GKLE46L9A4 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The GKLE46L9A4 is an interlock safety switch manufactured by Honeywell Sensing and Productivity Solutions. This component is classified as obsolete and is no longer in active production. The product carries RoHS Compliant certification and features unlimited moisture sensitivity level (MSL 1).

Due to its obsolete status, identifying functionally equivalent substitute components is essential for system maintenance, repair, and new design implementations where interlock safety switching functionality is required.

Substiute Parts

GKLE46L9A4

Honeywell Sensing and Productivity SolutionsIn Stock: 800GKLE46L9A4 Datasheet

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SG-B1-MA-G5

Panasonic Industrial Automation SalesIn Stock: 1049SG-B1-MA-G5 Datasheet

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Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

The substitute part SG-B1-MA-G5 (Panasonic Industrial Automation Sales) is identified as an equivalent based on the following substitution criteria:

Functional Classification: Both components serve interlock and safety switching applications within industrial automation systems.

Compliance Alignment: The substitute part maintains RoHS compliance (ROHS3 Compliant), ensuring regulatory consistency with the original component.

Moisture Sensitivity: Both parts feature MSL 1 (Unlimited), indicating identical environmental tolerance specifications.

Product Availability: The substitute part maintains active product status with 954 units in current inventory, providing reliable supply continuity for applications requiring the GKLE46L9A4.

Certification Standards: The substitute part carries CE, cULus, and TUV approvals, supporting industrial safety and compliance requirements.

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Engineering Selection Recommendations

For Obsolete Component Replacement:

The GKLE46L9A4 is classified as obsolete. The SG-B1-MA-G5 substitute part is recommended for new designs and system replacements requiring interlock safety switching functionality. This substitute maintains active product status, ensuring long-term supply availability and continued manufacturer support.

Compliance Considerations:

Both components satisfy RoHS compliance requirements. The substitute part carries ROHS3 certification, representing the current regulatory standard. Both components feature MSL 1 rating, confirming equivalent environmental tolerance specifications.

Certification and Approval:

The SG-B1-MA-G5 carries CE, cULus, and TUV certifications, meeting international industrial safety standards. These certifications support deployment in regulated industrial automation environments.

Inventory and Supply Chain:

Current inventory of 954 units for the substitute part provides supply continuity. The original GKLE46L9A4 maintains 700 units in stock; however, obsolete status indicates no future production.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Why is the GKLE46L9A4 classified as obsolete?

A: The GKLE46L9A4 has reached end-of-life status with the manufacturer. Honeywell Sensing and Productivity Solutions no longer manufactures this component. Existing inventory remains available, but no future production is planned.

Q: What are the key substitution criteria for interlock safety switches?

A: Substitution is determined by functional classification (interlock safety switching), compliance alignment (RoHS status), moisture sensitivity level (MSL rating), and regulatory certifications. The SG-B1-MA-G5 meets these criteria.

Q: Is the SG-B1-MA-G5 a direct replacement?

A: The SG-B1-MA-G5 is functionally equivalent for interlock safety switching applications. Both components maintain RoHS compliance and MSL 1 ratings. The substitute part is actively manufactured and certified by CE, cULus, and TUV.

Q: What is the difference between RoHS and ROHS3 compliance?

A: ROHS3 represents the current regulatory standard for RoHS compliance. Both the original and substitute parts satisfy RoHS requirements; ROHS3 indicates the substitute part meets the latest regulatory specifications.

Q: Are there packaging differences between these components?

A: The original GKLE46L9A4 packaging is not specified in available documentation. The SG-B1-MA-G5 is supplied in bulk packaging. Packaging compatibility should be verified based on specific application requirements.

Q: What certifications does the substitute part carry?

A: The SG-B1-MA-G5 carries CE, cULus, and TUV certifications, supporting deployment in industrial automation systems requiring international safety compliance.

Q: Is the substitute part suitable for the same operating environment?

A: Both components feature MSL 1 (Unlimited) moisture sensitivity ratings. The substitute part specifies IP67 ingress protection (dust tight, waterproof) and operating temperature range of -25°C to 70°C. Environmental compatibility should be confirmed for specific applications.