# Reed Relay, SPST-NO, 5 VDC, Micro-SIL 119 Series, Through Hole, 125 ohm, 700 mA

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**URL**: https://novapart.co/products/119-1-A-5/3D/reed-relay-spst-no-5-vdc-micro-sil-119-series
**SKU**: 119-1-A-5/3D
**Manufacturer**: PICKERING
**Category**: Switches & Relays || Relays || Reed Relays
**Price**: €17.6200
**Stock**: 10+
**Lead Time**: 50 days (indicative)

## Specifications

| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Svhc | No SVHC (21-Jan-2025) |
| Coil Voltage | 5VDC |
| Product Range | Micro-SIL 119 Series |
| Relay Mounting | Through Hole |
| Coil Resistance | 125ohm |
| Contact Configuration | SPST-NO |
| Switching Current Max | 700mA |
| Switching Voltage Max | 1kV |

## Datasheet

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**Series 119** 

## High Voltage Micro-SIL/SIP Reed Relays 

## Up to **3 kV** stand-off 

**1 Form A** , **2 Form A** or **1 Form B** configurations 

**3 V** , **5 V** & **12 V** coils with **optional internal diode** 

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Insulation resistance **>10** 12 **Ω** 

Switching up to **0.7 A** , **10 W** ° **General Purpose** & **Low Level** switch options available ee Additional build options are available e Many benefits compared to industry standard relays (see last page) 

## **Switch Ratings - Dry Switches** 

|1 Form A (energize to make)|1 Form B (energize to break)|2 Form A (energize to make)|
|---|---|---|
|Stand-off 1 kV, switching up to 1 kV<br>Stand-off 1.5 kV, switching up to 1 kV<br>Stand-off 2 kV, switching up to 1 kV<br>Stand-off 3 kV, switching up to 1 kV|Stand-off 1 kV, switching up to 1 kV<br>Stand-off 1.5 kV, switching up to 1 kV<br>Stand-off 2 kV, switching up to 1 kV|Stand-off 1 kV, switching up to 1 kV<br>Stand-off 1.5 kV, switching up to 1 kV|



## **Series 119 switch ratings - contact ratings for each switch type** 

|Switch<br>No|Switch<br>form|Power<br>rating|Max.<br>switch<br>current|Max.<br>carry<br>current|Max.<br>switching<br>volts<br>(see Note1)|Min.<br>stand-off<br>volts|stand-off<br>Life<br>expectancy<br>ops typical<br>(see Note2)|Operate<br>time inc<br>bounce<br>(max)|Release<br>time|Special<br>features|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|1 (L)<br>1<br>2 (L)<br>2<br>3|A or B<br>A or B<br>A<br>A or B<br>A|10 W<br>10 W<br>10 W<br>10 W<br>10 W|0.7 A<br>0.7 A<br>0.7 A<br>0.7 A<br>0.7 A|1.25 A<br>1.25 A<br>1.25 A<br>1.25 A<br>1.25 A|1000<br>1000<br>1000<br>1000<br>1000|1000<br>1500<br>1500<br>2000<br>3000|108<br>108<br>108<br>108<br>108|0.5 ms<br>0.5 ms<br>0.5 ms<br>0.5 ms<br>0.5 ms|0.2 ms<br>0.2 ms<br>0.2 ms<br>0.2 ms<br>0.2 ms|High voltage<br>High voltage<br>High voltage<br>High voltage<br>High voltage|



## Note[1] : 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. 

## Note[2] : 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 10[8] ops. At higher voltages and the maximum load (resistive), typical life is 1 x 10[7] 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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Load<br>1000 V, 1 mA<br>500 V, 10 mA<br>20 V, 500 mA<br>10 V, 10 mA<br>>5 V, 1 mA<br>a ee ee ee Typical No. of Ops<br>1E+05 1E+06 1E+07 1E+08 1E+09 1E+10<br>Series 119 Life Test Data<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


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## **Operating Voltages** 

|Coil voltage - nominal|Must operate voltage - maximum at 25°C|Must release voltage - minimum at 25°C|
|---|---|---|
|3 V|2.25 V|0.3 V|
|5 V|3.75 V|0.5 V|
|12 V|9 V|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. 

