BD06AV2 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The BD06AV2 is a 6-position DIP slide switch manufactured by C&K, rated for 100mA at 5VDC with through-hole, right-angle mounting. This component is classified as obsolete, making equivalent substitute parts necessary for ongoing production and maintenance applications. The part features phosphor bronze contacts with gold finish, polybutylene terephthalate housing, and is suitable for applications requiring reliable switching in the 5V logic domain.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Circuit Configuration	SPST (Single Pole Single Throw)
Number of Positions	6
Current Rating	100mA
Voltage Rating	5VDC
Actuator Type	Slide (Standard), Raised Level
Mounting Type	Through Hole, Right Angle
Pitch	0.100" (2.54mm)
Contact Material	Phosphor Bronze with Gold Finish
Operating Temperature Range	-40°C to 85°C
Mechanical Life	10,000 Cycles
Electrical Life	10,000 Cycles
RoHS Status	RoHS Compliant

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the BD06AV2 is determined by the following critical parameters: circuit configuration (SPST), number of positions (6), mounting type (through-hole, right-angle), pitch (0.100"), contact material and finish, and operating temperature range (-40°C to 85°C).

The substitute parts are grouped into two categories:

Category 1 - Direct Functional Equivalent: BD06AV (C&K) maintains identical electrical and mechanical specifications to the BD06AV2, differing only in product status (active vs. obsolete) and packaging format (tube vs. bulk).

Category 2 - Voltage/Current Derating Substitutes: KAS2106E and KAS2106ET (E-Switch) share the same circuit configuration, position count, mounting type, pitch, contact materials, and operating temperature range. These parts operate at 24VDC with 25mA current rating, representing a voltage and current derating from the original 5VDC/100mA specification. The mechanical life is reduced to 2,000 cycles. KAS2106ET includes tape seal washability feature; KAS2106E does not.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	BD06AV2 (Main)	BD06AV	KAS2106E	KAS2106ET
Manufacturer	C&K	C&K	E-Switch	E-Switch
Circuit	SPST	SPST	SPST	SPST
Positions	6	6	6	6
Current Rating	100mA	100mA	25mA	25mA
Voltage Rating	5VDC	5VDC	24VDC	24VDC
Actuator Type	Slide (Standard)	Slide (Standard)	Slide (Standard)	Slide (Standard)
Mounting Type	Through Hole, Right Angle	Through Hole, Right Angle	Through Hole, Right Angle	Through Hole, Right Angle
Pitch	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)	0.100" (2.54mm)
Contact Material	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze	Phosphor Bronze
Contact Finish	Gold	Gold	Gold	Gold
Operating Temperature	-40°C to 85°C	-40°C to 85°C	-40°C to 85°C	-40°C to 85°C
Mechanical Life	10,000 Cycles	10,000 Cycles	2,000 Cycles	2,000 Cycles
Electrical Life	10,000 Cycles	10,000 Cycles	2,000 Cycles	2,000 Cycles
RoHS Status	RoHS Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant
Product Status	Obsolete	Active	Active	Active
Washable	Yes	Yes	No	Yes

Engineering Selection Recommendations

BD06AV (C&K): This part is the primary substitute for BD06AV2. It maintains identical electrical specifications (100mA, 5VDC), mechanical life (10,000 cycles), and physical form factor. The part is active in production with ROHS3 compliance certification. Selection of BD06AV is appropriate for direct replacement in existing designs without circuit modification.

KAS2106E and KAS2106ET (E-Switch): These parts are suitable only for applications where the circuit design can accommodate 24VDC operation and 25mA maximum current draw. The reduced mechanical and electrical life (2,000 cycles) requires evaluation against application duty cycle requirements. KAS2106ET is preferred over KAS2106E when washability is a process requirement. Both parts carry ROHS3 compliance and are active in production.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can KAS2106E or KAS2106ET be used as direct replacements for BD06AV2?

A: Direct replacement is not possible without circuit redesign. The KAS series operates at 24VDC with 25mA current rating, compared to the BD06AV2 specification of 5VDC and 100mA. Application circuits must be evaluated to confirm compatibility with the higher voltage and lower current specifications.

Q: What is the primary difference between KAS2106E and KAS2106ET?

A: Both parts share identical electrical and mechanical specifications. KAS2106ET includes a tape seal feature and is washable; KAS2106E is not washable. Selection depends on manufacturing process requirements for cleaning and handling.

Q: Why does BD06AV have different RoHS certification than BD06AV2?

A: BD06AV2 carries RoHS Compliant status, while BD06AV carries ROHS3 Compliant status. ROHS3 represents a more recent certification standard. Both parts meet RoHS requirements; the difference reflects the certification date and standard version applicable at the time of manufacture.

Q: Are there inventory considerations for substitute selection?

A: BD06AV has 2,344 units in stock, KAS2106ET has 1,478 units, and KAS2106E has 4,523 units available. Inventory levels should be evaluated against production volume and lead time requirements.

Q: What is the impact of reduced mechanical life in the KAS series?

A: KAS2106E and KAS2106ET are rated for 2,000 mechanical cycles compared to 10,000 cycles for BD06AV2 and BD06AV. Applications requiring frequent switch actuation must evaluate whether the reduced cycle life meets operational requirements.

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