ARE083.3K Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The ARE083.3K is an 8-position DIP slide switch manufactured by TE Connectivity ALCOSWITCH Switches. This component is a single-pole, single-throw (SPST) switch rated for 100mA at 24VDC, designed for through-hole mounting on printed circuit boards. The switch features a standard slide actuator with raised level, gold-plated copper alloy contacts, and polyphenylene sulfide (PPS) body material.

The ARE083.3K is classified as obsolete. Identification of equivalent and substitute parts is necessary to support ongoing maintenance, repair, and production requirements for legacy systems and equipment utilizing this component.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Circuit Configuration	SPST (Single-Pole, Single-Throw)
Number of Positions	8
Current Rating	100mA
Voltage Rating	24VDC
Actuator Type	Slide (Standard)
Mounting Type	Through Hole
Termination Style	PC Pin
Pitch	0.100" (2.54mm)
Height Above Board	0.228" (5.80mm)
Contact Material	Copper Alloy
Contact Finish	Gold
Body Material	Polyphenylene Sulfide (PPS)
Operating Temperature Range	-30°C to 85°C
Mechanical Life	5,000 Cycles
Electrical Life	5,000 Cycles

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the obsolete ARE083.3K is based on electrical and mechanical parameter equivalence within the TE Connectivity ALCOSWITCH Switches product line. The substitute part must satisfy all of the following criteria:

Critical Substitution Parameters:

Circuit configuration: SPST
Number of positions: 8
Current rating: 100mA
Voltage rating: 24VDC
Actuator type: Slide (Standard)
Mounting type: Through Hole
Termination style: PC Pin
Pitch: 0.100" (2.54mm)
Height above board: 0.228" (5.80mm)
Contact material: Copper Alloy
Contact finish: Gold
Body material: Polyphenylene Sulfide (PPS)
Operating temperature range: -30°C to 85°C
Mechanical life: 5,000 Cycles
Electrical life: 5,000 Cycles

The substitute part 1825428-1 meets all specified electrical and mechanical parameters and is classified as an active product, providing continued availability and support.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	ARE083.3K (Main Part)	1825428-1 (Substitute)	Match
Manufacturer	TE Connectivity ALCOSWITCH Switches	TE Connectivity ALCOSWITCH Switches	Yes
Series	ARE	ARE	Yes
Circuit Configuration	SPST	SPST	Yes
Number of Positions	8	8	Yes
Current Rating (Amps)	100mA	100mA	Yes
Voltage Rating	24VDC	24VDC	Yes
Actuator Type	Slide (Standard)	Slide (Standard)	Yes
Actuator Level	Raised	Raised	Yes
Contact Material	Copper Alloy	Copper Alloy	Yes
Contact Finish	Gold	Gold	Yes
Height Above Board	0.228" (5.80mm)	0.228" (5.80mm)	Yes
Mounting Type	Through Hole	Through Hole	Yes
Termination Style	PC Pin	PC Pin	Yes
Pitch	0.100" (2.54mm), Full	0.100" (2.54mm), Full	Yes
Washable	Yes	Yes	Yes
Operating Temperature	-30°C ~ 85°C	-30°C ~ 85°C	Yes
Body Material	Polyphenylene Sulfide (PPS)	Polyphenylene Sulfide (PPS)	Yes
Length	0.878" (22.30mm)	0.878" (22.30mm)	Yes
Mechanical Life	5,000 Cycles	5,000 Cycles	Yes
Electrical Life	5,000 Cycles	5,000 Cycles	Yes
Product Status	Obsolete	Active	Substitute is active
ECCN	EAR99	EAR99	Yes
HTSUS	8536.50.9065	8536.50.9065	Yes

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The part 1825428-1 is a direct functional equivalent to the obsolete ARE083.3K. Both components are manufactured by TE Connectivity ALCOSWITCH Switches within the ARE series and share identical electrical ratings, mechanical dimensions, and contact specifications.

The primary distinction between the two parts is product status: ARE083.3K is obsolete, while 1825428-1 is classified as active. The active status of 1825428-1 ensures ongoing manufacturer support, availability, and compliance with current industry standards.

Both parts carry identical export classification (EAR99) and tariff codes (HTSUS 8536.50.9065), indicating equivalent regulatory treatment for procurement and logistics purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can 1825428-1 be used as a direct replacement for ARE083.3K in existing designs?

A: Yes. The 1825428-1 is electrically and mechanically equivalent to the ARE083.3K. All critical parameters including circuit configuration, current and voltage ratings, actuator type, mounting dimensions, and contact specifications are identical. No design modifications are required.

Q: What is the primary advantage of switching from ARE083.3K to 1825428-1?

A: The 1825428-1 is an active product with ongoing manufacturer support and availability. The ARE083.3K is obsolete and subject to supply discontinuation. Transitioning to 1825428-1 ensures long-term component availability for production and maintenance applications.

Q: Are the physical dimensions identical between these two parts?

A: Yes. Both parts have identical height above board (0.228" / 5.80mm), length (0.878" / 22.30mm), and pitch (0.100" / 2.54mm). They are pin-compatible and require no PCB layout modifications.

Q: Do both parts have the same contact material and finish?

A: Yes. Both ARE083.3K and 1825428-1 feature copper alloy contacts with gold plating, ensuring equivalent electrical performance and corrosion resistance.

Q: What is the operating temperature range for both parts?

A: Both parts operate across the temperature range of -30°C to 85°C, providing identical thermal performance specifications.

Q: Are there any compliance or certification differences between the two parts?

A: Both parts share identical export classification (EAR99) and tariff codes (HTSUS 8536.50.9065). The ARE083.3K is RoHS non-compliant, while 1825428-1 has RoHS status listed as not applicable. Both are REACH unaffected.

Q: What is the mechanical and electrical life rating for these switches?

A: Both parts are rated for 5,000 cycles of mechanical life and 5,000 cycles of electrical life under specified operating conditions.

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