Miniature Switches and Pilot Devices A6 Series: 16mm A6 Series -- Miniature Switches and Pilot Devices: 16mm Specifications UL Recognized File No.E55996 CSA Certified File No. LR21451 Degree of Protection IP40: Dustproof IP65 Waterproof/Oiltight/Corrosion Resistant Contact Configuration Maximum Voltage Thermal Current Minimum Applic. Load Contact Material Terminal Style Operating Temperature Operating Humidity Contact Resistance Insulation Resistance Vibration Resistance SPDT, DPDT Shock Resistance Damage limits: 500m/sec2 (approx. 50G) Operating extremes: 200m/sec2 (approx. 20G) Electrical Life 100,000 operations minimum (at full rated load) 250V AC/DC 3A 5V AC/DC, 1mA (subject to operating conditions) Gold-clad silver .110" Solder/ Quick Connect LED Type: -25 to +55C (no freezing) 45 to 85% RH 50m maximum (initial value) 100M minimum (500V DC megger) 10 to 55Hz, amplitude 1.5mm p-p Maintained: 100,000 operations minimum Momentary: 1,000,000 operations minimum Selector/Keylock: 250,000 operations minimum Switch Unit: 2,000VAC, 1 min. between live/dead part and terminals of different poles; 1,000V AC, 1 minute between terminals of the same pole; 1,500V AC, 1 minute between contact and lamp terminals. Illumination Unit: 2,000VAC, 1 min. between live part/ground Mechanical Life Dielectric Strength LED Lamp Ratings Contact Ratings Switches & Pilot Devices A Key features of the A6 series switches and pilot lights include: * 16mm (5/8") mounting hole * LED illumination * Compact design saves space * Momentary, Maintained, Selectors, and E-Stops * Gold-clad Silver contacts for reliable low level switching * Snap action contacts * IP40 (dustproof) or IP65 (oiltight) versions Soldering Temperature Operating Voltage AC (50/60Hz) DC 24V 120V 240V Resistive -- 1.0A 0.5A Inductive -- 0.7A 0.5A Resistive 1.0A 0.2A -- Inductive 0.7A 0.1A -- 5V DC 5% 6V AC/DC (10%) 12V AC/DC (10%) 24V AC/DC (10%) DC: A, R, W, Y: 6mA G, S: 5mA AC: A, R, W, Y: 8mA G, S: 7mA DC: 8mA DC: 8mA 8mA AC: 9mA AC: 9mA Rated Voltage/Current 1. 2. 3. 4. A-18 20W/5 seconds or 260C/3 seconds AC Inductive Load, PF = 0.6 - 0.7; DC Inductive Load, L/R = 7ms. Minimum applicable load (reference value) is 5V AC/DC/1mA (applicable range is subject to the operating conditions and load). LED lamp contains a built-incurrent-limiting resistor and a protection diode. LED's don't "burn out." Luminance is reduced to 50% of initial intensity after being lit for 50,000 hours continuously. www.idec.com USA: (800) 262-IDEC or (408) 747-0550, Canada (888) 317-IDEC Miniature Switches and Pilot Devices A6 Series: 16mm AB6 Non-Illuminated Pushbuttons (Assembled) Part Numbers: Non-Illuminated Pushbuttons Style Part Number Momentary Maintained (Latching) Dustproof (IP40) Oiltight (IP65) Dustproof (IP40) Oiltight (IP65) Contact A SPDT DPDT AB6M-M1- AB6M-M2- AB6M-M1P- AB6M-M2P- AB6M-A1- AB6M-A2- AB6M-A1P- AB6M-A2P- SPDT DPDT AB6Q-M1- AB6Q-M2- AB6Q-M1P- AB6Q-M1P- AB6Q-A1- AB6Q-A1- AB6Q-A1P- AB6Q-A1P- Square 18mm Rectangular 18mm x 24mm Button Color Code SPDT DPDT AB6H-M1- AB6H-M2- AB6H-M1P- AB6H-M2P- AB6H-A1- AB6H-A2- AB6H-A1P- AB6H-A2P- Oversize Button Round 23.5mm SPDT DPDT - AB6M-M1P-M AB6M-M2P-M - SPDT DPDT SPDT DPDT AB6M-A1P-M AB6M-A2P-M - AB6Q-M1P-Q AB6Q-M2P-Q - AB6Q-A1P-Q AB6Q-A2P-Q - AB6Q-M1P-H AB6Q-M2P-H - AB6Q-A1P-H AB6Q-A2P-H Color Code Black B Green G Red R Blue S White W Yellow Y Square 23.5mm Rectangular 17.5 X 23.5mm 1. In place of , specify Button Color Code from the table at the right. 