SWITCHES AND SENSORS SWITCHES AND SENSORS

Snap Action Switches:

83132 / 83133 / 83134 Subminiature Double Break Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/2

83170 Subminiature Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/6

83180 Sealed Subminiature Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/10

83161 Miniature Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/14

83160 Miniature Positive Break Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/18

83137 Miniature Side Rotary Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/19

83106 / 83109 / 83112 / 83154 Double Break Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/20

83139 Sealed Double Break Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/24

83169 Sealed Miniature Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/28

83123 Sealed Flat-Pack Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/31

81290 Low Force Position Detectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/32

Industrial Limit Switches:

83852 / 83853 Miniature Industrial Limit Switches, Positive Opening . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/34

83862 Industrial Limit Switches, Positive Opening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/36

83870 Miniature Pre-Cabled Limit Switches, Positive Opening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/40

83880 Pre-Cabled Limit Switches, Positive Opening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/42

83800 Miniature Limit Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/44

83731 / 83732 / 83733 Automotive Limit Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/46

83589 Automotive Limit Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/47

83581 Sealed Limit Switches, Telescopic-Actuator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/48

83523 / 83528 Door Interlock Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/50

83856 / 83857 Manual Reset Positive Opening Miniature Limit Switches . . . . . . . . . 3/52

83841 Waterproof Limit Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/55

83863 / 83864 Cable Pull Limit Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/56

Safety (Security) Limit Switches:

838930 / 838931 Miniature Plastic Key Lock Limit Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/58

838932 Solenoid Operated Plastic Key Lock Limit Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/60

838940 Industrial Metal Key Lock Limit Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3/62

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Part Number Page Part Number Page Part Number Page Part Number Page

25552953 3/100 79214578 3/64 83161.5SP4136 3/15 83853305 3/35

25552954 3/100 79214579 3/62 83161.6 3/15 83853306 3/35
25552955 3/100 79214579 3/64 83161.8 3/15 83853307 3/35
25552956 3/100 79214580 3/62 83161.9 3/15 83853308 3/35
25552957 3/100 79214580 3/64 83161.9SP4136 3/15 83853311 3/35
25552958 3/100 79214581 3/58 831690 3/29 83853312 3/35
25552959 3/100 79214582 3/58 831694 3/29 83853313 3/35
25552960 3/100 79214583 3/58 831698 3/29 83853314 3/35
25552961 3/100 79214584 3/58 831699 3/29 83853315 3/35
25552962 3/100 79214585 3/58 83170.0 3/7 83853316 3/35
25552963 3/100 79215332 3/45 83170.4 3/7 83853317 3/35
25552964 3/100 79215740 3/14 83170.4SP4967 3/7 83853318 3/35
25552965 3/100 79215740 3/25 83170.9 3/7 83853501 3/34
25552966 3/100 79215740 3/29 83180.0 3/11 83853511 3/34
25552967 3/101 79215741 3/32 83181.0 3/11 83853601 3/35
25552968 3/101 79215742 3/15 83183.0 3/11 83853611 3/35
25552969 3/101 79215742 3/25 83186.0 3/11 83856011 3/53
25552970 3/101 79215742 3/19 835230 3/51 83856111 3/53
25552971 3/101 79215743 3/32 835280 3/51 83856211 3/53
25552972 3/101 79215835 3/15 835283 3/51 83856311 3/53
25552973 3/101 79218454 3/7 835810 3/49 83856312 3/53
25552974 3/101 79218454 3/11 835811 3/49 83856313 3/53
25552975 3/101 79218581 3/25 835890 3/47 83856315 3/53
25552976 3/101 79218581 3/29 835898 3/47 83856316 3/53
25552977 3/101 79218651 3/14 837313 3/46 83856317 3/53
25552978 3/101 79218651 3/25 837323 3/46 83856318 3/53
25552979 3/101 79218651 3/29 837333 3/46 83856511 3/53
25552980 3/101 79250290 3/36 83770025 3/54 83857011 3/53
25552981 3/101 79250291 3/36 83770035 3/54 83857111 3/53
25552982 3/101 79253326 3/7 83777021 3/55 83857211 3/53
25552983 3/101 79253326 3/11 83778021 3/55 83857311 3/53
25552984 3/101 79253327 3/7 83800151 3/45 83857312 3/53
25552989 3/101 79253327 3/11 83801051 3/45 83857313 3/53
25552990 3/101 79253328 3/7 83802051 3/45 83857315 3/53
25552991 3/101 79253328 3/11 83803051 3/45 83857316 3/53
25552992 3/101 79253329 3/7 83805051 3/45 83857317 3/53
26546820 3/102 79253329 3/11 83806051 3/45 83857318 3/53
26546821 3/102 79507524 3/25 83807051 3/45 83862001 3/36
26546822 3/102 79697001 3/73 83852001 3/34 83862011 3/36
26546823 3/102 79697003 3/72 83852011 3/34 83862101 3/36
26546824 3/102 79697004 3/72 83852101 3/34 83862111 3/36
26546825 3/102 79697005 3/72 83852111 3/34 83862201 3/36
26546826 3/102 79697006 3/72 83852201 3/34 83862211 3/36
70500206 3/21 79697008 3/72 83852211 3/34 83862301 3/37
70500208 3/21 79697009 3/72 83852301 3/35 83862302 3/37
70500218 3/21 79697010 3/72 83852302 3/35 83862303 3/37
70500813 3/21 79697011 3/72 83852303 3/35 83862304 3/37
70500828 3/21 79697101 3/72 83852304 3/35 83862305 3/37
70500840 3/21 79697101 3/73 83852305 3/35 83862306 3/37
70500870 3/21 81290001 3/32 83852306 3/35 83862307 3/37
70500888 3/20 81290501 3/32 83852307 3/35 83862308 3/37
70507524 3/15 825233 3/51 83852308 3/35 83862311 3/37
70507524 3/29 831060 3/20 83852311 3/35 83862312 3/37
70507526 3/15 831064 3/21 83852312 3/35 83862313 3/37
70507528 3/15 831067 3/21 83852313 3/35 83862314 3/37
70507529 3/15 831090 3/21 83852314 3/35 83862315 3/37
70507529 3/25 831110 3/21 83852315 3/35 83862316 3/37
70507529 3/29 831115 3/21 83852316 3/35 83862317 3/37
70514131 3/3 831120 3/21 83852317 3/35 83862318 3/37
70514175 3/3 831230 3/31 83852318 3/35 83862501 3/36
70514181 3/3 831320 3/3 83852501 3/34 83862511 3/36
70514182 3/3 831330 3/3 83852511 3/34 83862601 3/37
70514183 3/3 831340 3/3 83852601 3/35 83862611 3/37
70514194 3/3 831370 3/19 83852611 3/35 83863001 3/56
70514559 3/3 831390 3/25 83853001 3/34 83863002 3/56
79210997 3/45 831391 3/25 83853011 3/34 83870102 3/41
79210998 3/45 831392 3/25 83853101 3/34 83870103 3/41
79214571 3/68 831395 3/25 83853111 3/34 83871102 3/41
79214572 3/68 831540 3/21 83853201 3/34 83871103 3/41
79214573 3/68 831607 3/29 83853211 3/34 83872102 3/41
79214574 3/68 83161.1 3/15 83853301 3/35 83872103 3/41
79214576 3/68 83161.2 3/15 83853302 3/35 83873102 3/41
79214577 3/68 83161.3 3/15 83853303 3/35 83873103 3/41
79214578 3/62 83161.5 3/15 83853304 3/35 83874102 3/41

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Part Number Page Part Number Page Part Number Page Part Number Page

83874103 3/41 84717045 3/83 84717145 3/83 84717275 3/88

83880102 3/43 84717050 3/84 84717150 3/84 84717276 3/88
83880103 3/43 84717051 3/84 84717151 3/84 84717277 3/88
83881102 3/43 84717052 3/85 84717152 3/85 84717278 3/89
83881103 3/43 84717053 3/85 84717153 3/85 84717279 3/89
83882102 3/43 84717054 3/85 84717154 3/85 84717280 3/89
83882103 3/43 84717055 3/85 84717155 3/85 84717281 3/89
83883102 3/43 84717056 3/85 84717156 3/85 84717282 3/89
83883103 3/43 84717057 3/85 84717157 3/85 84717283 3/89
83884102 3/43 84717062 3/86 84717162 3/86 84717284 3/89
83884103 3/43 84717063 3/86 84717163 3/86 84717285 3/89
83893001 3/58 84717064 3/87 84717164 3/87 84717286 3/90
83893010 3/58 84717065 3/87 84717165 3/87 84717287 3/90
83893120 3/58 84717066 3/87 84717166 3/87 84717288 3/90
83893130 3/58 84717067 3/87 84717167 3/87 84717289 3/90
83893201 3/60 84717068 3/87 84717168 3/87 84717290 3/91
83893202 3/60 84717069 3/87 84717169 3/87 84717291 3/91
83893203 3/60 84717074 3/88 84717174 3/88 84717292 3/91
83893301 3/67 84717075 3/88 84717175 3/88 84717293 3/91
83893302 3/67 84717076 3/89 84717176 3/89 84717326 3/80
83893303 3/67 84717077 3/89 84717177 3/89 84717327 3/80
83893401 3/67 84717078 3/89 84717178 3/89 84717328 3/80
83894020 3/62 84717079 3/89 84717179 3/89 84717329 3/80
83894120 3/64 84717080 3/89 84717180 3/89 84717330 3/81
83894121 3/64 84717081 3/89 84717181 3/89 84717331 3/81
83894122 3/64 84717086 3/90 84717186 3/90 84717332 3/81
83894130 3/64 84717087 3/90 84717187 3/90 84717333 3/81
83894131 3/64 84717088 3/91 84717188 3/91 84717338 3/83
83894132 3/64 84717089 3/91 84717189 3/91 84717339 3/83
83894201 3/68 84717090 3/91 84717190 3/91 84717340 3/83
83895001 3/70 84717091 3/91 84717191 3/91 84717341 3/83
83895030 3/70 84717092 3/91 84717192 3/91 84717342 3/83
83895101 3/70 84717093 3/91 84717193 3/91 84717343 3/83
84717000 3/78 84717100 3/78 84717226 3/80 84717344 3/83
84717001 3/78 84717101 3/78 84717227 3/80 84717345 3/83
84717002 3/78 84717102 3/78 84717228 3/80 84717346 3/82
84717003
84717004
84717005
3/78
3/79
3/79
84717103
84717104
84717105
3/78
3/79
3/79
84717229
84717230
84717231
3/80
3/81
3/81
84717347
84717348
84717349
3/82
3/82
3/82
3
84717006 3/79 84717106 3/79 84717232 3/81 84717350 3/84
84717007 3/79 84717107 3/79 84717233 3/81 84717351 3/84
84717008 3/79 84717108 3/79 84717238 3/83 84717352 3/84
84717009 3/79 84717109 3/79 84717239 3/83 84717353 3/84
84717010 3/78 84717110 3/78 84717240 3/83 84717354 3/85
84717011 3/78 84717111 3/78 84717241 3/83 84717355 3/85
84717012 3/78 84717112 3/78 84717242 3/83 84717356 3/85
84717013 3/78 84717113 3/78 84717243 3/83 84717357 3/85
84717014 3/79 84717114 3/79 84717244 3/83 84717358 3/85
84717015 3/79 84717115 3/79 84717245 3/83 84717359 3/85
84717016 3/79 84717116 3/79 84717246 3/82 84717360 3/85
84717017 3/79 84717117 3/79 84717247 3/82 84717361 3/85
84717018 3/79 84717118 3/79 84717248 3/82 84717362 3/86
84717019 3/79 84717119 3/79 84717249 3/82 84717363 3/86
84717020 3/79 84717120 3/79 84717250 3/84 84717364 3/86
84717021 3/79 84717121 3/79 84717251 3/84 84717365 3/86
84717022 3/78 84717122 3/78 84717252 3/84 84717366 3/87
84717023 3/78 84717123 3/78 84717253 3/84 84717367 3/87
84717024 3/78 84717124 3/78 84717254 3/85 84717368 3/87
84717025 3/78 84717125 3/78 84717255 3/85 84717369 3/87
84717026 3/80 84717126 3/80 84717256 3/85 84717374 3/88
84717027 3/80 84717127 3/80 84717257 3/85 84717375 3/88
84717028 3/81 84717128 3/81 84717258 3/85 84717376 3/88
84717029 3/81 84717129 3/81 84717259 3/85 84717377 3/88
84717030 3/81 84717130 3/81 84717260 3/85 84717378 3/89
84717031 3/81 84717131 3/81 84717261 3/85 84717379 3/89
84717032 3/82 84717132 3/82 84717262 3/86 84717380 3/89
84717033 3/82 84717133 3/82 84717263 3/86 84717381 3/89
84717038 3/83 84717138 3/83 84717264 3/86 84717382 3/89
84717039 3/83 84717139 3/83 84717265 3/86 84717383 3/89
84717040 3/83 84717140 3/83 84717266 3/87 84717384 3/89
84717041 3/83 84717141 3/83 84717267 3/87 84717385 3/89
84717042 3/83 84717142 3/83 84717268 3/87 84717386 3/90
84717043 3/83 84717143 3/83 84717269 3/87 84717387 3/90
84717044 3/83 84717144 3/83 84717274 3/88 84717388 3/90

