Miniature Rocker Switch A8M Miniature Rocker Switch for High Capacity Switching * Miniature size with High current 16A switching. * Easy to mount by snap fitting. * UL and cUL standard approved. Conforms to EN standards. RoHS Compliant Caution Refer to Precautions List of Models SPST Contact Form DPST 2 3 Color of caps and cases Marking on caps 3 5 6 Quantity per box Black Black A8MS-1162 A8MD-1162 A8MS-1163 A8MD-1163 100 Approved Safety Standards Ratings Rated load 2 Non-inductive UL, cUL (UL1054/CSA C22.2 No. 55) Inductive 16A 125 VAC, 16A 250 VAC Resistive load Inductive load Motor load 125 VAC 16 A 16 A 10 A VDE (EN61058-1) 250 VAC 16 A 16 A 10 A 16A 125 VAC, 16A 250 VAC Note: Quick connect terminals are not in compliance with IEC standards. Note: 1. The inductive load has a power factor of 0.7 minimum (AC). 2. The motor load has an impulse current 6 times the normal current. 3. The above ratings were tested under the following conditions: (1) Ambient temperature: 202 C (2) Ambient humidity: 655 %RH (3) Switching frequency: 7 times/min. Characteristics Permissible operating frequency Mechanical 20 operations / min max. Electrical 7 operations / min max. Insulation resistance 100 M min. (at 500 VDC with insulation tester) Contact resistance (initial value) Dielectric strength 20 m max. (6 to 8 VDC, 1 A, voltage drop method) Between terminals 2,000 VAC 50/60Hz, for 1min of the same polarity Between terminal and case ground 4,000 VAC 50/60Hz, for 1min Vibration resistance Malfunction 10 to 55 Hz, 1.5-mm double amplitude Shock resistance Malfunction 1,000 m/s2 max. Mechanical 50,000 operations min. Electrical 10,000 operations min. Durability Inrush current 117 A max. Degree of protection IEC IP40 Ambient operating temperature - 25 to +55 C (at ambient humidity of 60 % max.) (with no icing or condensation) Ambient operating humidity 25 to 85 %RH (at +15 to 35 C) Weight 4.5 g (SPST), 5.9 g (DPST) 1 A8M A8M Dimensions (Unit: mm) Note: The following illustrations and drawings are for 2 poles (DPST) models, 1 pole (SPST) models have single side terminals. A8MS-1162 A8MS-1163 A8MD-1162 A8MD-1163 Operating Characteristics No. of poles 15 Operating force (OF) max. 1 (SPST) 2 (DPST) 8 N {816 gf} 14 N {1,428 gf} 16.3 21 +0.3 -0.5 10.7 5.60.5 2 15.8 24.1 2.8 dia. 3.7 2.2 0.8 1.6 dia. 9.6 18.5 10 12.5 12.9 3 6 2 5 Solder Terminal #250 Quick connect terminal (t=0.8) common use Quick connect terminals are not in compliance with IEC standards. Note: Unless otherwise specified, a tolerance of 0.3 mm applies to all dimensions. Panel Cutout R0.30.1 X Y Panel thickness (mm) X (mm) 0.75 to 1.25 19.2 +0.1 0 1.26 to 2.00 19.4 +0.1 0 2.01 to 3.00 19.8 +0.1 0 Y (mm) 12.9 +0.1 0 Edge Process the above-mentioned R on the mounting hole side of panel, or be sure that the Play R is on the operation side of panel when using. Be sure that the Edge is on the reverse side of panel when processing. Precautions Be sure to read the Safety precautions common to all Rocker Switches for correct use. 2 A8M A8M * Application examples provided in this document are for reference only. In actual applications, confirm equipment functions and safety before using the product. * Consult your OMRON representative before using the product under conditions which are not described in the manual or applying the product to nuclear control systems, railroad systems, aviation systems, vehicles, combustion systems, medical equipment, amusement machines, safety equipment, and other systems or equipment that may have a serious influence on lives and property if used improperly. Make sure that the ratings and performance characteristics of the product provide a margin of safety for the system or equipment, and be sure to provide the system or equipment with double safety mechanisms. Note: Do not use this document to operate the Unit. OMRON Corporation Electronic and Mechanical Components Company Contact: www.omron.com/ecb Cat. No. A175-E1-05 1014(0207)(O)