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Microprecision Switch Selection Guide

Microprecision Switch Selection Guide

Microprecision Switch Selection Guide

Product catalog summary
Overview: Microprecision Electronics SA and Wilbrecht Ledco Inc. are manufacturers of passive components, including microswitches, LED assemblies, indicator lights, and metal foil resistors. They serve industries such as machinery, medical, aerospace, and telecommunications, with facilities in Europe and the United States.
Product Specifications: The document provides detailed specifications for various switch models, including dimensions, mechanical life, operating temperature, operating force range, power rating, termination options, and protection standards. Key models include:
  • Basic Snap Action Switch (MP40, MP40-Z): Features precise snap action with low force, IP40 protection, and a power rating of 10A/400VAC.
  • Sealed Snap Action Switch (MP90, MP110, MP110-Z, MP100): Offers IP67 protection, various termination options, and a power rating of 10A/400VAC.
  • Limit and Security Switch (MP700, MP800): Designed for limit and security applications with IP67 and IP66 protection, respectively.
  • Sealed Miniature Switch (MP310): Features small differential travel, IP67 protection, and a power rating of 6A/250VAC.
  • Sealed Sub-Miniature Switch (MP400, MP500): Offers multiple cable/lead options, IP67 protection, and a power rating of 5A/250VAC.
Standards and Certifications: The switches comply with various standards such as EN61058, CSA C22.2, UL1054, IEC 947-5-1, EN50041, and EN50047, ensuring reliability and safety in different applications.
Key Features: The switches are designed for high mechanical life (up to 50 million operations), wide operating temperature ranges (-40°C to +130°C), and various protection levels (IP00 to IP68) to suit different environmental conditions.
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Microprecision Switch Selection Guide-1

Standard and custom passive components Microprecision manufactures for over 50 years passive components for demanding machinery, medical, aerospace and telecommunications applications. The product range covers very precise microswitches, unique multiple mount LED assemblies and indicator lights, as well as ultra-low TCR metal foil resistors. Design and engineering experience for over half a century guarantees the needed in-house expertise to resolve your custom project needs. If your application depends on it With manufacturing facilities in Europe and United States, Microprecision offers fast turn around time and close customer relationship. Contacts : Microprecision Electronics SA European Operation Rte de l’Industrie 27 CH-1896 Vouvry Switzerland Tel Fax Wilbrecht Ledco Inc. US Operation 155 Waibel Drive NE Huron, SD 57350 USA Tel Fax Wilbrecht Ledco Inc. US Sales Office 1400 Energy Park Drv #20 St. Paul, MN 55108 USA Tel Fax Switch Selection Guide

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Microprecision Switch Selection Guide-2

Switch Selection Guide Sealed Snap Action Switch Basic Snap Action Switch Sealed Snap Action Switch with Cable Precise snap action switch available with very low force Protection cover Sealed snap action switch Switch with various protections Screw lugs Protection (case) Protection (contact) Termination Power rating Screw/Soldering lugs Mechanical Life Dimensions Standards Sealed Socket with cable Limit switch with SPDT and DPDT possibility Cable / Leads Protective Terminal Cover for field wiring Cable / Leads Operating force range (N) Max operating temperature Sealed Sub-Miniature Switch Sealed...

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