Switchcraft 46206LE Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Switchcraft 46206LE is a slide switch with DPDT (Double Pole Double Throw) configuration rated for 3A at 125V AC and 500mA at 125V DC. This component features panel mount installation with solder lug termination and non-shorting contact timing (BBM). The 46206LE is classified as obsolete, making equivalent substitute parts necessary for ongoing system maintenance and new design implementations where this switch type is required.

Substiute Parts

46206LE

Switchcraft Inc.In Stock: 88546206LE Datasheet

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GF-126-3011

CW IndustriesIn Stock: 933GF-126-3011 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the Switchcraft 46206LE is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

• Circuit configuration: DPDT
• Current rating: 3A (AC) and 500mA (DC) minimum
• Voltage rating: 125V (AC and DC)
• Switch function: On-On
• Mounting type: Panel Mount
• Termination style: Solder Lug

The CW Industries GF-126-3011 meets all mandatory electrical and mechanical requirements for direct substitution. Both components share identical circuit topology, current and voltage ratings, switch function, mounting configuration, and termination method. Differences in actuator dimensions, contact material finish, operating temperature range, and mechanical/electrical life cycles do not prevent functional equivalence in applications designed for the 46206LE.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The CW Industries GF-126-3011 is the direct functional equivalent for the obsolete Switchcraft 46206LE. Both components satisfy identical electrical specifications and mechanical interface requirements for DPDT slide switch applications at 3A/125V AC and 500mA/125V DC.

The GF-126-3011 offers additional advantages for new designs and system upgrades: active product status ensures ongoing availability, ROHS3 compliance meets current environmental regulations, and documented mechanical and electrical life ratings (10,000 cycles and 6,000 cycles respectively) provide quantified reliability data. The extended operating temperature range (-10°C to 104°C) accommodates broader environmental conditions compared to the 46206LE specification (-20°C to 70°C).

Physical differences in actuator length (5.08mm versus 8.74mm) and switch travel (3.61mm versus 4.78mm) require panel cutout and mechanical clearance verification during integration. Silver contact finish on the GF-126-3011 provides enhanced electrical conductivity and corrosion resistance compared to unspecified finish on the 46206LE.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the CW Industries GF-126-3011 directly replace the Switchcraft 46206LE in existing applications?

A: Yes, the GF-126-3011 meets all critical electrical and functional requirements: DPDT circuit, 3A/125V AC and 500mA/125V DC ratings, On-On switch function, panel mount configuration, and solder lug termination. Physical dimensions differ; panel cutout and mechanical clearance must be verified for the specific application.

Q: What are the key differences between these two switches?

A: The primary differences are actuator length (8.74mm versus 5.08mm), switch travel distance (4.78mm versus 3.61mm), contact finish (unspecified versus silver), and operating temperature range (-20°C to 70°C versus -10°C to 104°C). The GF-126-3011 provides documented mechanical life (10,000 cycles) and electrical life (6,000 cycles), while the 46206LE does not specify these parameters.

Q: Is the GF-126-3011 RoHS compliant?

A: Yes, the GF-126-3011 is ROHS3 compliant. The 46206LE is RoHS non-compliant. For applications requiring RoHS compliance, the GF-126-3011 is the appropriate selection.

Q: Are there any contact timing differences between these switches?

A: The 46206LE specifies non-shorting contact timing (BBM). The GF-126-3011 contact timing is not specified in the provided data. Both switches function as On-On configurations suitable for applications requiring simultaneous switching of two independent circuits.

Q: What packaging is available for the GF-126-3011?

A: The GF-126-3011 is supplied in bulk packaging. The 46206LE packaging specification is not provided.