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Product types
1. Panel mounting type
1) One-touch installation type
1 Standard type
DIN HALF SIZE
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Hour Meters
No. digits Measurement time range Front reset Input method Part No.
7 digits
0 to 999999.9h/0 to 3999d23.9h switchable
Yes
Non-voltage input type LH2H-FE-DHK
0 to 999h59m59s/0 to 9999h59.9m switchable LH2H-FE-HMK
0 to 999999.9h/0 to 3999d23.9h switchable Voltage input type (4.5 to 30 V DC) LH2H-FE-DHK-DL
0 to 999h59m59s/0 to 9999h59.9m switchable LH2H-FE-HMK-DL
0 to 999999.9h/0 to 3999d23.9h switchable Free voltage input type (24 to 240 V AC/DC) LH2H-FE-DHK-FV
0 to 999h59m59s/0 to 9999h59.9m switchable LH2H-FE-HMK-FV
Panel mounting type
One-touch installation type
Panel mounting type
Installation frame type
PC board mounting type
Features
1. 8.7 mm Character Height
(previously 7 mm .343 inch)
Easy-to-read character height increased
from 7 mm to 8.7 mm .276 inch to .343
inch.
2. Plenty of Digits
3. Select by switch between two time
ranges in a single meter.
0 to 999999.9h/0 to 3999d23.9h switchable
0 to 999h59m59s/0 to 9999h59.9m switchable
4. Panel Mounting Type Features 2
Installation Methods
Comes with very easy one-touch
installation type and also installation
frame type that uses the frame on the
timer/counter. Choose a method that
suits the application.
5. Battery Replacement Easy on
Environment
To replace battery simply remove body
for the one-touch installation type, and
remove battery lid for the installation
frame type.
6. Screw Terminals Designed for
Safety
Built in finger protection.
7. Panel Covers Replacable
(Standard color is ash gray.)
Change the panel design by replacing
with a black panel cover.
8. Conforms to IP66 Protective
Construction (Only installation frame
type.) (Front panel surface)
9. Input Methods
1) Non-voltage input method
2) Voltage input method
3) Free voltage input method
10. Backlight Type Added to Series
and Now 2-color Switchable (green/
red)
Easy viewing even in dark places and
switchable between green and red
(Voltage input type).
11. Compliant with UL, c-UL and CE
marking.
RoHS Directive compatibility information
http://www.nais-e.com/
8.7mm
.343inch
7 digits
Product chart
Type
Installation type
Standard type Backlight type
Non-voltage input type Voltage input type
(4.5 to 30 V DC)
Free voltage input type
(24 to 240 V AC/DC)
Voltage input type
(4.5 to 30 V DC)
Panel
mounting
type
One-touch installation type 
Installation frame type 
PC board mounting type ———
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2 Backlight type
2) Installation frame type
1 Standard type
2 Backlight type
2. PC board mounting type
Specifications
No. digits Measurement time range Front reset Input method Part No.
7 digits 0 to 999999.9h/0 to 3999d23.9h switchable YesVoltage input type (4.5 to 30 V DC) LH2H-FE-DHK-DL-B
0 to 999h59m59s/0 to 9999h59.9m switchable LH2H-FE-HMK-DL-B
No. digits Measurement time range Front reset Input method Part No.
7 digits
0 to 999999.9h/0 to 3999d23.9h switchable
Yes
Non-voltage input type LH2H-F-DHK
0 to 999h59m59s/0 to 9999h59.9m switchable LH2H-F-HMK
0 to 999999.9h/0 to 3999d23.9h switchable Voltage input type (4.5 to 30 V DC) LH2H-F-DHK-DL
0 to 999h59m59s/0 to 9999h59.9m switchable LH2H-F-HMK-DL
0 to 999999.9h/0 to 3999d23.9h switchable Free voltage input type (24 to 240 V AC/DC) LH2H-F-DHK-FV
0 to 999h59m59s/0 to 9999h59.9m switchable LH2H-F-HMK-FV
No. digits Measurement time range Front reset Input method Part No.
7 digits 0 to 999999.9h/0 to 3999d23.9h switchable YesVoltage input type (4.5 to 30 V DC) LH2H-F-DHK-DL-B
0 to 999h59m59s/0 to 9999h59.9m switchable LH2H-F-HMK-DL-B
No. digits Measurement time range Front reset Input method Part No.
