APE10160 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The APE10160 is a general purpose relay manufactured by Panasonic Electric Works, configured as a SPST-NO (1 Form A) with a 60VDC coil and 6A contact rating. This through-hole mounted relay is designed for applications requiring single-pole, single-throw switching at 250VAC maximum switching voltage.

The APE10160 is classified as obsolete. Locating active equivalent parts ensures design continuity, supply chain reliability, and access to current manufacturing support and certifications.

Substiute Parts

APE10160

Panasonic Electric WorksIn Stock: 937APE10160 Datasheet

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APF10360

Panasonic Electric WorksIn Stock: 1170APF10360 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the APE10160 is based on matching the following critical parameters:

• Coil voltage: 60VDC
• Contact form: SPST-NO (1 Form A)
• Contact rating: 6 A minimum
• Switching voltage: 250VAC or higher
• Mounting type: Through hole
• Termination style: PC pin
• Operating temperature range: -40°C to 85°C or wider
• Coil resistance: 20.57 kOhms

The APF10360 meets all substitution criteria as an active product from the same manufacturer with identical electrical specifications and mechanical compatibility.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The APF10360 is the direct substitute for the obsolete APE10160. Both parts are manufactured by Panasonic Electric Works and share identical electrical and mechanical specifications across all critical parameters.

The APF10360 offers the advantage of active product status, ensuring ongoing manufacturing support, availability, and compliance with current regulatory standards. The APF10360 is RoHS compliant, providing additional environmental compliance assurance for new designs and procurement cycles.

The contact material composition differs between the two parts: the APE10160 uses silver alloy, while the APF10360 uses silver nickel and gold. Both materials are suitable for the specified 6A, 250VAC switching application. The APF10360's enhanced contact material composition supports long-term reliability in the active product line.

The must operate voltage specification shows a minor difference: APE10160 at 39.6 VDC versus APF10360 at 42 VDC. Both values fall within typical design margins for 60VDC coil applications and do not restrict substitution.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the APF10360 directly replace the APE10160 in existing designs?

A: Yes. The APF10360 matches all critical electrical and mechanical parameters of the APE10160, including coil voltage, contact form, current rating, switching voltage, mounting type, and termination style. Direct substitution is supported without circuit modification.

Q: What is the significance of the product status difference?

A: The APE10160 is obsolete, meaning Panasonic Electric Works no longer manufactures or supports this part. The APF10360 is active, ensuring continued availability, manufacturing consistency, and access to technical support. For new designs or long-term supply requirements, the active APF10360 is the appropriate choice.

Q: Are there packaging differences between these parts?

A: The APE10160 packaging is listed as unspecified in the provided data. The APF10360 is supplied in tube packaging. Verify packaging requirements for your assembly process and procurement workflow.

Q: Does the contact material difference affect performance?

A: Both contact materials—silver alloy in the APE10160 and silver nickel with gold in the APF10360—are suitable for 6A, 250VAC switching applications. The APF10360's enhanced material composition supports the active product line's reliability standards.

Q: What compliance certifications apply to the APF10360?

A: The APF10360 is RoHS compliant and carries EAR99 export classification. Both parts share the same HTSUS code (8536.41.0020) and MSL rating (1 - Unlimited).