Series 131
High Voltage Mini-SIL/SIP Reed Relays
Up to 1500 V stand-off
Choice of 3, 5 or 12 V coils with optional internal diode
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Package Type
1 Form A (energize to make) SPST N.O. configuration
Smallest high voltage reed relay currently available
Switching up to 0.7 A, 10 W
Internal mu-metal magnetic screen allows side by side
stacking without magnetic interaction
100% tested for dynamic contact resistance
Highest quality vacuumed, sputtered ruthenium reed
switches
Text color option
General Purpose & Low Level switch options available
Additional build options are available
Many benefits compared to industry standard relays
(see last page)
Ideal for cable testers, mixed signal/semiconductor testers, backplane testers, high voltage
instrumentation, in-circuit test equipment or other applications where high voltage capability is
required.
Switch Ratings - Dry Switches
1 Form A (energize to make)
Stand-off 1 kV, switching up to 1 kV
Stand-off 1.5 kV, switching up to 1 kV
Series 131 switch ratings - contact ratings for each switch type
Max.
Switch Switch Power
switch
No
form rating
current
Max.
carry
current
Max.
Life
Min.
switching
expectancy
stand-off
volts
ops typical
volts
1
(see Note )
(see Note2)
Operate
time inc
bounce
(max)
Release
time
Special
features
1 (L)
A
10 W
0.7 A
1.25 A
1000
1000
108
0.5 ms
0.2 ms
High voltage
1
A
10 W
0.7 A
1.25 A
1000
1500
10
0.5 ms
0.2 ms
High voltage
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Note2: Life Expectancy
The life of a reed relay depends upon the switch load and the end of life criteria. For example, for an ‘end of life’ contact
resistance specification of 1 Ω, switching low loads or when ‘cold’ switching, typical life is expected to be greater than 1 x 108
ops. At higher voltages and the maximum load (resistive), typical life is 1 x 107 ops. In the event of abusive conditions, e.g.
high currents due to capacitive inrushes, this figure reduces considerably. Pickering will be pleased to perform life testing
with any particular load conditions.
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Note1: Switching Voltage
This high voltage rating is for RESISTIVE loads only. At these high voltages, even stray capacitance can generate very high
current pulses, which can damage the contact plating causing welding of the reed switch. If there is capacitance in circuit,
provision should be made to limit the surge, to within the current and power ratings of the relay.
Specification
High Voltage Mini-SIL/SIP Reed Relays – Series 131
Application Note:
A characteristic of the switch used in this range is the contact resistance can increase over time if subjected to standoff
voltages in the upper range of the specification. This does not affect the life expectancy but can result in contact resistances
greater than 1 Ohm. In most high voltage applications this increase has no effect on performance but, in some mixed signal
applications low and stable contact resistance is important.
For this reason, Pickering offer both a low-level and a general-purpose option for all package types, the low-level parts have
a reduced high voltage standoff and are tested for extended contact resistance stability as part of the production testing.
The low-level versions have 131L at the start of the part number.
For new applications or for further information please contact our Technical department.
Operating Voltages
Coil voltage - nominal
Must operate voltage - maximum at 25°C
Must release voltage - minimum at 25°C
3V
2.25 V
0.3 V
5V
3.75 V
0.5 V
12 V
9V
1.2 V
Environmental Specification/Mechanical Characteristics
In the table below, the upper temperature limit can be extended to +125 °C if the coil drive voltage is increased to
accommodate the resistance/temperature coefficient of the copper coil winding. This is approximately 0.4% per °C. This
means that at 125 °C the coil drive voltage will need to be increased by approximately 40 x 0.4 =16% to maintain the
required magnetic drive level. Please contact sales@pickeringrelay.com for assistance.
Operating Temperature Range
-20 ºC to +85 ºC
Storage Temperature Range
-35 ºC to +100 ºC
Shock Resistance
50 g
Vibration Resistance (10 - 2000 Hz)
20 g
Soldering Temperature (max) (10 s max)
270 ºC
Washability (Proper drying process is recommended)
Fully Sealed
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Specification
High Voltage Mini-SIL/SIP Reed Relays – Series 131
Coil Data and Type Numbers
Device Type
Coil
(V)
Type Number
1 Form A
Switch No. 1 (1 kV)
Package Type 1
1 Form A
Switch No. 1 (1.5 kV)
Package Type 1
Max.
Coil
contact
resistance resistance
(initial)
131L-1-A-3/1DR
3
100 Ω
131L-1-A-5/1DR
5
250 Ω
131L-1-A-12/1DR
12
750 Ω
131-1-A-3/1DR
3
100 Ω
131-1-A-5/1DR
5
250 Ω
131-1-A-12/1DR
12
750 Ω
Capacitance
(typical)
(see Note3)
Insulation resistance
(minimum at 25 °C)
(see Note4)
Switch
to coil
Across
switch
Closed
switch
to coil
Across
open
switch
0.17 Ω
1012 Ω
1012 Ω
2.5 pF
0.1 pF
0.17 Ω
1012 Ω
1012 Ω
2.5 pF
0.1 pF
When an internal diode is required, the suffix D is added to the part number as shown in the table.
