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Best Alternatives to BX-DS2.54-4PZC

Package: Through HoleBossieProgrammersNumber of Positions: 4Circuit: SPSTSwitching Rating: 25mA at 24VDCNon-switching Rating: 100mA at 50VDCPitch: 2.54 mm

Find replacements for the Bossie BX-DS2.54-4PZC, a 4-position through-hole DIP switch. Review functional and potentially pin-compatible alternatives from other manufacturers.

AI replacement insight

Package riskmedium

One candidate is SMD, and the other requires pinout verification.

Electrical risklow

Key electrical ratings are well-matched on valid candidates.

Can it be replaced directly?

Direct replacement for BX-DS2.54-4PZC should use only Datasheet verified or Strong match candidates; many approved options still require engineering review.

Best replacement path

The strongest candidate is TAM104EZ, which matches key electrical and mechanical specs. However, pinout verification is required before use.

Main risk

The primary risk is mechanical incompatibility. Alternatives may have different package types (SMD vs. Through-Hole) or minor dimensional differences requiring PCB layout changes.

Recommended alternatives

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TAM104EZ package
TAM104EZ

ROCPU Switches

Needs validationlow risk

Strong functional and mechanical match; requires pinout verification.

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Alternative comparison matrix

Feature / factorBX-DS2.54-4PZCTAM104EZDSIC04LS-PAlt 3Compatibility / risk
PackageThrough HoleThrough HoleSMD-8PThrough Hole / SMD-8P — Matches target mounting style.; DSIC04LS-P: Requires PCB layout change.
Positions4444 — Same number of switch positions.; DSIC04LS-P: Same number of switch positions.
Pitch2.54mm2.54mm2.54mm2.54mm — Standard pitch matches.; DSIC04LS-P: Standard pitch matches.
Voltage24VDC, 25mA24VDC, 25mA24VDC, 25mA24VDC, 25mA — Electrical rating matches.; DSIC04LS-P: Electrical rating matches.
Temperature-30°C to +85°CNot specified-Not specified — Operating temperature range not found.

Application & sourcing insights

Questions & answers

Verified drop-in options for BX-DS2.54-4PZC are limited in the current batch. Review candidates marked Strong match or Datasheet verified, and validate package, pinout, and electrical limits before committing a BOM change.