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Operating Temperature Range -20 ºC to +85 ºC<br>Storage Temperature Range -35 ºC to +100 ºC<br>Shock Resistance 50 g<br>Vibration Resistance (10 - 2000 Hz) 20 g<br>Soldering Temperature (max) (10 s max) 270 ºC<br>Washability (Proper drying process is recommended) Fully Sealed<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


## **Contact Resistance** 

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 119L at the start of the part number. 

For new applications or for further information please contact our Technical Department. 

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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## **Coil Data and Type Numbers** 

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Insulation resistance  Capacitance<br>Max.   (minimum at 25 °C)  (typical)<br>Coil  Coil   contact  (see Note [4] ) (see Note [3] )<br>Device Type Type Number<br>(V) resistance resistance  Closed  Across<br>(initial) Switch   Across  switch  open<br>to coil switch<br>to coil switch<br>1 Form A (L)  119L-1-A-3/1D 3 100 Ω<br>Switch No. 1 (1  kV) 119L-1-A-5/1D 5 250 Ω 0.17 Ω 10 [12]  Ω 10 [12]  Ω 2.5 pF 0.1 pF<br>Package Type 1 119L-1-A-12/1D 12 750 Ω<br>1 Form A  119-1-A-3/1D 3 100 Ω<br>Switch No. 1 (1.5  kV) 119-1-A-5/1D 5 250 Ω 0.17 Ω 10 [12]  Ω 10 [12]  Ω 2.5 pF 0.1 pF<br>Package Type 1 119-1-A-12/1D 12 750 Ω<br>1 Form A (L)  119L-1-A-3/2D 3 50 Ω<br>Switch No. 2 (1.5  kV) 119L-1-A-5/2D 5 125 Ω 0.17 Ω 10 [12]  Ω 10 [12]  Ω 2.5 pF 0.1 pF<br>Package Type 2 119L-1-A-12/2D 12 400 Ω<br>1 Form A  119-1-A-3/2D 3 75 Ω<br>Switch No. 2 (2  kV) 119-1-A-5/2D 5 200 Ω 0.17 Ω 10 [12]  Ω 10 [12]  Ω 2.5 pF 0.1 pF<br>Package Type 2 119-1-A-12/2D 12 500 Ω<br>1 Form A  119-1-A-3/3D 3 50 Ω<br>Switch No. 3 (3  kV) 119-1-A-5/3D 5 125 Ω 0.17 Ω 10 [12]  Ω 10 [12]  Ω 2.0 pF 0.1 pF<br>Package Type 3 119-1-A-12/3D 12 400 Ω<br>2 Form A (L) 119L-2-A-3/1D 3 50 Ω<br>Switch No. 1 (1  kV) 119L-2-A-5/1D 5 100 Ω 0.17 Ω 10 [12]  Ω 10 [12]  Ω 2.5 pF 0.1 pF<br>Package Type 6 119L-2-A-12/1D 12 400 Ω<br>2 Form A 119-2-A-3/1D 3 50 Ω<br>Switch No. 1 (1.5  kV) 119-2-A-5/1D 5 100 Ω 0.17 Ω 10 [12]  Ω 10 [12]  Ω 2.5 pF 0.1 pF<br>Package Type 6 119-2-A-12/1D 12 400 Ω<br>1 Form B (L)  119L-1-B-3/1D 3 50 Ω<br>Switch No. 1 (1  kV) 119L-1-B-5/1D 5 100 Ω 0.17 Ω 10 [12]  Ω 10 [12]  Ω 2.5 pF 0.1 pF<br>Package Type 4 119L-1-B-12/1D 12 400 Ω<br>1 Form B  119-1-B-3/1D 3 50 Ω<br>Switch No. 1 (1.5  kV) 119-1-B-5/1D 5 100 Ω 0.17 Ω 10 [12]  Ω 10 [12]  Ω 2.5 pF 0.1 pF<br>Package Type 4 119-1-B-12/1D 12 400 Ω<br>1 Form B  119-1-B-3/2D 3 50 Ω<br>Switch No. 2 (2  kV) 119-1-B-5/2D 5 100 Ω 0.17 Ω 10 [12]  Ω 10 [12]  Ω 2.5 pF 0.1 pF<br>Package Type 5 119-1-B-12/2D 12 400 Ω<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


When an internal diode is required, the suffix D is added to the part number as shown in the table. 

