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AM130811K Equivalent & Substitute Parts
Part Overview
The AM130811K is a snap action switch manufactured by Panasonic Electric Works, featuring SPDT (Single Pole Double Throw) circuit configuration with 10A AC and 500mA DC current rating at 125V. This component is classified as obsolete, making equivalent and substitute parts necessary for ongoing system maintenance and new design implementations. The switch employs a roller plunger actuator with panel mount configuration and screw terminal termination, designed for applications requiring reliable on-momentary switching action.
Substiute Parts
Key Parameters
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer Part Number | AM130811K |
| Manufacturer | Panasonic Electric Works |
| Circuit Configuration | SPDT |
| Switch Function | On-Mom |
| Current Rating (AC) | 10A |
| Current Rating (DC) | 500mA |
| Voltage Rating (AC) | 125V |
| Voltage Rating (DC) | 125V |
| Actuator Type | Roller Plunger |
| Mounting Type | Panel Mount |
| Termination Style | Screw Terminal |
| Operating Temperature Range | -25°C to 80°C |
| Mechanical Life | 5,000,000 Cycles |
| Product Status | Obsolete |
Substitute Part Grouping Explanation
Substitution of the AM130811K is determined by strict alignment of the following critical parameters:
Primary Compatibility Criteria:
- Circuit configuration: SPDT
- Switch function: On-Mom
- Actuator type: Roller Plunger
- Mounting type: Panel Mount
- Termination style: Screw Terminal
- Voltage rating: 125V AC minimum
Current Rating Considerations: The AM130811K operates at 10A AC. Substitute parts with equal or higher AC current ratings (15A) are electrically compatible and provide enhanced capacity margins. Parts with lower current ratings (1A) are not suitable for direct substitution.
Mechanical and Electrical Life: Substitute parts must maintain comparable mechanical life specifications. The AM130811K specifies 5,000,000 cycles; active substitutes provide 20,000,000 cycles, representing improved durability.
Temperature Operating Range: The AM130811K operates from -25°C to 80°C. Substitute parts with extended temperature ranges (-55°C to 85°C) provide broader environmental compatibility while maintaining functional equivalence.
Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | AM130811K (Panasonic) | BZ-2RQ18-A2 (Honeywell) | BZ-2RQ181T (Honeywell) | BZ-2RQ18T (Honeywell) | GPTCRH11 (ZF Electronics) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Circuit | SPDT | SPDT | SPDT | SPDT | SPDT |
| Switch Function | On-Mom | On-Mom | On-Mom | On-Mom | On-Mom |
| Current Rating (AC) | 10A | 15A | 15A | 15A | 15A |
| Current Rating (DC) | 500mA | 500mA | 500mA | 500mA | — |
| Voltage Rating (AC) | 125V | 125V | 125V | 125V | 125V |
| Voltage Rating (DC) | 125V | 125V | 125V | 125V | — |
| Actuator Type | Roller Plunger | Roller Plunger | Roller Plunger | Roller Plunger | Roller Plunger |
| Mounting Type | Panel Mount | Panel Mount | Panel Mount | Panel Mount | Panel Mount |
| Termination Style | Screw Terminal | Screw Terminal | Screw Terminal | Screw Terminal | Screw Terminal |
| Operating Temperature | -25°C to 80°C | -55°C to 85°C | -55°C to 85°C | -55°C to 85°C | 0°C to 55°C |
| Mechanical Life | 5,000,000 Cycles | 20,000,000 Cycles | 20,000,000 Cycles | 20,000,000 Cycles | 20,000,000 Cycles |
| Product Status | Obsolete | Active | Active | Active | Active |
Engineering Selection Recommendations
Primary Substitutes (Honeywell BZ Series): BZ-2RQ18-A2, BZ-2RQ181T, and BZ-2RQ18T are direct functional equivalents manufactured by Honeywell Sensing and Productivity Solutions. All three parts maintain SPDT configuration, on-momentary switching function, and 125V AC/DC ratings. The Honeywell parts provide 15A AC capacity, exceeding the AM130811K specification. Extended temperature range (-55°C to 85°C) and superior mechanical life (20,000,000 cycles) represent performance improvements. BZ-2RQ18-A2 and BZ-2RQ18T carry RoHS and REACH compliance certifications, suitable for regulated applications. These parts are currently in active production status with established supply chains.
Secondary Substitute (ZF Electronics GPTCRH11): GPTCRH11 maintains SPDT configuration, on-momentary function, and 125V AC rating with 15A capacity. This part features RoHS3 compliance. Operating temperature range (0°C to 55°C) is narrower than the AM130811K, limiting suitability for applications requiring extended low-temperature operation below 0°C. DC voltage rating is not specified for this part. GPTCRH11 remains in active production status.
Not Recommended for Direct Substitution: BZ-2RQ1872-A2 operates at 1A AC current rating, insufficient for applications designed around the AM130811K 10A specification. BZ-2RQ18M-A2 lacks sufficient technical specification data for reliable substitution determination.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Can BZ-2RQ18-A2 directly replace AM130811K in existing designs? A: Yes. BZ-2RQ18-A2 maintains identical SPDT circuit configuration, on-momentary switching function, 125V AC/DC voltage ratings, roller plunger actuator, panel mount configuration, and screw terminal termination. The 15A AC rating exceeds the 10A requirement, providing operational margin. Extended temperature range and superior mechanical life represent design improvements.
Q: What is the difference between BZ-2RQ18-A2, BZ-2RQ181T, and BZ-2RQ18T? A: All three parts share identical electrical and mechanical specifications: SPDT circuit, 15A AC/500mA DC at 125V, roller plunger actuator, panel mount, screw terminal, -55°C to 85°C operating range, and 20,000,000 cycle mechanical life. Packaging differs: BZ-2RQ18-A2 and BZ-2RQ18T are supplied in bulk; BZ-2RQ181T packaging is not specified. Selection may depend on procurement requirements and packaging preferences.
Q: Is GPTCRH11 suitable for all AM130811K applications? A: GPTCRH11 is suitable for applications operating within 0°C to 55°C temperature range. Applications requiring operation below 0°C or above 55°C should use Honeywell BZ series substitutes with extended temperature range (-55°C to 85°C). DC voltage rating is not specified for GPTCRH11; applications requiring 125V DC operation should use BZ series parts.
Q: What compliance certifications apply to substitute parts? A: BZ-2RQ18-A2 and BZ-2RQ18T carry RoHS compliance and REACH Unaffected status. BZ-2RQ181T carries RoHS compliance. GPTCRH11 carries RoHS3 compliance. All parts are classified as EAR99 for export control purposes. Compliance requirements for specific applications should be verified against regulatory standards.
Q: Can BZ-2RQ1872-A2 replace AM130811K? A: No. BZ-2RQ1872-A2 operates at 1A AC current rating, which is insufficient for applications designed around the AM130811K 10A specification. Current rating is a critical parameter determining electrical compatibility and cannot be compromised.
Q: What mechanical life improvement do substitute parts provide? A: AM130811K specifies 5,000,000 mechanical cycles. All recommended Honeywell and ZF substitute parts provide 20,000,000 mechanical cycles, representing a 4x improvement in cycle life. This extended durability reduces maintenance frequency and improves system reliability in high-cycle applications.
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