTW-A0-0000-00C3ACB02 is a CreeLED XLamp® XM-L RGBW (Red, Green, Blue, White - Cool) LED in 2020 (5050 Metric) surface mount package. This part is classified as Obsolete, making identification of equivalent and substitute components essential for ongoing design support, production continuity, and system maintenance. The part delivers specified luminous output across four color channels with a 130° viewing angle and operates at test currents of 350mA per channel.

Substiute Parts

XMLCTW-A0-0000-00C3ACB02

CreeLED, Inc.In Stock: 945XMLCTW-A0-0000-00C3ACB02 Datasheet

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XMLDCL-00-0000-00C5ACB02

CreeLED, Inc.In Stock: 854XMLDCL-00-0000-00C5ACB02 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the XMLCTW-A0-0000-00C3ACB02 is determined by the following critical parameters:

• Color Configuration: RGBW (Red, Green, Blue, White - Cool) with matching wavelengths (625nm Red, 528nm Green, 458nm Blue, 6850K White)
• Package Footprint: 2020 (5050 Metric) surface mount package with identical physical dimensions (5.00mm x 5.00mm)
• Mounting Type: Surface mount technology (SMD)
• Test Current Compatibility: 350mA per channel operation
• Electrical Interface: Four independent color channels with individual forward voltage and current specifications
• Compliance: RoHS Compliant status

The XMLDCL-00-0000-00C5ACB02 qualifies as a substitute based on matching color configuration, package footprint, mounting type, and test current specifications. Both parts operate at 350mA test current per channel and share identical physical dimensions and wavelength specifications.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The XMLDCL-00-0000-00C5ACB02 is the designated substitute for the obsolete XMLCTW-A0-0000-00C3ACB02. Both parts share identical color configuration, wavelength specifications, package footprint, and test current ratings, enabling direct functional replacement in 2020 (5050 Metric) surface mount applications.

The XMLDCL-00-0000-00C5ACB02 is classified as Active product status, ensuring ongoing availability and manufacturing support. The substitute part represents an advancement within the XLamp® XM-L product family (Gen 2 variant) with improved thermal characteristics (0.8°C/W versus 4.6°C/W) and higher maximum current ratings (1.75A versus 1A per channel).

Forward voltage specifications differ across color channels. The substitute part exhibits lower typical forward voltages (Red: 2.1V, Green: 2.6V, Blue: 2.9V, White: 2.9V) compared to the original part (Red: 2.25V, Green: 3.3V, Blue: 3.1V, White: 3.1V). Circuit designs must account for these voltage differences during driver and power supply configuration.

Luminous flux output increases across most color channels in the substitute part, with the exception of the blue channel (23lm versus 27lm). Viewing angle differs slightly (120° versus 130°), which may impact optical system design in applications requiring specific beam characteristics.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the XMLDCL-00-0000-00C5ACB02 directly replace the XMLCTW-A0-0000-00C3ACB02 on existing PCBs?

A: Yes. Both parts use identical 2020 (5050 Metric) surface mount package footprints with matching physical dimensions (5.00mm x 5.00mm x 3.15mm max height). PCB layout and solder pad patterns are compatible without modification.

Q: What electrical differences exist between these parts?

A: Forward voltage specifications differ across all color channels. The substitute part operates at lower typical forward voltages. Additionally, the substitute part supports higher maximum current ratings (1.75A per channel versus 1A per channel). Driver circuits and current-limiting resistor values must be recalculated based on the substitute part's electrical specifications.

Q: Are there optical differences between these parts?

A: Yes. The substitute part has a 120° viewing angle compared to the original part's 130° viewing angle. Luminous flux output differs across color channels, with increases in red, green, and white channels, and a slight decrease in the blue channel. Applications requiring specific beam angles or luminous output levels must evaluate these differences.

Q: What is the significance of the thermal resistance difference?

A: The substitute part exhibits superior thermal performance (0.8°C/W versus 4.6°C/W). This represents a 4.4x improvement in thermal conductivity, resulting in lower junction temperatures during operation. This improvement enables higher sustained current operation and improved reliability in thermally constrained applications.

Q: Why is the original part classified as Obsolete?

A: The XMLCTW-A0-0000-00C3ACB02 has reached end-of-life status within CreeLED's product portfolio. The XMLDCL-00-0000-00C5ACB02 (XLamp® XM-L® Gen 2) represents the current generation replacement, offering improved performance characteristics and ongoing manufacturing support.

Q: Are compliance certifications identical between these parts?

A: The original part is specified as RoHS Compliant with MSL 1 (Unlimited) moisture sensitivity level. Compliance specifications for the substitute part are not provided in the available technical data. Verification of RoHS and moisture sensitivity compliance for the substitute part is recommended during design qualification.