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Rotary limit switch 4

Rotary limit switch used to control and measure the

movement of industrial machines.
Its compact size makes it suitable for use in narrow
spaces.

FEATURES OPTIONS
• It consists of a gear motor that transfers movement to the • Revolution ratios from 1:15 to 1:1500, achieved by
cams through a primary input reduction stage (worm gear combining different secondary output stages.
and helical toothed gear) and one or more secondary output • Snap action switches with 1NO+1NC contacts.
stages (pairs of straight toothed gears). • It can be equipped with a cam set with maximum 6

The data and the products illustrated in this brochure may be modified without notice. Under no
• Accurate adjustment of cams by means of screws. switches.
• Positive opening NC contacts for safety functions. • Dedicated cable clamps or connectors.
• Mechanical life of switches: 1 million operations. • Available with anti-moisture plug fitted to the base by means
• IP protection degree: Base is classified IP42, IP65 or IP66, of a lock nut, to improve transpiration for the limit switch
IP67 and IP69K. while maintaining protection against water.
• NEMA protection degree: Base IP66, IP67 and IP69K is • Available with flanges, pinion gears and couplings.
classified Type 3. • Available with direct control switches to enable direct action
• Extreme temperature resistance: -40°C to +80°C. on the motor.
circumstances can their description have a contractual value.

• It features stainless steel AISI 430F transmission and gear

driving shafts, self-lubricating technopolymer gears and
driving bushes, technopolymer base and cover.
CERTIFICATIONS
• Sintered bronze bushes are moulded into the base of the
• CE marking, cURus* marking and EAC certification.
limit switch to optimize shaft rotation and prevent rubbing
• Complying with accident prevention regulation BGV C 1 (only
with plastic material.
for Germany).
• All materials and components used are wear resistant and
guarantee protection of the unit against water and dust. Use the online configurator (https://configuratore.terworld.com)
or fill in the “request form” for accurate product configuration.

* Not available on all versions.

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POSSIBLE ASSEMBLIES

IP 42 with 2 switches IP 66/IP 67/IP 69K, with 2 or 3 switches and flange

IP 66/IP 67/IP 69K, with 4 switches With anti-moisture plug

CERTIFICATIONS

2014/35/UE Low Voltage Directive

Conformity to Community Directives
2006/42/CE Machinery Directive
EN 60204-1 Safety of machinery - Electrical equipment of machines
EN 60204-32 Safety of machinery - Electrical equipment of machines - Requirements for
hoisting machines
Conformity to CE Standards EN 60947-1 Low-voltage switchgear and controlgear
EN 60947-5-1 Low-voltage switchgear and controlgear - Control circuit devices and switching
elements - Electromechanical control circuit devices
EN 60529 Degrees of protection provided by enclosures
CSA-C22.2 No 14-13 Industrial Control Equipment
Conformity to cULus Standards
UL 508 Industrial Control Equipment
BGV C 1 Regulations for the prevention of accidents BGV C 1 (only for Germany)
Version IP42 or IP65: C
Markings and homologations
Version IP 66/IP 67/IP 69K: C *

GENERAL TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Storage -40°C/+80°C
Ambient temperature
Operational -40°C/+80°C
IP 42
IP protection degree IP 65
IP 66/IP 67/IP 69K
NEMA protection degree Type 3 (version IP 66/IP 67/IP 69K)
Insulation category Class II
Maximum rotation speed 800 rpm
Cable entry Cable clamp M16
Shafts Stainless steel AISI 430F

* Not available on all versions.

