FT2431-0000-0010-L Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The FT2431-0000-0010-L is a force load cell sensor manufactured by TE Connectivity Measurement Specialties, designed for 10 lbs (4.54 kgf) force measurement applications. This component operates with ratiometric output ranging from 0.5 V to 4.5 V and is supplied with 5V power. The part is classified as obsolete, making identification of active equivalent components essential for ongoing system support and new design implementations.

Substiute Parts

FT2431-0000-0010-L

TE Connectivity Measurement SpecialtiesIn Stock: 993FT2431-0000-0010-L Datasheet

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FC2231-0000-0010-L

TE Connectivity Measurement SpecialtiesIn Stock: 1299FC2231-0000-0010-L Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the FT2431-0000-0010-L is based on equivalence across the following critical parameters:

Mandatory Matching Parameters:

• Operating Force: 4.54 kgf (10 lbs)
• Sensor Type: Load Cell
• Supply Voltage: 5V
• Output Range: 0.5 V ~ 4.5 V
• Accuracy: ±1%
• Compensated Temperature Range: 0°C ~ 50°C
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C ~ 85°C

The FC2231-0000-0010-L satisfies all mandatory parameters and represents an active product alternative to the obsolete FT2431-0000-0010-L. Both components are manufactured by TE Connectivity Measurement Specialties and maintain identical force measurement specifications, electrical output characteristics, and thermal operating ranges.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The FC2231-0000-0010-L is the direct active equivalent for the obsolete FT2431-0000-0010-L. Selection of the FC2231-0000-0010-L is supported by the following factors:

Product Status: The FC2231-0000-0010-L maintains active product status with TE Connectivity Measurement Specialties, ensuring ongoing availability and manufacturing support compared to the obsolete FT2431-0000-0010-L.

Compliance and Certifications: The FC2231-0000-0010-L is RoHS3 compliant and REACH unaffected, providing regulatory alignment for applications requiring environmental compliance documentation. Both components share identical ECCN (EAR99) and HTSUS (9031.80.8085) classifications.

Electrical and Thermal Equivalence: All critical electrical parameters—supply voltage, output range, accuracy, and thermal operating ranges—are identical between the two components, ensuring functional interchangeability in existing circuit designs.

Packaging Consideration: The FC2231-0000-0010-L is supplied in bulk packaging, whereas the FT2431-0000-0010-L packaging specification was not provided. Verify packaging requirements for your application before final component selection.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the FC2231-0000-0010-L directly replace the FT2431-0000-0010-L in existing designs?

A: Yes. Both components share identical operating force (4.54 kgf / 10 lbs), output range (0.5 V ~ 4.5 V), supply voltage (5V), accuracy (±1%), and thermal operating ranges (-40°C ~ 85°C). No circuit modifications are required for functional substitution.

Q: What is the primary reason for substituting the FT2431-0000-0010-L?

A: The FT2431-0000-0010-L is classified as obsolete. The FC2231-0000-0010-L is the active equivalent from TE Connectivity Measurement Specialties, ensuring continued component availability and manufacturing support.

Q: Are there differences in output characteristics between these two load cell sensors?

A: Both components provide 0.5 V ~ 4.5 V output with ±1% accuracy. The FT2431-0000-0010-L specifies ratiometric output, while the FC2231-0000-0010-L output specification does not include this descriptor. Both operate with 5V supply voltage and maintain identical compensated temperature ranges (0°C ~ 50°C).

Q: What compliance certifications apply to the FC2231-0000-0010-L?

A: The FC2231-0000-0010-L is RoHS3 compliant and REACH unaffected. Both components share EAR99 export classification and 9031.80.8085 HTSUS code.

Q: Does packaging differ between these components?

A: The FC2231-0000-0010-L is supplied in bulk packaging. Packaging information for the FT2431-0000-0010-L was not provided in the component specifications. Confirm packaging requirements for your procurement and assembly processes.

Q: Are both components rated for the same temperature operating range?

A: Yes. Both the FT2431-0000-0010-L and FC2231-0000-0010-L operate across -40°C ~ 85°C with compensated accuracy maintained from 0°C ~ 50°C.