2. To order as sub-assembled, see page A-20. 3. For accessories, see page A-26. 4. For dimensions, see page A-28. Part Numbers: AB6-V Pushlock Turn Reset Shape Operation Contact Part Number Dustproof (IP40) Oiltight (IP65) Pushlock Turn Reset SPDT DPDT AB6M-V1-R AB6M-V2-R Remarks 23.5mm Round Mushroom Part Numbers: Buzzer Shape Voltage Round (18mm) www.idec.com 12/24V DC AB6M-V1P-R AB6M-V2P-R 1. Button available in red only. 2. Replacement button: order AB6M-V-R Part Number UZ6-F10 USA: (800) 262-IDEC or (408) 747-0550, Canada (888) 317-IDEC A-19 Switches & Pilot Devices Standard Button Round 18mm Miniature Switches and Pilot Devices A6 Series: 16mm AB6 Non-Illuminated Pushbuttons (Sub-Assembled) Operator + Button = Completed Unit Switches & Pilot Devices A Part Numbers: Operators Style Contact Non-Illuminated Pushbuttons SPDT DPDT Part Number Operator Round Square Rectangular Momentary AB6M-M100 AB6Q-M100 AB6H-M100 Maintained AB6M-A100 AB6Q-A100 AB6H-A100 Momentary AB6M-M200 AB6Q-M200 AB6H-M200 Maintained AB6M-A200 AB6Q-A200 AB6H-A200 Part Numbers: Buttons/Lens Description Part Number Button Dustproof (IP40) Oiltight/(IP65) Round AB6M-BK1- AB6M-BK2- AB6Q-BK1 AB6Q-BK2- AB6H-BK1- AB6H-BK2- Square Rectangular Button Color Code Round Oversize - AB6M-BK2-M Color Code Black B Green G Red R Blue S White W Yellow Y Square Oversize - AB6Q-BK2-Q - AB6Q-BK2-H Rectangular Oversize 1. In place of , specify Button Color Code from table on right. 2. Buttons which are rated IP65 include a waterproof rubber gasket. 3. For accessories, see page A-26. A-20 www.idec.com USA: (800) 262-IDEC or (408) 747-0550, Canada (888) 317-IDEC Miniature Switches and Pilot Devices A6 Series: 16mm AL6 Illuminated Pushbuttons (Assembled) Part Numbers: LED Illuminated Pushbuttons Description Style Contact Part Numbers Momentary Maintained (Latching) Dustproof (IP40) Oiltight (IP65) Dustproof (IP40) Oiltight (IP65) 24V AC/DC 10% SPDT DPDT AL6M-M14- AL6M-M24- AL6M-M14P- AL6M-M24P- AL6M-A14- AL6M-A24- AL6M-A14P- AL6M-A24P- 24V AC/DC 10% SPDT DPDT AL6Q-M14- AL6Q-M24- AL6Q-M14P- AL6Q-M24P- AL6Q-A14- AL6Q-A24- AL6Q-A14P- AL6Q-A24P- 24V AC/DC 10% SPDT DPDT AL6H-M14- AL6H-M24- AL6H-M14P- AL6H-M24P- AL6H-A14- AL6H-A24- AL6H-A14P- AL6H-A24P- 24V AC/DC 10% SPDT DPDT - AL6M-M14P-M AL6M-M24P-M - AL6M-A14P-M AL6M-A24P-M 24V AC/DC 10% SPDT DPDT - AL6Q-M14P-Q AL6Q-M24P-Q - AL6Q-A14P-Q AL6Q-A24P-Q Voltage A Round 18mm diameter Standard Lens Rectangular 18mm x 24mm Round 24mm diameter Square 24 mm Oversize Lens Rectangular 18mm x 24mm AL6Q-A14P-H AL6Q-A24P-H 24V AC/DC 10% SPDT DPDT 1. In place of , specify Lens/LED Color Code from table below. 2. Lamps also available in 5V DC, 6V AC/DC or 12 V AC/DC, change "4" using voltage/lamp codes (ie AL6M-M13- uses 12V AC/DC LED). 3. LED lamp is included in unit and contains a current-limiting resistor and a protection diode. (External resistor not required.) 4. To order as sub-assembled, see page A-22. 5. For accessories, see page A-26. 