Omron HL-5201 Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The Omron HL-5201 is a snap action switch with SPDT (Single Pole Double Throw) configuration rated for 5A at 125V AC and 24V DC. This component features a roller plunger actuator, chassis mount design, and screw terminal termination, suitable for applications requiring reliable switching with IP65 ingress protection. The HL-5201 is classified as obsolete, making identification of active equivalent parts essential for ongoing procurement and system maintenance.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Manufacturer Part Number	HL-5201
Manufacturer	Omron Automation and Safety
Series	HL-5000
Circuit Configuration	SPDT (DB/DM)
Current Rating	5A (AC/DC)
Voltage Rating - AC	125V
Voltage Rating - DC	24V
Actuator Type	Roller Plunger
Mounting Type	Chassis Mount
Termination Style	Screw Terminal
Ingress Protection	IP65 - Dust Tight, Water Resistant
Operating Force	900gf
Release Force	150gf
Operating Position	1.575" (40.0mm)
Pretravel	0.060" (1.5mm)
Differential Travel	0.040" (1.0mm)
Overtravel	0.158" (4.0mm)
Operating Temperature Range	-5°C to 60°C
Mechanical Life	10,000,000 Cycles
RoHS Status	RoHS Compliant
Moisture Sensitivity Level	MSL 1 (Unlimited)

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitution of the Omron HL-5201 is determined by strict equivalence across all electrical and mechanical parameters. The primary substitute identified is the Omron HL-5200, which maintains identical specifications across the following critical parameters:

Circuit configuration: SPDT (DB/DM)
Current rating: 5A (AC/DC)
Voltage ratings: 125V AC and 24V DC
Actuator type: Roller Plunger
Mounting type: Chassis Mount
Termination style: Screw Terminal
Ingress protection: IP65
Operating force: 900gf
Release force: 150gf
Operating position: 1.575" (40.0mm)
Pretravel: 0.060" (1.5mm)
Differential travel: 0.040" (1.0mm)
Overtravel: 0.158" (4.0mm)
Operating temperature range: -5°C to 60°C
Mechanical life: 10,000,000 Cycles
RoHS compliance: Yes
MSL rating: 1 (Unlimited)

The HL-5200 differs only in product status (Active versus Obsolete) and packaging configuration (Bulk versus standard), with no impact on functional or electrical compatibility.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	HL-5201 (Main Part)	HL-5200 (Substitute)	Match Status
Manufacturer	Omron Automation and Safety	Omron Automation and Safety	Identical
Series	HL-5000	HL-5000	Identical
Circuit Configuration	SPDT (DB/DM)	SPDT (DB/DM)	Identical
Current Rating	5A (AC/DC)	5A (AC/DC)	Identical
Voltage Rating - AC	125V	125V	Identical
Voltage Rating - DC	24V	24V	Identical
Actuator Type	Roller Plunger	Roller Plunger	Identical
Mounting Type	Chassis Mount	Chassis Mount	Identical
Termination Style	Screw Terminal	Screw Terminal	Identical
Ingress Protection	IP65	IP65	Identical
Operating Force	900gf	900gf	Identical
Release Force	150gf	150gf	Identical
Operating Position	1.575" (40.0mm)	1.575" (40.0mm)	Identical
Pretravel	0.060" (1.5mm)	0.060" (1.5mm)	Identical
Differential Travel	0.040" (1.0mm)	0.040" (1.0mm)	Identical
Overtravel	0.158" (4.0mm)	0.158" (4.0mm)	Identical
Operating Temperature Range	-5°C to 60°C	-5°C to 60°C	Identical
Mechanical Life	10,000,000 Cycles	10,000,000 Cycles	Identical
RoHS Status	RoHS Compliant	RoHS Compliant	Identical
Moisture Sensitivity Level	MSL 1 (Unlimited)	MSL 1 (Unlimited)	Identical
Product Status	Obsolete	Active	Different
Packaging	Standard	Bulk	Different

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The Omron HL-5200 is the direct equivalent substitute for the obsolete HL-5201. Both components are manufactured by Omron Automation and Safety within the HL-5000 series and maintain identical electrical and mechanical specifications. The HL-5200 holds Active product status, ensuring ongoing availability and support from the manufacturer.

Both parts carry RoHS compliance certification and MSL 1 rating, meeting environmental and moisture sensitivity requirements for standard industrial applications. The HL-5200 is available in Bulk packaging, which may require coordination with procurement processes designed for the HL-5201's standard packaging format.

Selection of the HL-5200 as a replacement for the HL-5201 requires no design modifications, recertification, or functional validation beyond standard component receiving inspection procedures.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the HL-5200 be used as a direct replacement for the HL-5201 in existing designs?

A: Yes. The HL-5200 maintains identical electrical ratings (5A at 125V AC / 24V DC), mechanical specifications (900gf operating force, 10,000,000 cycle life), and physical form factor (chassis mount, screw terminal). No design changes are required.

Q: What is the difference between the HL-5201 and HL-5200?

A: The HL-5201 is classified as Obsolete, while the HL-5200 is Active. Packaging differs (standard versus Bulk), but all functional and electrical parameters are identical.

Q: Are both parts RoHS compliant?

A: Yes. Both the HL-5201 and HL-5200 are RoHS Compliant with MSL 1 (Unlimited) moisture sensitivity rating.

Q: What is the operating force specification for these switches?

A: Both parts require 900gf operating force with a 150gf release force. Operating position is 1.575" (40.0mm) with 0.060" (1.5mm) pretravel.

Q: What is the mechanical life expectancy?

A: Both the HL-5201 and HL-5200 are rated for 10,000,000 mechanical cycles under specified operating conditions.

Q: Does packaging format affect electrical or mechanical performance?

A: No. Packaging format (standard versus Bulk) is a logistics consideration only and does not affect component performance, ratings, or compatibility.

Q: What temperature range is supported?

A: Both parts operate within -5°C to 60°C ambient temperature range.

Q: Is the HL-5200 available in the same termination style?

A: Yes. Both parts use Screw Terminal termination and maintain identical IP65 ingress protection rating.

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