AM51613C73N-A Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The AM51613C73N-A is a snap action SPDT switch manufactured by Panasonic Electric Works, designed for chassis mount applications with 16A AC and 600mA DC current capacity at 125V. The part is classified as obsolete, making equivalent substitutes necessary for ongoing maintenance, repair, and new design implementations. This reference provides engineering-validated alternatives based on electrical and mechanical compatibility parameters.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Manufacturer Part Number	AM51613C73N-A
Manufacturer	Panasonic Electric Works
Circuit Configuration	SPDT
Switch Function	On-Mom
Current Rating (AC)	16A
Current Rating (DC)	600mA
Voltage Rating (AC)	125V
Voltage Rating (DC)	125V
Actuator Type	Lever, Straight
Mounting Type	Chassis Mount
Termination Style	Quick Connect - 0.187" (4.7mm)
Operating Temperature Range	-25°C to 105°C
Electrical Life	100,000 Cycles
Mechanical Life	10,000,000 Cycles
Product Status	Obsolete

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the AM51613C73N-A is determined by the following critical parameters:

Primary Compatibility Criteria:

Circuit configuration: SPDT
Switch function: On-Mom
Mounting type: Chassis Mount
Actuator type: Lever, Straight
Current rating: Minimum 16A AC
Voltage rating: Minimum 125V AC
Termination style: Quick Connect - 0.187" (4.7mm)

Secondary Compatibility Considerations:

Operating temperature range must encompass or exceed -25°C to 105°C
Mechanical life rating of 10,000,000 cycles or higher
Electrical life rating of 100,000 cycles or higher

Parts are grouped into three categories based on these parameters:

Category A - Direct Equivalents (All Primary Criteria Met): V7-1B17D8-048, V7-7B17D8-073, V7-7B17D8-048, V7-1A17D8-048

Category B - Compatible Substitutes (Primary Criteria Met, Minor Parameter Variations): 83261043 (Crouzet), LS0851503F040C1A (E-Switch), V15T16-CZ100A03-K (Honeywell), V15T16-CZ300A03-K (Honeywell)

Category C - Limited Compatibility (Partial Parameter Match, Application-Dependent): V15H22-CZ100A03-K (higher current rating, different termination)

Parameter Comparison

Part Number	Manufacturer	Circuit	Current (AC)	Voltage (AC)	Termination	Operating Temp	Electrical Life	Mechanical Life	Product Status
AM51613C73N-A	Panasonic Electric Works	SPDT	16A	125V	0.187" (4.7mm)	-25°C to 105°C	100,000	10,000,000	Obsolete
V7-1B17D8-048	Honeywell	SPDT	11A	125V	0.187" (4.7mm)	-40°C to 85°C	100,000	10,000,000	Active
V7-1A17D8-048	Honeywell	SPDT	5A	125V	0.187" (4.7mm)	-40°C to 85°C	100,000	10,000,000	Active
83261043	Crouzet	SPDT	16A	250V	0.187" (4.7mm)	-20°C to 125°C	Not specified	1,000,000	Active
LS0851503F040C1A	E-Switch	SPDT	15A	125V	0.187" (4.7mm)	-25°C to 85°C	50,000	1,000,000	Active
V15T16-CZ100A03-K	Honeywell	SPDT	16A	250V	0.250" (6.3mm)	-25°C to 125°C	50,000	5,000,000	Active
V15T16-CZ300A03-K	Honeywell	SPDT	16A	250V	0.250" (6.3mm)	-25°C to 125°C	50,000	5,000,000	Active
V15H22-CZ100A03-K	Honeywell	SPDT	22A	250V	0.250" (6.3mm)	-25°C to 150°C	10,000	5,000,000	Obsolete

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Recommended Primary Substitutes (Active Status, Matching Termination):

V7-1B17D8-048 and V7-1A17D8-048 are active Honeywell products with identical termination style (0.187" Quick Connect) and matching SPDT On-Mom configuration. Both maintain 100,000 electrical cycle rating and 10,000,000 mechanical cycle rating. V7-1B17D8-048 provides 11A AC capacity at 125V, suitable for applications where the full 16A is not required. Operating temperature range is -40°C to 85°C, which covers the lower end of the original specification but does not extend to 105°C.