6. For dimensions, see page A-28. A Green G Red R Blue S White W Yellow Y www.idec.com - Part Numbers: Replacement LED Lamps Appearance Rated Voltage Part Number 5V DC LATD-5 6V AC/DC LATD-6 12V AC/DC LATD-1 24V AC/DC LATD-2 In place of , specify LED Color Code from table at left. Lens/LED Color Code Color Code Amber AL6Q-M14P-H AL6Q-M24P-H - Voltage Code Voltage 5V DC Code 1 6V AC/DC 2 12V AC/DC 3 24V AC/DC 4 USA: (800) 262-IDEC or (408) 747-0550, Canada (888) 317-IDEC A-21 Switches & Pilot Devices Square 18mm Miniature Switches and Pilot Devices A6 Series: 16mm AL6 Illuminated Pushbuttons (Sub-Assembled) Operator + LED Lamp + Lens = Completed Unit Switches & Pilot Devices A Part Numbers: Operators Style Contact AL6 Illuminated Pushbuttons SPDT DPDT Part Numbers: Lenses Unit Degree of Dustproof (IP40) Protection Size Standard AL6M-LK1- Part Number Operator Round Square Rectangular Momentary AL6M-M100 AL6Q-M100 AL6H-M100 Maintained AL6M-A100 AL6Q-A100 AL6H-A100 Momentary AL6M-M200 AL6Q-M200 AL6H-M200 Maintained AL6M-A200 AL6Q-A200 AL6H-A200 Part Number Oiltight (IP65) Standard Oversize AL6M-LK2- AL6M-LK2-M AL6Q-LK1- AL6Q-LK2- AL6Q-LK2-Q AL6H-LK1- AL6H-LK2- AL6Q-LK2-H Round Square Rectangular 1. In place of , specify Lens Color Code from table below. 2. Lenses which are rated IP65 include a waterproof rubber gasket. 3. For accessories, see page A-26. Lens/LED Color Code Color Code Part Numbers: Replacement LED Lamps Appearance Rated Voltage Part Number A 5V DC LATD-5 Green G 6V AC/DC LATD-6 Red R 12V AC/DC LATD-1 Blue S 24V AC/DC LATD-2 White W Yellow Y Amber A-22 In place of , specify LED Color Code from table at left. www.idec.com USA: (800) 262-IDEC or (408) 747-0550, Canada (888) 317-IDEC Miniature Switches and Pilot Devices A6 Series: 16mm AL6 Pilot Lights (Assembled) Part Numbers: LED Pilot Lights Description Voltage Part Number Dustproof (IP40) Oiltight (IP65) 24V AC/DC AL6M-P4- AL6M-P4P- 24V AC/DC AL6Q-P4- AL6Q-P4P- A Round (18mm Lens) Switches & Pilot Devices Square (18mm Lens) Rectangular (18mm x 24mm Lens) 24V AC/DC AL6H-P4- AL6H-P4P- Lens/LED Color Code Color Code Amber A Green G Red R Blue S White W Yellow Y 1. In place of , specify LED/Lens Color Code. 2. Lamps also available in 5V DC, 6V AC/DC or 12 V AC/DC, change "4" using voltage codes (ie AL6M-P3- uses 12V AC/DC lamp). 3. LED Lamp is included and contains built-in current limiting resistor and reverse polarity protection diode. (no external resistor required) 4. To order sub-assembled, see page A-24. 5. For accessories, see page A-26. 6. For dimensions, see page A-28. 7. For one piece pilot lights and/or dome lens pilot lights, see page A-31. Part Numbers: Replacement LED Lamps Appearance Rated Voltage Part Number 5V DC LATD-5 6V AC/DC LATD-6 12V AC/DC LATD-1 24V AC/DC LATD-2 In place of , specify LED Color Code from table at left. Voltage Code Voltage Code 5V DC 1 6V AC/DC 2 12V AC/DC 3 24V AC/DC 4 www.idec.com USA: (800) 262-IDEC or (408) 747-0550, Canada (888) 317-IDEC A-23 Miniature Switches and Pilot Devices A6 Series: 16mm AL6 Pilot Lights (Sub-Assembled) Operator + LED Lamp + Lens = Completed Unit Switches & Pilot Devices A Part Numbers: Operators Part Number Style Round Square Rectangular AL6 Pilot Lights AL6M-P00 Part Numbers: Lenses Unit Degree of Protection AL6Q-P00 AL6H-P00 Pilot Lights Dustproof IP40 Oiltight IP65 AL6M-LK1- AL6M-LK3- AL6Q-LK1- AL6Q-LK3- AL6H-LK1- AL6H-LK3- Round Square Rectangular 1. In place of , specify Lens Color Code from table below. 2. Lenses which are rated IP65 include a waterproof rubber gasket. 