MICRO SWITCH™ Basic Switches
Premium and Standard V-Series Switches
Simple or precision on/off, end of limit, presence/absence, pressure, temperature, and manual operator interface application needs. Potential uses include a variety of applications, including business equipment, valves, manually operated devices, vending machines, water heaters, appliances, and industrial controls.
Premium and Standard V-Basic Switches
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| Series | V7 | V15 | V15W Watertight |
| Amp rating | 0.1 A to 25 A | 5 A to 26 | 0.1 A, 5 A, 10 A |
| Circuitry | SPDT, SPNO, SPNC | SPDT, SPNO, SPNC | SPDT, SPNC, SPNO |
| Operating force | 0.7 oz max. to 14.6 oz max. | US: ≥100 g (16 A to 26 A); AP: 15 g to 400 g (5 A to 26 A) |
15 g, 25 g, 50 g, 100 g, 200 g |
| Terminations | quick connect, pc board, pcb straight angle left | quick connect; direct wire connection with no terminals, RAST |
preleaded; terminals: 4,8 mm x 0.8 mm or 4,8 mm x 0.5 mm |
| Actuators/Levers | pin plunger, straight, short flag, roller, sim. roller, curved tip, loop, paddle | pin plunger, straight, roller, sim. roller | pin plunger, straight, roller, sim. roller, special |
| Voltage | 125 Vac, 250 Vac, 277 Vac | 125 Vac, 250 Vac | 125 Vac, 250 Vac, 30 Vdc, 48 Vdc |
| Approvals | UL, CSA, ENEC | 125 Vac, 250 Vac | UL, cUL, ENEC, CQC |
| Operating temperature | -40 °C to 82 °C [-40 °F to 180 °F] |
-25 °C to 150 °C [-13 °F to 300 °F] |
-40 °C to 85 °C [-40 °F to 185 °F] |
| Contacts | silver, silver cadmium oxide, gold | silver cadmium oxide | silver nickel, gold-plated option |
| Housing material | PCT polyester thermoplastic | PBT polyester thermoplastic | PBT polyester thermoplastic |
| Measurements | 15,9 mm H x 10,2 mm W x 28,8 mm L [0.63 in H x 0.4 in W x 1.14 in L] |
15,9 mm H x 10,3 mm W x 27,8 mm L [0.63 in H x 0.41 in W x 1.09 in L] |
15,9 mm H x 10,3 mm W x 33 mm L [0.63 in H x 0.41 in W x 1.3 in L] |
| Features | extended mechanical and electrical life; custom engineered solutions |
broad range of electrical loads; wide temperature range; limited configuration options available |
designed for harsh-duty, wash down areas; high sealing capability with an IP67 rating (pre-leaded only) |
Further information in the catalogue “Basic, Toggle, & Rocker Switches” from Honeywell.
MICRO SWITCH™ Basic Switches
Premium/Standard Miniature & Subminiature Switches
Designed for high precision, presence and absence detection, where physical contact with an object is permissible and in simple on-and-off actions. These compact, highly reliable and rugged switches are used in potential applications including aerospace, HVAC, instrumentation, office equipment, medical/dental, valves, and vending machines.
