Rocker Switch A8A Safety-considered Power Rocker Switch • Low heat radiation with a Unique leaf spring mechanism. Positive-opening mechanism incorporated. AC operated Neon lamp illumination models available. Contact gap of 3 mm minimum. Variety of color models available UL and CSA standards approved. Conforms to EN standard. RoHS Compliant Caution Refer to Precautions ■List of Models ● Non-illuminated Models 2 1 Contact Form Quantity per box 4 3 Color of cases White Black Gray White A8A-201 A8A-201-1 - Red A8A-202 A8A-202-1 A8A-202-2 Green A8A-203 A8A-203-1 A8A-203-2 Color of caps 50 Blue A8A-204 A8A-204-1 - Yellow A8A-205 A8A-205-1 - Black A8A-207 A8A-207-1 A8A-207-2 Note: Marking of Non-illuminated Models The cap of the above mentioned models is without marking. Models with marking is with suffix "-@F" such as A8A-201-F and A8A-201-1F. Models with marking is with suffix "-@D" such as A8A-201-D and A8A-201-1D. Consult your Omron sales representative for details. ● Illuminated Models 2 1 Contact Form Quantity per box 4 3 Rated voltage 100 VAC 200 to 220 VAC Color of cases White Black Gray White Black Gray Red A8A-212 A8A-212-1 A8A-212-2 A8A-222 A8A-222-1 A8A-222-2 Color of caps Green A8A-213 A8A-213-1 A8A-213-2 A8A-223 A8A-223-1 A8A-223-2 50 Orange A8A-216 A8A-216-1 A8A-216-2 A8A-226 A8A-226-1 A8A-226-2 Note: Marking of illuminated Models The cap of the above mentioned models is without marking. Models with marking is with suffix "-@A" such as A8A-212-A and A8A-212-1A. Models with marking is with suffix "-@G" such as A8A-212-G and A8A-212-1G. Consult your Omron sales representative for details. 1 A8A A8A ■Ratings ■Neon lamps Non-inductive Inductive Models Rated voltage Rated current Rated load Resistive Inductive Inductive A8A-21@-@ 100 VAC 1.5 mA Lamp load load load motor load A8A-22@-@ 200 to 220 VAC 1.5 mA 125 VAC 16A 10A 16A 16A Note: 1. Life expectancy: 15,000 Hr min. 250 VAC 16A 10A 8A 16A 2. Lamp is not exchangeable. Note: 1. The above value shows steady current. ■Approved Safety Standards 2. The inductive load has a power factor of 0.4 min (AC) and a time constant of 7 ms min (DC). UL (UL508) 3. Lamp load has an inrush current of 10 times the steady current. 16A 125 VAC, 16A 250 VAC 4. Motor load has an inrush current of 6 times the steady current. 5. The above ratings were tested under the following conditions: CSA (CSA C22.2 No.55) (1) Ambient temperature: 20±2 °C 16A 125 VAC, 16A 250 VAC (2) Ambient humidity: 65±5 %RH (3) Switching frequency: 20 times/min. VDE (EN61058-1) 16A 250 VAC ■Characteristics Permissible operating speed 1 to 500 mm/s Mechanical 30 operations / min max. Permissible operating frequency Electrical 20 operations / min max. Insulation resistance 100 MΩ min. (at 500 VDC with insulation tester) Contact resistance (initial value) 20 mΩ max. (6 to 8 VDC, 1 A, voltage drop method) Between terminals of 2.000 VAG, 50/60 Hz, for 1 min the same polarity Between terminals of 2.000 VAG, 50/60 Hz, for 1 min (See Note *) Dielectric strength the different polarity Between charged metal parts and the 4.000 VAG, 50/60 Hz, for 1 min ground terminal Vibration resistance Malfunction 10 to 55 Hz, 1.5-mm double amplitude 2 Shock resistance Malfunction 300 m/s max. Mechanical 40,000 operations min. Durability Electrical 20,000 operations min. Weight Non-illuminated: Approx 15g. Illuminated: Approx 16g. Inrush current 100A max. (100 ms max.) Ambient operating temperature - 25 to +50 °C (with no icing or condensation) Ambient operating humidity 45 to 85 %RH Degree of protection IEC IP40 Electric shock protection class Class II PTI (proof tracking index) 175 Pollution degree 2 Note: For the condition in individual standard, contact your OMRON sales representative. * Condition in the Neon lamp illuminated models are excluded. 2 A8A A8A ■Operating Circuit Non-illuminated Models Neon lamp illuminated Models Fig. A Fig. C Fig. D 2 1 Illuminated in accordance with power source Illuminated in accordance with switch-on 2 1 2 1 Correct wiring 4 3 4 3 4 3 Fig. B Fig. E 250 VAC Load Load 2 1 2 1 Incorrect wiring 4 3 4 3 Load Load 125 VAC 1. Do not apply any different voltage between the couple of terminals 1- 2, and 3- 4. Note 2. Safety standards approved for the figures A, C, and D. ■Dimensions (Unit: mm) 32±0.5 A8A 25.2 OFF mark 1.6 dia. sink 25±0.5 21.2 19.2 9.2 32±0.5 25.2 21.8±0.2 1.7±0.2 8±1 FP 20 30±1 ■Operating Characteristics Operating force (OF) max. 19.6 N {2,000 gf} 29.6±0.3 Free Position (FP) 8±1 mm 10.8 #250 Quick connect terminal (t=0.8) Operating Position (OF) 5±1 mm Note: Unless otherwise specified, a tolerance of ±0.4 mm applies to all dimensions. ■Panel Cutout +0.4 30 0 Play R +0.4 22 0 When processing the panel, be sure that the Play R is on the switch operation side. Note: Recommended panel thickness: Be sure that the Edge is on the 1.0 to 3.0 mm. reverse side of panel when processing. Edge 3 Load Load Load A8A A8A ■Optional Accessories (Sold separately) Rubber cap for high dustproof. A8A RUBBER CAP 0.5 10.5 0.5 2.2 37.2 29.2 29.2 21.8 30 Cendition the cap on Switch ■Precautions Be sure to read the Safety precautions common to all Rocker Switches for correct use. Application examples provided in this document are for reference only. In actual applications, confirm equipment functions and safety before using the product. Consult your OMRON representative before using the product under conditions which are not described in the manual or applying the product to nuclear control systems, railroad systems, aviation systems, vehicles, combustion systems, medical equipment, amusement machines, safety equipment, and other systems or equipment that may have a serious influence on lives and property if used improperly. Make sure that the ratings and performance characteristics of the product provide a margin of safety for the system or equipment, and be sure to provide the system or equipment with double safety mechanisms. Note: Do not use this document to operate the Unit. OMRON Corporation Electronic and Mechanical Components Company Contact: www.omron.com/ecb Cat. No. A201-E1-04 1014(0207)(O)