3. For accessories, see page A-26. Lens/LED Color Code Color Code Part Numbers: Replacement LED Lamps Appearance Rated Voltage Part Number Amber A 5V DC LATD-5 Green G 6V AC/DC LATD-6 Red R 12V AC/DC LATD-1 Blue S 24V AC/DC LATD-2 White W Yellow Y A-24 In place of , specify LED Color Code from table at left. www.idec.com USA: (800) 262-IDEC or (408) 747-0550, Canada (888) 317-IDEC Miniature Switches and Pilot Devices A6 Series: 16mm AS6 Selector and Keylock Switches (Assembled) Part Numbers: AS6 Selector Switches and Keylock Switches (2- & 3- Position) Round Selector Function 3-Position 45 2-Position 90 Square Selector L Maintained 3-Position 45 2-Position 90 Rectangular Selector Spring Return Right 3-Position 45 R L L Spring Return Right Center Spring Return LeftCenter L L 2-Way ReturnCenter L Maintained L Spring Return to Right Spring Return RightCenter L Spring Return Left Center R C C C C L R R R R R L L R C R C R C R 2-Way ReturnCenter L Maintained L R Spring Return Right L R Maintained Rectangular Keylock Contact Operations (for all selectors) Operator Position and Contact Operation AS6M-2Y2P AS6M-2KT2P Left Left Maintained Square Keylock Keylock Switches Contacts Maintained Round Keylock Selector Switches L Spring Return Right Center L Spring Return LeftCenter L 2-Way ReturnCenter L C R C R C R C R C R AS6M-21Y2P AS6M-21KT2PB 2-pos. (DPDT) AS6M-32Y2P AS6M-33Y2P NO AS6M-31KT2P AS6M-32KT2P NO NC Left Center NO NC Left Right NO NC NO NC Right Left 3-pos. (DPDT) NO Right NC AS6M-3KT2P Left AS6M-31Y2P NC Left Right AS6M-3Y2P NO A Right NC NO NC Right NO NC Right NO NC AS6M-33KT2PD Key Retention Codes AS6Q-2Y2P AS6Q-21Y2P Code Description A Key not retained in any position (removable in all positions) B Key retained in right position only C Key retained in left position only AS6Q-2KT2P AS6Q-21KT2PB AS6Q-3Y2P AS6Q-3KT2P D Key retained in left and right (3 position only) AS6Q-31Y2P AS6Q-31KT2P E Key retained in center only (3 position only) G Key retained right and center (3 position only) H Key retained left and center (3 position only) AS6Q-32Y2P AS6Q-32KT2P AS6Q-33Y2P AS6Q-33KT2PD AS6H-2Y2P AS6H-2KT2P AS6H-21Y2P AS6H-21KT2PB AS6H-3Y2P AS6H-3KT2P AS6H-31Y2P AS6H-31KT2P AS6H-32Y2P AS6H-32KT2P AS6H-33Y2P AS6H-33KT2PD For more information on these options, contact your IDEC representative. 1. In place of , specify Key Retention Code. See table on right. 2. All models are IP65 and DPDT. 3. Available as assembled units only. 4. Key cannot be removed in a spring return position. 5. For accessories, see page A-26. 6. For dimensions, see page A-28. www.idec.com USA: (800) 262-IDEC or (408) 747-0550, Canada (888) 317-IDEC A-25 Switches & Pilot Devices 2-Position 90 Style A6 Series: 16mm Miniature Switches and Pilot Devices Accessories -- A Series: 16mm Appearance Switches & Pilot Devices A Description Used With Part Number O 5/8" (16mm) units MT-001 Made of metal. Used for tightening plastic locking ring during installation. Tightening torque should not exceed 3kgfcm O 31/64" (12mm) AP2M units MT-002 O 13/32" (10mm) AP1M units MT-003 Lens Removal Tool Made of metal. Used for removing lens or button from the housing All pushbuttons and pilot lights MT-101 Lamp Holder Tool Made of rubber. Used for removing and replacing LED lamps in illuminated units All illuminated pushbuttons and pilot lights OR-77 Round/Square AL-K6 Switch Guard Prevents inadvertent switch operation. IP40 dust-tight rated. 