Switchcraft C46206LR Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Switchcraft C46206LR is a slide switch with DPDT (Double Pole Double Throw) configuration rated for 3A at 125V AC and 500mA at 125V DC. This component features a through-hole mounting design with PC pin termination and non-shorting contact timing (BBM). The C46206LR is classified as obsolete, making identification of compatible substitute parts essential for ongoing design support and procurement planning.

Substiute Parts

C46206LR

Switchcraft Inc.In Stock: 837C46206LR Datasheet

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C46206LRX

Switchcraft Inc.In Stock: 994C46206LRX Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the C46206LR is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

Circuit configuration (DPDT), switch function (On-On), contact timing (Non-Shorting BBM), current ratings (3A AC / 500mA DC), voltage ratings (125V AC / 125V DC), mounting type (Through Hole), termination style (PC Pin), actuator type (Standard), actuator length (8.74mm), switch travel (4.78mm), contact material (Copper Alloy), actuator material (Thermoplastic), and operating temperature range (-20°C to 70°C).

The substitute part C46206LRX meets all these criteria while offering improved product status and regulatory compliance.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The C46206LRX is a direct functional equivalent to the C46206LR with identical electrical and mechanical specifications. The primary distinction is product status: C46206LRX is active and carries ROHS3 compliance certification, whereas C46206LR is obsolete and RoHS non-compliant. For new designs or ongoing production requiring regulatory compliance with modern environmental standards, C46206LRX is the appropriate selection. Both parts share identical circuit configuration, current and voltage ratings, contact timing, mounting characteristics, and physical dimensions, ensuring mechanical and electrical interchangeability within the same application context.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can C46206LRX be used as a direct replacement for C46206LR?

A: Yes. C46206LRX is electrically and mechanically equivalent to C46206LR. Both parts feature identical DPDT configuration, 3A AC / 500mA DC ratings, 125V AC/DC voltage ratings, through-hole mounting, PC pin termination, and physical dimensions (8.74mm actuator length, 4.78mm switch travel).

Q: What is the primary advantage of C46206LRX over C46206LR?

A: C46206LRX is an active product with ROHS3 compliance certification, whereas C46206LR is obsolete and RoHS non-compliant. For applications requiring regulatory compliance or long-term component availability, C46206LRX is the preferred choice.

Q: Are there packaging differences between these parts?

A: C46206LR packaging is unspecified in available documentation. C46206LRX is supplied in bulk packaging. Confirm packaging requirements with your procurement specifications.

Q: Do these parts have identical contact timing characteristics?

A: Yes. Both C46206LR and C46206LRX use non-shorting contact timing (BBM), ensuring identical switching behavior in On-On applications.

Q: Are the physical dimensions identical?

A: Yes. Both parts have 8.74mm actuator length and 4.78mm switch travel, ensuring identical PCB footprint and mechanical fit.