ARA220A12Z High Frequency (RF) Relays by Panasonic

Defines the maximum continuous current that a single contact can safely carry. Exceeding this rating may cause overheating, contact degradation, or failure. Check the datasheet for derating curves and ambient temperature effects.

Lifecycle status of the part, such as active or obsolete. Indicates availability and long-term support from the manufacturer. Check this before design-in to avoid last-time buys or supply disruptions. Verify with the datasheet or distributor for current status.

Published indicates the date when the product data was released or updated in the catalog. It helps buyers assess the freshness of the information and whether the component is current or possibly obsolete. Check the datasheet for the latest revisions.

Specifies the lowest ambient temperature at which the component is guaranteed to function within its electrical and mechanical specifications. Verify this limit against the datasheet for your application's thermal environment, especially for automotive or industrial designs.

Lists any extra characteristics or capabilities beyond the standard specifications, such as built-in protection, special mounting options, or enhanced performance. Review these features to ensure they meet your application's specific needs and compare them across similar parts.

Indicates the form of delivery for the component, such as tape and reel, tube, or tray. This affects handling, storage, and assembly processes. Verify the packaging type matches your production requirements and equipment compatibility.

Indicates the typical duration from order confirmation to shipment from the manufacturer's facility. This helps you plan production schedules and inventory. Verify current lead times with your distributor or supplier, as they may vary based on order quantity, product availability, and market conditions.

Describes the method used to connect the component to the circuit board, such as solder, press-fit, or wire wrap. This affects assembly processes, reliability, and repairability. Check the termination type against your PCB footprint and soldering process to ensure compatibility.

Specifies the highest ambient temperature at which the component reliably functions. Compare this limit with your application's thermal environment to ensure safe operation. Always verify against the datasheet's derating curves and test conditions, as exceeding this value may cause performance degradation or permanent damage.

Specifies whether the coil or input circuit is designed for AC or DC supply. This determines the drive circuit compatibility and must match your control voltage. Verify the rated voltage and frequency against the datasheet to ensure proper operation.

Specifies the method used to control input switching, such as AC, DC, or pulse. This determines how the device is triggered and affects compatibility with your control signal. Verify the required control type against your application's drive circuit and the datasheet specifications.

Identifies the company that designed and produced the component. Buyers often filter by manufacturer to ensure brand reliability, quality standards, and supply chain consistency. Verify the manufacturer against the datasheet and official packaging to avoid counterfeit parts.

Lists the product categories or classifications assigned to this component, such as connectors, capacitors, or modules. This helps in filtering and comparing similar parts. Review the categories to ensure the component fits your application and to find alternative parts in the same class.

Indicates the maximum voltage that can be applied across open contacts without causing an arc or breakdown. Critical for relay and switch isolation ratings. Verify against datasheet for safety margins in your application.

Specifies the number of output positions per pole in a switch, such as SPST or DPDT. This determines the switching logic and circuit routing. Verify against the datasheet to ensure the switch matches your application's required contact arrangement and signal path.

Specifies the opposition to alternating current in a component, typically for RF or high-speed signal paths. Compare values to ensure proper impedance matching and signal integrity. Verify against the datasheet for your application frequency.

Specifies the packaging format for delivery, such as tube, reel, tray, or tape and reel. This affects handling, storage, and assembly processes. Verify the packing method against your production requirements and the datasheet to ensure compatibility with your pick-and-place equipment.

Release time is the interval from removing coil power until contacts fully open. It affects switching speed and sequencing in control circuits. Verify against datasheet for relay or contactor applications where timing is critical.

Indicates the product series or family, grouping components with similar design and specifications. Helps identify compatible parts and compare within a product line. Verify the series against the datasheet to ensure correct application.

Specifies the current drawn by the relay or solenoid coil at its nominal voltage. This value is critical for driver circuit design and power supply sizing. Verify against the datasheet to ensure compatibility with your control circuitry and avoid overloading.

Specifies the physical weight of the electronic component, important for logistics, shipping cost, and mechanical design. Verify the exact weight in the datasheet or packaging information, as it may vary with packaging type and quantity.

Contact resistance measures the electrical resistance at the interface between mating contacts. Lower values indicate better conductivity and less heat generation. Compare this parameter across connectors, relays, and switches to ensure reliable signal integrity and power transfer. Always verify against the datasheet for your specific application.

Indicates the specific product subcategories or classifications within the broader component family. Helps narrow down search results and identify the exact type of component needed for your design. Review the subcategory to ensure compatibility with your application.

Specifies the coil's operational mode, such as latching or non-latching. This determines how the relay or solenoid maintains its state after power is removed. Verify the coil type against your circuit requirements to ensure proper latching behavior and power consumption.

Specifies the contact arrangement of the relay, such as SPST, SPDT, or DPDT. This determines how many circuits the relay can switch and in what configuration. Verify the form against your application requirements to ensure proper switching functionality.

Specifies how the component attaches to the PCB or assembly, such as surface mount, through-hole, or chassis mount. This affects soldering process, mechanical stability, and thermal performance. Verify compatibility with your board layout and assembly capabilities.

Indicates the component's compliance status with the EU REACH regulation. Buyers should verify this code against the manufacturer's declaration to ensure restricted substances are within allowable limits for their target market.

Specifies the nominal DC voltage required to energize the relay coil. Verify this matches your control circuit supply to ensure reliable switching. Check the datasheet for allowable tolerance and minimum pickup voltage.

