GLFA01E7B Snap Action Switch - Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The GLFA01E7B is a snap action switch manufactured by Honeywell Sensing and Productivity Solutions, classified as an SPDT (Single Pole Double Throw) chassis mount switch with a rated capacity of 6A at 120V AC. This component is designed for applications requiring reliable switching with status indication and IP67 environmental protection.

The GLFA01E7B carries an Obsolete product status. Identifying equivalent substitute parts is necessary to ensure design continuity, maintain supply chain reliability, and support ongoing production or maintenance requirements for systems currently utilizing this component.

Substiute Parts

GLFA01E7B
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GLFA01E7B
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GLFC01E7B
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Key Parameters

Parameter Value
Manufacturer Part Number GLFA01E7B
Manufacturer Honeywell Sensing and Productivity Solutions
Series GLS
Circuit Configuration SPDT
Switch Function On-Momentary
Current Rating (AC) 6A
Current Rating (DC) 550mA
Voltage Rating (AC) 120V
Voltage Rating (DC) 125V
Mounting Type Chassis Mount
Termination Style Screw Terminal
Ingress Protection IP67
Actuator Type Spring, Coil
Operating Temperature Range -25°C to 85°C
Mechanical Life 15,000,000 Cycles
RoHS Status RoHS Compliant
Product Status Obsolete

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the GLFA01E7B is determined by strict equivalence across the following critical parameters:

Electrical Compatibility Requirements:

  • Circuit configuration: SPDT
  • Switch function: On-Momentary operation
  • Current rating: 6A (AC) and 550mA (DC)
  • Voltage rating: 120V (AC) and 125V (DC)

Mechanical & Environmental Compatibility Requirements:

  • Mounting type: Chassis Mount
  • Termination style: Screw Terminal
  • Ingress protection: IP67 (Dust Tight, Waterproof)
  • Actuator type: Spring, Coil
  • Operating temperature range: -25°C to 85°C
  • Mechanical life: 15,000,000 Cycles

Regulatory & Compliance Requirements:

  • RoHS Compliant status

The substitute part GLFC01E7B meets all specified parameters identically to the main part, with the distinction that it maintains Active product status, ensuring ongoing manufacturer support and availability.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter GLFA01E7B (Main Part) GLFC01E7B (Substitute) Match Status
Manufacturer Honeywell Sensing and Productivity Solutions Honeywell Sensing and Productivity Solutions Identical
Series GLS GLS Identical
Circuit Configuration SPDT SPDT Identical
Switch Function On-Momentary On-Momentary Identical
Current Rating (AC) 6A 6A Identical
Current Rating (DC) 550mA 550mA Identical
Voltage Rating (AC) 120V 120V Identical
Voltage Rating (DC) 125V 125V Identical
Mounting Type Chassis Mount Chassis Mount Identical
Termination Style Screw Terminal Screw Terminal Identical
Ingress Protection IP67 IP67 Identical
Actuator Type Spring, Coil Spring, Coil Identical
Operating Temperature Range -25°C to 85°C -25°C to 85°C Identical
Mechanical Life 15,000,000 Cycles 15,000,000 Cycles Identical
RoHS Status RoHS Compliant RoHS Compliant Identical
Product Status Obsolete Active Different

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The GLFC01E7B is a direct functional equivalent to the GLFA01E7B. Both components are manufactured by Honeywell Sensing and Productivity Solutions within the GLS series and share identical electrical, mechanical, and environmental specifications.

The primary distinction is product lifecycle status: GLFA01E7B is classified as Obsolete, while GLFC01E7B maintains Active status. This difference has direct implications for supply chain management and long-term component availability.

For new designs or ongoing production requiring this switch type, GLFC01E7B is the appropriate selection due to its Active product status, which ensures continued manufacturer support, documented availability, and compliance with current manufacturing standards.

For legacy systems currently operating with GLFA01E7B, substitution with GLFC01E7B provides electrical and mechanical compatibility without design modification, provided that the system's mechanical envelope and connector interface accommodate the substitute part's physical configuration.

Both components are RoHS Compliant, satisfying regulatory requirements for restricted substances in electrical and electronic equipment.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can GLFC01E7B be used as a direct replacement for GLFA01E7B in existing applications?

A: Yes. The GLFC01E7B meets all specified electrical, mechanical, and environmental parameters of the GLFA01E7B. Compatibility is confirmed across circuit configuration (SPDT), current and voltage ratings (6A/120V AC, 550mA/125V DC), mounting type (Chassis Mount), termination style (Screw Terminal), ingress protection (IP67), and operating temperature range (-25°C to 85°C).

Q: What is the significance of the product status difference between these parts?

A: GLFA01E7B carries Obsolete status, indicating that the manufacturer has discontinued production and support. GLFC01E7B maintains Active status, meaning the manufacturer continues to produce, support, and document this component. For procurement planning, Active status ensures ongoing availability and compliance with current manufacturing standards.

Q: Are there any packaging or physical dimension differences between GLFA01E7B and GLFC01E7B?

A: Both components are specified with identical mounting type (Chassis Mount) and termination style (Screw Terminal). No packaging or dimensional variations are indicated in the provided specifications. Physical verification is recommended prior to installation in space-constrained applications.

Q: Do both parts meet the same regulatory and compliance standards?

A: Yes. Both GLFA01E7B and GLFC01E7B are RoHS Compliant and carry identical ECCN (EAR99) and HTSUS (8536.50.9055) classifications, confirming equivalent regulatory status.

Q: What is the mechanical life expectancy for these switches?

A: Both components are rated for 15,000,000 mechanical cycles under specified operating conditions within the temperature range of -25°C to 85°C.

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