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The APEM Panel Switches 1232A6NF is a robust, double-break, normally closed (NC) switch designed for industrial applications. Featuring silver contacts with a 4 A 250 VAC rating and 10,000 cycle electrical life, this switch ensures reliable operation in demanding environments. Its UL and CSA approvals guarantee safety compliance for use in critical control systems.
The APEM Panel Switches 1232A6NF is a precision-engineered, double-break, normally closed (NC) switch designed for high-reliability industrial control applications. This switch delivers exceptional durability with a 10,000-cycle electrical life and robust contact ratings suitable for resistive loads. Its UL and CSA certifications ensure compliance with stringent safety standards, while the double-break design provides enhanced arc suppression and safety during switching operations. The switch features a 5 mm panel thickness and operates within a temperature range of -20 °C to +55 °C, making it ideal for use in harsh industrial environments where reliability and safety are critical.
The APEM Panel Switches 1232A6NF operates with a maximum current rating of 4 A at 250 VAC for resistive loads using silver contacts. It supports 8 A at 125 VAC, 4 A at 24 VDC, and 8 A at 12 VDC for resistive loads. The switch features a 10 mΩ initial contact resistance and 1,000 MΩ insulation resistance at 500 VDC, ensuring reliable performance in high-voltage applications.
Engineered for industrial use, the switch operates within a temperature range of -20 °C to +55 °C and features a 5 mm panel thickness. Its dielectric strength exceeds 2,000 Vrms (50 Hz) between terminals and 3,000 Vrms (50 Hz) between terminals and frame, providing robust protection against electrical faults in demanding environments.
The APEM Panel Switches 1232A6NF meets the stringent safety standards of EN 61058-1, UL, and CSA. This triple certification ensures the switch is suitable for use in critical industrial applications where safety and reliability are paramount, reducing the risk of electrical hazards and system failures.
The switch uses normalized quick-connect terminals for easy installation and maintenance. A plunger color of red is standard, and the maximum torque required for terminal assembly is 1.50 Nm (1.10 Ft.lb), ensuring secure and consistent connections without damage to the terminals.
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| 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) |
| 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 |
The APEMPanel Switches 1232A6NF is presented using the documented product characteristics available for this model.
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| 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) |
| 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 |
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