## Note[3] : Capacitance across open switch 

This is measured with all other component leads connected to the guard terminal of the measuring bridge. 

## Note[4] : 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. 

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## **Pin Configuration, Weights and Dimensional Data** (dimensions in inches, millimeters in brackets) 

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0.595 (15.1)<br>Package TypePackage Type1 1<br>P I C K E R I N G<br>0.145<br>Weight: Typical 0.67 gWeight: Typical 0.67g  119-1-A-5/1D (3.7)<br>0.26 (6.6) (0.5)0.02 1 Form A +<br>0.125 (3.3) 1 2 3 4<br>Pin 1 0.02 0.01<br>0.15 0.15 0.15 (0.5) (0.25) Switch No. 1 (1.5 kV stand-off)<br>(3.8) (3.8) (3.8)<br>0.595 (15.1)<br>Package TypePackage Type2 2 P I C K E R I N G<br>0.145<br>Weight: Typical 0.67 gWeight: Typical 0.67g  119-1-A-5/2D (3.7)<br>0.26 (6.6) (0.5)0.02 1 Form A +<br>0.125 (3.3) 1 2 3 4<br>Pin 1 0.02 0.01<br>(0.5) (0.25) Switch No. 2 (2 kV stand-off)<br>0.2 0.1 0.2<br>(5.1) (2.54) (5.1)<br>0.79 (20.1)<br>Package TypePackage Type3 3 P I C K E R I N G 0.145<br>Weight: Typical 0.74g  119-1-A-5/3D (3.7)<br>Weight: Typical 0.74 g<br>0.26 (6.6) (0.5)0.02 1 Form A +<br>0.125 (3.3) 1 2 3 4<br>Pin 1 (0.5)0.02 (0.25)0.01 Switch No. 3 (3 kV stand-off)<br>0.3 0.1 0.3<br>(7.6) (2.54) (7.6)<br>0.595 (15.1)<br>Package TypePackage Type4 4 P I C K E R I N G 0.145<br>Weight: Typical 0.89g  119-1-B-5/1D (3.7)<br>Weight: Typical 0.89 g<br>1 Form B<br>0.35 (8.9) 0.02 (see Note) +<br>(0.5)<br>0.125 (3.3) 1 2 3 4<br>Pin 1 (0.5)0.02 (0.25)0.01 Switch No. 1 (1.5 kV stand-off)<br>0.15 0.15 0.15<br>(3.8) (3.8) (3.8)<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


**Important:** Where the optional internal di ~~ode is ftted or~~ for all Form B types, the correct coil polarity must be observed, as shown by the + symbol on the schematics. 

**Note** : A 1 cm space should be left between Form B types and other relays, as the magnetic field from the internal biasing magnet could slightly affect the sensitivity of the relay alongside. 

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**Pin Configuration, Weights and Dimensional Data** (dimensions in inches, millimeters in brackets) 

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**Important:** Where the optional internal diode is fitted or for all Form B types, the correct coil polarity must be observed, as shown by the + symbol on the schematics. 

**Note** : A 1 cm space should be left between Form B types and other relays, as the magnetic field from the internal biasing magnet could slightly affect the sensitivity of the relay alongside. 

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## **Similar Relays Comparison** 

If the Series 119 is unsuitable for your application, Pickering also manufactures three other series of reed relays with similar characteristics, but in different package sizes. 

