APE30112 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The APE30112 is a general purpose relay manufactured by Panasonic Electric Works, featuring a Single Pole Double Throw (SPDT) contact configuration with a 12VDC coil and 6A contact rating. This through-hole mounted relay is designed for standard switching applications requiring 250VAC maximum switching voltage. The APE30112 is classified as obsolete, making identification of compatible substitute parts essential for ongoing system maintenance and new design implementations.

Substiute Parts

APE30112

Panasonic Electric WorksIn Stock: 1020APE30112 Datasheet

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APF30312

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

The APE30112 can be substituted with the APF30312 based on the following critical parameters that determine functional equivalence:

Matching Parameters:

• Coil Voltage: 12VDC (identical)
• Contact Form: SPDT (1 Form C) (identical)
• Contact Rating: 6 A (identical)
• Switching Voltage: 250VAC - Max (identical)
• Mounting Type: Through Hole (identical)
• Termination Style: PC Pin (identical)
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C ~ 85°C (identical)
• Coil Resistance: 847 Ohms (identical)
• Coil Type: Non Latching (identical)
• Operate Time: 8 ms (identical)
• Release Time: 4 ms (identical)

Allowable Variations:

• Coil Current: APE30112 (14 mA) vs APF30312 (14.2 mA) — within acceptable tolerance
• Must Operate Voltage: APE30112 (7.92 VDC) vs APF30312 (8.4 VDC) — both within standard operating range
• Contact Material: APE30112 (Silver Alloy) vs APF30312 (Silver Nickel/Gold) — enhanced material specification in substitute
• Packaging: APE30112 (bulk) vs APF30312 (Tube) — mechanical packaging difference only
• Product Status: APE30112 (Obsolete) vs APF30312 (Active) — substitute is currently manufactured

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The APF30312 is the direct substitute for the obsolete APE30112. Selection of the APF30312 is supported by the following factors:

Product Status: The APF30312 is classified as Active, ensuring continued availability and manufacturing support, whereas the APE30112 is obsolete and subject to supply discontinuation.

Compliance & Certifications: The APF30312 carries RoHS Compliance certification, meeting current environmental and regulatory standards. Both parts share identical ECCN (EAR99) and HTSUS (8536.41.0020) classifications, confirming regulatory equivalence.

Electrical Performance: All critical electrical parameters—coil voltage, contact configuration, current rating, switching voltage, timing characteristics, and operating temperature range—are identical between the two parts. Minor variations in coil current (0.2 mA difference) and must-operate voltage (0.48 VDC difference) fall within standard engineering tolerances and do not affect functional compatibility.

Contact Material Enhancement: The APF30312 features Silver Nickel and Gold contact materials compared to the Silver Alloy contacts in the APE30112, providing improved contact reliability and longevity.

Mechanical Compatibility: Both relays share identical through-hole mounting and PC pin termination, ensuring direct PCB compatibility without layout modifications.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the APF30312 be used as a direct replacement for the APE30112 in existing designs?

A: Yes. The APF30312 is electrically and mechanically equivalent to the APE30112. All critical parameters—coil voltage, contact configuration, current rating, switching voltage, timing, and operating temperature—are identical. The APF30312 can be substituted without circuit modifications.

Q: What is the difference in coil current between the two parts?

A: The APE30112 has a coil current of 14 mA, while the APF30312 has 14.2 mA. This 0.2 mA difference is negligible and does not affect circuit operation or power supply requirements.

Q: Are there differences in the must-operate voltage specifications?

A: The APE30112 requires 7.92 VDC to operate, while the APF30312 requires 8.4 VDC. Both values fall within the standard 12VDC supply operating range and do not present compatibility issues in typical applications.

Q: How do the contact materials differ?

A: The APE30112 uses Silver Alloy contacts, while the APF30312 uses Silver Nickel (AgNi) and Gold (Au) contacts. The enhanced material specification in the APF30312 provides superior contact performance and extended service life.

Q: What is the packaging difference between these parts?

A: The APE30112 is supplied in bulk packaging, while the APF30312 is supplied in tube packaging. This is a mechanical packaging difference only and does not affect electrical performance or PCB mounting.

Q: Is the APF30312 RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. The APF30312 is RoHS Compliant. The APE30112 does not specify RoHS status, but both parts share identical REACH and ECCN classifications.

Q: Are there any circuit design considerations when substituting the APF30312 for the APE30112?

A: No circuit modifications are required. The APF30312 is a direct functional equivalent with identical electrical specifications and through-hole PC pin termination. Standard PCB layout and component placement remain unchanged.