Equivalent & Substitute Parts for 95C06C3GWRT Tactile Switch

Part Overview

The Grayhill 95C06C3GWRT is an SPST-NO tactile switch designed for surface mount applications with a contact rating of 0.05A at 12VDC. This component features top actuation, gull wing termination, and polyamide actuator construction with 160gf operating force. The part is Active status and ROHS3 compliant with unlimited moisture sensitivity level (MSL 1).

Equivalent and substitute parts are identified to support design flexibility, supply chain alternatives, and application-specific requirements such as actuator height variation, operating force adjustment, and packaging format selection.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Manufacturer Part Number	95C06C3GWRT
Manufacturer	Grayhill Inc.
Circuit Configuration	SPST-NO
Switch Function	Off-Mom
Contact Rating	0.05A @ 12VDC
Mounting Type	Surface Mount
Actuator Height off PCB	7.00mm
Actuator Orientation	Top Actuated
Termination Style	Gull Wing
Outline Dimensions	6.20mm x 6.20mm
Operating Force	160gf
Switch Travel	0.25mm
Mechanical Life	1,000,000 Cycles
Operating Temperature Range	-25°C ~ 70°C
Actuator Material	Polyamide (PA), Nylon
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant
MSL Rating	1 (Unlimited)
Packaging	Tape & Reel (TR)
Product Status	Active

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the 95C06C3GWRT are identified based on strict electrical and mechanical compatibility criteria. All substitute candidates maintain the following core parameters:

Mandatory Compatibility Parameters:

Circuit configuration: SPST-NO
Switch function: Off-Mom
Contact rating: 0.05A @ 12VDC
Mounting type: Surface Mount
Actuator orientation: Top Actuated
Termination style: Gull Wing
Switch travel: 0.25mm
Illumination: Non-Illuminated
RoHS Status: ROHS3 Compliant
MSL Rating: 1 (Unlimited)

Variable Parameters Allowing Substitution:

Actuator height off PCB (range: 4.30mm to 13.00mm)
Operating force (range: 65gf to 260gf)
Outline dimensions (6.00mm x 6.00mm or 6.20mm x 6.20mm)
Operating temperature range (minimum -30°C, maximum 85°C)
Mechanical life (100,000 to 1,000,000 cycles)
Packaging format (Tape & Reel, Tube, Cut Tape & Digi-Reel)
Manufacturer (Grayhill Inc., E-Switch)

Substitution is valid when the application requirements fall within the specified ranges of the substitute part's variable parameters.

Parameter Comparison

Part Number	Manufacturer	Circuit	Contact Rating	Actuator Height (mm)	Operating Force (gf)	Outline (mm)	Operating Temp (°C)	Mechanical Life (Cycles)	Packaging	Inventory (Pcs)
95C06C3GWRT	Grayhill Inc.	SPST-NO	0.05A @ 12VDC	7.00	160	6.20 x 6.20	-25 ~ 70	1,000,000	Tape & Reel	793
LL3301NF065QG	E-Switch	SPST-NO	0.05A @ 12VDC	4.30	65	6.00 x 6.00	-30 ~ 85	Not specified	Tape & Reel	7,841
TL3301AF100QG	E-Switch	SPST-NO	0.05A @ 12VDC	5.00	100	6.00 x 6.00	-20 ~ 70	100,000	Tape & Reel	2,968
TL3301AF260QG	E-Switch	SPST-NO	0.05A @ 12VDC	5.00	260	6.00 x 6.00	-20 ~ 70	100,000	Tape & Reel	2,300
TL3301BF160QGTUBE	E-Switch	SPST-NO	0.05A @ 12VDC	9.50	160	6.00 x 6.00	-20 ~ 70	100,000	Tube	32,660
TL3301BF260QGTUBE	E-Switch	SPST-NO	0.05A @ 12VDC	9.50	260	6.00 x 6.00	-20 ~ 70	100,000	Tube	29,797
TL3301CF160QG	E-Switch	SPST-NO	0.05A @ 12VDC	8.00	160	6.00 x 6.00	-20 ~ 70	100,000	Cut Tape & Digi-Reel	14,790
TL3301DF260QG	E-Switch	SPST-NO	0.05A @ 12VDC	13.00	260	6.00 x 6.00	-20 ~ 70	100,000	Tape & Reel	4,214
TL3301EF100QG	E-Switch	SPST-NO	0.05A @ 12VDC	7.30	100	6.00 x 6.00	-20 ~ 70	100,000	Cut Tape & Digi-Reel	1,754
TL3301EF160QG	E-Switch	SPST-NO	0.05A @ 12VDC	7.30	160	6.00 x 6.00	-20 ~ 70	100,000	Tape & Reel	22,663
TL3301EF260QG	E-Switch	SPST-NO	0.05A @ 12VDC	7.30	260	6.00 x 6.00	-20 ~ 70	100,000	Tape & Reel	2,133