Specifies the switching behavior of the relay, such as latching or non-latching. This determines how the relay responds to control signals and whether it maintains its state after power is removed. Verify against the datasheet for proper circuit design.

Total number of pins or contacts on the component. This determines the footprint and mating connector requirements. Always match the pin count to your PCB layout and connector specification to ensure proper electrical and mechanical connection.

Indicates the total number of electrical connection points on the component, such as pins or pads. This is critical for PCB footprint design and assembly. Verify it matches the package specification to ensure proper soldering and connectivity.

Specifies the maximum continuous direct current voltage the component can safely withstand. Engineers compare this rating to the circuit's operating voltage to ensure adequate margin. Always verify against the datasheet for derating guidelines and environmental conditions.

Specifies the highest continuous current the component can safely carry under specified conditions. Compare this rating with your circuit's expected load to prevent overheating or failure. Always verify against the datasheet's derating curves and ambient temperature limits.

Operating frequency of the component, typically the clock or switching frequency. This determines the speed of operation and affects power dissipation and signal integrity. Verify the frequency range against your application's requirements and the datasheet specifications.

Specifies whether the contact or output is powered by AC or DC. This determines the required control circuit and load compatibility. Verify against the datasheet to ensure correct polarity and voltage range for your application.

Specifies the highest continuous direct current the contact can safely carry without overheating or degrading. Compare this rating with your circuit's expected load, and verify it against the datasheet for derating curves and ambient temperature conditions.

Specifies the maximum DC current and voltage that the contact can safely switch when driving a purely resistive load. This rating is critical for relay and switch selection. Always verify against the datasheet because inductive or capacitive loads require derating.

Specifies the metal alloy used for the electrical contact surfaces, affecting conductivity, wear resistance, and corrosion behavior. Compare materials like silver, gold, or palladium for signal integrity and durability. Verify against datasheet for application-specific requirements.

Voltage standing wave ratio indicates how well the component's impedance matches its transmission line. Lower values mean better matching and less signal reflection. Compare VSWR across similar parts to ensure efficient power transfer in RF systems, and verify against the datasheet for your operating frequency.

Classifies the relay by construction or application, such as electromechanical, solid state, or latching. Helps select the right relay for your switching needs. Refer to the datasheet for specific characteristics and ratings.

Height of the switch body from the mounting surface to the top, excluding the actuator. Critical for clearance in enclosures and for PCB assembly. Verify it matches your mechanical design constraints and soldering process requirements.

Indicates how quickly the device transitions between on and off states. Critical for timing margins in digital circuits. Verify against datasheet waveforms to ensure your design meets required speed.

Overall dimensions of the component, including length, width, and height. Essential for PCB layout and enclosure design. Confirm these measurements against the datasheet to ensure proper fit and clearance in your assembly.

Insertion loss measures signal power reduction when a component is placed in a transmission line. Lower values indicate better performance. Compare this parameter across similar parts and verify it against the datasheet for your operating frequency.

Indicates the maximum continuous wave input power the component can safely handle without damage or excessive distortion. Exceeding this limit may cause failure. Verify this value against your signal power and consider peak-to-average ratio in modulated systems.

Operate time is the interval from applying power to the coil until the contacts fully close. It is critical for timing-sensitive circuits and relay sequencing. Verify this value in the datasheet to ensure your application meets switching speed requirements.

Specifies the highest voltage that can be applied between isolated circuits without breakdown. Critical for safety and reliability in power supplies, optocouplers, and isolated converters. Verify against datasheet to ensure adequate isolation for your application.

Specifies the physical size of the component body, either its length for rectangular parts or diameter for cylindrical ones. This dimension is critical for PCB layout and mechanical fit. Verify against the datasheet to ensure clearance and proper mounting in your enclosure or assembly.

Measure the widest dimension of the component body, excluding leads and terminals. This attribute helps determine PCB footprint compatibility and mechanical fit. Verify against the datasheet drawing for accurate placement and clearance in your assembly.

Specifies the nominal voltage required to energize the relay coil. Verify this matches your control circuit voltage to ensure reliable switching. Check the datasheet for tolerance and minimum pickup voltage.

Specifies the DC resistance of the relay coil, which determines the current draw and power consumption at the rated voltage. Engineers compare this value to ensure the relay driver circuit can supply sufficient current and to calculate coil power dissipation. Verify against the datasheet for proper operation.

The unique part number assigned by the original component manufacturer. Use this to cross-reference datasheets, verify specifications, and ensure the exact component matches your design requirements. Always confirm the number against the manufacturer's official documentation.

Typical power consumption of the component under normal operating conditions. This is important for power budget calculations and thermal management. Check the datasheet for maximum ratings and test conditions to ensure your design stays within safe limits.

Indicates whether the component complies with the EU RoHS directive restricting hazardous substances. Buyers should verify this status for regulatory compliance and market access. Check the datasheet or certificate for exact compliance details.

Indicates the floor life of a component before it must be baked prior to soldering. Higher levels require stricter handling and shorter exposure times. Verify the MSL rating in the datasheet to ensure proper storage and assembly conditions.

Export Control Classification Number assigned by the U.S. Commerce Department. It determines export licensing requirements for electronic components. Verify the ECCN against the manufacturer's datasheet or export compliance documentation before shipping internationally.