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Part Number Page Part Number Page Part Number Page Part Number Page

84717389 3/90 84718506 3/97

84717390 3/91 84718508 3/97
84717391 3/91 84718510 3/97
84717392 3/91 84718511 3/97
84717393 3/91 84718524 3/99
84717626 3/80 84718526 3/99
84717627 3/80 84718528 3/99
84717628 3/81 84718530 3/99
84717629 3/81 84718532 3/99
84717630 3/81 84718534 3/99
84717631 3/81 84718572 3/98
84717632 3/82 84718574 3/98
84717633 3/82 84718578 3/98
84717646 3/82 84718580 3/98
84717647 3/82 84718588 3/97
84717648 3/82 84718589 3/97
84717649 3/82 84799801 3/96
84717650 3/84 84799802 3/96
84717651 3/84 84799803 3/96
84717652 3/84 84799804 3/96
84717653 3/84 85100291 3/73
84717654 3/85 85100292 3/73
84717655 3/85 85100293 3/73
84717656 3/85 IMB1805T 3/77
84717657 3/85
84717662 3/86
84717663 3/86
84717664 3/87
84717665 3/87
84717670 3/84
84717671 3/84
84717672 3/84
84717673 3/84
84717674 3/88
84717675 3/88
84717676 3/88
84717677 3/88
84717678 3/89
84717679 3/89
84717680 3/88
84717681 3/88
84717684 3/89
84717685 3/89
84717686 3/90
84717687 3/90
84717688 3/91
84717689 3/91
84717694 3/89
84717695 3/89
84717707 3/94
84717709 3/94
84717731 3/95
84717733 3/95
84717743 3/95
84717745 3/95
84717755 3/94
84717757 3/94
84717767 3/94
84717769 3/94
84717779 3/95
84717781 3/95
84717791 3/95
84717793 3/95
84718006 3/93
84718008 3/93
84718010 3/93
84718024 3/92
84718026 3/92
84718030 3/92
84718032 3/92
84718036 3/92
84718038 3/92
84718042 3/92
84718044 3/92

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Snap Action Switches

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Subminiature Switches Series 83 132 / 83 133 / 83 134

General specifications Types

Layout

- The NO and NC circuits must both be of the same polarity. Features

Components Electrical characteristics

Material Nominal A
Current rating at 125-250 V
- Case : glass filled polyamide Thermal A
- Contacts : silver Mechanical characteristics
- Terminals: copper-nickel Operating force - max. N (oz)
Actuator Release force min. N (oz)
- Plain : stainless steel Overtravel max. - force N (oz)
- roller: nylon
Maximum rest position mm (in)
Accessories : stainless steel Tripping point mm (in)
Operating curve Movement differential mm (in)
Overtravel - min. mm (in)
Number of
operations
Operating temperature °C (°F)
Resistive circuit:
Mechanical life Operations
L = 5 ms
Inductive circuit{ R
cos ϕ = 0.8
Contact gap
Weight
mm (in)
g (oz)
Mechanical life
Contact Type
C (Form C) SPDT-DB
Connections
83 132 : solder connection -1- only
83 133 : solder connection -1- only
83 134 : printed circuit board -2- only
Rating in
Amps
Actuators and mounting positions-Factory Mounted Only
Part numbers for standard actuators
Actuators-Length mm (in)

Tripping point mm (in)

Operating force max. N (oz)
Release force min. N (oz)
Pre-travel - max. mm (in)
Movement differential mm (in)
Total travel max. mm (in)
Part numbers for standard actuators
Actuators-Length mm (in)

Tripping point mm (in)

Operating force - max. N (oz)
Release force - min. N (oz)
Pre-travel - max. mm (in)
Approvals UL (E42016), CSA (LR - 20918) for others, please Movement differential mm (in)
consult us. Total travel max. mm (in)

Other information
Also available: 1) Bi-stable operation Catalog products produced
Normally stocked items to order
2) NC or NO contacts
3) Custom Actuators
Please consult us for other actuators.
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83 132 0 83 133 0 83 134 0

Side terminals Base terminals Face terminals

5 5 5
11 11 11

1.6 (5.6) 1.6 (5.6) 1.6 (5.6)

0.4 (1.4) 0.4 (1.4) 0.4 (1.4)
10 (35.3) 10 (35.3) 10 (35.3)
8.45 (.33) 8.45 (.33) 8.10 (.32)
7.7±0.2 (.30-.008) 7.7±0.2 (.30-.008) 7.35±0.25 (.29-.010)
0.45 (.018) 0.45 (.018) 0.45 (.018)
0.3 (.012) 0.3 (.012) 0.3 (.012)
-20 +125 (-4 to +257) -20 +125 (-4 to +257) -20 +125 (-4 to +257)
107 107 107
0.3 x 2 (.012 x 2) 0.3 x 2 (.012 x 2) 0.3 x 2 (.012 x 2)
1.8 (.06) 1.8 (.06) 1.8 (.06)
2
C C C
3
1 solder tags can accept quick
connects .11˝ x .02˝
2 for printed
circuit boards 3
4
L 70 514 175 C 70 514 194 E 70 514 181 F 70 514 182
Flat 54A R14.75 (.58) Flat 54A R35.75 (1.41) Tip-mounted in-line roller 54E R7.5 (.3) Tip-mounted in-line roller 54E R14.1 (.56)

83 132 0 83 132 0 83 132 0 83 132 0

83 133 0 83 134 0 83 133 0 83 134 0 83 133 0 83 134 0 83 133 0 83 134 0
9.5 ±0.8 (.374 ±.031) 9.2±0.8 (.362 ±.031) 10 ±1.5 (.413 ±.06) 9.7±0.15 (.382 ±.06) 14.2 ±0.3 (.56 ±.012) 13.9±0.3 (.547 ±.012) 15.5 ±0.8 (.61 ±.031) 15.2±0.8 (.6 ±.031)
0.18 (.6) 0.34 (1.2) 1.6 (5.6) 0.8 (2.8)
0.16 (.5) 0.06 (.2) 0.32 (1.1) 0.17 (.6)
2.15 (.085) 5.15 (.203) 1.1 (.043) 2.05 (.081)
1±0.3 (.04±.001) 2.1±0.65 (.083±.026) 0.5±0.15 (.02±.006) 0.95±0.3 (.037±.001)
2.8 (.11) 6.8 (.268) 1.45 (.057) 2.7 (.106)
B 70 514 559 A 70 514 131 G 70 514 183
Simulated Roller 54B R13.7 (.54) Flat 54A R7.75 (.30) Tip-mounted in-line roller 54E R34.4 (1.35)

83 132 0 83 132 0 83 132 0

83 133 0
12.7 ±0.8 (.5 ±.03)
83 134 0
12.4±0.8 (.49 ±.03)
83 133 0
8.2 ±0.3 (.32 ±.01)
83 134 0
7.9±0.3 (.31 ±.01)
83 133 0
16.1 ±1.4 (.63 ±.05)
83 134 0
15.8±1.4 (.62 ±.05)
Ø No
0.85 (3)
0.18 (.6)
1.55 (5.45)
0.3 (1.05)
0.34 (1.19) Actuator
0.07 (.25)
2.05 (.081) 1.1 (.04) 4.9 (1.9)
0.95±0.3 (.037±.001) .5±0.15 (.02±.006) 2±0.6 (.08±.02)
2.7 (.106) 1.5 (.06) 6.6 (.26)
Except where otherwise indicated, the actuator is mounted in the position shown in the dimensional drawings (= standard mounting).
To order please specify :
Example : 831330 C 1 • A L
Contact Type Connection Actuator Position
1 Switch Type
831320 2 C 1 3 Actuators
A 4 F
5 L - Left (Standard)
831330 2 B G R - Right
831340 C Ø
Example P/N is 831330, SPDT-DB, solder terminals, A actuator mounted on the left. E L
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Subminiature Switches

Dimensions
83 132 0 83 133 0 83 134 0
= =
(.15)

(3.9)
3.9

10

(.28)
7.05

5.08
(.2)
(2.9)
7.4
OL

(.08 0.006 )

fl 1.5 x .7 1.5 2.1 0.02

+
2.1 0.15

_
0.05
1

(fl .06 x .03) (.06) (.08 0.007

+
0.02 )

OL =
+
_

+
_

(.08)

(.04)
7

2.45
(.37)

2.1

(.1)
9.3

1
(2.8)
18.4 2 tabs 0.7 (.03)
(.72) 15.24
3.6 (.6)
01.5 (.37)
(.06)
18.1
(.71)
(.12)

(.25)

(.02)
3.2

6.4

0.6

(.25)
6.4

(.3)
7.6
(.25)
6.4

01.5

(.16)
4
(.06)
03
20.4 (.12)
(.80)
0.6 x 0.5
(.023 x .02)

mm(in)

Connections
1 2
2.2

(.08)
(.09)

2.1
2.42 1.2

= =
(.10) (.05)

(.17)
4.4
(.31)

(.32)
7.9

.82
(.37)
9.3
(.37)

4
9.3
(.05)
1.2
(.11 x .02)
2.8 x .0.5

(.09)

32.8 R 0.5 0.6 x 5.5

2.4

(.08)

0.75 0.5
2.2

(1.29) 0.5 (.02) (.023 x .02)

(.02) (.3) (.02)

2.8 2.8
(.11) (.11)

mm(in)

Actuators
Standard mounting E 70514181 R=7.5 (.3)
A 70514131 R=7.75 (.30) F 70514182 R=14.1 (.56)
L 70514175 R=14.75 (.58) B 70514559 R=13.7 (.54)
G 70514183 R=34.4 (1.35)
C 70514194 R=35.75 (1.41)
(.47) 70° F
F
(0.5x3)

12
.2x.12

F Ø5x3
(.18)

R1.2
4.6

(.2x.12)
= =
R (.05) R
3.9
R

(.15)
3.2x4.2
x3 2) (.125 x .165
)
0.5 2x.1
(.08)
(.08)

(.27)

2.1
6.9

(.
2.1
(.27)
6.9

2.5
(.10)

mm(in)

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Subminiature Switches

Actuators and mounting positions – Factory Mounted Only – for Gang Operation
Part numbers for standard actuators – Consult factory for part number
Actuators-Length mm (in)
2 pole 54A2 R30 (1.18) 3 pole 54A3 R30 (1.18) Side mounting plate (0.4 mm) 54Y

83 132 0 83 132 0
83 133 0 *83 134 0 83 133 0 *83 134 0
Delivered separately
Tripping Point mm (in) 8.8±0,8 (.346±0.03) 8.8±0,8 (.346±0.03)
Operating Force max N (oz) 0.8 (2.8) 1.2 (4.2)
Release Force min N (oz) 0.16 (.6) 0.24 (.8) *For gang operation with
Pre-travel min mm (in) 4.3 (.17) 4.3 (.17) 83 132 0 or 83 133 0.
Movement differential mm (in) 2±0.55 (.08±0.02) 2±0.55 (.08±0.02)
Total travel max mm (in) 5.75 (.23) 5.75 (.23)

Actuators – For Gang Operation

54A2 54A3

(.36)

(.76)
19.2
9.2

.76
(0.2)
0.5

3
12.8
(.36)
(.5)
9.2

mm(in)

Mounting accessories
83 132 0 - 83 133 0 83 134 0
1.6
(.063)
(.26)
6.6
(.26)
6.9

(.23)
5.8

6
(.24)

mm(in)

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Subminiature Switches Series 83 170 DIN 41 635 B

General specifications Types

Layout Components
Material
- Case : polyester UL 94 VO 1
- Button : glass-filled polyamide Part numbers for standard products (no lever) terminal type 2
- Contacts : AgNi, 3
gold-plated AgNi (dual-current)
- Terminals : copper-nickel Features
Actuators
- flat : stainless steel Electrical characteristics
- roller : stainless steel with polyamide roller Nominal A
Current rating at 250 V
Approvals: NF - UL - cUL Thermal A
Operating curve Mechanical characteristics
For type 83 170 0 For type 83 170 4 Operating force - max. N (oz.)
Release force - min. N (oz.)
Number of
operations
Number of Total travel force - max. N (oz.)
operations
Resistive circuit:
c L = 5 ms
Permitted overtravel force - max. N (oz.)
Inductive circuit { R
a cos ϕ = 0.8
Resistive circuit:
Inductive circuit {
c L = 5 ms
R
a cos ϕ = 0.8
Maximum rest position mm (in.)
Mechanical
life
Tripping point mm (in.)
Mechanical
life Differential travel mm (in.)
Overtravel - min. mm (in.)
Ambient operating temperature °C
Mechanical endurance Operations
Contact gap mm (in.)
Weight g (oz.)

