WLGCA2-LES-N Equivalent & Substitute Parts

Part Overview

The WLGCA2-LES-N is a limit switch manufactured by Omron Automation and Safety, classified as an obsolete product. This switch is designed for applications requiring reliable position detection and control. Due to its obsolete status, identifying functionally equivalent substitute parts is essential for system maintenance, repair, and new design implementations where this component is specified.

Substiute Parts

WLGCA2-LES-N

Omron Automation and SafetyIn Stock: 888WLGCA2-LES-N Datasheet

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WLGCA2-LES

Omron Automation and SafetyIn Stock: 760WLGCA2-LES Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

The WLGCA2-LES-N can be substituted with the WLGCA2-LES based on the following substitution criteria:

Manufacturer Continuity: Both parts are manufactured by Omron Automation and Safety, ensuring design consistency and quality standards alignment.

Base Product Number Match: Both parts share the base product number WLGCA2, indicating they belong to the same product family and are designed to fulfill equivalent functional roles.

Classification Alignment: Both parts are classified as limit switches within the same electrical equipment category (HTSUS 8536.50.9055).

Regulatory Compliance: Both parts carry identical ECCN (EAR99) and MSL (1 - Unlimited) classifications, confirming equivalent regulatory and environmental handling requirements.

Product Status Transition: The WLGCA2-LES represents the active production equivalent to the obsolete WLGCA2-LES-N, making it the direct successor for ongoing applications.

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Engineering Selection Recommendations

The WLGCA2-LES is the appropriate substitute for the obsolete WLGCA2-LES-N based on the following engineering criteria:

Product Lifecycle Status: The WLGCA2-LES-N is classified as obsolete, while the WLGCA2-LES maintains active production status. This ensures continued availability, supply chain reliability, and manufacturer support for the substitute part.

Regulatory Compliance: Both parts share identical ECCN and MSL classifications, confirming equivalent compliance with export control and environmental handling requirements. The WLGCA2-LES additionally carries RoHS Compliant certification, meeting modern environmental standards.

Manufacturer Consistency: Both parts originate from Omron Automation and Safety, guaranteeing design philosophy alignment and quality assurance standards.

Product Family Continuity: The shared base product number (WLGCA2) confirms these parts are engineered within the same product platform, supporting functional equivalence.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Why is the WLGCA2-LES-N classified as obsolete?

A: The WLGCA2-LES-N has reached end-of-life status in Omron's product portfolio. The WLGCA2-LES represents the active production continuation of this product line.

Q: Can the WLGCA2-LES directly replace the WLGCA2-LES-N in existing applications?

A: Yes. Both parts share the same base product number (WLGCA2), manufacturer, and regulatory classifications (ECCN, MSL, HTSUS), confirming functional equivalence for substitution purposes.

Q: What are the key parameters that determine substitution eligibility?

A: Substitution eligibility is determined by: manufacturer identity, base product number alignment, product category classification, ECCN code, MSL rating, and HTSUS code. All these parameters match between the WLGCA2-LES-N and WLGCA2-LES.

Q: Does the WLGCA2-LES offer any compliance advantages over the WLGCA2-LES-N?

A: The WLGCA2-LES carries RoHS Compliant certification, which is not specified for the WLGCA2-LES-N. This provides enhanced compliance with modern environmental and hazardous substance regulations.

Q: Are there any packaging or inventory considerations for this substitution?

A: The WLGCA2-LES is currently available with 694 pieces in stock as new original inventory, ensuring supply availability for immediate procurement needs.