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS OF THE SWITCHES FOR AUXILIARY CONTROL

Code PRSL0003XX PRSL0011XX PRSL0017XX PRSL0195XX

Utilisation category AC 15 - B300 AC 15 - C300
Rated operational voltage 250 Vac
Rated operational current 3A
Rated thermal current 5A 2.5 A 4
Rated insulation voltage 300 Vac
Mechanical life 1x106 operations
Connections 6.3 mm Faston taps Screw-type terminals Screw-type terminals 6.3 mm Faston taps
2
2x0.5mm , 2x1.5 mm ,2 2
2x0.5mm , 2x1.5 mm , 2
Wires - -
1x2.5 mm2 1x2.5 mm2
Tightening torque - 0.5 Nm 0.5 Nm -

Switch type Single break, snap action

1NO+1NC
(All NC contacts are of
Contacts 1NO+1NC 1NO+1NC 1NO+1NC
the positive opening
operation type )

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Scheme
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Markings and homologations C X C X

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS OF THE SWITCHES FOR DIRECT CONTROL

Code PRSL0455PI
Utilisation category AC 3
Rated operational current 400 Vac
Rated operational voltage 10 A
Rated thermal current 20 A
Rated insulation voltage 660 Vac
Mechanical life 1x106 operations
Connections Screw-type terminals
Wires 2x1.5 mm2, 1x2.5 mm2
Tightening torque 0.8 Nm

Switch type Two-pole

Contacts 2NC

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Scheme
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Markings and homologations C

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OVERALL DIMENSIONS (mm)

Limit switches with sets of 5 or 6 switches PRSL0003XX/PRSL0011XX/PRSL0017XX/PRSL0195XX or with sets of 2 switches PRSL0455PI are
available only with protection degree IP 66 / IP 67 / IP 69K and a special cover, or in the IP 00 version without cover. Both configurations are not
cURus certified. Overall dimensions and code numbers are available on request.
IP 42 or IP 65
* 2 PRSL0003XX/PRSL0011XX/PRSL0017XX/PRSL0195XX switches or 1 PRSL0455PI switch.
( ) 3/4 PRSL0003XX/PRSL0011XX/PRSL0017XX/PRSL0195XX switches.
4
53 72
9

5
7

38

Ø20
56

44.5
Ø20
Ø8h8
18
Ø4

70 9 9

5
106

* 84.5 (97)
21.5

12
12

18.5 51.5 35 9 89 25 45
142

IP 66 / IP 67 / IP 69K
* 2/3 PRSL0003XX/PRSL0011XX/PRSL0017XX/PRSL0195XX switches or 1 PRSL0455PI switch.
( ) 4 PRSL0003XX/PRSL0011XX/PRSL0017XX/PRSL0195XX switches.

53 72
9
5
Ø20
38

7
56

44.5
Ø20
Ø8h8
18

Ø4

9
5

9
73 106
* 89 (101.5)
21.5

12
12

18.5 51.5 35 9 89
25 45
70 142

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IP 42 or IP 65 with 12mm high flange
* 2 PRSL0003XX/PRSL0011XX/PRSL0017XX/PRSL0195XX switches or 1 PRSL0455PI switch.
( ) 3/4 PRSL0003XX/PRSL0011XX/PRSL0017XX/PRSL0195XX switches.

53 72
4
9

5
7
38
56

44.5
Ø20
Ø8h8
18

Ø4

5
9

70
* 84.5 (97)

12
* 109.5 (122)

30.5
21.5

12

12
30.5
Ø7
4

18.5 51.5 4 105 30. Ø6

5 .2
33 109
82
142

IP 66 / IP 67 / IP 69K with 12 mm high flange

* 2-3 PRSL0003XX/PRSL0011XX/PRSL0017XX/PRSL0195XX switches or 1 PRSL0455PI switch.
( ) 4 PRSL0003XX/PRSL0011XX/PRSL0017XX/PRSL0195XX switches.

53 72
9
5
38

7
56

44.5
Ø20
Ø8h8
18

Ø4
5

9 9

73
* 89 (101.5)
* 114 (126.5)

30.5
21.5

12
12

30.5

Ø7
4

12
30
Ø6

18.5 51.5 4 105 .5

.2

83.5 33 109
142

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IP 42 or IP 65 with 22 mm high flange

* 2 PRSL0003XX/PRSL0011XX/PRSL0017XX/PRSL0195XX switches or 1 PRSL0455PI switch.
( ) 3/4 PRSL0003XX/PRSL0011XX/PRSL0017XX/PRSL0195XX switches.