Contact type
C (Form C) SPDT
Rating in
Amps
Rating in B (Form B) SPNC not available in PC terminals
Amps
A (Form A) SPNO not available in PC terminals
Connections
For type 83 170 9
Number of
operations

Resistive circuit:

Mechanical
life Actuators and mounting positions
Part numbers for standard actuators
Actuators – Length mm (in.)

Mounting positions
Coefficient
Rating in
Tripping point mm (in.)
Amps
Mounting positions
Except where otherwise indicated, actuators are supplied unmounted.
Model 83 170 9 is designed to operate equally well on dual-current For factory mounting, specify mounting position L or R.
(1 mA 4 V minimum) or medium-current (5 A maximum) circuits.
However, a given product should only be used to switch one type of – To calculate force : take the force quoted for the switch and divide by
circuit during its working life. the coefficient given in the table.
– To calculate travel : take the travel quoted for the switch and multiply
by the same coefficient.
Mounting accessories for PCB mounting: 5 / 6 / 7 / 8
See page 3/9.

Other information
For other forces, actuators, connections and temperatures, Catalog products produced
please consult us. Normally stocked items to order

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83170.0 83170.4 83170.9 83170.4 SP 4967 83170.4 83170.9
831700C1.0 831704C1.0 831709C1.0 831704C2.MBSP 831704C1.MB 831709C1.MB
831700C2.0 831704C2.0 831709C2.0 831704C3.MBSP 831704C2.MB 831709C2.MB
831700C3.0 831704C3.0 831709C3.0 831704C1.MBSP 831704C3.MB 831709C3.MB
High current Standard Low current High force Standard Low current

10 5 0.1 5 5 0.1
12.5 6 6 6

1.5 (5.3) 0.6 (2.2) 0.6 (2.2) 1.5 (5.3) 0.6 (2.2) 0.6 (2.2)
0.3 (1) 0.1 (.04) 0.1 (.04) 0.3 (1) 0.1 (.04) 0.1 (.04)
1.8 (6.3) 1 (3.5) 1 (3.5) 1.8 (6.3) 1 (3.5) 1 (3.5)
10 (35.3) 10 (35.3) 10 (35.3) 10 (35.3) 10 (35.3) 10 (35.3)
9.2 (.36) 9.2 (.36) 9.2 (.36) 10.8 (.425) 10.8 (.425) 10.8 (.425)
8.4±0.3 (.33±.01) 8.4±0.3 (.33±.01) 8.4±0.3 (.33±.01) 9.9±0.3 (.39±.01) 9.9±0.3 (.39±.01) 9.9±0.3 (.39±.01)
0.15 (.006) 0.15 (.006) 0.15 (.006) 0.15 (.006) 0.15 (.006) 0.15 (.006)
0.5 (.02) 0.5 (.02) 0.5 (.02) 0.5 (.02) 0.5 (.02) 0.5 (.02)
-20 to130 (-4 to 266) -20 to130 (-4 to 266) -20 to130 (-4 to 266) -20 to130 (-4 to 266) -20 to130 (-4 to 266) -20 to130 (-4 to 266)
107 3.107 3.107 106 106 106
0.4 (.016) 0.4 (.016) 0.4 (.016) 0.4 (.016) 0.4 (.016) 0.4 (.016)
1.7 (.06) 1.7 (.06) 1.7 (.06) 1.7 (.06) 1.7 (.06) 1.7 (.06)

2
C
B
C
B
C
B
C
B
C
B
C
B
3
A A A A A A

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

4
A 79 253 327 B 79 253 326 C 79 253 328 E 79 218 454 F 79 253 329
Flat 170A R18.3 (.72) Flat 170A R24 (.94) Flat 170A R41 (1.61) Roller 170E R20 (.79) Dummy roller 170F R19.5 (.77)

L R L R L R L R L R
3 1.5 4 2 7 3.5 3 1.5 3 1.5
10.4±1.2 (.41±.05) 9.2±0.6 (.36±.24) 11.1±1.2 (.44±.05) 9.6±0.6 (.38±.24) 13.2 ±2.5 (.52 ±.1) 10.7 ±1.2 (.42 ±.05) 15.4 ±1.2 (.61±.05) 14.5 ±0.6 (.57±.24) 13 ±1.2 (.51±.05) 12 ±0.6 (.47 ±.24)

D 79 218 491 L 79 218 493

Screw 170D R20 (.79) Transverse roller 170L R20 (.79) MB

Ø No
Characteristics available upon request. Actuator
5
To order please specify :
Example : 831700 C 2 • C L

1 Switch Type
2 Contact Type
3 Connection
4 Actuators
5 Actuator Position

831700 A 1 5 A E L - Left (Standard)

831704 B 2 6 B F R - Right
831709 C 3 7 C L
4 8 D MB
Ø MB SP4967
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Subminiature Switches DIN 41635 B

Dimensions
83 170 Asymmetric 83 170 Symmetric 83 170 with MB Button
19.8 –0.2
(.78 –.008)
7.5 –0.2 19.8 ±0.2
(.3.–008) (.73 ±.008)
OL = 7.6 (.30)

2.4–0.1 5–0.1 7.5 ±0.2

R 3.6
(.09–.001) (.2 –.004) (.14) (.3.±008) 5±0.1
(.2 ±.004)
R 2.5 (.1)
2.4 –0.1

2.4 ±0.1
(.1–.009)

(.1±.009)
(.38 –.008)
9.6 –0.2

(.38 ±.008)
9.6 ±0.2
fl 2.5 –0.1 Ø 2.5 ±0.1
(.1–.004) (.1±.004)

(.09 ±.04)
fl2.2 +0.1 Ø2.2 +0.1
7.62 ±0.2 7.62 ±0.2
(.09 –.04)

2.2 ±0.1
0 0
2.2 –0.1

(fl .09 –.004

0 ) –0.03 (x3) (Ø .09 ±.004
0 ) 0.5 ±0.03 (x3)
0.5
9.5 –0.1
(.02–.001) (.30 ±.008) (.30 ±.008) 9.5 ±0.1 (.02±.001)
(.37 ±.004) 6.35±0.2
(.37 –.004) 8.9 ±0.2
8.9 –0.2 6.35–0.2 (.35±.008) (.25 ±.008)
(.35–.008) (.25 –.008) 12.2 ±0.2
12.2 –0.2 (.48 ±.008)

(.25 ±.008)
(.48 –.008)

6.4 ±0.2
(.25 –.008)
6.4 –0.2

Ø 5.5
(.157–.008)
4 –0.1

=
=

Mounting by M2 screws mm (in)

Torque : 2 cm daN
Connections

2 1 3-4 5-6 7-8

Solder .11x.02 Quick Connects Straight PCB Side Output PCB Rear Side Output PCB Front
3.4 ±0.2 (.13 ±.008)
6 ±0.15 (.236 ±.006)

3.7±02 (.15 +.008 )

4.3 ±0.2 (.17 ±.008)

5±0.2 (2 ±.008)
5±0.2 (2 ±.008)

1.3 ±0.05(.05 ±.002)

1.3 ±0.05(.05 ±.002)
4.5±0.15 (.18 ±.006)
7.1±01 (.28 +.004 )

1±0.1 (.04 ±.004)

1±0.1 (.04 ±.004)
-0 )
(.08 +.008
(.05 ±.004)
1.3 ±0.1

30°
2.2±02
0

2.4±0.15 1 ±0.1(.04 ±.004) 3.5 ±0.2 3.5 ±0.2

(.1±.006) (.14 ±.008) (.14 ±.008)
4.1±0.1 Ø1.3 ±0.2
0 1.3±0.05 (.05 ±.002)
(.16 ±.004) (.11 ±.004)
2.8±0.1
(.11 ±.004)

Printed circuit board mounting

Asymmetric Symmetric
3 5 7 4 6 8
8.9 ±0.1 6.35±0.1 7.62 ±0.1 7.62 ±0.1
(.35 ±.004) (.25 ±.004) (3x2.54) (3x2.54)
(.3 ±.004) (.3 ±.004)
(3x1) (3x1)
Ø 1.6 ±0.1
(.06 ±.004) 1.C 4.NO 2.NC Ø 1.6 ±0.1
(.06 ±.004) 1.C 4.NO 2.NC

mm (in)

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Subminiature Switches DIN 41 635 B

Actuators
Actuator mounting positions
ABC
L 5.9 11.1 R
(.23) (.44)

TP (Tripping Point)
(.25±.004)

Refer to pages 3/6 & 3/7.

6.3±0.1
(.25±.004)
6.3±0.1

13.4±0.1 3.6±0.1
(.53±.004) (.14±.004)

E F

mm (in.)
Mounting accessories
Mounting pins

Output on
Sortie unitboîtier
côte side : 5: X2
(.11± .004)
2.9 ± 0.1

Sortie côte
Output on couvercle
cover side : 7 : X3

mm (in.)

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Sealed Subminiature Switches Series 83 180 DIN 41 635 B

General specifications Types

Layout Components

Material Part numbers for standard products with 1

- Case : UL 94VO glass-filled polyester 2
connection of type FD0
- Button : Polyester
- Membrane : silicon Features
- Contacts : AgCdO
AgNi (dual current), Electrical characteristics
- Terminals : tinned brass Nominal A
Current rating at 250 V
- Cable : PVC (IP 67) Hp 1/ 2
- Leads : PVC Mechanical characteristics
Operating force - max. N (oz.)
Actuators Release force - min. N (oz.)
- flat : stainless steel Total travel force - max. N (oz.)
- roller : stainless steel with polyamide roller Permitted overtravel force - max. N (oz.)
Rest position - max. mm (in.)
Approvals 83 180/83 186 : NF. UL - cUL on request
Tripping point mm (in.)
Differential travel mm (in.)
Operating curve 250 Va Overtravel - min. mm (in.)
Ambient operating for tag version °C (°F)
Operations temperature for lead / cable version °C (°F)
Resistive circuit Mechanical durability Operations
Contact gap mm (in.)
Weight (tag version) g (oz.)
Contact Type
C (Form C) SPDT
B (Form B) SPNC not available in PC terminals
A (Form A) SPNO not available in PC terminals
Connections

A
2 1 3 4
Actuators and mounting positions
Part numbers for standard actuators
Switch rating with DC supply
Actuators - Length mm (in.)
83 180 83 181 83 183 83 186
Resistive load 10 A 6A 3A 6A
12 V Inductive
10 A 6A 3A 6A Mounting position
L/R 5 ms
Resistive load 10 A 6A 3A 6A Coefficient
24 V Inductive Tripping point mm (in.)
5A 5A 3A 5A 83 180
L/R 5 ms
83 181/183/186

Model 83 181 is designed to operate equally well on dual-current Part numbers for standard actuators
(1 mA 4 V minimum) or medium-current (6 A maximum) circuits. Actuators - Length mm (in.)
However, a given product should only be used to switch one type of
circuit during its working life.

