HC3-HPL-AC200V-F Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The HC3-HPL-AC200V-F is a general purpose relay manufactured by Panasonic Electric Works, featuring a 3PDT (3 Form C) contact configuration with a 200VAC coil. This through-hole mounted relay is designed for applications requiring 7A contact rating at 250VAC maximum switching voltage. The product is currently obsolete, making identification of suitable substitute components essential for system maintenance, repair, and redesign applications where continued operation is required.

Substiute Parts

HC3-HPL-AC200V-F

Panasonic Electric WorksIn Stock: 1065HC3-HPL-AC200V-F Datasheet

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LY3-0-AC200/220

Omron Automation and SafetyIn Stock: 761LY3-0-AC200/220 Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the HC3-HPL-AC200V-F is determined by the following critical parameters:

Contact Configuration: The 3PDT (3 Form C) contact arrangement is mandatory for functional equivalence. This configuration provides three independent switching circuits, each with changeover capability.

Coil Voltage Compatibility: The original part operates at 200VAC. Substitute parts with 220VAC coils fall within acceptable tolerance for AC relay applications, as the operating voltage window (160VAC must-operate to 60VAC must-release) accommodates this variation.

Contact Rating: The original part is rated for 7A at 250VAC maximum. Substitute parts with equal or higher current ratings (10A or greater) maintain or exceed the switching capacity requirements.

Mounting and Termination: Through-hole mounting with PC pin termination is required for direct board-level replacement without mechanical redesign.

Relay Type: General purpose, non-latching operation must be preserved for functional compatibility.

The LY3-0-AC200/220 from Omron Automation and Safety meets these substitution criteria through equivalent contact configuration, compatible coil voltage, superior current rating, and matching termination style.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The LY3-0-AC200/220 is a functional substitute for the HC3-HPL-AC200V-F based on the following engineering criteria:

Functional Equivalence: Both relays provide 3PDT contact configuration with non-latching operation, ensuring identical switching logic in the application circuit.

Electrical Compatibility: The 220VAC coil voltage of the substitute falls within the acceptable operating window for AC relay applications. The 176VAC must-operate voltage of the LY3-0-AC200/220 is higher than the original 160VAC specification, but remains compatible with standard 200-220VAC supply systems.

Contact Capacity: The LY3-0-AC200/220 provides 10A contact rating, exceeding the original 7A specification. This provides additional margin for the application.

Compliance Status: The LY3-0-AC200/220 is RoHS compliant and currently in active production, ensuring long-term availability and regulatory alignment. The original HC3-HPL-AC200V-F is obsolete.

Mechanical Compatibility: Both relays use through-hole mounting with PC pin termination, enabling direct board-level replacement without mechanical modification.

Operational Timing: The LY3-0-AC200/220 exhibits slightly longer operate and release times (25 ms versus 20 ms). Applications with strict timing requirements must evaluate this difference.

Temperature Range: The original part operates across -50°C to 60°C, while the substitute operates across -25°C to 55°C. Applications requiring operation below -25°C must retain the original specification or identify alternative solutions.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the LY3-0-AC200/220 directly replace the HC3-HPL-AC200V-F on the PCB?

A: Yes. Both relays use identical through-hole mounting with PC pin termination. No mechanical modification is required for board-level installation.

Q: What is the significance of the 220VAC coil voltage versus the original 200VAC?

A: AC relay coils are designed to operate across a voltage range. The LY3-0-AC200/220 is rated for 220VAC operation with a must-operate voltage of 176VAC and must-release voltage of 66VAC. Standard 200-220VAC supply systems fall within this operating window. Applications using 200VAC supplies will operate the substitute relay reliably.

Q: Does the higher 10A contact rating of the substitute create any compatibility issues?

A: No. Higher contact rating indicates greater switching capacity. The substitute can safely handle the original 7A load requirement with additional margin.

Q: Why are the operate and release times different?

A: The LY3-0-AC200/220 exhibits 25 ms operate and release times compared to the original 20 ms. This 5 ms difference is typical between different relay designs. Applications with timing-critical functions must evaluate whether this difference affects system performance.

Q: Is the LY3-0-AC200/220 suitable for applications requiring operation below -25°C?

A: No. The substitute operates from -25°C to 55°C, while the original operates from -50°C to 60°C. Applications requiring operation below -25°C must retain the original specification or identify alternative solutions with extended temperature ranges.

Q: What is the difference in contact material between the two relays?

A: The original HC3-HPL-AC200V-F uses silver alloy with cadmium-free and gold plating. The LY3-0-AC200/220 uses silver alloy without specified gold plating. Both materials are suitable for general purpose switching applications.

Q: Is the LY3-0-AC200/220 RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. The LY3-0-AC200/220 is RoHS compliant. The original HC3-HPL-AC200V-F compliance status is not specified in the available data.

Q: What is the coil current difference between the two relays?

A: The original draws 6 mA, while the substitute draws 9.9 mA. This 3.9 mA difference must be evaluated in applications with strict power budget constraints or where coil drive circuits have limited current capacity.