7 digits 0 to 999999.9h No Non-voltage input type LH2H-C-H-N
0 to 9999h59.9m LH2H-C-HM-N
1. Panel mounting type
Note) Only for installation frame type.
Type
Item
Standard type Backlight type Standard type
Non-voltage input Voltage input Free voltage type
No. digits 7 digits
External power supply Not required (built-in battery)
Measurement time range 0 to 999999.9h/0 to 3999d23.9h (Switchable by switch)
0 to 999h59m59s/0 to 9999h59.9m (Switchable by switch) Separate product type
Start
input
Min. input signal width 200 ms
Input method (signal)
Non-voltage input using
contacts or open collector
connection
High level: 4.5 to 30 V DC
Low level: 0 to 2 V DC
High level:
24 to 240 V AC/DC
Low level:
0 to 2.4 V AC/DC
Input impedance
When shorted:
Max. 10 k
When open:
Max. 750 k
Approx. 4.7 k
Residual voltage Max. 0.5 V
Reset
input
Min. input signal width 100 ms
Input method (signal)
Non-voltage input using
contacts or open collector
connection
High level: 4.5 to 30 V DC
Low level: 0 to 2 V DC
Non-voltage input using
contacts or open collector
connection
Input impedance
When shorted:
Max. 10 k
When open:
Max. 750 k
Appox. 4.7 k
When shorted:
Max. 10 k
When open:
Max. 750 k
Residual voltage Max 0.5 V Max. 0.5 V
Display method 7-segment LCD 7-segment LCD
With green/red backlight 7-segment LCD
Breakdown voltage (initial) Between charged and uncharged parts: 1,000 V AC for 1 minute.
Between charged and
uncharged parts:
2,000 V AC for 1 minute.
Insulation resistance (initial) Min. 100 M (measured at 500 V DC) Measurement location same as for break down voltage.
Backlight power 24 V DC (±10%)
Protective construction (Note) IEC Standard IP66 (only panel front: when using rubber gasket)
Accessories (Note) Rubber gasket, mounting bracket
Battery life 10 years (at 25°C 77°F)
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Applicable standard
Safety standard EN61010-1 Pollution Degree 2/Overvoltage Category III
EMC
(EMI)EN61000-6-4
Radiation interference electric field strength
Noise terminal voltage
(EMS)EN61000-6-2
Static discharge immunity
RF electromagnetic field immunity
EFT/B immunity
Conductivity noise immunity
Power frequency magnetic field immunity
EN55011 Group1 ClassA
EN55011 Group1 ClassA
EN61000-4-2 4 kV contact
8 kV air
EN61000-4-3 10 V/m AM modulation (80 MHz to 1 GHz)
10 V/m pulse modulation (90 MHz)
EN61000-4-4 2 kV (power supply line)
EN61000-4-6 10 V/m AM modulation (0.15 MHz to 80 MHz)
EN61000-4-8 30 A/m (50 Hz)
2. PC board mounting type
3. Common
Type
Item PC board mounting type
Input method Non DC voltage input
No. digits 7 digits
Rated operation voltage 3 V DC
Allowable operation voltage range 2.7 to 3.3 V DC
Current consumption Max. 20 µA (max. 200 µA during reset input)
Measurement time range 0 to 999999.9h 0 to 9999h59.9m
Start
input
Min. input signal width 200 ms
Input method Non-voltage input using contacts or open collector connection
Input impedance When shorted: Max. 10 k
When open: Max. 750 k
Residual voltage Max. 0.5 V
Reset
input
Min. input signal width 10 ms
Input method Non-voltage input using contacts or open collector connection
Input impedance When shorted: Max. 10 k
When open: Max. 750 k
Residual power Max. 0.5 V
Break down voltage (initial) Between charged and uncharged parts: 1,000 V AC for 1 minute.
Insulation resistance (initial) Min. 100 M (measured at 500 V DC) Measurement location same as for break down voltage.
