HC1E-HP-DC6V-F Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The HC1E-HP-DC6V-F is a general purpose relay manufactured by Panasonic Electric Works, featuring a Single Pole Double Throw (SPDT) contact configuration with a 6VDC coil and 5A contact rating. This through-hole mounted relay is designed for general industrial switching applications with sealed construction and cadmium-free contact materials.

The HC1E-HP-DC6V-F is classified as obsolete. Identifying equivalent substitute parts is necessary to maintain design continuity, ensure supply chain availability, and support ongoing production or maintenance requirements for systems utilizing this relay.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Coil Voltage	6VDC
Contact Form	SPDT (1 Form C)
Contact Rating (Current)	5 A
Switching Voltage	250VAC - Max
Mounting Type	Through Hole
Termination Style	PC Pin
Coil Type	Non Latching
Seal Rating	Sealed - Fully
Operating Temperature Range	-40°C ~ 60°C

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution eligibility for the HC1E-HP-DC6V-F is determined by the following critical parameters:

Coil Voltage: Must be 6VDC
Contact Form: Must be SPDT (1 Form C)
Contact Rating: Must be rated for 5A minimum
Mounting Type: Must be Through Hole
Termination Style: Must be PC Pin
Coil Type: Must be Non Latching

The PE014006 manufactured by TE Connectivity Potter & Brumfield Relays satisfies all mandatory substitution criteria. This part maintains electrical and mechanical compatibility while offering enhanced performance characteristics and active product status.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	HC1E-HP-DC6V-F (Main Part)	PE014006 (Substitute)
Manufacturer	Panasonic Electric Works	TE Connectivity Potter & Brumfield Relays
Product Status	Obsolete	Active
Coil Voltage	6VDC	6VDC
Contact Form	SPDT (1 Form C)	SPDT (1 Form C)
Contact Rating (Current)	5 A	5 A
Switching Voltage (Max)	250VAC	400VAC
Coil Current	150 mA	34.8 mA
Mounting Type	Through Hole	Through Hole
Termination Style	PC Pin	PC Pin
Coil Type	Non Latching	Non Latching
Seal Rating	Sealed - Fully	Sealed - Flux Protection
Must Operate Voltage	4.8 VDC	4.5 VDC
Must Release Voltage	0.6 VDC	0.6 VDC
Operate Time	20 ms	8 ms
Release Time	20 ms	8 ms
Operating Temperature Range	-40°C ~ 60°C	-40°C ~ 85°C
Contact Material	Silver Alloy, Cadmium Free, Gold	Silver Nickel (AgNi)
Coil Resistance	40 Ohms	172 Ohms
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)
ECCN	EAR99	EAR99

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The PE014006 is a direct functional substitute for the HC1E-HP-DC6V-F. The substitute part maintains all mandatory electrical and mechanical compatibility parameters while offering the following advantages:

Active Product Status: PE014006 is currently in active production, ensuring long-term availability and supply chain stability compared to the obsolete HC1E-HP-DC6V-F.
Enhanced Performance: The PE014006 provides faster switching response times (8 ms operate/release versus 20 ms) and operates across an extended temperature range (-40°C to 85°C versus -40°C to 60°C).
Improved Efficiency: Coil current is significantly reduced (34.8 mA versus 150 mA), resulting in lower power consumption and reduced thermal load on control circuits.
Higher Switching Voltage Rating: The 400VAC maximum switching voltage rating exceeds the HC1E-HP-DC6V-F specification of 250VAC, providing additional margin for high-voltage switching applications.
Regulatory Compliance: PE014006 is RoHS3 compliant and REACH affected, meeting current environmental and regulatory requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can PE014006 be used as a direct replacement for HC1E-HP-DC6V-F in existing designs?

A: Yes. Both relays share identical coil voltage (6VDC), contact form (SPDT), contact rating (5A), mounting type (through hole), and termination style (PC pin). The PE014006 meets or exceeds all critical electrical and mechanical parameters required for substitution.

Q: What are the differences in coil current between these relays?

A: The HC1E-HP-DC6V-F requires 150 mA coil current, while the PE014006 requires only 34.8 mA. This difference reflects improved coil design efficiency in the PE014006. Control circuits designed for the higher current draw of the HC1E-HP-DC6V-F will operate the PE014006 without issue, though power consumption will be lower.

Q: Are there differences in switching speed?

A: Yes. The PE014006 operates and releases in 8 ms, compared to 20 ms for the HC1E-HP-DC6V-F. This faster response time may be beneficial in time-sensitive switching applications but does not affect compatibility in standard general-purpose relay applications.

Q: How do the operating temperature ranges compare?

A: The HC1E-HP-DC6V-F operates from -40°C to 60°C, while the PE014006 operates from -40°C to 85°C. The PE014006 provides a 25°C higher upper temperature limit, making it suitable for applications in elevated ambient temperature environments.

Q: What is the difference in contact material composition?

A: The HC1E-HP-DC6V-F uses silver alloy with cadmium-free and gold plating. The PE014006 uses silver nickel (AgNi) contact material. Both materials are suitable for general-purpose switching applications with 5A contact ratings.

Q: Are there packaging differences?

A: The HC1E-HP-DC6V-F is supplied without specified packaging, while the PE014006 is supplied in tube packaging. Both are through-hole mounted components with PC pin termination suitable for PCB assembly.

Q: Does the PE014006 meet current regulatory standards?

A: Yes. The PE014006 is RoHS3 compliant and REACH affected, meeting current environmental regulations. The HC1E-HP-DC6V-F, as an obsolete part, may not meet current regulatory requirements for new designs.

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