LSXA7L Equivalent & Substitute Parts Reference

Part Overview

The LSXA7L is a snap action DPDT (double pole double throw) switch manufactured by Honeywell Sensing and Productivity Solutions. This component is designed for chassis mount applications with screw terminal connections, rated for 10A AC at 120V and 800mA DC at 115V. The switch features explosion-proof construction and side rotary actuation without lever engagement.

The LSXA7L carries an obsolete product status. Identifying equivalent substitute parts ensures design continuity and supply chain reliability for applications currently utilizing this component.

Substiute Parts

LSXA7L

Honeywell Sensing and Productivity SolutionsIn Stock: 937LSXA7L Datasheet

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LSXYAB4L

Honeywell Sensing and Productivity SolutionsIn Stock: 946LSXYAB4L Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the LSXA7L must maintain electrical and mechanical compatibility across the following critical parameters:

Electrical Compatibility Requirements:

• Circuit configuration: DPDT (DB/DM)
• Switch function: On-Momentary operation
• Current rating: 10A AC minimum, 800mA DC minimum
• Voltage rating: 120V AC minimum, 115V DC minimum

Mechanical Compatibility Requirements:

• Actuator type: Side Rotary - No Lever
• Mounting type: Chassis Mount
• Termination style: Screw Terminal
• Operating force: 46gfm
• Pretravel: 15°
• Differential travel: 7°
• Overtravel: 60°

Compliance Requirements:

• RoHS Compliant status
• Explosion Proof feature designation

The LSXYAB4L meets all specified electrical and mechanical parameters while offering active product status and extended operating temperature range.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The LSXYAB4L is a direct functional equivalent to the LSXA7L across all specified electrical and mechanical parameters. Both components are manufactured by Honeywell Sensing and Productivity Solutions within the LSX series and maintain identical circuit configuration, current and voltage ratings, actuator characteristics, and termination specifications.

The LSXYAB4L offers the following advantages for component selection:

Product Status: The LSXYAB4L maintains active product status, ensuring continued availability and manufacturer support. The LSXA7L is classified as obsolete, creating supply chain risk for new designs or production continuity.

Compliance Certification: Both parts maintain RoHS Compliant status and carry identical ECCN (EAR99) and HTSUS (8536.50.9055) classifications, ensuring regulatory equivalence.

Operating Temperature Range: The LSXYAB4L extends the minimum operating temperature to -40°C compared to the LSXA7L at -12°C, providing enhanced performance in cold environment applications while maintaining the identical maximum temperature of 121°C.

Inventory Availability: The LSXYAB4L is currently available with 836 pieces in stock, supporting immediate procurement requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can the LSXYAB4L directly replace the LSXA7L in existing applications?

A: Yes. The LSXYAB4L maintains identical electrical ratings (10A AC at 120V, 800mA DC at 115V), mechanical specifications (side rotary actuator, 46gfm operating force, 15° pretravel, 7° differential travel, 60° overtravel), and mounting configuration (chassis mount with screw terminals). Both components feature explosion-proof construction and RoHS compliance.

Q: What is the primary difference between these two parts?

A: The LSXYAB4L extends the minimum operating temperature specification to -40°C, compared to -12°C for the LSXA7L. The LSXYAB4L also maintains active product status, whereas the LSXA7L is obsolete.

Q: Are there any compatibility concerns with screw terminal connections?

A: No. Both the LSXA7L and LSXYAB4L utilize identical screw terminal termination style, ensuring direct compatibility with existing wiring and connector interfaces.

Q: Does the LSXYAB4L maintain the same circuit configuration?

A: Yes. Both parts feature DPDT (DB/DM) circuit configuration with On-Momentary switch function, providing identical electrical switching behavior.

Q: What is the significance of the extended temperature range in the LSXYAB4L?

A: The LSXYAB4L operates reliably from -40°C to 121°C, compared to -12°C to 121°C for the LSXA7L. This extended lower temperature limit accommodates applications in cold environments without performance degradation.

Q: Are regulatory classifications identical between these parts?

A: Yes. Both the LSXA7L and LSXYAB4L carry identical ECCN (EAR99) and HTSUS (8536.50.9055) classifications, ensuring equivalent regulatory treatment for export and import purposes.