Best Alternatives to XL-2012UBC

Package: 0805 (2012 Metric)XINGLIGHTLEDs - IndicationColor: BluePackage/Case: 0805 (2012 Metric)Luminous Intensity: 80-210 mcdDominant Wavelength: 460-475 nmForward Current: 20 mA

XL-2012UBC is a common 0805 blue SMD LED. While no direct drop-in replacement is confirmed, several functional and parametric alternatives exist that may be suitable after engineering review.

AI replacement insight

Electrical riskmedium

Brightness and forward voltage differences require review.

Package risklow

All viable candidates use the same 0805 package.

Can it be replaced directly?

No direct, fully-equivalent replacement has been identified. All candidates require a review of key parametric differences.

Best replacement path

D-B080508B1-KS2 is the closest match if lower brightness is acceptable. SZYY0805B is an option if the circuit can be adapted or if it's confirmed to run at 20mA.

Main risk

The primary risk is a mismatch in luminous intensity (brightness) or forward voltage, which can affect visual indication and circuit power consumption.

Recommended alternatives

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D-B080508B1-KS2 package
Needs validationmedium risk

A form-fit alternative in the same 0805 package and color, but with lower brightness that requires review.

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Alternative comparison matrix

Feature / factorXL-2012UBCD-B080508B1-KS2SZYY0805BAlt 3Compatibility / risk
Package0805 (2012 Metric)0805 (2012 Metric)0805 (2012 Metric)0805 (2012 Metric) — Same package ensures physical compatibility.; SZYY0805B: Same package ensures physical compatibility.
ColorBlueBlueBlueBlue — Color matches the target.; SZYY0805B: Color matches the target.
Voltage2.6V - 3.4V2.6V - 3.2V2.6V - 3.1V @ 10mA2.6V - 3.2V / 2.6V - 3.1V @ 10mA — Candidate's forward voltage range is within the target's range.; SZYY0805B: Vf at target's 20mA current is unknown.
Luminous Intensity80-210 mcd35-60 mcd34-100 mcd @ 10mA35-60 mcd / 34-100 mcd @ 10mA — Candidate is significantly dimmer than the target.; SZYY0805B: Brightness at target's 20mA current is unknown.
Temperature-40°C to +85°C-40°C to +85°C--40°C to +85°C — Operating temperature range matches.
Current20 mA-10 mA10 mA — Key specs are rated at a different current, making direct comparison difficult.

Application & sourcing insights

Questions & answers

D-B080508B1-KS2 is a strong candidate if lower brightness is acceptable. For applications sensitive to brightness, SZYY0805B may work but requires engineering validation as its specs are rated at a different current.