63 72
9

5
4 7

38
56

44.5
Ø20
Ø8h8
18
Ø4

5
9

70 * 84.5 (97)

22
* 109.5 (122)

30.5
21.5

12

12
30.5
Ø7
4

18.5 51.5 4 115 30. Ø6

5 .2
33 119
82
152

IP 66 / IP 67 / IP 69K with 22 mm high flange

* 2-3 PRSL0003XX/PRSL0011XX/PRSL0017XX/PRSL0195XX switches or 1 PRSL0455PI switch.
( ) 4 PRSL0003XX/PRSL0011XX/PRSL0017XX/PRSL0195XX switches.

63 72
9
5
38

7
56

44.5
Ø20
Ø8h8
18

Ø4
5

9 9

73
* 89 (101.5)
* 114 (126.5)

30.5
21.5

12
12

30.5

Ø7
4

22
30
Ø6

18.5 51.5 4 115 .5

.2

83.5 33 119
152

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STANDARD LIMIT SWITCHES
Standard limit switches are equipped with cams PRSL7140PI and auxiliary control switches PRSL0003XX with
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1NO+1NC contacts .

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IP 42 IP 65 IP 66 / IP 67 / IP 69K 4
Rated
revolution ratio
Real
revolution ratio
No. of cams
and switches
C C C
Code Code Code
2 PFA9142A0015001 PFA9165A0015003 PFA9067A0015001
1:15 1:15.82 3 PFA9142A0015003 PFA9165A0015004 PFA9067A0015003
4 PFA9142A0015002 PFA9165A0015005 PFA9067A0015002
2 PFA9142A0020001 PFA9165A0020001 PFA9067A0020001
1:20 1:20.37 3 PFA9142A0020003 PFA9165A0020003 PFA9067A0020003
4 PFA9142A0020002 PFA9165A0020002 PFA9067A0020002
2 PFA9142A0025001 PFA9165A0025004 PFA9067A0025001
1:25 1:25.96 3 PFA9142A0025003 PFA9165A0025005 PFA9067A0025003
4 PFA9142A0025002 PFA9165A0025006 PFA9067A0025002
2 PFA9142A0050001 PFA9165A0050002 PFA9067A0050001
1:50 1:50 3 PFA9142A0050003 PFA9165A0050003 PFA9067A0050003
4 PFA9142A0050002 PFA9165A0050004 PFA9067A0050002
2 PFA9142A0075001 PFA9165A0075001 PFA9067A0075001
1:75 1:75 3 PFA9142A0075003 PFA9165A0075003 PFA9067A0075003
4 PFA9142A0075002 PFA9165A0075002 PFA9067A0075002
2 PFA9142A0103001 PFA9165A0103001 PFA9067A0103001
1:100 1:103.57 3 PFA9142A0103003 PFA9165A0103003 PFA9067A0103003
4 PFA9142A0103002 PFA9165A0103002 PFA9067A0103002
2 PFA9142A0158001 PFA9165A0158001 PFA9067A0158001
1:150 1:158.02 3 PFA9142A0158003 PFA9165A0158003 PFA9067A0158003
4 PFA9142A0158002 PFA9165A0158002 PFA9067A0158002

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ASSEMBLY DRAWING

A1

4
A2

A3

A4
A5

A6

A7
A9
A8

A10
A11

A12

A14 A13

A15

A16

A17

A18

Refer to the following tables for descriptions of components: “Standard cam sets” and “Accessories”.

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COMPONENTS

Standard cam sets

Ref. Drawing No. and type of cams No. and type of switches Code

A5 1 cam A 1 PRSL0455PI switch PRFC0101PE 4

2 cams A 2 PRSL0003XX switches PRFC0008PEC
A6
2 cams C 2 PRSL0003XX switches PRFC0009PEC

3 cams A 3 PRSL0003XX switches PRFC0004PEC

A7
3 cams C 3 PRSL0003XX switches PRFC0006PEC

4 cams A 4 PRSL0003XX switches PRFC0202PEC

A8
4 cams C 4 PRSL0003XX switches PRFC0198PEC

Other sets with 2/3/4/5 or 6 switches PRSL0003XX/PRSL0011XX/PRSL0017XX/PRSL0195XX or with 1 or 2 switches PRSL0455PI are available
on request.

