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The APEM Panel Switches 1212C2 is a robust, normally closed autoswitch designed for industrial applications. With silver contacts rated for 4 A 250 VAC or 8 A 125 VAC AC loads, it offers high insulation resistance (1,000 MΩ min. at 500 VDC) and dielectric strength (2,000 Vrms 50 Hz min. between terminals). Ideal for reliable control in demanding environments.
The APEM Panel Switches 1212C2 is a precision-engineered, normally closed autoswitch designed for industrial control systems. Featuring butt action contacts with double break compliance (EN 61058-1), UL, and CSA approvals, this switch ensures safe and reliable operation in critical applications. Its robust construction, with a 5 mm panel thickness and 10 mΩ initial contact resistance, supports high electrical life (10,000 cycles at full load) across a wide temperature range (-20 °C to +55 °C). The switch is optimized for resistive loads and delivers consistent performance in demanding environments.
The APEM Panel Switches 1212C2 supports resistive loads with precise current and voltage ratings. Silver contacts handle up to 4 A 250 VAC or 8 A 125 VAC AC, while silver plated copper contacts manage 2 A 250 VAC or 3 A 125 VAC AC. Both contact types also accommodate 4 A 24 VDC and 8 A 12 VDC DC loads, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of industrial power sources.
Engineered for extreme conditions, the switch operates reliably across a broad temperature range (-20 °C to +55 °C). Its robust construction, including a 5 mm panel thickness and 10 mΩ initial contact resistance, ensures consistent performance in harsh industrial environments without degradation.
The Panel Switches 1212C2 meets stringent international safety standards with double break NF (EN 61058-1), UL, and CSA certifications. This ensures safe operation and compliance with global regulatory requirements for electrical safety in industrial applications.
With a maximum torque of 1.50 Nm (1.10 ft.lb) for nut installation, the switch is designed for secure and repeatable assembly. The total travel for normally open contacts is 4.5 mm (±0.3 mm), while normally closed contacts travel 3.5 mm (±0.3 mm), providing precise mechanical operation.
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Insulation resistance | 1,000 MΩ min. at 500 VDC |
| Dielectric strength | 2,000 Vrms 50 Hz min. between terminals3,000 Vrms 50 Hz min. between terminals and frame |
| Torque | 1.50 Nm (1.10 Ft.lb) max. applied to nut |
| Panel thickness | 5 mm (.196) max. |
| Operating temperature | -20 °C to +55 °C |
| Total travel | NO : 4.5 (.177) +/- 0.3 (.011)NC : 3.5 (.137) +/- 0.3 (.011) Butt action contacts Double break NF (EN 61058-1), UL and CSA approved Double break NF (EN 61058-1), UL and CSA approved NF (EN 61058-1), UL and CSA approved D |
| Max. current/voltage rating with resistive load | - silver contacts (A) : 4 A 250 VAC - 8 A 125 VAC - 4 A 24 VDC - 8 A 12 VDC- silver plated copper contacts (C) : 2 A 250 VAC - 3 A 125 VAC - 2 A 24 VDC - 3 A 12 VDC |
| Electrical Functions | Normally Closed (NC) |
The APEMPanel Switches 1212C2 is presented using the documented product characteristics available for this model.
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Insulation resistance | 1,000 MΩ min. at 500 VDC |
| Dielectric strength | 2,000 Vrms 50 Hz min. between terminals3,000 Vrms 50 Hz min. between terminals and frame |
| Torque | 1.50 Nm (1.10 Ft.lb) max. applied to nut |
| Panel thickness | 5 mm (.196) max. |
| Operating temperature | -20 °C to +55 °C |
| Total travel | NO : 4.5 (.177) +/- 0.3 (.011)NC : 3.5 (.137) +/- 0.3 (.011) Butt action contacts Double break NF (EN 61058-1), UL and CSA approved Double break NF (EN 61058-1), UL and CSA approved NF (EN 61058-1), UL and CSA approved D |
| Max. current/voltage rating with resistive load | - silver contacts (A) : 4 A 250 VAC - 8 A 125 VAC - 4 A 24 VDC - 8 A 12 VDC- silver plated copper contacts (C) : 2 A 250 VAC - 3 A 125 VAC - 2 A 24 VDC - 3 A 12 VDC |
| Electrical Functions | Normally Closed (NC) |
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