When red printing is required, the suffix R is added to the part number as shown in the table.
Note3: Capacitance across open switch
This is measured with all other component leads connected to the guard terminal of the measuring bridge.
Note4: Insulation resistance
Insulation resistance will reduce at higher temperatures. For more information on temperature effects click here, or
contact Pickering for more in depth guidance.
Pin Configuration, Weights and Dimensional Data (dimensions in inches, millimeters in brackets)
PackageType
Type
Package
0.49 (12.5)
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PICKERING
Weight: Typical 0.58 g
Weight:
Typical 0.58 g
131-1-A-3/1D
0.145 (3.7)
Spot indicates Pin 1
0.02
(0.5)
0.26
(6.6)
1 Form A
+
1
0.125
(3.2)
Pin 1
0.16 0.08 0.16
(4.0) (2.0) (4.0)
0.02
(0.5)
3 4
6
0.01
(0.25)
Important: Where the optional internal diode is fitted, the correct coil polarity must be observed, as shown by the + symbol
on the schematics.
The technical information shown in this data sheet could contain inaccuracies or typographical errors. This information may
be periodically changed or updated and these changes will be included in future versions of this data sheet.
For different values, latest specifications and product details, please contact your local Pickering sales office.
For FREE evaluation samples go to: pickeringrelay.com/samples
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Specification
High Voltage Mini-SIL/SIP Reed Relays – Series 131
Similar Relays Comparison
If the Series 131 is unsuitable for your application, Pickering also manufactures two other series of reed relays with similar
characteristics, but in different package sizes.
Series Name
131L-1-A
131-1-A
119L-1-A
119-1-A
119L-2-A
119-2-A
119L-1-B
119-1-B
Physical Outline
Depth
Width
Height
3.7 (0.145)
mm
(inches)
3.7 (0.145)
12.5 (0.49)
15.1 (0.595)
6.6 (0.26)
1
Package Volume
(mm3)
306
Typical Weights (g)
0.58
Contact
Configuration
1-A
(SPST)
20.1 (0.79)
369
369
8.9 (0.35)
369
369
491
0.67
662
662
0.74
1-A
(SPST)
Reed Switch Type
Dry
Low Level
Dry
Stand-off Voltage (V)
1000
1500
Dry
Dry
Low Level Low Level
1000
1500
498
0.89
2-A
(DPST)
1-B
(SPNC)
498
Dry
Dry
Dry
Dry
Low Level
Dry
Dry
Low Level
Dry
Dry
1500
2000
3000
1000
1500
1000
1500
2000
Switching Voltage (V)
1000
1000
0.7
0.7
Carry Current (A)
1.25
1.25
Switch Power (W)
10
10
104-1-A
498
1.06
Switching Current (A)
Series Name
15.1 (0.595)
6.6 (0.26)
104-1-B
104-2-A
100HV-1-A
100HV-1-B
100HV-2-A
10.2 (0.40)
Physical Outline
Depth
10.2 (0.40)
10.2 (0.40)
24.1 (0.95)
29 (1.14)
24.1 (0.95)
29 (1.14)
29 (1.14)
8.2 (0.32)
12.5 (0.49)
12.7 (0.50)
15.2 (0.60)
15.2 (0.60)
Package Volume
(mm3)
1245
2284
4496
4496
Typical Weights (g)
2.06
3.75
3.7
6.99
8.75
8.75
Contact
Configuration
1-A
(SPST)
1-B
(SPNC)
2-A
(DPST)
1-A
(SPST)
1-B
(SPNC)
2-A
(DPST)
Width
Height
6.3 (0.245)
mm
(inches)
Reed Switch Type
Dry
Dry
Mercury
Dry
Wetted
Dry
Dry
Dry
3122
Dry
Dry
3000 4000 1500 2000 1500 2000
3122
Mercury
Wetted
Dry
Dry
Dry
Dry
1500
1500
2000
3000
1500
Dry
Dry
2000
1500
Dry
Stand-off Voltage (V)
1500 2000
1500
Switching Voltage (V)
1000
500
1000
1000
1000
500
1000
1000
1000
2000
Switching Current (A)
1
2
1
1
1
2
1
1
1
Carry Current (A)
1.5
3
1.5
1.5
1.5
3
1.5
1.5
1.5
Switch Power (W)
25
50
25
25
25
50
25
25
25
Reed Relay Selection Tool
Because Pickering offer the largest range of high-quality reed relays, sometimes it can be difficult to find the right reed relay
you require. That is why we created the Reed Relay Selector, this tool will help you narrow down our offering to get you the
correct reed relay for your application. To try the tool today go to: pickeringrelay.com/reed-relay-selector-tool
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Ordering Information
High Voltage Mini-SIL/SIP Reed Relays – Series 131
Standard Build Options
The Series 131 Reed Relay is available with a number of standard build options to tailor it to your specific application. These
options are detailed in the table below. If you decide to go ahead and specify one, or more, of these options you will be
allocated a unique part number suffix.
