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K5 Sealed

K5 Sealed

K5 Sealed

Product catalog summary
Overview: The OTTO K5 series is a line of sealed, illuminated rocker switches designed for use in demanding environments such as appliances, marine, and off-road vehicles. These switches are known for their durability and compliance with various industry standards.
Specifications: The K5 series switches are available with LED, incandescent, and neon illumination options. They can handle electrical loads up to 20 amps resistive or 15 amps inductive, with a mechanical life expectancy of 100,000 cycles. The switches are sealed to IP68S standards, making them suitable for wet and dusty environments. Operating temperature ranges from -40°C to +85°C.
Features: Key features include snap-in panel mounting, optional panel seal gasket, and a variety of lighting options. The switches offer multiple circuit configurations, including SPST, SPDT, SPTT, DPST, and DPDT. Custom colors and value-added assemblies with wire leads are available upon request.
Materials: The switch case and button are made from thermoplastic, while the terminals and contacts are composed of brass and silver alloy with silver plating. Gold flash is used for low-level contacts.
Options: The K5 series offers various base options, rocker colors, and styles, as well as different switch actions and circuit configurations. Lighting options include different voltages for incandescent, neon, and LED sources. The switches can be customized with legends and lens colors.
Installation and Accessories: The switches are designed for easy installation with quick connect terminals. Optional accessories include a panel seal gasket and connectors with or without latches.
Recommendations: For optimal performance, it is recommended to use clear lenses with green LEDs to maximize light intensity. Special order options are available for ultra-bright green LEDs with translucent white lenses.
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SEALED, ILLUMINATED ROCKER SWITCHES K5 104 OTTO Full Line Catalog Specifications Subject To Change Without Notice SEALED ROCKERS ATTRACTIVE & RUGGED FOR WET & DUSTY ENVIRONMENTS The OTTO K5 series is a quality, precision switch designed to comply with standards established for appliance, marine (ignition protection) and off-road vehicles along with other demanding applications where rugged rocker switches are required. K5 series sealed rocker switches snap into industry-standard panel cutouts. Choose illuminated and printed legends, thru-panel drain option and switching compatibility from low level up to 20 amps. The K5 series offers a choice of LED, incandescent and neon illumination. Legends can be stamped onto a non-illuminated button, stamped onto an illuminated lens or laser etched into the lens and backlit. Available in standard and low level contact ratings, the K5 rockers will fit a wide range of applications. Expect a minimum of 25,000 cycles at a full rated load of 20 amps resistive or 15 amps inductive. 100,000 cycles mechanical. A full complement of switch operation is available including momentary and maintained action in 2 or 3-position switches in SPST, SPDT, SPTT, DPST and DPDT circuit arrangements. OTTO can provide custom colors upon request. Value-added assemblies with wire leads are also available. Please consult the factory for assistance. Features: • Sealed watertight per IP68S • Snap-in panel mounting into industry standard panel cutout • Optional panel seal gasket • LED, neon & incandescent lighting • 0.250" Quick Connect terminals • Optional one-piece connector • Optional terminal barriers • Low level up to 20 amp switch • Configurable Single Pole Triple Throw (SPTT) with external jumpers • Soft Touch rocker style available • RoHS & WEEE compliant Standard Characteristics/Ratings: ELECTRICAL RATINGS: Load Sea Level Sea Level @ 28VDC, 60/400Hz @ 115VAC, 60/400Hz Resistive 20A 16A Inductive 15A 15A Lamp 5A 5A Motor 0.5HP @ 110VAC DWV 1050Vrms except across light terminals Low Level 10mA @ 30mV Electrical Life: 25,000 cycles LIGHTING: Light Source Rating Incandescent (VDC) 6V, 12V, 24V Neon (VAC) 125V, 250V LED (VDC) 2V, 6V, 12V, 24V Mechanical Life: 100,000 cycles Seal: IP68S Operating Temp Range: -40°C to +85°C MATERIALS: Case: Thermoplastic Button: Thermoplastic Terminals/Contact: Brass, silver alloy with silver plate, gold flash for low level Terminal Hardware: K5 series recommended Quick Connect terminals: AMP 60253-2 for 12-16 AWG AMP 42100-2 for 14-18 AWG Mounting Hardware: None provided Raised Bars Shown

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SEALED, ILLUMINATED ROCKER SWITCHES K5 Specifications Subject To Change Without Notice www.ottoexcellence.com 105 ROCKER SWITCHES SEALED ROCKERS SNAP-IN PANEL MOUNTING Standard Legends Per SAE Specifications For legends not shown, please consult an OTTO representative.

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SEALED, ILLUMINATED ROCKER SWITCHES 106 OTTO Full Line Catalog Specifications Subject To Change Without Notice K5 SEALED ROCKERS SNAP-IN PANEL MOUNTING Base Options Rocker Color*/Style Rocker Features Switch Action/Circuit Light Source Type Light Circuit A. With Keying Pin Only Standard Rating Silver Plate B.Without Barriers or Pin Standard Rating Silver Plate C.With Terminal Barriers Only Standard Rating Silver Plate D.With Keying Pin Only Low Level Rating Gold Plate E.Without Barriers or Pin Low Level Rating Gold Plate F.With Terminal Barriers Only Low Level Rating Gold Plate G.With Keying...

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SEALED, ILLUMINATED ROCKER SWITCHES Specifications Subject To Change Without Notice www.ottoexcellence.com 107 ROCKER SWITCHES K5 SEALED ROCKERS ATTRACTIVE & RUGGED FOR WET & DUSTY ENVIRONMENTS Lens Color Legend Style Legend Color Legend Orientation Position “A” Position “C” 1. Transparent Red 1. Transparent Red 2. Transparent Green 2. Transparent Green 3. Transparent Amber 3. Transparent Amber 4. Clear 4. Clear 5. Translucent White 5. Translucent White Z. No Lens Z. No Lens Position “A” Position “C” ZZ. No Legend ZZ. No Legend Position “A” Position “C” 1. Red 1. Red 2. Black 2. Black 9. White...

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