90 degrees opening maintained Rectangular AL-KH6 Prevents inadvertent switch operation. IP65 oiltight rated 180 degrees opening, spring return Round/Square Rectangular AL-K6SP AL-KH6SP Terminal Cover Made of translucent nylon. Fits over and shields the terminals All 5/8" (16mm) units AL-V6 Dust Cover Fits over the lens or button to provide protection from dust. (not applicable for oversize lenses or buttons) All round units All square units AL-D6 AL-DQ6 All rectangular units AL-DH6 Locking Ring Wrench Plug-on terminal adaptor with solder terminal Adaptor Socket AL-C6 All 5/8" (16mm) units Plug-on terminal adaptor with PCB terminal Fills unused panel cutouts. Made of nitrile rubber. Push-in installation from front of panel. IP65 (oiltight) rated. Fills unused panel cutouts. Made of aluminum. Screw-on locking ring from inside of panel. IP65 (oiltight) rated. Mounting Hole Plug AL-C6V Rubber AL-B6 Aluminum AL-BM6 LATD-5 LATD-6 LATD-1 LATD-2 Replacement LED Lamps LED with built in current limiting resistor (with all illuminated assemblies). 5V DC 6V AC/DC 12V AC/DC 24V AC/DC Replacement Locking Ring Fastens operators to panel (included with all operators). All switches & pilot lights HA9Z-LN Anti-Rotation Ring Prevents rotation of switches in panel (included with all operators). All switches & pilot lights AL6-LP Engraving plates to allow legends underneath translucent lenses (included with all lenses). Round standard Square standard Rectangular standard Round oversize Square/rectangular oversize AL6M-W AL6Q-W AL6H-W AL6M-MW All key selectors AS6-SK-132PN02 Replacement Engraving Inserts Replacement Keys Pair of keys (#132). All key switches use same standard key. AL6Q-QW 1. In place of specify color code. A=Amber, W=White, G=Green, Y=Yellow, R=Red, S=Blue. A-26 www.idec.com USA: (800) 262-IDEC or (408) 747-0550, Canada (888) 317-IDEC Miniature Switches and Pilot Devices A6 Series: 16mm Schematics -- A Series: 5/8" (16mm) Terminal Arrangement (Top View) A Illuminated Pushbuttons Switches & Pilot Devices NC NC NO NO COM COM (+) Lamp (-) Lamp SPDT Contact (Single-pole/Double Throw) (+) Lamp (-) Lamp DPDT Contact (Double-pole/Double Throw) Non-illuminated Pushbuttons and Selector Switches NC NC NO NO COM COM SPDT Contact (Single-pole/Double Throw) DPDT Contact (Double-pole/Double Throw) IDEC's Superbright LED Internal Circuit LATD-1,-2,-6 (GS) LED Chip Protective Diode Zener Diode LATD-5 (ARWY) LATD-1,-2,-6 (ARWY) LATD-5 (GS) www.idec.com USA: (800) 262-IDEC or (408) 747-0550, Canada (888) 317-IDEC A-27 Miniature Switches and Pilot Devices A6 Series: 16mm Dimensions -- A Series: 5/8" (16mm) Pushbuttons, O 21/64" (8mm) and O 5/8" (16mm) Large Size Lens 0.236" 0.197" Panel Thickness 0.110" (5mm) (2.8mm) CL 0.020" to 0.236" (0.5mm to 6mm) 0.118" 0.866" (3mm) (22mm) 0.098" E 0.315" (2.5mm) (8mm) Style See Table D Below O 5/8" (16mm) Std Size Lens Round Square A Panel Cut-out O 0.639" (+0.008, -0) 16.2mm (+0.2, -0) B Centerlines 0.709" (18mm) C Outside Dimension O 0.709" 18mm D Depth into Panel E Extend from Panel 0.709" 18mm Gasket Anti-Rotation Ring Locking Ring See Table Below C E O 5/8" (16mm) Oversize Size Lens Rectangular Round Square Rectangular O 0.639" (+0.008, -0) 16.2mm (+0.2, -0) 0.709" (18mm) 0.945" (24mm) 0.709" (18mm) 0.709" x 0.984" 18mm x 24mm O 0.925" 23.5mm 0.709" (18mm) 0.945" (24mm) 0.925" 23.5mm 0.925" x 0.689" 23.5mm x 17.5mm 1.181" (30mm) 0.354" (9mm) 0.610" (15.5mm) Selector Switches, O 5/8" (16mm) Gasket Terminal Width 2.8 x 0.5t 2.5 3 Anti-Rotation Ring Panel Thickness: 0.5 to 6 mm Rectangular (TOP) Locking Ring Square (TOP) Round (TOP) 5 18 5 8 o1 8 1 8 22 15.5 18 24 Gasket Terminal Width 2.8 x 0.5t 3 Panel Thickness: 0.5 to 6 mm Locking Ring Rectangular (TOP) Square (TOP) Round (TOP) NC 18 5 2.5 Anti-Rotation Ring NO 5 Switches & Pilot Devices A (6mm) C 1 8 A-28 www.idec.com 22 26 24 18 o18 USA: (800) 262-IDEC or (408) 747-0550, Canada (888) 317-IDEC Miniature Switches and Pilot Devices