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| Series | SM | SX | ZD |
| Type | premium | premium | standard |
| Amp rating | 0.1 A to 11 A | 1 A to 7 A | 0.1 A, 3 A |
| Circuitry | SPDT | SPDT, SPNO | SPDT |
| Operating force | 0.04 oz to 2 oz | 0.71 oz to 6 oz | 130 gf to 195 gf |
| Terminations | quick connect, solder, pcb | quick connect, solder, pcb | solder, pcb straight, pcb left angle, pcb right angle, pre-wired |
| Actuators/levers | pin plunger, straight, roller, sim. roller, paddle | pin plunger, straight, roller, sim. roller, offset flag, crossed roller |
pin plunger, straight, sim. roll |
| Voltage | 115 Vac, 125 Vac, 250 Vac, 30 Vdc | 125 Vac, 250 Vac, 28 Vdc | 125 Vac, 12 Vdc |
| Approvals | UL, CSA, ENEC, CE | UL, CSA, ENEC, CE | UL, cUL, CE, ENEC |
| Operating temperature range | -55 °C to 125 °C [-67 °F to 267 °F] |
-55 °C to 125 °C -67 °F to 267 °F] |
-40 °C to 85 °C [-40 °F to 185 °F] |
| Contacts | silver, gold | silver, gold | silver, gold-plated silver |
| Housing material | phenolic | phenolic or Valox® | PBT polyester |
| Measurements | 12,7 mm H x 6,35 mm W x 20,3 mm L [0.5 in H x 0.25 in W x 0.8 in L] |
12,7 mm H x 6,35 mm W x 20,3 mm L [0.5 in H x 0.25 in W x 0.8 in L] |
10,6 mm H x 6,35 mm W x 19,8 mm L [0.42 in H x 0.25 in W x 0.78 in L] |
| Features | extended operating life; elongated mounting holes; MIL-PRF-8805 qualified listings available |
extended operating life; elongated mounting holes; MIL-PRF-8805 qualified listings available |
low energy or power-duty electrical ratings; gold-plated or silver contacts; PBT polyester housing material |
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| Serie | ZM | ZV | ZW | ZX |
| Type | standard | standard | standard | standard |
| Amp rating | 0.1 A, 5 A, 10.1 A, 16 A | 0.1 A, 6 A, 10.1 A | 0.1 A, 5 A | 0.1 A, 3 A |
| Circuitry | SPST, SPDT, SPNO | SPDT, SPNO, SPNC | SPDT, SPNO, SPNC | SPDT |
| Operating force | 0.18 oz to 8.78 oz | 0.78 oz to 11.01 oz | 1.94 oz to 7.16 oz | 0.53 oz to 5.3 oz |
| Terminations | quick connect, solder, pcb | quick connect, solder, pcb | quick connect, solder, cable bottom/end, cable side exit |
solder, pcb snap-in, pcb left angle, pcb right angle |
| Actuators/levers | pin plunger, straight, roller, sim. roller, L-shaped |
pin plunger, straight, roller, sim. roller |
pin plunger, straight, roller, sim. roller |
pin plunger, straight, sim. roller, special |
| Voltage | 125 Vac, 250 Vac, 30 Vdc | 125 Vac/125 Vdc; 6 (2) A, 250 Vac | 125 Vac, 250 Vac | 125 Vac, 48 Vdc |
| Approvals | UL, CSA, CE | UL, cUL, ENEC, CE | UL, cUL, CE, ENEC | UL, CSA |
| Operating temperature range | -25 °C to 85 °C [-13 °F to 185 °F] |
-25 °C to 85 °C [-13 °F to 185 °F] |
-25 °C to 80 °C [-13 °F to 176 °F] |
-25 °C to 85 °C [-13 °F to 185 °F] |
| Contacts | silver, gold-plated silver, silver-tin-indium oxide |
silver, gold-plated silver, silver-tin-indium oxide |
silver, gold-plated silver | silver, gold-plated silver |
| Housing material | polyamide (nylon) | polyamide (nylon) | PBT (polyester) | polyamide (nylon) |
| Measurements | 10,6 mm H x 6,4 mm W x 19,8 mm L [0.42 in H x 0.25 in W x 0.78 in L] |
10,6 mm H x 6,4 mm W x 19,8 mm L [0.42 in H x 0.25 in W x 0.78 in L] |
9,0 mm H x 6,4 mm W x 19,8 mm L [0.36 in H x 0.25 in W x 0.78 in L] |
6,5 mm H x 5,7 mm W x 12,7 mm L [0.26 in H x 0.22 in W x 0.50 in L] |
| Features | low energy or power-duty electrical ratings; gold-plated or silver contacts |
low energy or power-duty electrical ratings; gold-plated or silver contacts |
IP67 available; low energy or power-duty electrical ratings; gold-plated or silver contacts; PBT polyester housing material |
low energy or power-duty electrical ratings; gold-plated or silver contacts; polybutylene terephthalate housing |
Further information in the catalogue “Basic, Toggle, & Rocker Switches” from Honeywell.
MICRO SWITCH™ Basic Series
Large Switches and Accessories
Often ideal for high cost-of-failure applications. Low operating force and differential travel. Current ratings from 10 A to 25 A. Designed to withstand 100K operations at full load or 10M for mechanical life. Have been used in a variety of applications including irrigation, transportation, medical/dental, valves, office equipment, presses, machine tools, and HVAC.