|Series Name<br>131L-1-A<br>131-1-A<br>119L-1-A<br>119-1-A<br>119L-2-A<br>119-2-A<br>119L-1-B<br>119-1-B|
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|Physical Outline<br>Depth<br>mm<br>(inches)<br>3.7 (0.145)<br>3.7 (0.145)<br>Width<br>12.5 (0.49)<br>15.1 (0.595)<br>20.1 (0.79)<br>15.1 (0.595)<br>Height<br>6.6 (0.26)<br>6.6 (0.26)<br>8.9 (0.35)<br>Package Volume<br>(mm3)<br>306<br>369<br>369<br>369<br>369<br>491<br>662<br>662<br>498<br>498<br>498<br>Typical Weights (g)<br>0.58<br>0.67<br>0.74<br>1.06<br>0.89<br>**1**<br>**2**<br>**3**<br>**6**<br>**4**<br>**5**<br>**4**<br>**6**<br>**1**<br>**2**<br>~~||~~<br>~~RsGe~~<br>~~|| Ds~~<br>~~fteyelet~~<br>~~e tel eee~~|
|Contact<br>Configuration<br>1-A<br>(SPST)<br>1-A<br>(SPST)<br>2-A<br>(DPST)<br>1-B<br>(SPNC)|
|Reed Switch Type<br>Dry<br>Low Level<br>Dry<br>Dry<br>Low Level<br>Dry<br>Low Level<br>Dry<br>Dry<br>Dry<br>Dry<br>Low Level<br>Dry<br>Dry<br>Low Level<br>Dry<br>Dry<br>Stand-off Voltage (V)<br>1000<br>1500<br>1000<br>1500<br>1500<br>2000<br>3000<br>1000<br>1500<br>1000<br>1500<br>2000<br>Switching Voltage (V)<br>1000<br>1000<br>Switching Current (A)<br>0.7<br>0.7<br>Carry Current (A)<br>1.25<br>1.25<br>Switch Power (W)<br>10<br>10<br>~~Po~~<br>~~se~~<br>~~reGe~~<br>~~ee~~<br>~~rePe~~|
|Series Name<br>104-1-A<br>104-1-B<br>104-2-A<br>100HV-1-A<br>100HV-1-B<br>100HV-2-A|
|Physical Outline<br>Depth<br>mm<br>(inches)<br>6.3 (0.245)<br>10.2 (0.40)<br>10.2 (0.40)<br>10.2 (0.40)<br>Width<br>24.1 (0.95)<br>29 (1.14)<br>24.1 (0.95)<br>29 (1.14)<br>29 (1.14)<br>Height<br>8.2 (0.32)<br>12.5 (0.49)<br>12.7 (0.50)<br>15.2 (0.60)<br>15.2 (0.60)<br>Package Volume<br>(mm3)<br>1245<br>2284<br>3122<br>3122<br>4496<br>4496<br>Typical Weights (g)<br>2.06<br>3.75<br>3.7<br>6.99<br>8.75<br>8.75<br>~~_ ere~~<br>ee<br>~~|| LR~~<br>~~|| GG~~<br>~~ee eee eee~~|
|Contact<br>Configuration<br>1-A<br>(SPST)<br>1-B<br>(SPNC)<br>2-A<br>(DPST)<br>1-A<br>(SPST)<br>1-B<br>(SPNC)<br>2-A<br>(DPST)|
|Reed Switch Type<br>Dry<br>Dry<br>Mercury<br>Wetted<br>Dry<br>Dry<br>Dry<br>Dry<br>Dry<br>Dry<br>Mercury<br>Wetted<br>Dry<br>Dry<br>Dry<br>Dry<br>Dry<br>Dry<br>Dry<br>Stand-off Voltage (V)<br>1500 2000<br>1500<br>3000 4000 1500 2000<br>1500 2000<br>1500<br>1500<br>2000<br>3000<br>1500<br>2000<br>1500<br>2000<br>Switching Voltage (V)<br>1000<br>500<br>1000<br>1000<br>1000<br>500<br>1000<br>1000<br>1000<br>Switching Current (A)<br>1<br>2<br>1<br>1<br>1<br>2<br>1<br>1<br>1<br>Carry Current (A)<br>1.5<br>3<br>1.5<br>1.5<br>1.5<br>3<br>1.5<br>1.5<br>1.5<br>Switch Power (W)<br>25<br>50<br>25<br>25<br>25<br>50<br>25<br>25<br>25<br>~~es ee a ee~~<br>~~ee~~<br>~~se GreGsGeGG QO~~<br>~~Po~~<br>~~seGeGsGeGG QO~~<br>~~Po~~|



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## **Standard Build Options** 

The Series 119 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. 