Cam reference chart

Cam Switching angle Code

A 1 point 20.5° ±0.5° PRSL7140PI

B 10 points 14.0° ±0.5° PRSL7142PI

C 60° sector 78.0° ±0.5° PRSL7141PI

E 180° sector 199.5° ±0.5° PRSL7144PI

H 335° sector 344.0° ±0.5° PRSL7143PI

Accessories

Ref. Drawing Description Code

Cover with screws PA090013

for Base IP 42 or IP 65 with 2 switches
A1
Cover with screws PA090010
per Base IP 66/IP 67/ IP 69K with 2/3 switches

Cover with screws

A2 for Base IP 42 or IP 65 or IP 66/IP 67/IP 69K with 3/4 switches PA090011

A3 Gasket for Base IP 65 PRGU1085PE

A4 Tightening rubber for Base IP 66/IP 67/IP 69K PRGU1200PE

A9 Cover holding wire + screw (bag with 10 pieces) PRSL0358PI

A10 Cable clamp M16 PRPS0062PE

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Accessories

Ref. Drawing Description Code

A11 Flexible shaft ALL1F00001

4 Standard shaft ALL1R00001

A12
Shaft for 22 mm high flange ALL1R00121

A13 Bush Ø 8 to Ø 12 for pinion gear/coupling PRTO1075PE

12 mm high flange PRTO4040PE

A14
22 mm high flange PRSL8087PI

A15 Pinion gear See pinion gear tables

A16 Coupling with pin PRSL0981PI

A17 Male coupling with pin PRSL0919PI

A18 Female coupling with pin PRSL0920PI

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Moulded pinion gears

S2
Legend
Z Number of teeth

M Module
L1
Dp Primitive diameter
ØDi
ØD2
De External diameter
4
Di Internal diameter

ØD1

ØD3
a Addendum

d Dedendum
ØDe 1x45°
Alpha Pressure angle

S S1

Code Z M Dp De Di a d S Alpha D1 D2 D3 S1 S2 L1
PRSL0971PI 8 2.50 20.00 25.00 14.15 2.50 2.93 3.93 20.00 8.00 2.50 14.00 18.00 8.00 4.00
PRSL0915PI 8 20.00 160.00 200.00 113.20 20.00 23.40 31.41 20.00 12.00 4.00 24.00 23.00 10.00 7.00
PRSL0964PI 9 2.50 22.50 27.50 16.25 2.50 3.13 3.93 20.00 8.00 2.50 13.50 18.00 8.00 4.00
PRSL0963PI 9 3.50 31.50 38.50 23.40 3.50 4.10 4.71 20.00 8.00 2.50 14.00 18.00 8.00 4.00
PRSL0892PI 9 5.00 45.00 56.00 36.00 5.50 4.50 9.19 20.00 8.00 2.50 16.00 18.00 8.00 4.00
PRSL0968PI 10 3.00 30.00 36.00 23.00 3.00 3.51 4.71 20.00 8.00 2.50 14.00 18.00 8.00 4.00
PRSL0912PI 10 12.00 120.00 144.00 92.00 12.00 14.00 18.85 20.00 12.00 4.00 25.00 23.00 10.00 7.00
PRSL0913PI 10 14.00 140.00 168.00 107.24 14.00 16.38 21.99 20.00 12.00 4.00 24.60 23.00 10.00 7.00
PRSL0914PI 10 16.00 160.00 192.00 122.67 16.00 18.67 25.13 20.00 12.00 4.00 24.00 23.00 10.00 7.00
PRSL0917PI 11 6.00 66.00 78.00 51.96 6.00 7.02 9.42 20.00 12.00 4.00 19.00 23.00 8.00 7.00
PRSL0916PI 12 5.00 60.00 70.00 48.30 5.00 5.83 7.85 20.00 12.00 4.00 20.00 23.00 8.00 7.00
PRSL0918PI 12 8.00 96.00 112.00 77.28 8.00 9.36 12.56 20.00 12.00 4.00 21.50 23.50 10.00 7.00
PRSL0911PI 12 10.00 120.00 140.00 96.67 10.00 11.67 15.71 20.00 12.00 4.00 25.00 23.50 10.00 7.00
PRSL0944PI 12 12.00 144.00 168.00 116.00 12.00 14.00 18.85 20.00 12.00 4.00 24.00 23.00 10.00 7.00