Mechanical Build Options
Electrical Build Options
Special pin configurations or pin lengths
Different coil resistance
Special print with customer’s own part number or logo
Very low capacitance possibility
Custom packaging possibility
Different stand-off or switching voltage
Operate or de-operate time
Pulse capability
Enhanced specifications
Non-standard coil voltages and resistance figures
Special Life testing under customer’s specific load
conditions
Specific environmental requirements
Controlled thermal EMF possibility
Customization
If your specific requirements are not met by standard relay, or any of the standard build options, please speak to us to
discuss producing a customized reed relay to service your specific application: pickeringrelay.com/contact
3D Models
Interactive 3D models of the complete range of Pickering relay products in STEP, IGS and SLDPRT formats can be
downloaded from the website: pickeringrelay.com/3d-models
Part Number Description:
131 L - 1 - A - 3 / 1 D R - xxx
Series
Low level version (omit if not required)
Number of reeds
Switch form
Coil voltage
Switch number (see table on page 1)
Diode if fitted (omit if not required)
Red printing (omit if not required
Unique suffix (if standard build option selected)
Help
If you need any technical advice or other help, please do not hesitate to contact our Technical Sales Department. We will
always be pleased to discuss Pickering relays with you. email: techsales@pickeringrelay.com
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High Voltage Mini-SIL/SIP Reed Relays – Series 131
10 Key Benefits of Pickering Reed Relays
Pickering Reed Relays
Typical Industry Reed Relays
Instrumentation Grade Reed Switches
with vacuum sputtered Ruthenium
plating to ensure stable, long life up to
5x10E9 operations.
Often low grade Reed Switches with
electroplated Rhodium plating resulting
in higher, less stable contact resistance.
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Formerless Coil
Construction
Formerless coil construction increases
the coil winding volume, maximizing
magnetic efficiency, allowing the use of
less sensitive reed switches resulting in
optimal switching action and extended
lifetime at operational extremes.
Use of bobbins decreases the coil
winding volume, resulting in having
less magnetic drive and a need to use
more sensitive reed switches which
are inherently less stable with greatly
reduced restoring forces.
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Magnetic Screening
Mu-metal magnetic screening (either
external or internal), enables ultra-high
PCB side-by-side packing densities with
minimal magnetic interaction, saving
significant cost and space. Pickering
Mu-Metal magnetic screen - interaction
approx. 5%
Lower cost reed relays have minimal
or no magnetic screening, resulting in
magnetic interaction issues causing
changes in operating and release
voltages, timing and contact resistance,
causing switches to not operate at their
nominal voltages. Typical industry
screen - interaction approx. 30%
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SoftCenter™ technology, provides
maximum cushioned protection of the
reed switch, minimising internal lifetime
stresses and extending the working life
and contact stability.
Transfer moulded reed relays (produced
using high temperature/pressure),
result in significant stresses to the glass
reed switch which can cause the switch
blades to deflect or misalign leading to
changes in the operating characteristics,
contact resistance stability and operating
lifetime.
100% testing for all operating
parameters including dynamic contact
wave-shape analysis with full data
scrutiny to maintain consistency.
Simple dc testing or just batch testing
which may result in non-operational
devices being supplied.
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Instrumentation Grade
Reed Switches
SoftCenter™
Technology
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100% Dynamic
Testing
X-Ray of Pickering
mu-metal
magnetic screen
X-Ray of typical
industry
magnetic screen
Dynamic Contact Resistance Test
Operate
Contact Resistance
Key Benefit
Release
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100% Inspection
at Every Stage of
Manufacturing
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Inspection at every stage of
manufacturing maintaining high levels
of quality.
Often limited batch inspection.
Stress testing of the manufacturing
processes, from -20°C to +85°C to -20°C,
repeated 3 times.
Rarely included resulting in field failures.
+85°C
100% Thermal
Cycling
-20°C
Product Longevity
Limited ability to customize.
Pickering are committed to product
longevity; our reed relays are
manufactured and supported for
more than 25 years from introduction,
typically much longer.
Most other manufacturers discontinue
parts when they reach a low sales
threshold; costing purchasing and R&D
a great deal of unnecessary time and
money to redesign and maintain supply.
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Our reed relays can be customized
easily, e.g. special pin configurations,
enhanced specifications, non-standard
coil or resistance figures, special life
testing, low capacitance, and more.
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Mass production: Usually large
batch sizes and with no quick-turn
manufacturing.
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Custom Reed Relays
Flexible manufacturing processes allow
quick-turn manufacturing of small
batches.
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Flexible
Manufacturing
Process
Product
25+Years
Longevity
For more information go to: pickeringrelay.com/10-key-benefits
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