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## **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 

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## **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 

## **Contact Us** 

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## **10 Key Benef its** of Pickering Reed Relays 

|**Key Benef it**|**Pickering Reed Relays**|**Typical Industry Reed Relays**||
|---|---|---|---|
|Instrumentation Grade<br>Reed Switches<br>1|Instrumentation Grade Reed Switches<br>with vacuum sputtered Ruthenium<br>plating to ensure stable, long life up to<br>5x10E9 operations.|Often low grade Reed Switches with<br>electroplated Rhodium plating resulting<br>in higher, less stable contact resistance.||
|2<br>Formerless Coil<br>Construction<br>2|Formerless coil construction increases<br>the coil winding volume, maximizing<br>magnetic efficiency, allowing the use of<br>less sensitive reed switches resulting in<br>optimal switching action and extended<br>lifetime at operational extremes.|Use of bobbins decreases the coil<br>winding volume, resulting in having<br>less magnetic drive and a need to use<br>more sensitive reed switches which<br>are inherently less stable with greatly<br>reduced restoring forces.|“Ty<br>mitt)<br>wing,<br>ae<br>Pickering former-less coil<br>Typical industry coil<br>wound on bobbin|
|Magnetic Screening<br>3|Mu-metal magnetic screening (either<br>external or internal), enables ultra-high<br>PCB side-by-side packing densities with<br>minimal magnetic interaction, saving<br>significant cost and space.Pickering<br>Mu-Metal magnetic screen - interaction<br>approx. 5%|Lower cost reed relays have minimal<br>or no magnetic screening, resulting in<br>magnetic interaction issues causing<br>changes in operating and release<br>voltages, timing and contact resistance,<br>causing switches to not operate at their<br>nominal voltages.Typical industry<br>screen - interaction approx. 30%|X-Ray of Pickering<br>mu-metal<br>magnetic screen<br>X-Ray of typical<br>industry<br>magnetic screen|
|**SoftCenter**™<br>Technology<br>4|**SoftCenter**™technology, provides<br>maximum cushioned protection of the<br>reed switch, minimising internal lifetime<br>stresses and extending the working life<br>and contact stability.|Transfer moulded reed relays (produced<br>using high temperature/pressure),<br>result in significant stresses to the glass<br>reed switch which can cause the switch<br>blades to deflect or misalign leading to<br>changes in the operating characteristics,<br>contact resistance stability and operating<br>lifetime.|Pickering<br>Typical industry<br>soft center<br>thermo-setting<br>protection of<br>hard moulded protection<br>the reed switch<br>ofthe reed switch|
|100% Dynamic<br>Testing<br>5|100% testing for all operating<br>parameters including dynamic contact<br>wave-shape analysis with full data<br>scrutiny to maintain consistency.|Simple dc testing or just batch testing<br>which may result in non-operational<br>devices being supplied.|Coil Voltage<br>Contact Resistance<br>Dynamic Contact Resistance Test<br>Operate<br>Release|
|100% Inspection<br>at Every Stage of<br>Manufacturing<br>6|Inspection at every stage of<br>manufacturing maintaining high levels<br>of quality.|Often limited batch inspection.|EE<br>a,|
|100% Thermal<br>Cycling<br>7|Stress testing of the manufacturing<br>processes, from -20°C to +85°C to -20°C,<br>repeated 3 times.|Rarely included resulting in field failures.|+85°C<br>-20°C|
|<br>Flexible<br>Manufacturing<br>Process<br>8|Flexible manufacturing processes allow<br>quick-turn manufacturing of small<br>batches.|Mass production:  Usually large<br>batch sizes and with no quick-turn<br>manufacturing.|Ga<br>=\, TURNARDUND<br>ee7||
|Custom Reed Relays<br>9|Our reed relays can be customized<br>easily, e.g. special pin configurations,<br>enhanced specifications, non-standard<br>coil or resistance figures, special life<br>testing, low capacitance, and more.|Limited ability to customize.||
|Product Longevity<br>10|Pickering are committed to product<br>longevity; our reed relays are<br>manufactured and supported for<br>more than 25 years from introduction,<br>typically much longer.|Most other manufacturers discontinue<br>parts when they reach a low sales<br>threshold; costing purchasing and R&D<br>a great deal of unnecessary time and<br>money to redesign and maintain supply.|**Product**<br>**Longevity**<br>**25+**<br>**Years**|



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