Type
Item Panel mounting/PC board mounting types
Time accuracy ±100 ppm (25°C 77°F)
Vibration resistance Functional 10 to 55 Hz (1 cycle/min.), single amplitude: 0.15 mm (10 min. on 3 axes)
Destructive 10 to 55 Hz (1 cycle/min.), single amplitude: 0.375 mm (1 hr. on 3 axes)
Shock resistance Functional Min. 98 m/s2 (4 times on 3 axes)
Destructive Min. 294 m/s2 (5 times on 3 axes)
Operation temperature –10 to +55°C +14 to +131°F (without frost or dew)
Storage temperature –25 to +65°C –13 to +149°F (without frost or dew)
Ambient humidity 35 to 85% RH (non-condensing)
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Part names
1. Front reset button
Reset the elapsed time. It does not work
when the lock switch is ON. Be aware
that battery life will decrease if this switch
is used frequently.
2. Lock switch (Refer to chart on
right.)
Disable the front reset button.
Note) Turn ON at the LCD side (reset disabled) and
OFF at the terminal block side (reset enabled).
3. Time range switch (See chart on
right).
Switch the time range.
Note) Always press the front reset button when
operating the time range switch.
4. Time unit sticker
Unit seals are included in the package.
Affix them in accordance with the time
range.
Notes) 1. Default setting when shipped.
2. Make the switch setting before installing to panel.
0 to 999999.9h/0 to 3999d23.9h 0 to 999h59m59s/0 to 9999h59.9m
Lock switch
(Unit display 1)
Count speed
switch
(Unit display 2)
Time range switch
Lock switch
RESET hms
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Time unit sealFront reset button
(Terminal block side)
(LCD side)
OFF
ON
(Terminal block side)
(LCD side)
0 to 999999.9h
0 to 3999d23.9h
(Terminal block side)
(LCD side)
0 to 9999h59.9m
0 to 999h59m59s
Dimensions
1. Panel mounting type
• External dimensions
1) One-touch installation type
mm inch
General tolerance: ±1.0 ±.039
• Panel installation diagram
Note) When installing to a 4.5 mm .177 inch thick panel, remove the rubber spacer
first.
When installing the one-touch installation type model, make sure
that the installation spring does not pinch the rubber gasket.
To prevent the installation spring
from pinching the rubber gasket:
1. Set the rubber gasket on both
ends of the installation spring
(left and right).
2. Confirm that the installation
spring is not pinching the rubber
gasket, and then insert and fix the
installation spring in place from the
rear of the timer unit.
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RESET
44.8
1.764
54.4
2.142
48
1.890
5
.197
(44)
(1.732)
10.4
.409
7
.276
22
.866 24
.945
Reset button
M3.5
M.138
Rubber spacer
Panel (1 to 4.5mm
.039 to .177inch
thickness)
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Terminal layout and wiring diagrams
1) Standard type
2) Backlight type
Non voltage input type Voltage input type Free voltage input type
Voltage input type
2) Installation frame type • Panel mounting diagram
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RESET
44.8
1.764
54.4
2.142
5
.197
44
1.732
10.4
.409
7
.276
22
.866
48
1.890
24
.945
Reset button
M3.5
M.138
37
1.457
Mounting screws
(found on mounting bracket) Mounting frame
ATH3803 (included)
Rubber gasket
ATH3804 (included)
Panel
(1 to 4.5mm .039 to .177inch thickness)
• Panel cut-out dimensions
The standard panel cut-out is shown below.
Use the mounting frame (ATH3803) and the rubber packing (ATH3804).
(Only installation frame type.)
• For connected installation (sealed installation)
(Only installation frame type.)
Notes) 1. Suitable installation panel thickness is 1 to 4.5 mm .039 to .177 inch.
2. Waterproofing will be lost when installing repeatedly (sealed installation).
45
1.772
+0.5
0
+.020
0
22.2
.874
+0.5
0
+.020
0
60 min.
2.362 min.
22.2
.874
+0.5
0
+.020
0
A=(48×n-2.5)
A=(1.890×n-.098)
A
+1.0
0+.039
0
W-R are connected internally.
Start input
2143
Reset input
+V
0V
+V
0V
2143
Start input Reset input
21or 43
Start input Reset input
Backlight
+V0V
<When red><When green>
+V0V
+V
0V
+V
0V
Start input Reset input
12
5
634 12
5
634 12
5
634
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Input method
1. Standard type
Notes) 1. When using contact input, since current flow is small from terminals 1 and 3 on the panel mounting type and terminals e to t and S to F on the PC board
mounting type, please use relays and switches with high contact reliability.