A6 Series: 16mm Dimensions con't Switch Guard, O 5/8" (16mm) 26.5 min. 33 (45.5 min. for 180 opening type) 23.5 13 R2 2 10.5 26.5 min. (45.5 min. for 180 opening type) 23.5 13 24 Gasket 14 Gasket 28 14 28 (180 opening type) (90, 110 opening types) 19 min. Switches & Pilot Devices 18 A Panel Thickness: 0.5 to 5 mm 32 10.5 Panel Thickness: 0.5 to 5 mm 34 25 min. Panel Thickness: 0.5 to 5 mm 34 45.5 min. 10.5 45.5 min. 10.5 23.5 23.5 13 13 Waterproof Gasket for Switch Guard R2 2 24 33 18 Gasket 0.4 14 19 min. 25 min. Terminal Sockets Dust Covers AL-C6, 5/8" (16mm), Solder 1.307" (33.5) 0.094" 0.098" (2.5) 0.117" (3) (2.4) 0.293" 0.234" (6) 0.632" (16.2) (7.5) 0.195" (5) 0.195" (5) 0.234" (6) AL-C6V, O 5/8" (16mm), PCB Terminal: 0.012 x 0.059" (0.3 x 1.5) 1.303" (33.4) 0.098" (2.5) 0.117" (3) 0.195" (5) 0.195" (5) 0.234" (6) 0.148" 0.638" (16.2) (3.8) 0.234" 8 - O 0.062" (6) (O 1.6) Holes AL-D6, Round AL-DQ6, Square AL-DH6, Rectangular 0.936" (24) 1.17" (30) 0.936" (24) 0.293" (7.5) 0.507" (13) 0.012" (0.3) 0.293" (7.5) 0.507" (13) Dust Cover Gasket 0.012" (0.3) 0.293" (7.5) 0.507" (13) Dust Cover Gasket 0.012" (0.3) Dust Cover Gasket Panel Cut-Outs For Units w/Dust Cover Round/Square Rectangular O 0.632"+0.007 (O 16.2+0.2) 0.936" (24) O 0.632"+0.007 (O 16.2+0.2) 0.936" (24) O 0.936" (O 24) www.idec.com 28 O 1.17" (O 30) USA: (800) 262-IDEC or (408) 747-0550, Canada (888) 317-IDEC A-29 Miniature Switches and Pilot Devices A6 Series: 16mm Dimensions con't Marking Plates for Pushbuttons with Standard Size Lens Style Round--AL6M-W Square--AL6Q-W Switches & Pilot Devices A Rectangular--AL6H-W OD2 Oa O OD OD Dimensions a OD1 a1 Marking Area Marking Area a2 Marking Area O 5/8" (16mm) Outside (OD) O 0.538" (13.8mm) 0.538" (13.8mm) 0.538" x 0.772" (13.8 x 19.8mm) Marking Area (a) O 0.468" (12mm) 0.468" (12mm) 0.468" x 0.702" (12 x 18mm) Engraving must be made on the engraving area within 0.02" (0.5mm) deep. Marking Plates for Large Lens -- O 5/8" (16mm) Only Style Round--AL6M-MW Oa Square/Rectangular--AL6Q-QW O OD OD a Dimensions Marking Area Marking Area Outside (OD) O 0.491" (12.6mm) 0.491" (12.6mm) Marking Area (a) O 0.429" (11mm) 0.429" (11mm) Replacing Lens and Marking Plate Removal Remove the lens holder assembly (lens, marking plate and holder) from the operator by holding the color lens recesses with the lens removal tool (Part No.MT-101) and pulling out. Remove marking plate by pushing the color lens from the rear to disengage the latches. Marking plate must be engraved on the side as shown in the figure on the right. O 21/64" (8mm) Latches Installation For illuminated and non-illuminated pushbuttons: 1. Insert marking plate inside lens in correct direction (For non-illuminated, install marking plate when replacing button). 2. Press color lens on to lens holder to engage latches. 3. Insert lens holder into housing in correct direction. Do not loosen spring on illuminated pushbutton units (except on pilot light units). The marking plate must be engraved on the front side as shown above. Spring Color Lens Engraving Marking Area Plate O 5/8" (16mm) Latches Recess Color Lens Engraving Area A-30 www.idec.com Lens Holder Marking Plate Lens Holder Operator USA: (800) 262-IDEC or (408) 747-0550, Canada (888) 317-IDEC Switches and Pilot Devices General Information General Information Information About LED Lamps A Light-emitting diodes (LEDs) are P-N junction semiconductors with mechanisms called "junction electro-luminescence." Application