Littelfuse 0214.600M Glass Cartridge Fuse Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Littelfuse 0214.600M is a 500 mA, 250 V AC/DC glass cartridge fuse with slow-blow response characteristics, designed for 5mm x 20mm holder applications. This part is classified as obsolete. Due to its obsolete status, equivalent substitute parts from active product lines are available to maintain circuit protection functionality in applications requiring identical electrical and mechanical specifications.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Current Rating	500 mA
Voltage Rating (AC)	250 V
Fuse Type	Cartridge, Glass
Response Time	Slow Blow
Package / Case	5mm x 20mm
Mounting Type	Requires Holder
Breaking Capacity @ Rated Voltage	35 A
Operating Temperature Range	-55°C to 125°C
DC Cold Resistance	0.37 Ohms

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the 0214.600M are grouped based on strict electrical and mechanical parameter equivalence. All substitute parts maintain the following critical parameters identical to the main part:

Current Rating: 500 mA
Voltage Rating (AC): 250 V
Fuse Type: Cartridge, Glass
Response Time: Slow Blow
Package / Case: 5mm x 20mm
Mounting Type: Requires Holder
Operating Temperature Range: -55°C to 125°C
DC Cold Resistance: 0.37 Ohms

Substitutes are divided into two categories based on breaking capacity and melting I²t characteristics:

Category A (Breaking Capacity 35 A, Melting I²t 2.905): 0214.600MXBP, 0214.600MXP, 0214.600TXP

Category B (Breaking Capacity 35 A, Melting I²t 2.825): 0218.500HXP, 0218.500MXBP, 0218.500MXP, 0218.500TXP, 0218.500VXP

Category C (Breaking Capacity 150 A, Melting I²t 3.0): 0219.500MXABP, 0219.500MXAP

Parameter Comparison

Part Number	Manufacturer	Series	Current Rating	Voltage (AC)	Response Time	Package	Breaking Capacity	Melting I²t	Product Status	RoHS Status
0214.600M	Littelfuse Inc.	213	500 mA	250 V	Slow Blow	5mm x 20mm	35 A	2.905	Obsolete	Non-compliant
0214.600MXBP	Littelfuse Inc.	213	500 mA	250 V	Slow Blow	5mm x 20mm	35 A	2.905	Active	ROHS3 Compliant
0214.600MXP	Littelfuse Inc.	213	500 mA	250 V	Slow Blow	5mm x 20mm	35 A	2.905	Active	ROHS3 Compliant
0214.600TXP	Littelfuse Inc.	213	500 mA	250 V	Slow Blow	5mm x 20mm	35 A	2.905	Active	ROHS3 Compliant
0218.500HXP	Littelfuse Inc.	218	500 mA	250 V	Slow Blow	5mm x 20mm	35 A	2.825	Active	ROHS3 Compliant
0218.500MXBP	Littelfuse Inc.	218	500 mA	250 V	Slow Blow	5mm x 20mm	35 A	2.825	Active	ROHS3 Compliant
0218.500MXP	Littelfuse Inc.	218	500 mA	250 V	Slow Blow	5mm x 20mm	35 A	2.825	Active	ROHS3 Compliant
0218.500TXP	Littelfuse Inc.	218	500 mA	250 V	Slow Blow	5mm x 20mm	35 A	2.825	Active	ROHS3 Compliant
0218.500VXP	Littelfuse Inc.	218	500 mA	250 V	Slow Blow	5mm x 20mm	35 A	2.825	Active	ROHS3 Compliant
0219.500MXABP	Littelfuse Inc.	219XA	500 mA	250 V	Slow Blow	5mm x 20mm	150 A	3.0	Active	ROHS3 Compliant
0219.500MXAP	Littelfuse Inc.	219XA	500 mA	250 V	Slow Blow	5mm x 20mm	150 A	3.0	Active	ROHS3 Compliant

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Primary Substitutes (Series 213): Parts 0214.600MXBP, 0214.600MXP, and 0214.600TXP provide direct electrical and mechanical equivalence to the obsolete 0214.600M. All three are active products with ROHS3 compliance. Selection among these three should be based on packaging requirements and inventory availability.

Secondary Substitutes (Series 218): Parts 0218.500HXP, 0218.500MXBP, 0218.500MXP, 0218.500TXP, and 0218.500VXP maintain identical current, voltage, response time, and package specifications. The melting I²t value differs slightly (2.825 versus 2.905), representing a minor variation in thermal response. All are active products with ROHS3 compliance and broader certification coverage including UL and K-MARK.

Enhanced Breaking Capacity Substitutes (Series 219XA): Parts 0219.500MXABP and 0219.500MXAP offer increased breaking capacity (150 A versus 35 A) and higher melting I²t (3.0). These are suitable for applications requiring enhanced fault current handling while maintaining identical nominal electrical parameters. Both are active products with ROHS3 compliance.

All substitute parts operate within the same temperature range (-55°C to 125°C) and maintain 0.37 Ohms DC cold resistance.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can I use Series 218 parts as direct replacements for the obsolete 0214.600M?

A: Yes. Series 218 parts (0218.500HXP, 0218.500MXBP, 0218.500MXP, 0218.500TXP, 0218.500VXP) are electrically and mechanically equivalent. The melting I²t difference (2.825 versus 2.905) represents a minor thermal characteristic variation within the slow-blow fuse classification and does not affect functional compatibility in standard applications.

Q: What is the difference between the Series 213 and Series 219XA substitutes?

A: Series 219XA parts (0219.500MXABP, 0219.500MXAP) provide a higher breaking capacity of 150 A compared to 35 A in Series 213 and 218. The melting I²t is also higher at 3.0. These differences make Series 219XA suitable for circuits with higher fault current requirements while maintaining the same nominal 500 mA, 250 V rating and 5mm x 20mm package.

Q: Are all substitute parts RoHS compliant?

A: All active substitute parts listed are ROHS3 compliant. The original 0214.600M is RoHS non-compliant due to its obsolete status.

Q: Does packaging type affect substitution?

A: All substitute parts maintain the 5mm x 20mm cartridge glass fuse package and require the same holder type. Packaging variations (bulk versus other formats) do not affect electrical or mechanical compatibility.

Q: Which substitute offers the best availability?

A: Part 0218.500MXP shows the highest inventory level at 15,465 pieces. This part is suitable for high-volume applications requiring the 500 mA, 250 V, slow-blow specification.

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