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The APEM Panel Switches IQP3F422 is a robust, latching autoswitch designed for industrial applications. With a 4 A 48 VDC rating, 500,000 cycle life, and IP54 sealing, this switch ensures reliable operation in harsh environments. Ideal for machinery control where durability and electrical safety are critical.
The APEM Panel Switches IQP3F422 is a high-reliability, latching autoswitch engineered for demanding industrial environments. Featuring gold-plated contacts with a 4 A 48 VDC rating and 500,000 operational cycles, this switch delivers precise control while maintaining exceptional durability. Its IP54 protection ensures resistance to dust, moisture, and mechanical shock, making it suitable for applications requiring consistent performance in challenging conditions. The switch operates within a wide temperature range of -40 °C to +85 °C and includes features like latching action, flat round actuators for optional marking, and robust electrical specifications to meet stringent industrial standards.
The IQP3F422 supports 4 A 48 VDC with gold-plated contacts, delivering 500,000 operational cycles. It features a low initial contact resistance of 100 mΩ max and a dielectric strength of 1,500 Vrms between terminals. The switch operates within a wide temperature range of -40 °C to +85 °C, ensuring reliable performance in extreme conditions.
Engineered for industrial resilience, the IQP3F422 meets IP54 standards for dust and water resistance. It withstands shock resistance of 100 g (IEC 512-4, test 6c) and vibration resistance up to 10 g at 10-500 Hz (IEC 512-4, test 6d). Additionally, it passes salt spray testing (IEC 512-6, test 11f), making it suitable for harsh environments.
With a total travel of 1.6 mm (±0.3 mm) and an operating force of 5 N (±2 N), the IQP3F422 ensures precise actuation. The switch features latching action for secure operation and a flat round actuator for optional marking, providing flexibility in user interface design.
The IQP3F422 uses a flat seal design with a panel thickness of 2.20 mm (max. without flat seal: 3 mm). Its robust construction supports soldering at 320 °C for up to 3 seconds, ensuring long-term reliability in high-stress applications.
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Torque | 1.25 Nm (.92 Ft.lb) max. applied between the 2 nuts Standard |
| Panel thickness | with flat seal : 2.20 mm (.088) max. without flat seal: 3 mm (.118) max. |
| terminals | 4 A 48 VDC, 500,000 cycles |
| Insulation resistance | 1 GΩ min. at 500 VDC |
| sealing | IP54 according to IEC 60529 Shock resistance: 100 g according to IEC 512-4, test 6c Vibration resistance: 10-500Hz - 10 g according to IEC 512-4, test 6d Salt spray: IEC 512-6, test 11f |
| Operating temperature | -40 °C to +85 °C (-40 °F to 185 °F) Shock resistance: 100 g according to IEC 512-4, test 6c Vibration resistance: 10-500Hz - 10 g according to IEC 512-4, test 6d Salt spray: IEC 512-6, test 11f |
| Total travel | 1.6 mm (.062) +/- 0.3 mm Typical |
| operating force | 5 N +/- 2 N Low level or mechanical life: 200,000 cycles Soldering: 320 °C max. for 3 sec. Low level or mechanical life: 200,000 cycles Soldering: 320 °C max. for 3 sec. Soldering: 320 °C max. for 3 sec. Latching action |
| Max. current/voltage rating with resistive load | - Gold plated contacts: Code 4: 200 mA 48 VDC, 500,000 cycles Code 7: 5 A 28 VDC, 70,000 cycles - Silver contacts:Code 2: screw |
| Electrical Functions | Normally Open (NO) |
The APEMPanel Switches IQP3F422 is presented using the documented product characteristics available for this model.
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Torque | 1.25 Nm (.92 Ft.lb) max. applied between the 2 nuts Standard |
| Panel thickness | with flat seal : 2.20 mm (.088) max. without flat seal: 3 mm (.118) max. |
| terminals | 4 A 48 VDC, 500,000 cycles |
| Insulation resistance | 1 GΩ min. at 500 VDC |
| sealing | IP54 according to IEC 60529 Shock resistance: 100 g according to IEC 512-4, test 6c Vibration resistance: 10-500Hz - 10 g according to IEC 512-4, test 6d Salt spray: IEC 512-6, test 11f |
| Operating temperature | -40 °C to +85 °C (-40 °F to 185 °F) Shock resistance: 100 g according to IEC 512-4, test 6c Vibration resistance: 10-500Hz - 10 g according to IEC 512-4, test 6d Salt spray: IEC 512-6, test 11f |
| Total travel | 1.6 mm (.062) +/- 0.3 mm Typical |
| operating force | 5 N +/- 2 N Low level or mechanical life: 200,000 cycles Soldering: 320 °C max. for 3 sec. Low level or mechanical life: 200,000 cycles Soldering: 320 °C max. for 3 sec. Soldering: 320 °C max. for 3 sec. Latching action |
| Max. current/voltage rating with resistive load | - Gold plated contacts: Code 4: 200 mA 48 VDC, 500,000 cycles Code 7: 5 A 28 VDC, 70,000 cycles - Silver contacts:Code 2: screw |
| Electrical Functions | Normally Open (NO) |
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