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| Series | BZ/BA/BM/BE | DT | MT | AC |
| Type | premium | premium | premium | special application |
| Amp rating | 15 A (BZ), 22 A (BM), 20 A (BA), 25 A (BE) | 10 A | 10 A | 5 A to 25 A |
| Circuitry | SPDT | DPDT | SPDT | SPDT |
| Operating force | 1.0 oz to 28 oz | 7.0 oz to 10.0 oz | 2.0 oz to 18 oz | — |
| Terminations | quick connect, solder, screw | screw | screw | turret-type solder, screw, flying leads |
| Actuators/levers | pin plunger, overtravel plunger, straight, roller, flexible roller leaf, flexible leaf |
pin plunger | pin plunger, straight, roller | rod |
| Voltage | 115 Vac, 125 Vac, 250 Vac | 250 Vac, 28 Vdc | 125 Vac, 125 Vdc | 125 Vac, 250 Vac, 480 Vac, 30 Vdc |
| Approvals | UL, CSA, ENEC, CE (varies by model) | UL, CSA | UL, CSA | UL, CSA |
| Operating temp. range | -55 °C to 85 °C [-67 °F to 185 °F] | -55 °C to 85 °C [-67 °F to 185 °F] | -55 °C to 82 °C [-67 °F to 180 °F] | -54 °C to 121 °C [-65 °F to 250 °F] |
| Contacts | silver, silver cadmium oxide | silver | silver | silver |
| Housing material | general purpose phenolic | general purpose phenolic | arc resistant melamine | die-cast stainless steel bracket, stainless steel or polyester rod |
| Measurements | 25,4 mm H x 17,8 mm W x 50,8 mm L [1.0 in H x 0.7 in W x 2.0 in L] |
25,4 mm H x 17,8 mm W x 50,8 mm L [1.0 in H x 0.7 in W x 2.0 in L] |
25,4 mm H x 17,8 mm W x 50,8 mm L [1.0 in H x 0.7 in W x 2.0 in L] |
varies by model |
| Features | worldwide standard “large basic” switch; low operating force and travel; extended mechanical life; momentary or maintained actions |
mounting interchangeability with BZ Series switches; permits several wiring combinations |
mounting interchangeability with BZ/BA Series switches; arcextinguishing design in contact area; arc-resistant case |
cuts power when door/drawer is opened; momentary, maintained or pull-to-cheat actuation; one or two SPDT switches |
Further information in the catalogue “Basic, Toggle, & Rocker Switches” from Honeywell.
MICRO SWITCH™ Basic Switches
Sealed Switches
Sealed switches are snap-action precision switches enclosed within a corrosion-resistant aluminum housing that seals the switch contacts from contamination. These sealed switches have often been used in aerospace, ordnance, industrial, marine, and transportation applications.
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| Series | SE/XE | HM | HS | HT Series (1HT1, 3HT1, 2HT1) |
| Type | anodized aluminum | stainless steel | stainless steel, phenolic | GENERAL INFORMATION HT switches will withstand temperatures up to +1000°F. The switching element is mounted on a ceramic base within a stainless steel enclosure.HTswitches are not classified as sealed switches. |
| Sealing | MIL-PRF-8805, symbol 3, watertight | MIL-PRF-8805, symbol 5, hermetic | MIL-PRF-8805, symbol 5, hermetic | No |
| Operationg temperature | -53 °C to 105 °C [-65 °F to 221 °F] | -65 °C to 121 °C [-85 °F to 250 °F] high temp available: 500 °F |
-54 °C to 121 °C [-65 °F to 250 °F] |
tolerance up to +1000°F (538°C) |
| Actuators/ levers | auxiliary actuators available | integral lever; aux. actuators: leaf, roller leaf, straight, roller lever | integral lever | |
| Termination | solder, leadwire | solder, leadwire | screw, leadwire | screw |
| Circuitry | SPDT | SPDT | SPDT | SPDT (Single Pole, Double Throw) |
| Contacts | silver, gold, bifurcated gold | silver, gold, bifurcated gold | silver | Designed to meet military applications |
| Amp rating | 0.5 A to 7 A | 0.5 A to 3 A | 1 A to 25 A | UL Ratings: 3 amps, 1/10 HP, 125 vac. 3 amps, 1/6 HP, 250 vac. |
| Approvals | CE, UL/CSA, MIL-PRF-8805 (selected listings) |
MIL-PRF-8805 (select listings qualified) | UL, CSA, MIL-PRF-8805 | UL recognized file # E12252, CSA |
| Measurements | SE: 19,05 mm H x 8,64 mm W x 22,35 mm L [0.75 in H x 0.34 in W x 0.88 in L] XE: 19,05 mm H x 8,13 mm W x 15,75 mm L [0.75 in H x 0.32 in W x 0.62 in L] |
12,7 mm H x 6,35 mm W x 20,3 mm L [0.5 in H x 0.25 in W x 0.8 in L] |
25,4 mm H x 17,8 mm W x 50,8 mm L [1.0 in H x 0.7 in W x 2.0 in L] | more information: Please ask us. |
| Features | watertight and military standard construction per MIL-PRF-8805; corrosion-resistant aluminum housing | hermetically sealed per MIL-PRF-8805; high temperature construction; reduced sensitivity to changes in altitude or pressure | hermetically sealed per MIL-PRF-8805; high temperature construction; reduced sensitivity to changes in altitude or pressure |
Further information in the catalogue “Basic, Toggle, & Rocker Switches” from Honeywell.