Degree of protection Mounting positions

- Tag version : casing = IP67 Coefficient
terminals = IP00 Tripping point
- Lead / cable version : outlet / casing = IP67 Except where otherwise indicated, actuators are supplied unmounted.
For factory mounting, specify fixing position L or R.
- To calculate force : take the force quoted for the switch and divide by
the coefficient given in the table.
- To calculate travel : take the travel quoted for the switch and multiply
by the same coefficient.
Mounting accessories for PCB mounting : 5 / 6 / 7 / 8
See page 3/9.
Other information
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83180 83181 83183 83186
831800C1.0 831810C1.0 831830C1.0 831860C1.0
831800C2.0 831810C2.0 831830C2.0 831860C2.0
831800CFD0.0 831810CFD0.0 831830CFD0.0 831860CFD0.0

High current Dual current Medium current Standard

10 6 3 6
12.5 7.5 4 7.5

3.4 (12) 2.5 (8.8) 2.5 (8.8) 2.5 (8.8)

1 (3.5) 0.8 (2.8) 0.8 (2.8) 0.8 (2.8)
5 (17.6) 4.2 (14.1) 4.2 (14.1) 4.2 (14.1)
10 (35.3) 10 (35.3) 10 (35.3) 10 (35.3)
9.3 (.37) 9.3 (.37) 9.3 (.37) 9.3 (.37)
8.4 ±0.3 (.33 ±0.012) 8.4 ±0.3 (.33 ±0.012) 8.4 ±0.3 (.33 ±0.012) 8.4 ±0.3 (.33 ±0.012)
0.10 (.004) 0.10 (.004) 0.10 (.004) 0.10 (.004)
0.6 (.024) 0.6 (.024) 0.6 (.024) 0.6 (.024)
-40 +125 (-40 +257) -40 +125 (-40 +257) -40 +125 (-40 +257) -40 +125 (-40 +257)
-40 +105 (-40 +221) -40 +105 (-40 +221) -40 +105 (-40 +221) -40 +105 (-40 +221)
106 2 x 106 2 x 106 2 x 106
0.4 (.016) 0.4 (.016) 0.4 (.016) 0.4 (.016)
2 (.07) 2 (.07) 2 (.07) 2 (.07)
2
C C C C
B
A
B
A
B
A
B
A 3
3

5 6 7 8 FD0 FB0 FG0 CD0** CB0** CG0**

4
A 79 253 327 B 79 253 326 C 79 253 328 E 79 218 454
Flat 170A R18.3 (.72) Flat 170A R24 (.94) Flat 170A R41 (1.61) Roller 170E R20 (.79)

L R L R L R L R
3 1.5 4 2 7 3.5 3 1.5
10.4 ±1.2 (.41±.05) 9.2 ±0.6 (.36±.24) 11.1±1.2 (.44±.05) 9.6±0.6 (.38±.024) 13.2 ±2.5 (.52 ±.1) 10.7 ±1.2 (.42±.05) 15.4 ±1.2 (.61±.05) 14.5±0.6 (.57±.24)

F 79 253 329 D * L *
Dummy roller 170F R19.5 (.77) Screw 170D Transverse roller 170EL *

Ø No
L R Actuator
3 1.5
13±1.2 (.51±.05) 12±0.6 (.47 ±.24)
** Special order, contact us for part number 5
** Cable version for types 83 181, 83 183 and 83 186 To order please specify :
Example : 831810 C 2 • Ø
Connection Actuators Actuator Position
1 Switch Type
831810 2 Contact Type
A 3 1 6 Ø 4 F 5 L - Left (Standard)
831830 B 2 7 A L R - Right
831860 C 3 8 B
831800 4 FDØ CDØ C
5 FGØ CBØ D
To order actuators separately, use the 8 digit P/N FBØ CGØ E Example P/N is 831810 SPDT solder terminals with no actuator.

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Sealed Subminiature Switches DIN 41635 B

Dimensions
Symmetric Asymmetric
OL

Fixed by 2 x M2 screws
Torque for screw alone: 0.2 Nm (1.75 in. lbs.)
screw + washer: 0.3 Nm (2.65 in. lbs.)

Connections
Terminals
2 1 3-4 5-6 7-8
Solder Faston 2.8 x 0.5 Straight PCB output Side output, Side output,
.110˝ Quick Connects PCB rear PCB front

Printed circuit board mounting Mounting on a printed circuit board with mounting pins
Asymmetric Symmetric Asymmetric Symmetric
3, 5, 7 4, 6, 8

Lead output
(.11±.004)

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Cable output

CG0 cable CD0 cable CB0 cable

output on left output on right output on bottom Conductor cross-section :
83181 / 83183 / 83186 = 3 x 0.5 mm2
(.12 x .02 in2)

Common = black
NC = brown
NO = blue

mm (in.)
Actuators
Mounting positions

A, B, C E F
Flat Roller Dummy roller

mm (in.)
Recommendations for operation from the side

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Miniature Switches Series 83 161 DIN 41635 A

General specifications Types

Layout

Part numbers for standard products with 2

3
connections of type 6

Components Features
Material
- Case : glass-filled polyamide (self-extinguishing version to UL 94 VO Electrical characteristics
and IEC 695-2-1 850° C - available on request) Current A
Current rating at 125/250 V
- Button : polyamide Horsepower HP
- Contacts : nickel silver or gold alloy (dual-current) Mechanical characteristics
Actuators Operating force - max. N (oz.)
- flat : stainless steel
- roller : stainless steel, glass-filled polyamide roller Release force - min. N (oz.)
- other types of polyamide Total travel force - max. N (oz.)
Approvals: NF - UL/cUL Permitted overtravel force - max. N (oz.)
Operating curve Rest position - max. mm (in.)
For type 83 161 5 - 5 SP 4136 Tripping point mm (in.)
For type 83 161 1 3
Number of Number of Differential travel mm (in.)
operations operations
Overtravel - min. (OT) mm (in.)
Resistive circuit: c L = 5 ms Resistive circuit: c L = 5 ms Ambient operating temperature °C (°F)
Inductive circuit { R
a cos ϕ = 0.8
831613 Mechanical
inductive circuit { R
a cos ϕ = 0.8 Mechanical durability (for 2/3 OT) Operations
831611 durability Contact gap mm (in.)
Mechanical Weight g (oz.)
durability
Contact type
C (Form C) SPDT
B (Form B) SPNC
A (Form A) SPNO
Mechanical durability
Connections

Rating in Rating in
Amps Amps

For type 83 161 8 For type 83 161 9 SP 4136

2 solder 3 for 1/4˝ Quick Connects
Number of Number of
operations operations
Actuators and mounting positions
Resistive circuit: Resistive circuit:
Part numbers for standard actuators A 79 215 740
Actuators-Length mm (in.) Flat 161A R14.2 (.56)
Mechanical
durability
Mechanical
durability

Mounting positions A B
Coefficient 2 1
Tripping point (except 83 161 6) 15.2 ±1(.6±.004) 15.2 ±0.45(.6±.018)
Tripping point 83 161 6 14.8 ±1(.59±.004) 15 ± 0.45(.59±.018)
Rating in Rating in
Part numbers for standard actuators H 79 218 651
Amps Amps
Actuators-Length mm (in.) Dummy roller 161G R21.8 (.86)

For types 83 161 8 - 9 SP 4136 dual-current

Models 83 161 8 and 83 161 9 SP 4136 are designed to operate equally
well on dual-current (1 mA 4 V minimum) or medium-current
(5 A maximum) circuits.
However, a given product should only be used to switch one type of Mounting positions A B
circuit during its working life. Coefficient 3 1.8
Tripping point (except 83 161 6) 21.7 (.85 ) 21.7 ±0.7(.85±.03)
±2 ±.08

Tripping point 83 161 6 21.5 ±2(.85±.08) 21.5 ±07(.85±.03)

Except where otherwise indicated, flat and roller actuators are supplied unmounted.

Other information
For other forces, actuators, connections and temperatures, Catalog products produced
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83161.1(10.1A) 83161.2(15.1A) 83161.3(10.1A) 83161.5(4A) 83161.5SP4136 83161.6 83161.8(0.1A)
83161.9(0.1A) 83161.9SP4136
831611C2.0 831612C2.0 831613C2.0 831615C2.0 ● 831616C2.0 831618C2.0
831611C3.0 831612C3.0 831613C3.0 831615C3.0 ● 831616C3.0 831618C3.0
831611C6.0 831612C6.0 831613C6.0 831615C6.0 ● 831616C6.0 831618C6.0
High Force High Current Standard Low Force Ultra Light Force Wide Gap Dual Current

10.1 15.1 10.1 4 4 6.1 0.1

1/2 1/2 1/2 1/10 1/10 1/3 N/A

3 (10.5) 0.8 (2.8) 0.8 (2.8) 0.25 (0.9) 0.15 (0.54) 5 (18) 0.8 (2.8)
1 (3.5) 0.2 (0.7) 0.2 (0.7) 0.05 (0.18) 0.04 (0.14) 0.5 (1.8) 0.2 (0.7)
4.5 (15.8) 2 (7.0) 2 (7.0) 0.35 (1.2) 0.2 (0.72) 6 (21.6) 0.2 (.07)
20 (70.5) 20 (70.5) 20 (70.5) 20 (70.5) 20 (70.5) 20 (70.5) 20 (70.5)
16.1 (0.63) 16.2 (0.64) 16.2 (0.64) 16.3 (0.64) 16.3 (0.64) 16.1 (0.63) 16.2 (0.64)
14.7±0.4 (.58±0.16) 14.7±0.3 (.58±0.16) 14.7±0.3 (.58±0.16) 14.7±0.4 (.58±0.16) 14.7±0.3 (.58±0.16) 14.5±0.4 (.58±0.16) 14.7±0.4 (.58±0.16)
0.35 (0.014) 0.35 (0.014) 0.35 (0.014) 0.35 (0.014) 0.35 (0.014) 0.8 (0.03) 0.35 (0.014)
1.1 (0.05) 1.2 (0.05) 1.2 (0.05) 1.1 (0.05) 1.2 (0.05) 0.9 (0.035) 1.2 (0.05)
-20 +125 (-4 +257) -20 +125 (-4 +257) -20 +125 (-4 +257) -20 +125 (-4 +257) -20 +125 (-4 +257) -20 +125 (-4 +257) -20 +125 (-4 +257)
107 2 x 107 2 x 107 5 x 107 5 x 107 5 x 104 2 x 107
0.4 (0.016) 0.4 (0.016) 0.4 (0.016) 0.4 (0.016) 0.4 (0.016) 3.2 (0.126) 0.4 (0.016)
5.6 (.2) 5.6 (.2) 5.6 (.2) 5.6 (.2) 5.6 (.2) 5.6 (.2) 5.6 (.2)
2
C C C C C C C
B
A
B
A
B
A
B
A
B
A
B
A
B
A 3
3

5 screw 6 for 3/16˝ Quick Connects 7 for .11 Quick Connects

4
B 70 507 524 E 79 215 742 G 70 507 529 F 70 507 528
Flat 161A R25.4 (1) Roller 161E R13.6 (.54) Roller 161E R24.1 (.95) Dummy 161F roller R22.2 (.84)

A B C A B A B C A B C
4 2 1.5 2 1 4 2 1.5 3 1.8 1.5
15.2±2.5 (.6±.1) 15.2±1(.6±.04) 15.2 ±0.8(.6±.03) 20.5±1.5(.81±.06) 20.5±0.8(.81±.03) 20.5±2.9(.81±.11) 20.5±1.5(.81±.06) 20.5±1.2(.81±.05) 20.4±2(.8±.08) 20.5 (.81 ) 20.5±0.9(.81±.035)
±0.7 ±.03

14.4±2.5(.56±.1) 14.8±1(.58±.04) 14.9 ±0.8(.59±.03) 20.1±1.5(.79±.06) 20.3±0.8(.80±.03) 19.7±2.9(.76 ±.11) 20.1±1.5(.79±.06) 20.2±1.2(.79 ±.05) 20.2±2(.79±.08) 20.2±2(.79±.08)

L V C 70 507 526
4
D 79 215 835
161V Flat 161A R50 (1.9) Flat 161A R60 (2.39)
** Telescopic
plunger
Manual action
161L
D Factory Mount only
1 D Factory Mount only A B C A B C
21.5 ±1 (.85 ±.04 ) 1 6 3 2 7 3.5 2.2
21.5 ±1 (.85 ±.04 ) 18.35 ±0.45 15.2±6.3 15.2±2 15.2±1.6 15.2±6.9 15.2±2.5 15.2±2.3
For factory mounting, specify fixing position A, B or C ** For 83 161 1, 83 161 3, 83 161,6, 83 161 8, mounted in factory (supplied without nut) 5
To order, please specify :
1 Switch Type
2 Contact Type
3 Connection Example : 831612 C 3 • C A
4 Actuators
5 Actuator Position
831612 831619 A 2 Ø F A C
831613 831616 B 3 A G B (std) D
A B C
831615 831611 C 5 B H D
831618 6 C L
7 D V
E Ø = No actuator
To order actuators seperately, use the 8 digit P/N Example switch is 831612, SPDT, 1/4” Q.C., C actuator mounted in A position

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Miniature Switches DIN 41635 A

Dimensions
83 161
2.8 22.2 ±0.2 (.87 ±.008 ) 2.8 Ø3 +0.15
+0.05
(.11) ±0.2 (.11) (.12 +.006 )
2.8 (.11)

+.002
20.2 (.8 ±.008 )

10.3 ±0.15 (.41±.006)

OL = 13.35 (.53)

3.9
15.8 -0.15
(.?? +.006
+.002
-0.1

10.3 ±0.1
(.41 ±.004)

3 (.12)
)

27.8 ±0.15 (1.09 ±.006)

(.12 +.006
+.002
2.8 (.11)

3 +0.15
+0.05

3.4
(.13)

mm (in)

Connections
2 Solder 3 (6.3x0.8 (1/4x.03)) Quick Connects
12.1±0.2
4.3 +0.05
(.25 ±.03 ) -0.15
+.02 )
(.169 -.006
(.15x.03 ±.001)
3.2 (.13)

3.9x0.8 ±.02)

3 (.118)
6.7 (.264)

(.248±.004)
3.2 ±0.3

(6.3 ±0.1
9.3 ±0.2
(.13 ±.012) Ø1.7 +0.05
1.7 +0.05
+0
(.366±.008) +0

(.067 ±.002) (.067 ±.002)

17.4 (.685)
6.3
°

°
47

47
2.8 (.11)
3.2 (.13)

9.8 6.2
(.286) (.244)

5 Screw 6 (4.8x0.5 (.3/16x.02)) Quick Connects 7 (2.5x0.5 (.11x.02)) Quick Connects

10.7 ±0.2 (.42 ±.008 ) ±0.1
3.1 2.2 +0.2 +.008
+0 (.09 -0 )
(.13)
3.2
20 (.79)

.12 ±.004

(.11 ±.004 )
2.8 ±0.1
.19 ±.004
4.8±0.1
max.