2. When using transistor input, use the following as a guide for which transistors (Tr) to use for inputting. (Collector withstand voltage Q 50 V, leakage current < 1 µA)
Notes) 1. 2 and 4. (The input and reset circuits are functionally insulated.)
2. When using transistor (Tr) input, use the right as a guide. (Collector withstand voltage Q 50 V, leakage current < 1 µA)
3. Be aware that the application of voltage that exceeds the voltage range of the H level to the count input terminal, and the application of voltage to the reset input
terminal, can cause damage to the internal elements.
Non-voltage input type
Panel mounting type PC board mounting type
Contact input Transistor input Contact input Tr ansistor input
NPN transistor NPN transistor
Voltage input type
Free voltage input type
Contact input Transistor input
NPN transistor PNP transistor
2. PC board mounting type
• External dimensions
Terminal layout and wiring diagrams
General tolerance: ±1.0 ±.039 mm inch
PC board pattern (BOTTOM VIEW)
General tolerance: ±0.1 ±.004
Note: The AXS212811K is recommended as a compatible connection socket.
LH2H
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33.02±0.3
1.300±.012
43.4
1.709 17.3
.681
DIP switch × 8
19
.748 15.24±0.3
.600±.012
3.3±0.3
.130±.012
5.08±0.3
.200±.012
0.5±0.3
.020±.012
0.3±0.1
.012±.004
5.08±0.3
.200±.012
0.6±0.1
.024±.004
Q-E, }-w, e-t and S-F are connected internally.
An external power supply is required.
Reset inputStart input 15 17 26 28
14 12 3 1
15.24
.600
33.02
1.300
1.9
.075
1.9
.075
5.19
.204
2.54
.100
2.54
.100
8-0.8 dia.
8-.031 dia.
5.08
.200
5.08
.200
5.19
.204
Mounting area
Connection sockets
28 pin DIP terminal
12 3 4 Reset
input
Start
input
(W and R are connected internally.)
12 34
0V 0V
(W and R are connected internally.)
Reset
input
Start
input Reset
input
Start
input
3V DC
15 17
14 12
26 28
31
Reset
input
Start
input
3V DC
15 17
14 12
26 28
31
Reset
input
Start
input
12 34
12 34 Reset
input
Start
input
+V +V
Reset
input
Start
input 12 34
+V +V
12 34
or or or
Reset input
Start input
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2. Backlight type
Notes) 1. Do not reverse the polarities when connecting the DC voltage for the backlight.
2. 2 and 4. (The input and reset circuits are functionally insulated.)
3. When using transistor (Tr) input, use the right as a guide. (Collector withstand voltage Q 50 V, leakage current < 1 µA)
4. Be aware that the application of voltage that exceeds the voltage range of the H level to the count input terminal, and the application of voltage to the reset input
terminal, can cause damage to the internal elements.
Explanation of operation
Voltage input type
Backlight connection
Contact input Transistor input
NPN transistor PNP transistor
Reset
input
Start
input
12 34
5
6
12 34 Reset
input
Start
input
+V +V
12 34
5
6
Reset
input
Start
input
+V +V
12 34
Green Red
24V DC
24V DC
5
612 34
5
6
1. Time measuring takes place when the
start input is ON.
2. When the elapsed (measured) time
reaches full scale it returns to “0”, and
then measuring starts again from “0”.
3. When reset input is ON, the display
becomes “0”. You cannot measure during
reset input.
For PC board mounting type the display
disappears while the reset input is ON;
however, the display reads “0” when the
reset input turns OFF.
4. Press the front reset button if you want
to perform a manual reset (for panel
installation type)
Reset input
Full scale
Elapsed time
PC board type
Start input
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
0
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Cautions for use
1. Non-voltage input type
For both panel mounting and PC
board mounting types
1) Never apply voltage to the non-voltage
input type. This will damage the internal
elements.
2) Since the current flow is very small
from the start input and reset input
terminals (1 and 3 on the panel
mounting type and terminals e to t and
S to F on the PC board mounting type)
please use relays and switches with high
contact reliability. When inputting with an
open collector of a transistor, use a
transistor for small signals in which ICBO
is 1 µA or less and always input with no
voltage.
3) When wiring, try to keep all the input
lines to the start and reset inputs as short
as possible and avoid running them
together with high voltage and power
transmission lines or in a power conduit.