MICRO SWITCH™ Basic Switches
Sealed and Standard Toggles and Rockers
Hermetic and environmentally sealed toggle switches offer enhanced reliability with MICRO SWITCH™ technology. Can be used in a variety of applications where a panel-mount switch with an environment-proof rating is needed, including industrial equipment, military and commercial aviation, agriculture, process control, and medical.
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| Series | TW | ET | NT | TL |
| Type | miniature stainless steel toggle | magnetically held toggle | industrial-grade toggle | military-grade toggle |
| Sealing | qualified to MIL-DTL-83781 | most listings qualified to MIL-S-5594 | IP67/68; NEMA 3, 3R, 4 and 13 | qualified to MIL-DTL-3950 |
| Operationg temp. | -65 °C to 71 °C [-85 °F to 160 °F] | -65 °C to 71 °C [-85 °F to 160 °F] | -40 °C to 71 °C [-40 °F to 160 °F] | -65 °C to 71 °C [-85 °F to 160 °F] |
| Actuator/lever | standard, locking, special design, tab | standard, pull/push-to-unlock, tab | standard, locking, special design, tab | standard, special design, tab, paddle, none |
| Action | 2- or 3-position, momentary & maintained | 2- or 3-position, momentary & maintained | 2- or 3-position, momentary & maintained | 2- or 3-position, momentary & maintained |
| Mounting | bushing 15/32 in or 1/4 in | bushing 15/32 in | bushing 15/32 in | bushing 15/32 in |
| Termination | IWTS, solder, screw, quick connect, H58, T2 | screw, leadwire, turret | solder, screw, quick connect | IWTS, solder, screw, quick connect, leadwire |
| Circuitry | SPST, SPDT, DPST, DPDT | SPDT, DPDT, 4PDT | SPST, SPDT, DPST, DPDT, 4PST, 4PDT | SPST, SPDT, DPST, DPDT 3PST, 3PDT, 4PST, 4PDT |
| Contacts | silver alloy, gold-plated | silver alloy, gold-plated | silver alloy | silver alloy, gold-plated |
| Amp rating | 0.1 A to 5.0 A @ 0.5 Vdc to 28 Vdc; 0.1 A to 5.0 A @ 0.5 Vac to 115 Vac |
7 A max. (resistive) | up to 20 A (resistive) | up to 20 A (resistive) |
| Measurements | 49,78 mm H x 14,61 mm W x 14,61 mm D [1.96 in H x 0.575 in W x 0.575 in D] |
51,56 mm H x 25,4 mm W x 25,4 mm D [2.03 in H x 1.0 in W x 1.0 in D] |
26,7 mm H x 33,5 mm W x 22,6 mm D [1.05 in H x 1.32 in W x 0.89 in D] |
26,7 mm H x 33,5 mm W x 22,6 mm D [1.05 in H x 1.32 in W x 0.89 in D] |
| Approvals | UL, qualified to MIL-DTL-83781 | qualified to MIL-S-5594 | UL, CSA, CE | UL, CSA, CE, qualified to MIL-DTL-3950 |
| Features | saves space and weight; sealed bushing versions |
holding coil replaces mechanical holding mechanisms to maintain toggle in operate |
completely sealed switching chamber; enhanced tactile feedback |
environment-proof sealing; qualified to MIL-DTL-3950 |
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