±0.06
M3x4 Ø1.4
45° (.12x.16) .06±.002 Ø1.3 +0.2 +.008
+0 (.05 -0 )
(.25)
6.3
°
47

7.1±0.1
(.69)
17.4

4
9x6 (.16) .28±.004
(.35x.24)
7.1±0.1
(.28 ±.004 )
Actuators
mm (in)

F
Force calculation : divide the switch forces by the coefficient in the table.

Travel calculation : multiply the switch travel by the same coefficient.

2mm
(.08) Example :
A B C 83 161 3 with B Flat 161A actuator R 25.4 (1) position A (coef. 4)
D Operating force : 0.8
4 = 0.2 N
Pre-travel: 1.4 x 4 = 5.6 mm (.055 x 4 = .22 in)

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Miniature Switches DIN 41635 A

Actuator Mounting Positions

Actuators

E-G A-B-C-D L

F H

Accessories
Nuts 70 602 118 for L type actuator

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Miniature Positive Break Switches Series 83 160 DIN 41635 A

General specifications Types 1

Layout 83 160 7
The contact conforms to NFC 63 143 and
Features With positive break operation
IEC 947.5.1
*The SPDT version conforms to standard Electrical characteristics NC SPDT*
IEC 947.5.1 if only the normally closed Assigned working voltage (Ue) V 250 250
contact is used. Assigned working current (Ie) A 6 6
The switch operating principle forces the Thermal current rating (Ith) A 10 10
contacts open even in the event of welding Assigned circuit voltage (Ui) V 250 250
(positive break operation).
Mechanical characteristics
Operating force - max. N (oz.) 4 (14.1) 4 (14.1)
Release force - min. N (oz.) 1.5 (3.5) 1.5 (3.5)
Min. positive opening force N(oz.) 18 (63.5) 18 (63.5)
Permitted overtravel force - max. N (oz.) 200 (70.5) 200 (70.5)
Components Maximum rest position mm (in.) 15.7 (.62) 15.7 (.62)
Material Tripping point mm (in.) 14.8±0.3 (.58±0.012) 14.8±0.3 (.58±0.012)
- Case : glass-filled polyamide Maximum positive opening position mm (in.) 13.5 (.53) 13.5 (.53)
- Cover : transparent polycarbonate Overtravel - min. mm (in.) 1.3 (0.047) 1.3 (0.047)
- Contacts : nickel silver Operating speed max. m/s (ft/sec) 0.5 (1.64) 0.5 (1.64)
- Positive rocker : high temperature thermoplastic Operating rate max. (operation/s) 5 5
Actuators : stainless steel Operating temperature °C (°F) -40+85 (-40+185) -40+85(-40+185)
- polyamide roller Mechanical durability Operations 107 107
Contact gap mm (in.) 1.2 (0.05) 1.2 (0.05)
Electrical characteristics
Short-circuit test Weight g (oz.) 7 (0.25) 7 (0.25)
(from IEC 947-5-1 § 8.34)
- Current peak 1000 A at 250 V a 0.5 <
Contact Type 2
cos ϕ < 0.7 B (NC) B
- Short-circuit protection (SCPD) : C (SPDT)* C
fuse 10 A gG
- (IEC 60) (1.2/50 µs) : 2500 V
Connections 3
Electrical life
Max. operations : 20 cycles/min
Resistive load at 250 V~ 16 A :
105 cycles 2 solder 3 for 1/4˝ Quick Connects 6 for 3/16˝ Quick Connects X1 for printed circuit board
Inductive load (IEC 947.5.1) :
AC 15 : 250 V~ 6A : 0.3 x 105 operations
DC 13 : 24 V c 20 W L/R = 40 ms : 3 x 105 Actuators and mounting positions 4
operations
120 V c 20 W L/R = 40 ms : 5 x 105 Dimensions Actuators**
operations
22.2 (.87) 2.8 (.11)
20.2 (.8) Ø=no A (Flat)
Definitions Actuator
P.O.F. Minimum Positive Opening Force. 3 (.12) Ø 3.2 (Ø .125)
The operating force that has to be applied to
the operating device to produce the positive
OL=13.1 (.52)

opening action.
P.O.P. Maximum Positive Opening Position.
(.41)
10.3

(.62)
15.8

The position of the operating device at the E (Roller)

(.125)
3.2

moment when positive opening of the

contacts occurs.
For other definitions, see "Basic concepts". 3.4
(.13)
OF POF TTF RF 27.8 (1.09)
OT

L (Pushbutton)
PT

DT

10 (.39)
4 (.16)

TP OL RLP
NC
NO

mm (in)
Other information To order, specify :
For other accessories, connections : please consult us Example : 831607 B 3 • Ø

*NO – contact is not positive break

1 Switch Type 2 Contact Type
3 Connection
4 Actuator Type

831607 B 2 A L
C 3 E
** Consult us for actuator length, forces and positions 6 X1 Ø = No Actuator

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Miniature Side Rotary (High Sensitivity) Switches Series 83 137

General specifications Types 1

Layout 83 137 0

Features Standard

Electrical characteristics
Nominal A 5
Current rating at 125-250 V 14
Thermal A
Components Mechanical characteristics
Material Maximum operating force N cm (in. oz) 0.12 (.17)
- Case : glass filled polyamide Minimum release torque N cm (in. oz) 0.03 (.042)
- Contacts : silver Overtravel torque N cm (in. oz) 0.5 (.71)
Actuators Movement differential ° 10±0.4
- Stainless steel wire Overtravel - min. ° 12
Operating temperature °C (F°) -20 to 125 (-4 to 257)
Operating curve Mechanical life Operations 107
Number of
operations
Contact gap mm (in) 0.8 (.031)
Resistive circuit:
Weight g (oz) 7.2 (.25)
L = 5 ms
Inductive circuit { R
cos ϕ = 0.8 Contact Type 2
Mechanical life
C (Form C) SPDT C
B (Form B) SPNC B
A (Form A) SPNO A
Connections 3
3
2 solder 3 for 1/4” Quick Connects
Rating in
Amps

Dimensions
29.6 (1.17)

= 24 (.95) =
5
0±
2.8 8.5 r 10 4±.2)
(.11) (.33) (3.9
(.47)
16.4 (.65)

(Ø .03)
12

Ø 0.7
=

(.6)
15
Actuator setting in α
= 12.4 (.47)
18 (.17)

(.22)

(.43)
8°30'
5.5

11

Direction of measurement for α

Standard setting Ø4
With special types, α can (Ø .16)
α
be varied from 0 to 360°
(.222)
5.65

15.4 (.61)
(.17)
4.3

Datum point for

8°30'

0
special lever setting 15.5 (.61)
11

Pre travel angle max.

Movement differential angle mm (in)
15.5
Overtravel angle
min.
Dimensions connections
2 3
3.2x0.8 (.125x.03)
Approvals CSA (LR-20418), ASE, Semko, 1.7 (.07)
5.2 (.2)

UTE & VDE.

(.222) (.216)

Ø 3.2
0.8 (.03)
5.65 5.5

(Ø.125)
5 (.2)

(.12)

6.35 (.25)
3
(.17)
4.3

For other connections, actuators, approvals

10
accessories…Please consult factory A
(.4)
mm (in)
To order, please specify :
Example : 831370 C 3 • W

1 Switch Type
2 Contact Type
3 Connection
831370 A 2
B 3
Example switch is: 831370, SPDT, 1/4” Q.C. C

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Standard Switches (Double Break) Series 83 106 / 83 109 / 83 112 / 83 154

General specifications Types

Layout
83 106 0

- The NO and NC circuits must both be of Features Standard

the same polarity.
Components Electrical characteristics
Current rating at 250 V Nominal c A —
Material Nominal a 10
- Case : polyamide (83 106 to 83 112) Thermal A 17.5
- Case : Diallyl-Phthalate (83 154) Mechanical characteristics
- Contacts : nickel silver
Actuators Operating force - max. N (oz.) 4 (14.1)
- passivated mild steel Release force - min. N (oz.) 1 (3.5)
- roller : nylon Permitted overtravel force - max. N (oz.) 20 (70.5)
- adjustable screws : self-retaining Maximum rest position mm (in.) 12.75 (.5)
- plates : passivated mild steel (zinc) Tripping point mm (in.) 11.45+0.2 -0.25(11.45+0.2 -0.25)
Note : Fixing holes for these switches Differential travel mm (in.) 0.5 ±0.2 (0.02 ±.008)
have metal ferrules. Overtravel - min. mm (in.) 0.7 (.28)
Approvals: UL - cUL Ambient operating temperature °C (°C) -20 +85 (-4 +185)
Mechanical durability Operations 107
Contact gap mm (in.) 0.4 x 2
Weight g (oz.) 8
Contact type
C (Form C) SPDT C
B (Form B) SPNC
Operating curve A (Form A) SPNO
Number of
operations Connections
Resistive circuit: L = 5 ms
Inductive circuit { R
cos ϕ = 0,8

Mechanical life
Actuators and mounting positions
Part numbers for standard actuators A 70 500 888
Actuators-Length mm (in.) Flat R49 (1.92)

Rating in
Amps Operating force - max. N (oz.) 1.2 (4.2)
Release force - min. N (oz.) 0.25 (.9)
83 154 Pre-travel - max. mm (in.) 6.2 (.24)
Differential travel mm (in.) 2.1 ±0.9 (.083 )
±.035

Total travel max. mm (in.) 7.5 (.3)

Except where otherwise indicated, the flat and roller actuators are mounted as
shown in the dimensional drawings (mounted on the left).

Assemblies

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83 109 0 83 112 0 83 106 4 83 106 7 83 111 0 83 111 5 83 154 0

Face terminals Enclosed screws Bistable, 2 Bistable, 2 push Base mounting Base mounting Magnetic blow-out
actuator positions button positions by screws by clips switch

— — — — — — 5
10 10 10 10 10 10 —
17.5 17.5 17.5 17.5 17.5 17.5 17.5

4 (14.1) 4 (14.1) 0.45 (1.62) 2 (7.19) 4 (14.1) 4 (14.1) 4 (14.1)

1 (3.5) 1 (3.5) 1 (3.5) 1 (3.5) 1 (3.5)
20 (70.5) 20 (70.5) 20 (70.5) 20 (70.5) 20 (70.5)
12.75 (.5) 12.75 (.5)
11.45+0.2 -0.25 (.45+.008) 11.45+0.2 -0.25 (.45+.008) 11.45+0.2 -0.25 (.45+.008) 11.45+0.2 -0.25 (.45+.008) 11.45+0.2 -0.25 (.45+.008)
0.5 ±0.2 (.02 ±.008) 0.5 ±0.2 (.02 ±.008) 0.5 ±0.2 (.02 ±.008) 0.5 ±0.2 (.02 ±.008) 0.65 ±0.25 (.02 ±.008)
0.7 (.29) 0.7 (.29) 0.7 (.29) 0.7 (.29) 0.7 (.29)
-20 +85 (-4 +185) -20 +85 (-4 +185) -20 +85 (-4 +185) -20 +85 (-4 +185) -20 +85 (-4 +185) -20 +85 (-4 +185) -40 +125 (-4 +257)
107 107 106 106 107 107 107
0.4 x 2 (.016 x .08) 0.4 x 2 (.016 x .08) 0.4 x 2 (.016 x .08) 0.4 x 2 (.016 x .08) 0.4 x 2 (.016 x .08) 0.4 x 2 (.016 x .08) 0.5 x 2 (.016 x .08)
8 (.3) 14.5 (.3) 9 (.32) 8 (.3) 8 (.3) 8 (.3) 11 (.3)
Contact type 2
C C C C C C C
B
A
B
A
B
A
B
A
B
A 3
3

