EVQ-3PLA15 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The EVQ-3PLA15 is an active, ROHS3-compliant tactile switch manufactured by Panasonic Electronic Components. This surface mount SPST-NO switch is designed for applications requiring low-current switching at 15VDC with a contact rating of 0.02A. The part operates with a 357gf actuating force and 0.25mm switch travel, delivering 200,000 mechanical cycles over an operating temperature range of -20°C to 70°C. Substitute parts are identified to address inventory availability, lead time constraints, or design optimization requirements while maintaining functional equivalence within specified electrical and mechanical parameters.

Substiute Parts

EVQ-3PLA15

Panasonic Electronic ComponentsIn Stock: 3513EVQ-3PLA15 Datasheet

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EVQ-PLMA15

Panasonic Electronic ComponentsIn Stock: 50399EVQ-PLMA15 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the EVQ-3PLA15 is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

Electrical Parameters: Circuit configuration (SPST-NO), contact rating (0.02A @ 15VDC), and switch function (Off-Mom) must remain identical.

Mechanical Parameters: Surface mount mounting type, J Lead termination style, 4.90mm x 4.90mm outline dimensions, and 1.50mm actuator height must be maintained. Switch travel (0.25mm) and mechanical life rating (200,000 cycles) define the operational envelope.

Environmental & Compliance Parameters: Operating temperature range (-20°C ~ 70°C), RoHS3 compliance, MSL 1 rating, and REACH unaffected status must be preserved.

Allowable Variance: Operating force may vary within the design envelope of the product category. The EVQ-3PLA15 specifies 357gf; substitute parts with different operating force values remain functionally equivalent if all other parameters are maintained, as force variation reflects design optimization rather than functional incompatibility.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

Both the EVQ-3PLA15 and EVQ-PLMA15 are active products manufactured by Panasonic Electronic Components with identical ROHS3 compliance, REACH unaffected status, and MSL 1 ratings. Both parts satisfy the same electrical and mechanical specifications for SPST-NO tactile switch applications at 0.02A @ 15VDC.

The primary distinction between these parts is operating force: the EVQ-3PLA15 operates at 357gf while the EVQ-PLMA15 operates at 265gf. This difference reflects design variants within the same product family and does not affect functional equivalence for applications where the specified force range is acceptable.

Selection between these parts should be based on application-specific actuator force requirements and inventory availability. Both parts are suitable for direct substitution in designs where the operating force specification permits the variance.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the EVQ-PLMA15 be used as a direct replacement for the EVQ-3PLA15?

A: Yes. Both parts share identical electrical ratings (0.02A @ 15VDC, SPST-NO), mechanical dimensions (4.90mm x 4.90mm, 1.50mm height), termination style (J Lead), switch travel (0.25mm), and compliance certifications (ROHS3, REACH unaffected). The operating force difference (265gf vs. 357gf) represents a design variant and does not prevent functional substitution if the application tolerates this force range.

Q: Are there any packaging differences between these parts?

A: Both parts are supplied in Tape & Reel (TR) packaging. No packaging differences exist between the EVQ-3PLA15 and EVQ-PLMA15.

Q: Do these parts have different mechanical life ratings?

A: No. Both the EVQ-3PLA15 and EVQ-PLMA15 are rated for 200,000 mechanical cycles, ensuring equivalent durability in cyclic switching applications.

Q: What is the significance of the operating force difference?

A: Operating force (357gf vs. 265gf) determines the tactile feedback and actuation pressure required from the user. The EVQ-3PLA15 requires greater force to actuate, while the EVQ-PLMA15 requires less force. Selection depends on application ergonomics and user interface design requirements. Both force values are within the standard operating envelope for this product category.

Q: Are both parts suitable for the same temperature range?

A: Yes. Both parts operate across the identical temperature range of -20°C to 70°C and are rated for unlimited moisture sensitivity (MSL 1).

Q: Can these parts be used interchangeably on the same PCB assembly?

A: Yes. Identical outline dimensions (4.90mm x 4.90mm), actuator height (1.50mm), and J Lead termination ensure mechanical and electrical compatibility on the same PCB layout. No design modifications are required for substitution.