of direct current results in radiation or emission of a monochromatic light. Switches & Pilot Devices Specifications Different semiconductor materials produce different wavelengths of light as shown below: Green Gallium Phosphide (GaP) 5600 A Yellow Gallium Arsenide Phosphide (GaAsP) 5800 A Amber Gallium Arsenide Phosphide (GaAsP) 6300 A Red Gallium Arsenide Phosphide (GaAsP) 6600A Infrared Gallium Arsenide (GaAs) 9000 A Advantages of Using LEDs * LEDs are used when heat generated by incandescent lamps would damage nearby equipment or interfere with a precision process. This is particularly advantageous when multiple lights are grouped. * LEDs can operate at low temperatures which would cause incandescent lamps to fail, since glass cracks during rapid cooling. * LEDs consume 50 times less power than incandescent lamps, thereby reducing energy consumption. * LEDs last 500 times longer than incandescent lamps. LEDs average a million hours (114 years) while incandescent lamps average 2000 hours. * LEDs do not generally "blow out" unless subjected to a severe overvoltage. They exhibit a half-life type dimishment in brightness over time. After 50,000 hours (6 years) of use, IDEC LEDs will retain approximately half of their original intensity. * IDEC's SUPERBRIGHT LEDs have high visibility. * LEDs require little or no maintenance because of long life and high reliability. IDEC Recommendations For optimum results, especially when using switches and pilot lights in operating environments which are conducive to overheating, use IDEC LED illuminated units. Transformers are available for use with incandescent illuminated units, which operate at lower voltages to avoid overheating. When IDEC's L-120L lamp is used, make sure ambient temperatures do not exceed 30C (86F). If a lamp from another supplier is used, it should be rated for less than 1.8 watts (15mA at 120V AC), with ambient temperatures as stated above. Information About Incandescent Lamps Filament-type incandescent lamps operate within the following parameters. Light output and life expectancy depend on operating voltage. Light output varies to the 3rd or 4th power of the voltage. Life expectancy varies inversely to the 12th power of voltage. In other words, over-voltage of 5% reduces life expectancy by 50%. Under-voltage of 5% doubles life expectancy at the price of light output efficiency. Inrush current (initial current through the filament) has an adverse effect on life expectancy. Cold resistance (room temperature) will have a more detrimental effect than hot resistance to inrush current. Life expectancy of incandescent lamps can be maximized by reducing occurrences of cold resistance to inrush current. Continued intermittent flashing will significantly reduce life expectancy. When using an incandescent lamp with a tungsten filament, flashing will not reduce life expectancy as long as light output does not exceed that of steady burning. When an incandescent lamp must withstand shock and vibration, use low voltage/high amperage (5-6V/60-120mA) lamps. These lamps have a short, thick filament with a high resonant frequency. Provide cooling by using a heat sink, particularly when multiple incandescent lamps are grouped or when air circulation is limited. Make sure ambient temperatures do not exceed 100C (212F) for maximum life of incandescent lamps. www.idec.com USA: (800) 262-IDEC or (408) 747-0550, Canada (888) 317-IDEC A-11 Switches and Pilot Devices General Information