2 solder 3 for 1/4˝ Quick Connects 1 screw

4
B 70 500 828 E 70 500 813 Q 70 500 840 T 70 500 870 B9 21 416 364
R49 (1.92) Flat R47 (1.85) Lever R26 (1.02) R15.5 (.61) Operation B9 Plate Mounting
Screw

1.2 (4.2) 1.2 (4.2) 2.8 (9.9) 4 (14.1) 4 (14.1)

0.25 (.9) 0.25 (.9) 0.45 (1.6) 0.8 (2.8) 1 (3.5)
6.2 (.24) 6.2 (.24) 3.2 (.125) 1.45 (.057) 1.5 (.059)
2.1 ±0.9 (.083 )
±.035
2.1 ±0.9 (.083 ±.035
) 1.05 ±0.4 (.041 )
±.016
0.5 ±0.2 (.02 ±.008) 0.5 ±0,2 (.02 ±.008)
8.4 (.33) 7.5 (.31) 4.5 (.18) 1.9 (.075) 1.9 (.075)

Y 70 500 206 H 70 500 208 O2 70 500 218

Y Side plate H Horizontal single-pole O2 2-pole side K2 2-pole vertical

mounting plate mounting plate mounting plate

To order, specify :
1 Switch Type
2 Contact Type
3 Connection Example : 831810 C 2 • Ø
4 Actuators
5 Actuator Position

831060 C 1 A T L - Left (Standard)

831090 B 2 B B9 R - Right
831120 A 3 E Ø = No actuator
831540 To order actuators separately, use the 8 digit P/N Q

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Standard Switches

Dimensions
83 106 - 83 109 - 83 154 83 106 4 83 106 7

6.4 (.25)
6 (.24)

3)
.9
(1

10.5 (.41)
16.6 (.65)

(.3)
(.31±.004)

7.5
(.04)
12.8
8± 0.1

(.5)

1.9 (.07)
1
OL=10.65 (.42)

8 (.31)
7.8 (.31)
(.1)
2.4

(.1)
2.4

(.94)
24
(.16)
2Ø 2.5± 0.1 (.1±.004) Ø 7.5
13 ± 0.1(.51±.004) (.3)
+ 0.01
Ø2 + 0.65 Prof. 1.2
L

–0 +0
Ø 2 – 0.05 (.08 + .002 )

Products L
13.6 (.54)
7.2 (.28)

12.6 (.5)

83 106 / 109 / 111 32 (1.26)

83 154 40 (1.57)

83 111 0 83 111 5 83 112

2 (.08)

(.30)
7.6

(.30)
7.6

15.9 (.63)

16.6 (.65)
8.15 (.32)

6.5
(.35)
(.06)

8.8
1.6

4 (.16)

23 (.26)
39.2 (1.54) 12.6 (.5)
(.91) Ø8 4.6 6
(.31) (.18) (.24) 46.4 (1.83) 13.6 (.54)
23 (.91)
mm (in) 36 (1.42)
Connections
1 2 (83 106) 2 (83 109) 3
(.032)
0.8
(.032)

(.24) (.45)
(.315)
(.315)

(.315)

(.315)
(.032)
8
8

23.6 (.93) 2.8 (.11)

6.2
(.25)

(Ø.125)
(.24)
(.11)

(Ø.06)
(.315)
8

(.24)
6

(.206)

(Ø.06) (.32)

mm (in)

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Standard Switches

Actuators
Cross-section of actuators 1 x 6.4 mm (.039 x .252 in.)
A B E

Ø8 (.315)

)
)

.85
3) 93 x5 (.2)
(1.

(1
F
1.9 M 2.5x12

47
9( 3 49 3

R
11.5 R4 R
(.12) (.12)

7.5 (.3)
(.45)
(.3)
7.5

(.32)
8 6x (.24)
8.5 (.33)
(.48)
12.2

Q B9 T

6x8.5
(.24x.33) (.24x.33)

(.315x.2)
Ø8x5
2)
(1.0

R .61)
(.315x.2)

15
(
R 26

.5
3
19.4 (.76)

mm (in.)

Assemblies
Y 02 K2

20 (.78)

M2 ép. 1.5 (.059)

29.4 (1.16)

5.9 17.2 (.68)

(1.35)
17.2 (.68)

34.2
(.18)
4.6

(.23)

H 52 (2.05) 2.1 (.08)

20 (.787) 62 (2.44) 33 (1.30)
Ø 4.2 (.165)
25 (.98) Ø 4.2 (.165)
(.22)
5.5
22.4 (.88)

(.51)
13
(.185) (.29)
4.7 7.3

25 (.98) Ø 4.2 (.165)

33 (1.30)

Unless indicated, the thickness of plates

is 1.5 mm (.059 in).
mm (in.)

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Sealed Double Break Switches Series 83 139 - IP 67 - Explosion Proof EEX d IIC T6

General specifications Types

Layout Components
Material
- Case : polyester
- Contacts : silver
- Membrane : nitrile on 83 139 0 Features
- silicone on 83 139 1 - 2 - 5
83 139 0 - 1- 5 83 139 2 Actuators : Electrical characteristics
- stainless steel Nominal A
- rollers : polyamide Current rating at 125-250 V
Mechanical characteristics
Operating force - max. N (oz)
- The NO and NC circuits must both be of the same polarity.
Release force - min. N (oz)
Max. total travel force N (oz)
Characteristics specific to 83 139 1 Overtravel max. - force N (oz)
- Conform to standards EN 50 014 and 50 018 Maximum rest position mm (in)
- Group II classified for explosive atmospheres other than mines Tripping point mm (in)
subject to firedamp Movement differential mm (in)
- Temperature class T6, max. surface temperature 85°C Overtravel - min. mm (in)
- LCIE certificate 880022U Operating temperature °C (F°)
- These switches can be enclosed in an envelope of a certified Mechanical life Operations
material, particularly to provide mechanical protection Contact gap mm (in)
Weight g (oz)
- Degree of protection IP 67.
Contact Type
C (Form C) SPDT
Mounting Holes
4 holes = A standard
Operating curve 2 holes = B
Number of
operations Connections
Resistive circuit:
L = 5 ms
Inductive circuit { R
cos ϕ = 0.8

Mechanical life
Lead position bottom - standard
Lead position right
Lead position left
Actuators
Part numbers for standard actuators
Actuator-Length mm (in)

Rating in
Amps

Operating force - max. N (oz)

Release force - min. N (oz)
Movement differential mm (in)
Part numbers for standard actuators
Actuator-Length mm (in)

Operating force - max. N (oz)

Release force - min. N (oz)
Movement differential mm (in)

Other information

For other forces, actuators, connections and temperatures, Normally stocked items
Catalog products produced
lead lengths, please consult factory. to order

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83 139 0 83 139 5 83 139 2 83 139 1

Double insulation to NFC Explosion proof EEX d

Standard Low temperature 11C T6
20030 standard classe II

5 5 5 5

3 (10.6) 3 (10.6) 3 (10.6) 3 (10.6)

0.6 (2.1) 0.6 (2.1) 0.6 (2.1) 0.6 (2.1)
4 (14.1) 4 (14.1) 4 (14.1) 4 (14.1)
10 (35.3) 10 (35.3) 10 (35.3) 10 (35.3)
A = 8.8 (.35) B = 9.8 (.39) A = 8.8 (.35) B = 9.8 (.39) B = 9.8 (.39) B = 9.8 (.39)
A:7.7+0.4 (.30+.016) B:8.7+0.4 (.32+.016) A:7.7+0.4 (.30+.016) B:8.7+0.4 (.32+.016) 8.7+0.4 (.32+.016) A:7.7+0.4 (.30+.016) B:8.7+0.4 (.32+.016)
0.35±0.1 (.014±.004) 0.35±0.1 (.014±.004) 0.35±0.1 (.014±.004) 0.35±0.1 (.014±.004)
0.3 (.012) 0.3 (.012) 0.3 (.012) 0.3 (.012)
0 to 85 (32 to 185) 0 to 85 (32 to 185) -40 to 85 (-40 to 185) -40 to 85 (-40 to 185)
107 5 x 107 5 x 106 5 x 106
0.3 x 2 (.012 x .008) 0.3 x 2 (.012 x .008) 0.3 x 2 (.012 x .008) 0.3 x 2 (.012 x .008)
37 (1.3) 37 (1.3) 45 (1.6) 37 (1.3)
2
C C C C
3
A
B
A
B B B
3
4
4 flexible leads ø 2.8 x 4 flexible leads ø 2.8 x 3 lead cable 3 x 0.75 4 flexible leads ø 2.8 x
0.75 mm2 length 0.50 m 0.75 mm2 length 0.50 m mm2 length 0.50 m 0.75 mm2 length 0.50 m
5
B B B B
R R R
L L L
6
P R A 79 215 740 B 79 507 524 E 79 215 742 G 70 507 529
Flat 139 AX R29.7 (1.17)** Roller 139 EX R28.7 (1.13)** Flat 161A R14.2 (.56) – R25.4 (1.0) Roller 161 E R13.6 (.54) – R24.1 (.94)

1.5 (5.3) 1.5 (5.3) 2.6 (9.2) 1.7 (6) 2.6 (9.2) 1.7 (6)
0.2 (.7) 0.2 (.7) 0.35 (1.2) 0.2 (.7) 0.35 (1.2) 0.2 (.7)
1.5 (.06) 1.5 (.06) 0.7 (.028) 1.25 (.05) 0.7 (.028) 1.25 (.047)
F 79 218 581 H 79 218 651 Note : When mounting actuators, a light greasing of the switch push-button is recommended.
Flat 161F R22.3 (1.17) Dummy roller 161 G R21.8 (.86)

For more actuators, see 83161 Ø

2 (7.1) 2 (7.1)
0.2 (.7) 0.2 (.7) No Actuator
1.1 (.043) 1.1 (.043)
** Factory mounted only To order, please specify :
Example : 831390 C A B 5 • A

1 Switch Type
2 Contact Type
3 Mounting Holes
4 Connection
5 Lead Length 6 Actuators
831390 A B .5 - 1/2 meter (std) A F P
831391 C B R 1 - 1 meter B H R
831392 L 2 - 2 meter E Ø
831395 G
Example switch is: 831390, DBDT, 4 mounting holes, leads exit bottom, .5 meter cable with A actuator. To order actuators seperately, use 8 digit P/N.

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Sealed Switches - IP 67

Dimensions
83 139 0 - 5 - Mounting A = 4 holes 83 139 0 - 1 - 5 - Mounting B = 2 holes 83 139 2

(.314±.016) Tripping Point

(.314±.016) Tripping Point

Tripping Point

16 (.63)
14±0.1 14±0.1
R: 1.5 (.06) spherical 7 (.28) R: 1.5 (.06) spherical (.55±.004) R: 1.5 (.06) spherical (.55±.004)
Ø2 (.079) R:1.5 (.06) Ø2 (.079) R:1.5 (.06) Ø2 (.079)
R:1.5 (.06)

8.7 ±0.4
8.7 ±0.4
(.35)

(.26)
8.8

6.7
(.22)

(.26)
5.7

6.7
2 x Ø3.2 (Ø.125)
2 x Ø3.1 (Ø.125)
2 x Ø2.2 (Ø.087) 2 x Ø3.1 (Ø.125)
25 (.98)

34 (1.34)
Lead reference 24 (.94) Lead reference
3 4
on casing on casing 1 2
3 1 2 4
3 4 3 4
1 2 1 2
3 1 2 4 3 1 2 4

Cable 3 x 0.75 mm2, length 0.5

1 = black lead
2 = brown lead
)

4 = blue lead
)

-.008
-.008

(.35 +0
9 -0.2
(.35 +0
9 -0.2

-.008
)
0
0

(.35 +0
9 -0.2
0
24±0.2 24±0.2
24±0.2
mm (in) (.94±.008) (.94±.008) (.94±.008)

Actuators Factory Mounted Only

Actuators mounting position (type 139)

9.4 9.4
(.37) (.37)

(.185)
(.15)
3.7

4.7

Lead position - right Lead position - right

Lead position - left Lead position - left
Numbering : Numbering :
1 = black lead 1 = black lead
2 = brown lead 2 = brown lead
3 = grey lead 3 = grey lead
3 4 4 = blue lead 4 = blue lead 3 4
1 2 1 2
3 1 2 4 3 1 2 4
Standard lead position Standard lead position
colour black colour black