Measuring unit: mm.

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Waterjet cut pinion gears

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ØDe Legend
Z Number of teeth

M Module

13 Dp Primitive diameter
4 De External diameter

12
Di Internal diameter

6 a Addendum
7
d Dedendum

Alpha Pressure angle

ØDi

Code Z M Dp De Di a d Alpha
PRSL0857PI 8 18.00 144.00 180.00 102.00 18.00 21.00 20.00
PRSL0855PI 8 24.00 192.00 240.00 136.00 24.00 28.00 20.00
PRSL0992PI 9 10.00 90.00 110.00 66.67 10.00 11.67 20.00
PRSL0879PI 9 16.00 144.00 176.00 106.67 16.00 18.67 20.00
PRSL0854PI 9 18.00 162.00 198.00 120.00 18.00 21.00 20.00
PRSL0871PI 9 20.00 180.00 220.00 133.33 20.00 23.33 20.00
PRSL0849PI 9 24.00 216.00 264.00 160.00 24.00 28.00 20.00
PRSL0846PI 10 10.00 100.00 120.00 76.67 10.00 11.67 20.00
PRSL0993PI 10 18.00 180.00 216.00 138.00 18.00 21.00 20.00
PRSL0970PI 10 22.00 220.00 264.00 168.52 22.00 25.74 20.00
PRSL0856PI 10 24.00 240.00 288.00 18..00 24.00 28.00 20.00
PRSL0861PI 11 12.00 132.00 156.00 104.00 12.00 14.00 20.00
PRSL0998PI 11 18.00 198.00 234.00 156.00 18.00 21.00 20.00
PRSL0997PI 11 20.00 220.00 260.00 173.36 20.00 23.32 20.00
PRSL0859PI 11 24.00 264.00 312.00 204.00 24.00 30.00 20.00
PRSL0863PI 12 14.00 168.00 196.00 133.00 14.00 17.50 20.00
PRSL0897PI 12 16.00 192.00 224.00 154.67 16.00 18.67 20.00
PRSL0972PI 12 18.00 216.00 252.00 173.88 18.00 21.06 20.00
PRSL0845PI 12 20.00 240.00 280.00 193.34 20.00 23.32 20.00
PRSL0878PI 12 24.00 288.00 336.00 232.00 24.00 28.00 20.00
PRSL0860PI 13 6.00 78.00 90.00 63.00 6.00 7.50 20.00
PRSL0853PI 13 12.00 156.00 178.59 126.00 11.29 15.00 20.00
PRSL0898PI 13 16.00 208.00 240.00 170.67 16.00 18.66 20.00
PRSL0862PI 14 10.00 140.00 169.00 125.00 15.00 7.50 20.00
PRSL0896PI 14 16.00 224.00 256.00 186.67 16.00 18.67 20.00
PRSL0999PI 14 18.00 252.00 288.00 210.00 18.00 21.00 20.00
PRSL0848PI 14 20.00 280.00 320.00 233.33 20.00 23.33 20.00
PRSL0858PI 15 18.00 270.00 306.00 228.00 18.00 21.00 20.00
PRSL0847PI 16 20.00 320.00 360.00 273.33 20.00 23.33 20.00
PRSL0973PI 17 10.00 170.00 190.00 145.00 10.00 12.50 22.89
PRSL0974PI 17 14.00 238.00 266.00 203.00 14.00 17.50 22.89
PRSL0851PI 20 6.00 120.00 132.00 105.00 6.00 7.50 22.89
PRSL0844PI 25 1.00 25.00 27.00 22.50 1.00 1.25 22.89

Measuring unit: mm.