Comparison: LED vs. Incandescent Lamps Incandescent Heat Dissipation Very Low High Life Expectancy Very Long Short Reliability Very High Low Mechanical Strength Not Susceptible Susceptible to Shock/Vibration Maintenance Required Negligible Frequent Operation at Low Temps. Possible Not Possible Inrush Current Negligible Very Large Voltage Effects on Life Insignificant Significant Brightness Slightly Less Slightly More Characteristics A Switches & Pilot Devices Superbright LEDs Ordering Information 1. IDEC offers assembled and sub-assembled switches and pilot lights for your convenience. In some cases there is a cost difference, with sub-assembled units costing slightly less. Since assembled units are custom made to your order, a couple of days for assembly is added to delivery. To minimize delivery or inventory requirements, it is recommended that switches and pilot lights be ordered as sub-components. 2. When ordering pilot lights or illuminated pushbuttons, make sure to specify the color code in place of the asterisk in the part number, (LED or incandescent lamp included). Spare lamps can be ordered and are listed with sub-assembly components. 3. Accessories, such as locking ring wrench, lens removal tool, and lamp holder, are available to make installation and assembly easier. IDEC recommends using these accessories and is not responsible for damage as a result of using the wrong tool. 4. Marking plates are available for switches and pilot lights which feature a flat lens. Printed mylar (not included) can also be inserted under lens for labeling purposes. 5. Nameplates are available for TW, 7/8" (22mm), HW 7/8" (22mm),and TWTD series, O1-13/64" (30mm). For prompt delivery, order standard legends. Custom engraving is also offered for an additional charge. Installation and Operation 1. Use the appropriate lamp holder to remove or install LED or incandescent lamps. Using pliers will damage the lamp. 2. When mounting switches and pilot lights into a panel, use locking ring wrench.Using pliers or tightening excessively will damage the locking ring. 3. A series, 21/64" (8mm), can be mounted on a panel 0.019" (0.5mm) to 0.236" (6mm) thick. 4. LW 7/8" (22mm), TW, 7/8" (22mm), and TWTD series, O1-13/64" (30mm), feature an adjustment ring for mounting on a panel 0.038" (1mm) to 0.236" (6mm) thick. Using a nameplate or an anti-rotation ring adds 0.031" (0.8mm) to the panel thickness. 5. When applicable, solder terminals within 20W/5sec or 260/3sec without exerting external force to the terminals. Use a non-corrosive resin liquid flux. 6. The operating voltage for LED units represents a complete DC value. When using a pulsing voltage, such a full-wave rectification, keeppeak currents within the forward current If. Peak currents exceeding If may shorten the life of the LED lamp. 7. To avoid a short circuit, never connect NO and NC contacts to different voltages or power sources. 8. Optimum performance of TW and TWTD illuminated pushbuttons, selector switches, and pilot lights is obtained with IDEC LED and incandescent lamps. 9. For maximum life of incandescent lamps (approximately 2000 hours), use within the rated operating voltage. If it is necessary to use a higher voltage, keeping ambient temperature below 30C (86F)will help prolong the life of an incandescent lamp. If excessive voltage is applied (over 50V), the lamp may blow and the lens holder may pop out. A-12 www.idec.com USA: (800) 262-IDEC or (408) 747-0550, Canada (888) 317-IDEC