Secondary Substitutes (Active Status, Termination Variation):

V15T16-CZ100A03-K and V15T16-CZ300A03-K are active Honeywell products with 16A AC capacity at 250V, exceeding the original voltage specification. Both use 0.250" (6.3mm) Quick Connect termination, requiring mechanical adapter consideration. Operating temperature range is -25°C to 125°C, exceeding the original upper limit. Electrical life is 50,000 cycles and mechanical life is 5,000,000 cycles, both lower than the original part.

LS0851503F040C1A is an active E-Switch product with 15A AC capacity at 125V and matching 0.187" termination. Operating temperature range is -25°C to 85°C. Electrical life is 50,000 cycles and mechanical life is 1,000,000 cycles, both significantly lower than the original specification.

83261043 is an active Crouzet product with 16A AC capacity at 250V and matching 0.187" termination. Operating temperature range is -20°C to 125°C. Mechanical life is 1,000,000 cycles, substantially lower than the original 10,000,000 cycles.

Compliance Status:

V7-1B17D8-048, V7-1A17D8-048, V15T16-CZ100A03-K, and V15T16-CZ300A03-K carry RoHS Compliant certification. LS0851503F040C1A is ROHS3 Compliant. 83261043 is RoHS Compliant. All parts are classified as EAR99 for export control purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can V7-1B17D8-048 directly replace AM51613C73N-A without modification?

A: V7-1B17D8-048 shares identical termination style (0.187" Quick Connect), circuit configuration (SPDT), and switch function (On-Mom). Current capacity is 11A AC versus the original 16A AC. Electrical and mechanical life ratings match the original. Operating temperature range is -40°C to 85°C, which does not extend to the original 105°C upper limit. Direct substitution is feasible for applications operating within -40°C to 85°C and requiring 11A or less.

Q: What is the impact of using V15T16-CZ100A03-K with its 0.250" termination instead of 0.187"?

A: The 0.250" (6.3mm) Quick Connect termination requires mechanical adapter or connector modification. The part provides 16A AC capacity at 250V, exceeding the original voltage specification. Operating temperature range is -25°C to 125°C, extending beyond the original upper limit. Electrical life is 50,000 cycles and mechanical life is 5,000,000 cycles, both lower than the original. Termination incompatibility necessitates hardware modification.

Q: Why does LS0851503F040C1A have lower mechanical life than the original part?

A: LS0851503F040C1A is rated for 1,000,000 mechanical cycles versus the original 10,000,000 cycles. This represents a tenfold reduction in mechanical life expectancy. The part is suitable for applications with lower cycle frequency requirements. Electrical life is also reduced to 50,000 cycles. These specifications reflect the design parameters of the E-Switch LS series for this current and voltage class.

Q: Is 83261043 suitable for high-cycle applications?

A: 83261043 is rated for 1,000,000 mechanical cycles, substantially lower than the original 10,000,000 cycles. The part is not recommended for high-cycle applications. Electrical life specification is not provided. The part is suitable for low-to-moderate cycle frequency applications requiring 16A AC at 250V with 0.187" termination.

Q: Can multiple substitute parts be used interchangeably in the same application?

A: No. Each substitute part has distinct electrical life, mechanical life, and operating temperature specifications. Selection must be based on the specific application requirements for current capacity, voltage rating, cycle frequency, and operating temperature range. Termination style compatibility must also be verified to avoid requiring mechanical modifications.

Q: What compliance certifications apply to all substitute options?

A: All substitute parts carry RoHS or ROHS3 compliance certification. All parts are classified as EAR99 for export control. REACH compliance status varies: V7-1B17D8-048, V7-1A17D8-048, V15T16-CZ300A03-K, and LS0851503F040C1A are REACH Unaffected. 83261043 is REACH Unaffected. V15T16-CZ100A03-K and V15H22-CZ100A03-K do not specify REACH status in the provided data.

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