EE2-24NUX General Purpose Relay DPDT Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The EE2-24NUX is a general purpose relay manufactured by KEMET, classified as a DPDT (2 Form C) surface mount component with a 24VDC coil voltage and 2A contact rating. This relay is designed for switching applications requiring dual-pole, dual-throw functionality in compact surface mount packages. The part maintains Active product status with 913 pieces in current inventory stock.

Identifying equivalent and substitute parts is necessary when addressing supply chain constraints, managing inventory optimization, or selecting functionally compatible alternatives that meet identical electrical and mechanical specifications for circuit design requirements.

Substiute Parts

EE2-24NUX

KEMETIn Stock: 948EE2-24NUX Datasheet

Current PartRFQ

EE2-24NU

KEMETIn Stock: 14253EE2-24NU Datasheet

Parametric EquivalentRFQ

Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the EE2-24NUX are determined by strict equivalence across all critical electrical and mechanical parameters. The substitution logic is based on the following key parameters that must remain identical:

Electrical Parameters:

• Coil Voltage: 24VDC
• Contact Form: DPDT (2 Form C)
• Contact Rating: 2 A
• Switching Voltage: 250VAC, 220VDC - Max
• Coil Current: 8.3 mA
• Coil Type: Non Latching
• Coil Resistance: 2.88 kOhms
• Must Operate Voltage: 18 VDC
• Must Release Voltage: 2.4 VDC
• Operate Time: 2 ms
• Release Time: 1 ms

Mechanical Parameters:

• Mounting Type: Surface Mount
• Termination Style: Gull Wing
• Operating Temperature: -40°C ~ 85°C
• Contact Material: Silver Alloy, Gold Alloy

Compliance Parameters:

• RoHS Status: ROHS3 Compliant
• Moisture Sensitivity Level: 1 (Unlimited)
• REACH Status: REACH Unaffected

Parts meeting all these criteria are classified as parametric equivalents and direct substitutes for the EE2-24NUX.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The EE2-24NU is a direct parametric equivalent to the EE2-24NUX. Both parts are manufactured by KEMET within the EE2 series and share identical electrical specifications, mechanical characteristics, and compliance certifications.

Selection Basis:

Both parts maintain Active product status, ensuring continued availability and manufacturing support. Both are ROHS3 compliant and REACH unaffected, meeting current environmental and regulatory requirements for industrial and commercial applications.

The EE2-24NU offers significantly higher inventory availability (14,175 pieces versus 913 pieces), making it the preferred selection when supply chain optimization is a consideration. The identical coil voltage (24VDC), contact form (DPDT), current rating (2A), and switching voltage specifications ensure direct functional interchangeability in circuit applications.

Both parts employ gull wing termination for surface mount assembly and operate across the identical temperature range (-40°C to 85°C), supporting deployment in standard and extended temperature environments.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can EE2-24NU be used as a direct replacement for EE2-24NUX in existing designs?

A: Yes. The EE2-24NU is a parametric equivalent with identical electrical and mechanical specifications. All coil voltage, contact form, current rating, switching voltage, timing characteristics, and termination specifications are identical. Direct substitution is supported without circuit modification.

Q: Are there differences in contact material between these parts?

A: No. Both the EE2-24NUX and EE2-24NU employ Silver Alloy and Gold Alloy contact materials, providing identical switching performance and contact reliability.

Q: Do both parts support the same operating temperature range?

A: Yes. Both parts operate across -40°C to 85°C, supporting identical thermal deployment requirements.

Q: What is the significance of the different inventory levels?

A: The EE2-24NU maintains substantially higher stock (14,175 pieces) compared to the EE2-24NUX (913 pieces). This inventory difference may influence lead time and availability for high-volume procurement requirements, though both parts maintain Active product status.

Q: Are both parts RoHS and REACH compliant?

A: Yes. Both the EE2-24NUX and EE2-24NU are ROHS3 compliant and REACH unaffected, meeting current environmental regulations for industrial component applications.

Q: Is the gull wing termination identical on both parts?

A: Yes. Both parts employ gull wing termination style, ensuring compatibility with standard surface mount assembly processes and PCB footprints.

Q: What is the coil resistance specification for both parts?

A: Both parts have a coil resistance of 2.88 kOhms, supporting identical circuit design calculations and power consumption profiles.