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BASE - REQUEST FORM FOR NON STANDARD LIMIT SWITCH

Instructions Version with anti-moisture plug 4

(See next page for list of components and legends)
1 Version: tick the required version.
ATTENTION: Limit switches with sets of 5/6 switches
PRSL0003XX/PRSL0011XX/ PRSL0017XX/PRSL0195XX or Cover holding wire 5
of 2 switches PRSL0455PI are available only with protection
degree IP 66 / IP 67 / IP 69K and with a special cover, or in 4
the IP 00 version without cover. These configurations are not
cURus certified.
Limit switches with switches PRSL0455PI are not EAC nor Revolution ratio 6
cURus certified.
2 Standard cam set: write the code of the cam set required. 1:15 1:75

3 Customized cam set: for non standard cam sets, fill in the 1:20 1:100
scheme choosing the cams and the switches required. In
case switch PRSL0455PI is required, it is possible to use max
two switch. 1:25 1:150
Customized cams are available on request.
1:50 1:
4 Version with anti-moisture plug: tick when the anti-moisture
plug is required.
ATTENTION: Limit switches with anti-moisture pluga are not
cURus certified. Standard shaft 7
35
5 Cover holding wire: tick when the cover holding wire is required. 7

6 Revolution ratio: tick or write the required revolution ratio.

Ø8h8
Ø4
Shaft: tick the shaft type required.
7
Customized shafts are available on request.
Flexible shaft
8 Coupling, flange, pinion gear: tick the box when coupling,
flange or pinion gear are required. 7
50

When a standard pinion gear is required, write the code number

Ø8h8

listed in the pinion gear tables in the catalogue. Ø4

When a special pinion gear is required, write the number of

teeth, the module and the primitive diameter.
Male coupling 8

Version 1 Female coupling

IP00 (without cover) C Coupling

IP42 12 mm high flange

C
22 mm high flange
IP65 C
Pinion gear
IP66 / IP67 / IP69K C
Pinion gear code

Standard cam set 2 Customized pinion gear

Cam set code No. of teeth
Module
Primitive diameter

Customized cam set 3

Remarks

6
5
4
3
2
1

Cam code Switch code

6
5
4
3
2
1

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2 Legend - Standard cam sets

No. & type of switches No. & type of cams Code

1 x PRSL0455PI 1 cam A PRFC0101PE
2 cams A PRFC0008PEC
2 x PRSL0003XX
4 2 cams C PRFC0009PEC
3 cams A PRFC0004PEC
3 x PRSL0003XX
3 cams C PRFC0006PEC
4 cams A PRFC0202PEC
4 x PRSL0003XX
4 cams C PRFC0198PEC

3 Legend - Standard cams

Cam Switching angle Code

A 1 point 20,5° ±0,5° PRSL7140PI

B 10 points 14,0° ±0,5° PRSL7142PI

C 60° sector 78,0° ±0,5° PRSL7141PI

E 180° sector 199,5° ±0,5° PRSL7144PI

H 335° sector 344,0° ±0,5° PRSL7143PI

Legend - Switches

Auxiliary control Direct control

Type of switches
PRSL0003XX PRSL0011XX PRSL0017XX PRSL0195XX PRSL0455PI

Utilisation category AC 15 - B300 AC 15 - B300 AC 15 - C300 AC 15 - C300 AC 3

Screw-type Screw-type Screw-type

Connections 6.3 mm Faston taps 6.3 mm Faston taps
terminals terminals terminals
1NO+1NC 1NO+1NC 1NO+1NC 1NO+1NC 2NC
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Contacts
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