P
R
)
0.5x3.8

F
(.02x.15

R
Ø 4.8x4.8 R
(.02x.15)
0.5x3.8

F
(Ø .19x.18)

mm (in)

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Sealed Switches - IP 67

Actuators User or Factory Mounted

Actuators mounting position (type 161)
9
9
(.35) (.35)
(.15)
3.7

(.185)
4.7
Lead position - left Lead position - right

3 4 3 4
1 2 1 2
3 1 2 4
3 1 2 4
Standard lead position
colour black

A-B E-G F
F 6.3 F
R
(.02x.28)

F (.25)
0.5x7

R R: 2.5 (.1)
R
3
(Ø .187)
(.17)

Ø 4.8

(.2)
4.3

5
8
(.17)

(.315)
4.3

)
(.2
5
Ø
6)
(.8
.8
(.17)

21
4.3

8)
(.02x.2
0.5x7

mm (in)

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Sealed Miniature Switches Series 83 169 - IP67 - DIN 41 635 A

General specifications Types

Layout

Features
83 169
Electrical characteristics
Nominal A
Current rating at 125-250 V

Components Mechanical characteristics

Material Operating force - max. N (oz)
- Case : polyester UL 94 VO Release force - min. N (oz)
- Contacts : nickel silver gold alloy Maximum overtravel force N (oz)
(low current) Overtravel max. - force N (oz)
- Membrane : Fluoro - silicone
Maximum rest position mm (in)
Actuators
- stainless steel Tripping point mm (in)
- rollers : polyamide Movement differential mm (in)
- Plunger : stainless steel Overtravel - min. mm (in)
Temperature °C (F°)
Endurance Operations
Contact gap mm (in)
Weight g (oz)
Operating curve Contact Type
83 169 0 83 169 4
C (Form C) SPDT
Number of Number of
operations operations Connections
Resistive circuit: L = 5 ms Resistive circuit: L = 5 ms
Inductive circuit{ R
cos ϕ = 0.8
Inductive circuit{ R
cos ϕ = 0.8 Flexible leads ø 3 x 1 mm2 long 0.50 m
Mechanical life Mechanical life Lead position - right
Lead position - left
3 lead cable - 3 x 0.75 mm2 length 0.50 m, left output only
Actuators and mounting positions-user or factory mounted
Part numbers for standard actuators P
Actuator-Length mm (in.) ** Flat 139 AX R29.7 (1.17)

Rating in Rating in
Amps Amps
Mounting positions D
Operating force - max. N (oz) 2.5 (8.8)
Release force - min. N (oz) 0.4 (1.4)
Movement differential mm (in) 1.2-0.5 (.047-.02)
Part numbers for standard actuators

Operating characteristics
83 169 8 and 83 169 9 low current
Intended for use from 1 to 100 mA at 4 to 30 V DC. Mounting positions N (oz)
Under these conditions, electrical life exceeds mechanical life. Operating force - max. N (oz)
Release force - min. mm (in)
Degree of protection IP 67 Movement differential
Unless indicated, flat actuators and roller actuators are delivered unmounted
** Factory Mounted Only

Approvals: UL, cUL (CSA Equivalent)

Note : When mounting actuators a light greasing of the switch push-button is
recommended.

Other information

For other forces, actuators, connections and Catalog products produced

temperatures, please contact factory. Normally stocked items to order

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83 169 0 83 169 4 83 169 8 83 169 9

Reduced differential Low current, reduced

Standard Low current differential movement
movement

10 5 0.1 0.1

4 (14.1) 4 (14.1) 4 (14.1) 4 (14.1)

1 (3.5) 1 (3.5) 1 (3.5) 1 (3.5)
8 (28.2) 8 (28.2) 8 (28.2) 8 (28.2)
20 (70.5) 20 (70.5) 20 (70.5) 20 (70.5)
15.9 (.63) 15.9 (.63) 15.9 (.63) 15.9 (.63)
14.7+0.5 (.58±.02) 14.7+0.5 (.58±.02) 14.7+0.5 (.58±.02) 14.7+0.5 (.58±.02)
0.35 (.014) 0.07 (.003) 0.35 (.014) 0.07 (.003)
1 (.04) 0.4 (.016) 1 (.04) 0.4 (.016)
-20 to 85 (-4 to 185) -20 to 85 (-4 to 185) -20 to 85 (-4 to 185) -20 to 85 (-4 to 185)
5 x 106 5 x 106 5 x 106 5 x 106
0.4 (.016) 0.4 (.016) 0.4 (.016) 0.4 (.016)
30 (1.06) 30 (1.06) 30 (1.06) 30 (1.06)
2
C C C C
3
3
R R R R
L L L L
C(1) C C C (1) 83 169 0 Cable limits current to 8 Amps

4
R A 79 215 740 B 70 507 524 E 79 215 742 G 70 507 529
**Roller 139 EX R28.7 (1.13) Flat 161 A R14.2 (.56) - R25.4 (1) Roller 161 E R13.6 (.54) - R24.1 (.95)

D A B A B C A B A B C
2.5 (8.8) 2.5 (8.8) 4.2 (14.8) 1.4 (4.9) 2.5 (8.8) 3.5 (12.3) 2.5 (8.8) 4.2 (14.8) 1.4 (4.9) 2.5 (8.8) 3.5 (12.3)
0.4 (1.4) 0.5 (1.8) 1 (3.5) 0.25 (.88) 0.5 (1.8) 0.6 (2.1) 0.5 (1.8) 1 (3.5) 0.25 (.88) 0.5 (1.8) 0.6 (2.1)
1.2-0.5 (.047-.02) 0.8 (.032) 0.4 (.016) 1.6 (.063) 0.8 (.032) 0.6 (.024) 0.8 (.032) 0.4 (.016) 1.6 (.063) 0.8 (.032) 0.6 (.024)
F 79 218 581 H 79 218 651
Flat 161 F R22.3 (.88) Dummy roller 161 G R21.8 (.86)

Ø For more actuators

A B A B see 83161
1.5 (5.3) 2.6 (9.2) 1.5 (5.3) 2.6 (9.2)
No Actuator
0.25 (.9) 0.5 (1.8) 0.25 (.9) 0.5 (1.8)
16 (.63) 0.8 (.032) 16 (.63) 0.8 (.032)

To order, please specify : 5

Example : 831690 C R .5 • Ø

1 Switch Type
2 Contact Type
3 Cinnections
4 Leangth of Leads
5 Actuator 6 Actuator Position
831690 R .5 - 1/2 meter (std) Ø E D
831694 C L 1 - 1 meter A F
831698 C 2 - 2 meter B G
831699 A B C
H P
R

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Sealed Miniature Switches

Dimensions
Output wires Output cable
20.2 ±0.2(.8 ±.008 )
Ø2 (.079)
Ø3 +0.15
+0.05

(.12 +.006
-.002 )
-.002 )
13.1 (.52)
13.8 (.54)

(.12 +.006
3 +0.15
+0.05

13 (.51)
OL =

5 (.2)
(.079)
83169 0 & 8
83169 4 & 9

(.41)
10.5
2

Ø3.4 (.134)
2.8 22.2 ±0.1(.87±.004 ) 3x1mm 2
Leads Output left 3x0.75mm 2
(.11) cable 1 = black lead (common)
31 (1.22) 1 = black lead (common) 2 = brown lead (NC)
2 = brown lead (NC) 4 = blue lead (NO)
4 = blue lead (NO)
6.5
(.26)
10.3 ±0.1
(.41±.004 )

mm (in)
Actuators
Mounting position for factory P R
mounted actuators

(Ø .187)
Ø 4.8
(.02x.15)

F
0.5x3.8

6.3
(.25)
6.5 R R
(.26)
(.02)
0.5

8
(.315)

Mounting position for factory or

customer mounted actuators A-B E-G
14.4
(Ø .187)

(.57)
Ø 4.8

8.7
(.02x.28)

6.3 F
0.5x7

(.34) R
(.17)

4.4 (.25)
4.3

F R
(.17)
D
0.6 (.24)

8
(.41)
10.3

A B C (.315)

22.2 (.87)

F H
R: 2.5 (.1)
F
Ø 2)
5
(.

R
22

R
.2

5 )
(.17)
4.3

(.2
(.8
7)
(.2)
5

(.02x.28)

90°
0.5x7

mm (in)

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Sealed Flat Pack Switches Series 83 123 IP 66

General specifications Types 1

Layout 83 123 0 83 123 0
Features
Standard Raised Button
Electrical characteristics
Nominal A 5 5
Current rating at 250 V
Thermal A 12 12
Mechanical characteristics
Operating force - max. N (oz) 5.3 (18.7) 5.3 (18.7)
Components Release force - min. N (oz) 1.5 (5.3) 1.5 (5.3)
Material Total travel force - max. N (oz) 8 (28.2) 8 (28.2)
- Casing : nitrile Permitted overtravel force - max. N (oz) 30 (106) 30 (106)
- Contacts : silver
Tripping point mm (in) 11.4±0.4 (.45 ±.016) 17.4±0.5 (.45 ±.016)
- Contact holder : polyamide
Differential travel mm (in) 0.2 (.008) 0.2 (.008)
- Mounting plate : passivated mild steel
(zinc) Overtravel - min. mm (in) 0.2 (.008) 0.2 (.008)
Maximum operating temperature °C (F°) 0+85 (32+185) 0+85 (32+185)
Mechanical durability Operations 2 x 106 2 x 106
Operating curve Contact gap mm (in) 0.2 (.008) 0.2 (.008)
Number of Weight g (oz) 45 (1.6) 50 (1.6)
operations
Contact Type 2
{a
c RL = 5 ms C (Form C SPDT) C C
Resistive circuit
Inductive circuit cos ϕ = 0.8 Connections 3
Output by A05 VVF cable , 3 x 0.75 mm2 cores in sheath of 7.6 mm ext. Ø.
Standard length 0.50 m
Common (1) : black
Normally closed (2) : brown
Normally open (4) : blue
Dimensions
3
Standard 83 123
Rating in
Amps

Degree of protection IP 66
Raised button 83 123

Mounting - Operation
In order to comply with basic safety
requirements, an insulator must be used
if the device is being operated manually.
One of the fixing holes must be used as a
protective earth.

mm (in)

Other information To order, specify :

For other cable lengths and temperatures, please consult us. Standard Raised Button

0.5m = 83 123 018 83 123 018.RB

1.0m = 83 123 015 83 123 015.RB
2.0m = 83 123 005 83 123 005.RB

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Low Force Position Detectors Series 81 290

■ Conforms to standard DIN 43365 Form A

■ Low activation force < 1.7 oz. (50 g @ at 6
bars) at 90 psi
■ No continuous consumption of compressed
air

Part numbers 1
Contact type (Form B) SPNC 81 290 501 -
(Form A) SPNO - 81 290 001
Symbol

Characteristics
Orifice diameter inches(mm) 5/64" (2) 5/64" (2)
Operating pressure psi(bar) 30 > 120 (2 > 8) 30 > 120 (2 > 8)
Flow at 60 psi(4 bars) cfm(NI/min) 4.5 (130) 2.5 (>70)
Activation force at 90 (6 bars) ounces(g) <1.7 (< 50) <1.7 (< 50)
Permissible fluid: air, inert gases ● ●
Max/min. of fluid °F(°C) +20> +120 (-10 > +50) +20> +120 (-10 > +50)
temperatures operating °F(°C) +20> +140 (-10 > +60) +20> +140 (-10 > +60)
storage °F(°C) +20> +160 (-40 > +70) +20> +160 (-40 > +70)
Mechanical life at 90psi (6 bars) cycles 10 million 10 million
Response on activation ms ≤ 15 ≤ 15
time on release ms ≤ 15 ≤ 15
Barb connection for semi-rigid tubing inches(mm) 0.106”I.D.x 5/32”O.D. (2.7x4) 0.106”I.D.x 5/32”O.D. (2.7x4)
Weight grams 8.5 8.5
Principle of NC operation
Deactivated Activated

2 x exhaust
S (2)

(1) (1)

Operation accessories 2
Unless otherwise requested, flat and roller-ended 161 A 161 E
actuators are supplied loose. flat roller
79 215 741 79 215 743

Dimensions

161 A 161 E
(10.7)
.43

+0.08

(4.3 +0.2)
0.169

0.09"
.4)
.154
(2.4) (25
1"
Operating position

(3.9)
2.5 Total travel

0.125"
Reset position

.098 (26)

(6.3)
)
5.4
1.18 5" (2
0 .9
(30) .118+0.06
-.002
.15
(3+0.15
-0.05)
0.19" dia

(3.8) 0.31"
(ø4.8)
0.134"
(3.4)

(8)
(14.7+0.5)
.63 (16)

.608 (10.3)
.59+0.02

(5) (11.8)
.65 (16.5)

.197 .466

.126
.788 (20)

(3.2)
+.002
.118+.006
+0.15
(3+0.05 )

.134
(3.4)
.51 .23
(12.95) (5.8)
.874
(22.2)
in (mm) Use (metric) dimensions for critical data
Other information To order, specify :
On request :
Wide range of actuators
Standard products
1 Part number 2 Accessory
Example : Low force position detector 81 290 501
Connectable exhaust Flat actuator 79 215 741

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Snap Action Switches – Technical Guide

Switch construction
These basic principles apply to all
our precision switches. The specific Single-pole changeover switch (i.e. 83 161)
characteristics of each model are given
in more detail in the relevant production
sections. Push button

Case Mounting hole

Introduction
Our switches are high-precision, snap-action
Terminal NC nº2
switches and these are a few of the key
features which distinguish our switches: Return spring Contact mobile
- High ratings with small dimensions Contact fixed
- Very short travels Mounting hole Terminal NO nº4
- Low operating forces
- Highly dependable force and travel values
- Long life Common terminal C nº1
- Large range of actuators for easy
Pivot point
adaptation to the most varied applications
Blade

Electrical function
SPDT (C) Normally closed (NC) Normally open (NO)
2 1 2 1 4
1 4

Double-pole changeover switch (i.e. 83 132 0)

Push button
Blade
Case Contact fixed

Terminal NO nº3 Terminal NO nº4

Contact mobile
Terminal NC nº1 Terminal NC nº2

Mounting hole Mounting hole

Return spring

Electrical function
SPDT (C) Normally closed (NC) Normally open (NO)
3 4
1 2 3 4
1 2

The NO and NC circuits must both be of the same polarity.

