DS10 DIP Switch SPST 10 Position Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The DS10 is a slide-actuated DIP switch manufactured by APEM Inc., configured as a single-pole single-throw (SPST) switch with 10 positions. It is rated for 50mA at 24VDC and designed for through-hole mounting on printed circuit boards. The DS10 carries an obsolete product status, making identification of functionally equivalent alternatives necessary for ongoing design support and component procurement.

Substiute Parts

DS10

APEM Inc.In Stock: 710DS10 Datasheet

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208-10

CTS ElectrocomponentsIn Stock: 2841208-10 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

The CTS Electrocomponents 208-10 qualifies as a functional substitute for the DS10 based on the following critical parameters:

• Circuit Configuration: Both parts are SPST switches
• Position Count: Both provide 10 positions
• Current Rating: Both are rated for 50mA
• Voltage Rating: Both operate at 24VDC
• Actuator Type: Both use slide-standard actuation
• Mounting Method: Both are through-hole mounted
• Pitch Spacing: Both use 0.100" (2.54mm) pitch
• Termination: Both use PC pin termination
• Electrical Life: Both specify 2,000 cycles
• Regulatory Compliance: Both are ROHS3 compliant and REACH unaffected

These parameters define the substitution scope for this product category.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The CTS Electrocomponents 208-10 is an active product with equivalent electrical specifications to the obsolete DS10. Both parts meet ROHS3 compliance and REACH requirements. The 208-10 offers an extended operating temperature range (-55°C to 85°C versus -20°C to 70°C), which provides broader environmental tolerance. Physical dimensions differ slightly; the 208-10 is marginally taller (0.334" versus 0.271") and longer (1.086" versus 1.060"), requiring verification of available board space in existing designs. The 208-10 is available in tube packaging and maintains active manufacturing status, ensuring long-term supply continuity.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the CTS 208-10 directly replace the APEM DS10 in existing designs?

A: The 208-10 matches all critical electrical parameters (SPST, 10 positions, 50mA, 24VDC, 2,000 cycle electrical life) and mounting specifications (through-hole, 0.100" pitch, PC pin termination). Physical dimensions differ slightly; board layout must accommodate the increased height (0.334" versus 0.271") and length (1.086" versus 1.060").

Q: What are the key parameters that define substitution for DIP switches in this category?

A: Circuit configuration (SPST), position count (10), current rating (50mA), voltage rating (24VDC), actuator type (slide standard), mounting method (through-hole), pitch spacing (0.100"), and termination style (PC pin) are the primary criteria. Electrical life (2,000 cycles) and regulatory compliance (ROHS3, REACH) must also align.

Q: Does the extended temperature range of the 208-10 affect compatibility?

A: The 208-10 operates across -55°C to 85°C, compared to the DS10's -20°C to 70°C range. This represents an expansion of the operating envelope and does not create incompatibility; it provides additional environmental tolerance for applications requiring broader temperature performance.

Q: Are there packaging considerations when sourcing the 208-10?

A: The 208-10 is supplied in tube packaging. Procurement and handling procedures should account for this packaging format. The DS10 packaging format was not specified in available data.

Q: What is the mechanical life difference between these parts?

A: The DS10 specifies 5,000 mechanical cycles, while the 208-10 does not provide a mechanical life specification in available data. Both specify 2,000 electrical cycles, which is the relevant parameter for electrical switching applications.