Also, malfunctions might occur if the
floating capacitance of these wires
exceeds 500 pF (10 m 32.808 ft. for
parallel wires of 2 mm2). In particular,
when using shielded wiring, be careful of
the capacitance between wires.
PC board mounting type
1) For external power supply use
manganese dioxide or lithium batteries
(CR type: 3V).
2) Always reset after external power is
applied and confirm that the display
reads “0”.
3) Make the wiring from the battery to the
hour meter unit as short as absolutely
possible. Also, be careful of polarity.
4) Calculate battery life with the following
formula.
t = A/I
t: battery life [h]
I: LH2H current consumption [mA]
A: battery capacity until minimum
operation voltage is reached [mAh]
5) Hand solder to the lead terminal. Do
not dip solder. With the tip of the
soldering iron at 300°C 572°F perform
soldering within 3 seconds (for 30 to 60
W soldering iron).
2. Voltage input type
1) Be aware that applying more than 30 V
DC to start input terminals 1 and 2, and
reset input terminals 3 and 4 will cause
damage to the internal elements.
2) For external resetting use H level
(application of 4.5 to 30 V DC) between
reset terminals 3 and 4 of the rear
terminals. In this case, connect + to
terminal 3 and – to terminal 4. This is
the valid polarity; therefore, the hour
meter will not work if reversed.
3) When wiring, try to keep all the input
lines to the start and reset inputs as short
as possible and avoid running them
together with high voltage and power
transmission lines or in a power conduit.
Also, malfunctions might occur if the
floating capacitance of these wires
exceeds 500 pF (10 m 32.808 ft. for
parallel wires of 2 mm2).
3. Free voltage input type
1) Use start input terminals 1 and 2 for
free voltage input and reset terminals 3
and 4 for non-voltage input.
2) Be aware that the application of
voltage that exceeds the voltage range of
the H level to the start input terminal, and
the application of voltage to the reset
input terminal, can cause damage to the
internal elements.
3) Since the current flow is very small
from reset input terminal 3, please use
relays and switches with high contact
reliability.
4) When inputting a reset with an open
collector of a transistor, use a transistor
for small signals in which ICBO is 1 µA or
less and always input with no voltage.
5) To reset externally, short reset input
terminals 3 and 4 on the rear.
6) Input uses a high impedance circuit;
therefore, erroneous operation may occur
if the influence of induction voltage is
present. If you plan to use wiring for the
input signal that is 10 m or longer (wire
capacitance 120 pF/m at normal
temperature), we recommend the use of
a CR filter or the connection of a bleeder
resistor.
4. How to reset multiple panel
mounting type counters all at once
(input is the same for count)
Non-voltage input type
Notes) 1. Use the following as a guide for choosing
transistors used for input (Tr).
Leakage current < 1 µA
2. Use as small a diode (D) as possible in the
forward voltage so that the voltage between
terminals 3 and 4 during reset input meets
the standard value (0.5 V).
( At IF = 20 µA, forward voltage 0.1 and
higher.)
Voltage input type
Note) Make sure that H (reset ON) level is at least 4.5
V.
5. Backlight luminance
To prevent varying luminance among
backlights when using multiple Backlight
types, please use the same backlight
power supply.
6. Acquisition of CE marking
Please abide by the conditions below
when using in applications that comply
with EN 61010-1/IEC 61010-1
1) Ambient conditions
• Overvoltage category II, pollution level 2
• Indoor use
• Acceptable temperature and humidity
range: –10 to +55°C, 35 to 85%RH (with
no condensation at 20°C)
• Under 2000 m elevation
2) Use the main unit in a location that
matches the following conditions.
There is minimal dust and no corrosive
gas.
There is no combustible or explosive
gas.
There is no mechanical vibration or
impacts.
There is no exposure to direct sunlight.
• Located away from large-volume
electromagnetic switches and power
lines with large electrical currents.
3) Connect a breaker that conforms to
EN60947-1 or EN60947-3 to the voltage
input section.
4) Applied voltage should be protected
with an overcurrent protection device
(example: T 1A, 250 V AC time lag fuse)
that conforms to the EN/IEC standards.
(Free voltage input type)
7. Terminal connection
Tighten the terminal screws with a torque
of 0.8 N·cm or less.
3or
DTr
4 3 4 3 4
D D
3or
+V +V
R
Tr
4 3 4 3 4 3 4
22
52
Green Red
5
626
24V DC 24V DC
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