RPM13BD Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The RPM13BD is a Harmony series general purpose relay manufactured by Schneider Electric. This socketable power plug-in relay features a 24VDC coil with SPDT (1 Form C) contact configuration and 15 A contact rating. The device is designed for industrial control applications requiring reliable switching of AC and DC loads. The RPM13BD is an active product with full compliance to RoHS3 standards and international approval certifications including CSA, EAC, and UL. Equivalent substitute parts are identified to provide procurement flexibility and supply chain continuity when the primary part number is unavailable.

Key Parameters

Parameter	Value
Manufacturer	Schneider Electric
Series	Harmony
Relay Type	General Purpose
Mounting Type	Socketable
Coil Voltage	24VDC
Contact Form	SPDT (1 Form C)
Contact Rating (Current)	15 A
Switching Voltage	250VAC, 28VDC - Max
Coil Current	53.3 mA
Coil Type	Non Latching
Termination Style	Plug In
Operating Temperature Range	-40°C ~ 55°C
Contact Material	Silver Nickel (AgNi)
Coil Resistance	450 Ohms
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant
Approval Agencies	CSA, EAC, UL

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute parts for the RPM13BD are identified based on strict parametric equivalence within the Harmony series relay family. The substitution logic is based on the following critical parameters that must remain identical:

Coil voltage: 24VDC
Contact form: SPDT (1 Form C)
Contact rating: 15 A
Switching voltage: 250VAC, 28VDC - Max
Coil current: 53.3 mA
Coil type: Non Latching
Termination style: Plug In
Operating temperature range: -40°C ~ 55°C
Contact material: Silver Nickel (AgNi)
Coil resistance: 450 Ohms
Mounting type: Socketable
RoHS compliance: ROHS3 Compliant

The RPM13BD and its substitute RPM11BD share identical electrical and mechanical specifications. Both parts are manufactured by Schneider Electric within the Harmony series and maintain full compatibility for direct substitution in socketable relay applications.

Parameter Comparison

Parameter	RPM13BD	RPM11BD	Match
Manufacturer	Schneider Electric	Schneider Electric	✓
Series	Harmony	Harmony	✓
Relay Type	General Purpose	General Purpose	✓
Mounting Type	Socketable	Socketable	✓
Coil Voltage	24VDC	24VDC	✓
Contact Form	SPDT (1 Form C)	SPDT (1 Form C)	✓
Contact Rating (Current)	15 A	15 A	✓
Switching Voltage	250VAC, 28VDC - Max	250VAC, 28VDC - Max	✓
Coil Current	53.3 mA	53.3 mA	✓
Coil Type	Non Latching	Non Latching	✓
Features	Lighted Indicator	Lighted Indicator	✓
Termination Style	Plug In	Plug In	✓
Must Operate Voltage	19.2 VDC	19.2 VDC	✓
Must Release Voltage	2.4 VDC	2.4 VDC	✓
Operate Time	20 ms	20 ms	✓
Release Time	20 ms	20 ms	✓
Operating Temperature Range	-40°C ~ 55°C	-40°C ~ 55°C	✓
Contact Material	Silver Nickel (AgNi)	Silver Nickel (AgNi)	✓
Coil Resistance	450 Ohms	450 Ohms	✓
RoHS Status	ROHS3 Compliant	ROHS3 Compliant	✓
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL)	1 (Unlimited)	1 (Unlimited)	✓
ECCN	EAR99	EAR99	✓
HTSUS	8536.41.0050	8536.41.0050	✓
Product Status	Active	Active	✓

Engineering Selection Recommendations

The RPM11BD is a direct parametric equivalent to the RPM13BD and is suitable for substitution in all applications where the RPM13BD is specified. Both parts are active products manufactured by Schneider Electric with identical electrical characteristics, mechanical specifications, and compliance certifications.

Selection between RPM13BD and RPM11BD is based on availability and packaging considerations. The RPM13BD is available in standard packaging, while the RPM11BD is supplied in box packaging. Both parts maintain full RoHS3 compliance and carry approvals from CSA, EAC, and UL certification bodies, ensuring compliance with industrial control standards and regulations.

The identical coil voltage (24VDC), contact configuration (SPDT), current rating (15 A), and switching specifications ensure seamless integration into existing control circuits. The matching operating temperature range (-40°C ~ 55°C) and response times (20 ms operate and release) confirm functional equivalence for industrial applications.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can RPM11BD be used as a direct replacement for RPM13BD?

A: Yes. The RPM11BD is a parametric equivalent with identical electrical and mechanical specifications. All critical parameters including coil voltage, contact form, current rating, switching voltage, and operating characteristics are identical, enabling direct substitution in socketable relay applications.

Q: What are the key differences between RPM13BD and RPM11BD?

A: The parts are electrically and mechanically identical. The primary difference is packaging: RPM13BD uses standard packaging while RPM11BD is supplied in box packaging. Both parts are manufactured by Schneider Electric within the Harmony series.

Q: Are both parts RoHS3 compliant?

A: Yes. Both RPM13BD and RPM11BD are ROHS3 compliant and carry identical regulatory approvals from CSA, EAC, and UL certification bodies.

Q: What is the coil voltage for these relays?

A: Both the RPM13BD and RPM11BD operate on 24VDC coil voltage with a coil current of 53.3 mA and coil resistance of 450 Ohms.

Q: What contact configuration do these relays provide?

A: Both parts feature SPDT (1 Form C) contact configuration with a 15 A contact rating and maximum switching voltage of 250VAC or 28VDC.

Q: What is the operating temperature range?

A: Both relays operate across a temperature range of -40°C to 55°C, suitable for industrial control environments.

Q: Are these relays socketable?

A: Yes. Both RPM13BD and RPM11BD are socketable relays with plug-in termination style, designed for use with compatible relay sockets in control panels.

Q: What is the response time for these relays?

A: Both parts have identical operate and release times of 20 milliseconds, providing consistent switching performance in control applications.

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