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 Snap Action Switches – Technical Guide

Mechanical characteristics
Terminology - Forces - Positions - Travel

OF TTF RF

OT
Position of pushbutton

PT

DT
RP TP OL RLP
Electrical
circuit

OF Operating Force TTF Total travel force RF Release force

Maximum force which must be applied to Force required to displace the operating Force to which the operating force must
the operating device to displace the rest device from its rest position RP to its be reduced to allow the snap-action
overtravel limit position. (We only specify mechanism to return to its release
position RP to the tripping point TP.
this value if it is higher than the operating position RLP.
force. When not quoted, it is equal to or
Forces

less than the operating force).

MOF Maximum overtravel force

The maximum force which can be
applied to the operating device, without
damaging it, in the end of travel position
where it is in abutment internally or
against the face of the case.
3
RP Rest position TP Tripping point RLP Release position
OL Overtravel limit
Position of the operating device at the
Positions

Position of the operating device Position of the operating device relative

Position of the operating device when an
when no external mechanical force is to the fixing point (hole, face) at the moment when the snap-action mechanism
extreme force has moved it to the
applied. Also described as "height at moment when the microswitch trips. trips on its return to its original position.
effective end of the available travel.
rest".

PT Pre-travel OT Overtravel DT Differential travel

Travel

Distance between the rest position RP Distance between the tripping point TP Distance between the tripping point TP
and the tripping point TP. and the overtravel limit OL. and the release position RLP.

The reference point for the figures given for travel and forces is a point F situated on the button in the case of a plain microswitch, or, generally, 3 mm in from the end of a plain actuator.
The reference point for the positions is one of the fixing holes, unless otherwise indicated.

Graphs of forces vs. travel Contact force

Operating force (external) applied
to the operating device depression Force after depression:
return return outward

Button movement

Contact
force

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Mechanical characteristics Environmental conditions

Changeover time Resistance to shocks and vibrations

This is the time taken by the mobile contact Resistance to impact and vibration depends on
when moving from one fixed contact to another the mass of the moving parts and on the forces
until it becomes fully stable (contact bounce holding the contacts together.
included). This time is a function of the contact Generally speaking, for a switch without an
gap, the mechanical characteristics of the snap actuator :
action and the mass of the mobile element. - Vibration >10 G 10 at 500 Hz
However, thanks to the snap-action - Impact > 50 G 11 ms 1/2 sine-wave
mechanisms employed, the time is largely Further information on request.
independent of the speed of operation.
It is normally less that 20 milliseconds
(including bounce times of less than 5 ms).
Ambient operating temperature
The maximum and minimum temperatures at
which the mechanical and electrical
Bounce time
characteristics of the switch will remain
substantially unaltered.
about Changeover time

Mechanical durability
This is an average value indicating the Degree of protection
purely mechanical performance of a switch
when not subject to any electrical load. Under the IEC 529 or NFC 20010 classification
It may be useful for evaluation purposes in scheme, standards employ an IP code to
cases where the power levels involved are define the degree or class of protection which
very low and the electrical life is thus close electrical equipment provides against access
to the mechanical life. to live components, the entry of solid foreign
bodies and ingress of water.

1st numeral
Maximum speed and rate of operation
Protection equipment Protection for persons
Our switches will work at speeds of operation provides against the entry against access to
of solid foreign bodies dangerous parts
varying over a very wide range : normally
from 1 mm/min to 1 ms. 0 (not protected) (not protected)
The maximum rate of operation with a low 4 diameter ≥ 1 mm 1 mm Ø wire
electrical load may be as high as 10 5 protected against dust 1 mm Ø wire
operations/second. 6 sealed against dust 1 mm Ø wire

2nd numeral
Protection equipment
Mounting - Operation provides against ingress of
water
• To conform to the leakage paths and air gaps
in the standard EEC24 - EN/IEC 61058 - 0 (not protected)
EN/IEC 60947: 4 splashed water
- An insulation pad must be inserted between 5 hosed water
6 high-pressure
the switch and the fixing surface if the latter is
hosed water
metal. 7 temporary immersion
- Manual operation of a metal actuator must 8 prolonged immersion
only be carried out with the help of a secondary
actuator made of insulating materials.

• The installer must ensure adequate protection

against direct contact with the output terminals. Under this classification, our switches come
within the following categories :
- Plain switches = IP 00
Fixing - Screw torque - Protected switches = IP 40 with isolated
• Unless otherwise indicated in the mechanical connection
- Sealed switches = IP 66 or IP 67
characteristics table, the torque required
for the fixing screws must conform to the
following values :
Ø of fixing screw 2 2.5 3 3.5 4
Screw torque maximum 25 35 60 100 150
in cm.N
minimum 15 25 40 60 100

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Dielectric characteristics Circuit types

Current rating Resistive circuit
This is the current the switch is capable of For a circuit with alternating voltage, this is in
making and breaking which forms the basis for phase with the current : Cos ϕ = 1.
the life tests.

Thermal rating
This is the current the switch will withstand Inductive circuit
when not being operated, for a temperature
rise of not more than 60 °C.
τ=L A circuit of this type with direct current is
R characterised by a time constant.
An inductive circuit, with alternating voltage, for
example, incorporating a motor (cos ϕ < 1) can
Switch rating cause current surges up to 6 times the normal
AC voltages: see the current rating. current. For certain switches, we give electrical
With DC voltages the switch rating is very much endurance curves with L = 5 ms in DC
dependent on the voltage, the contact gap R
(CG) and the nature of the load being switched.
M and cos ϕ = 0.8 in AC.
There is a risk of prolonged or indeed
permanent arcing if the following limits are
exceeded:

Limit of constant current D.C.

Resistive load
Inductive load L/R = 5 ms Lamp and capacitance circuit
220
EC=3 mm The currents at the time when the circuit is
110 ➛ CG=3 mm
closed are very high in this case, being up to
3
➛

48 10 times the nominal figure.

EC=0.4 mm ➛
24 CG=0.4 mm

12

Internal resistance
This consists of the intrinsic resistance (fixed)
0.3 0.5 1 2 5 10 16 of the parts carrying current and the contact
resistance (variable).
Close to the tripping point and release position,
For special applications, please enquire.
the force holding the contacts together drops
considerably and this may cause a rise in
Operating curves internal resistance.
These indicate the electrical life of the
switches, under standard conditions (20 °C,
1 cycle/2 seconds), by showing the number of
switching operations which can be performed
with given types of load.
Insulation resistance
Number The insulation resistance of the switches is
of Resistive circuit
operations generally greater than 50,000 MΩ measured at
Inductive circuit
500 V DC.

Dielectric strength
The dielectric strength of our switches is
generally better than:
- 1500 volts between live parts and earth
- 1000 volts between contacts
- 600 volts between contacts for switches
whose contact gap is less than 0.3 mm.

Rating in
Amps

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Contact materials Electrical recommendations

Choice of contact material Inductive circuits
To choose the best material for the contacts To increase the life of contacts and their DC
there are various factors to be considered: rating, arcing on opening can be cut down by
- the current and voltages levels using the following circuits:
- the type of load
- the number of operations
- the switching frequency - for DC
- the environmental conditions. Fast diode V R > 5 x V nominal
I nominal > 10 x I winding

Contacts for general-purpose use

Our switches are normally fitted with silver A - for DC or AC
contacts. These are suitable for the majority of
A - RC circuit across inductor
applications and provide the best compromise B - RC circuit across switch
between electrical performance, thermal
performance and life. B

C (nF) ~100 x I nominal (A)

V insulation > V peak
R(Ω) ~ load resistance (Ω)
C
Contacts for low-power circuits
E < 20 V and/or I < 100 mA C - Varistor circuit across load
D - Varistor circuit across switch
The contacts used in this case are plated with D V > V peak supply
gold (or a gold alloy) for good reliability even in
corrosive atmospheres. P (V.A.)
E (J) ≥ –––––––
100

Contacts for special applications

We can supply special contacts suitable for Very low power circuits
particular applications, such as: In very low power circuits (I > 1 mA, V ≤ 5 V),
- Ag CdO contacts for very high drawn switching is highly sensitive to environmental
currents, conditions (the atmosphere, pollution).
- Cross Bar gold-plated Ag Ni contacts which
allow a very wide range of applications to be If the supply is powerful enough, adding a
covered by a single type of switch. passive resistor to increase the current broken
by the switch to a few milliamps will
substantially improve reliability of operation.

R - Load resistance
C - Very low current load

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Methods of actuation Standards - Approvals

Direct operation Our switches are designed according to
Preferably, force should be directly applied international recommendations (IEC), American
to the device – the plunger – along its axis standards (UL) and/or European standards
for operation. However, the majority of our (EN).
microswitches will accept skewed operation Proof of compliance with these standards and
provided the angle of application is not more recommendations is demonstrated by:
than 45°.
- the manufacturer's declaration of conformity
The device used to apply the force must never (drafted in accordance with the ISO/IEC 22
hamper the travel of the plunger to the tripping guidelines), or
point (TP). It must under all circumstances
move the plunger through at least 0.5 times - approval granted directly by an accredited
the overtravel (OT) quoted. Steps must also body, or by application of the CCA (Cenelec
be taken to see that it does not cause the Certification Agreement).
overtravel limit (OL) or maximum overtravel
force (MOF) quoted to be overrun or exceeded. More detailed information on the approval for a
particular type of microswitch can be obtained
on request.

Operation by actuator
When operation is by a roller lever, force
should preferably be applied in the direction
shown on the left.

+ Where the movements involved are fast, the

ramp should be so designed as to ensure that
the operating device is not subjected to any
violent impact or abrupt release.
3
The 83170 switch as an example
An 83 170 4 switch marked with the symbols
for the European (according to CCA/MC12)
Quality and American approvals it holds.
Quality is built into our switches from the initial
design stage right through to the point where
they are put into action at the customer's
premises. All departments of the company are
guided by the Quality Manual and the
stipulations of the ISO 9000 international
standard.
The location where the switches are
manufactured (the la Plaine works at Valence)
holds ISO 9001 certification, guaranteeing a
high standard of quality.

Control procedures Rules and regulations

Manufacturing quality of our switches is EC directives
controlled systematically during assembly Our switches are compatible with European
operations and on final completion. All our
Community technical directive (Low Voltage)
products are subjected to a final inspection,
either at 100% on important characteristics, or 73/23 and can be used within the framework
according to the statistical sampling rules of of Machinery directive 83/392.
French standards X 06-222 and X 06-023. The
quality levels applied, for normal use such as Environmental protection
defined in previous paragraphs are for the The modern concept of protection of the
following defects, according to the standards : environment is an integral part of the
- critical fault : NQA : 0.40 manufacture of our switches, from product
- major fault : NQA : 1 design through to packaging.
- minor fault : NQA : 2.5

At the customer's request, and for certain

ranges of our products which must meet
specific needs expressed in the specifications,
it is always possible to adapt or create an
inspection specification of a standard product.

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