HC1E-PL-DC6V-F Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The HC1E-PL-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. This through-hole mounted relay is designed for applications requiring 5A switching capacity at up to 250VAC. The product is currently obsolete, making identification of functionally equivalent alternatives essential for system maintenance, repair, and redesign applications.

Substiute Parts

HC1E-PL-DC6V-F

Panasonic Electric WorksIn Stock: 716HC1E-PL-DC6V-F Datasheet

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PE014006

TE Connectivity Potter & Brumfield RelaysIn Stock: 1313PE014006 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

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

• Coil Voltage: Must be 6VDC to ensure direct compatibility with existing circuit designs
• Contact Form: Must be SPDT (1 Form C) to maintain switching functionality
• Contact Rating: Must support minimum 5A at the specified switching voltage
• Mounting Type: Must be through-hole to fit existing PCB layouts
• Termination Style: Must use PC Pin termination for direct board connection
• Coil Type: Must be non-latching to preserve operational behavior

The PE014006 from TE Connectivity Potter & Brumfield Relays meets all mandatory substitution criteria. While this substitute exhibits differences in coil current, switching voltage rating, and operating temperature range, these variations remain within acceptable engineering tolerances for general purpose relay applications.

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Engineering Selection Recommendations

The PE014006 is the qualified substitute for the obsolete HC1E-PL-DC6V-F. Selection of this alternative is supported by:

• Active Product Status: The PE014006 remains in active production, ensuring long-term availability and supply chain continuity
• Regulatory Compliance: Both parts carry identical ECCN classification (EAR99) and the PE014006 is RoHS3 compliant and REACH affected, meeting current environmental standards
• Functional Equivalence: Identical coil voltage, contact form, current rating, and termination style ensure direct functional replacement
• Enhanced Performance Characteristics: The PE014006 provides higher switching voltage rating (400VAC vs. 250VAC), lower coil current draw (34.8 mA vs. 150 mA), and extended operating temperature range (-40°C to 85°C vs. -40°C to 60°C)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the PE014006 be used as a direct replacement for the HC1E-PL-DC6V-F?

A: Yes. Both relays share identical coil voltage (6VDC), contact configuration (SPDT), current rating (5A), mounting type (through-hole), and termination style (PC pin). These parameters define functional compatibility for general purpose relay applications.

Q: What are the key differences between these two relays?

A: The PE014006 exhibits lower coil current consumption (34.8 mA vs. 150 mA), higher maximum switching voltage (400VAC vs. 250VAC), faster switching times (8 ms vs. 20 ms), and an extended operating temperature range. These differences represent performance improvements rather than compatibility limitations.

Q: Does the higher coil resistance of the PE014006 affect circuit design?

A: The PE014006 has 172 Ohms coil resistance compared to 40 Ohms in the HC1E-PL-DC6V-F. This higher resistance results in lower coil current draw. Circuit designs must account for this difference in coil current when sizing drive circuits or power supplies.

Q: Are there packaging differences between these parts?

A: The HC1E-PL-DC6V-F is supplied without specified packaging, while the PE014006 is packaged in tubes. Both use identical through-hole PC pin termination suitable for standard PCB assembly processes.

Q: What is the impact of different contact materials?

A: The HC1E-PL-DC6V-F uses silver alloy with gold plating, while the PE014006 uses silver nickel (AgNi). Both materials are suitable for general purpose switching applications at the specified current and voltage ratings.

Q: Is the PE014006 suitable for applications requiring the full -40°C to 60°C range of the original part?

A: Yes. The PE014006 operating range of -40°C to 85°C fully encompasses the original specification, providing additional margin for extended temperature applications.