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Primary Substitute (Closest Match): TL3301EF160QG is the closest functional equivalent to 95C06C3GWRT. Both parts share identical electrical specifications (SPST-NO, 0.05A @ 12VDC), actuator orientation (top actuated), termination style (gull wing), and switch travel (0.25mm). The actuator height differential (7.30mm vs. 7.00mm) is within typical PCB layout tolerances. Both are ROHS3 compliant with MSL 1 rating. This part is available in Tape & Reel packaging with 22,663 units in stock.

Actuator Height Considerations:

For applications requiring lower profile: LL3301NF065QG (4.30mm height) or TL3301AF100QG (5.00mm height)
For applications requiring higher profile: TL3301BF160QGTUBE (9.50mm height) or TL3301DF260QG (13.00mm height)

Operating Force Alternatives:

Lower actuation force (65gf): LL3301NF065QG
Medium actuation force (100gf): TL3301AF100QG or TL3301EF100QG
Higher actuation force (260gf): TL3301AF260QG, TL3301BF260QGTUBE, TL3301DF260QG, or TL3301EF260QG

Packaging Format Selection:

Tape & Reel (TR): TL3301AF100QG, TL3301AF260QG, TL3301DF260QG, TL3301EF160QG, TL3301EF260QG, LL3301NF065QG
Tube: TL3301BF160QGTUBE, TL3301BF260QGTUBE
Cut Tape & Digi-Reel: TL3301CF160QG, TL3301EF100QG

Temperature Range Compliance: All E-Switch TL3301 series parts operate within -20°C to 70°C, which overlaps the 95C06C3GWRT range of -25°C to 70°C. The LL3301NF065QG extends to -30°C to 85°C for applications requiring broader temperature coverage.

Compliance Status: All listed substitute parts are ROHS3 compliant, REACH unaffected, and carry MSL 1 (unlimited) moisture sensitivity rating, matching the original part's regulatory status.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can TL3301EF160QG directly replace 95C06C3GWRT without PCB redesign?

A: TL3301EF160QG is electrically and functionally equivalent. The actuator height difference (7.30mm vs. 7.00mm) represents a 0.30mm variance. PCB redesign is not required if the application accommodates this tolerance. Verify clearance above the PCB for the actuator travel path.

Q: What is the difference between Tape & Reel and Tube packaging?

A: Tape & Reel (TR) packaging is optimized for automated pick-and-place assembly. Tube packaging is suitable for manual assembly or lower-volume production. Both formats contain identical electrical and mechanical components. Selection depends on manufacturing process requirements.

Q: Why do substitute parts show lower mechanical life (100,000 cycles vs. 1,000,000 cycles)?

A: The 95C06C3GWRT specifies 1,000,000 mechanical life cycles. E-Switch TL3301 series parts specify 100,000 cycles. For applications requiring 1,000,000 cycle durability, the 95C06C3GWRT remains the specified choice. For applications with lower cycle requirements, TL3301 series parts are suitable substitutes.

Q: Can I substitute a 260gf operating force part for a 160gf requirement?

A: No. Operating force is an application-critical parameter. A 260gf part requires higher actuation pressure than a 160gf design. Substitution must match or remain within the application's specified force range. Select substitute parts with operating force equal to or lower than the application requirement.

Q: Are all substitute parts ROHS3 compliant?

A: Yes. All listed substitute parts carry ROHS3 compliance certification, matching the 95C06C3GWRT regulatory status. All parts are REACH unaffected with MSL 1 (unlimited) moisture sensitivity level.

Q: What is the outline dimension difference between 6.20mm and 6.00mm?

A: The 95C06C3GWRT has a 6.20mm x 6.20mm outline. Most E-Switch TL3301 series substitutes have a 6.00mm x 6.00mm outline. This 0.20mm difference per side is within standard PCB footprint tolerance. Verify footprint compatibility with your PCB design before implementation.

Q: Which substitute part has the highest inventory availability?

A: TL3301BF160QGTUBE has the highest inventory with 32,660 units in stock. For Tape & Reel packaging, TL3301EF160QG offers 22,663 units. LL3301NF065QG provides 7,841 units in Tape & Reel format.

Q: Can I use LL3301NF065QG in a -25°C application?

A: LL3301NF065QG operates within -30°C to 85°C, which covers the -25°C requirement. This part is suitable for applications requiring extended low-temperature operation beyond the 95C06C3GWRT specification of -25°C to 70°C.

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