Switch has mechanical life of 100.000 operations minimum.
Press Release Summary:
Available in SPST, SPDT, DPST, and DPDT contact configurations, RoHS compliant PRC series power rocker switches are rated 20 A at 125 Vac and 10 A at 250 Vac. Actuation force is 400-2,900 g and operating temperature range is -20 to +80°C. Unit is sealed to IP66 and features snap-in mounting to a 21.2 x 36.6 mm panel cut-out. Switch provides protection against dust and liquids, and also offers screw, solder, or quick connect terminals as well as various rocker markings.
Original Press Release:
New Rocker Switches Provide Optimum Protection Against Dust and Liquids
London - Nov. 20, 2008 - A new switch solution for applications in a humid, wet and dusty environment has recently been introduced by Tyco Electronics. New PRC series power rocker switches provide optimum protection against dust and liquids and are quick to install.
PRC series switches are sealed to IP66 and feature easy to install snap-in mounting to a 21.2x36.6mm panel cut-out. Available in SPST, SPDT, DPST and DPDT contact configurations, the new switch devices provide screw, solder or quick connect terminals as well as various rocker markings (as standard).
Fully RoHS compliant, PRC series switches are rated 20A at 125VAC and 10A at 250VAC. Mechanical life is 100.000 operations minimum. Actuation force is 400 up to 2900g and the operating temperature range is -20 up to +80 degrees Celsius.
The devices are ideal for applications such as industrial machinery, lighting (e.g. kitchen light for working place), HVAC equipment, outside power supplies, gardening tools, dry and wet vacuum cleaners, high pressure cleaners and boats.
Product Information:
Herbert Sallmaier
Tel: +43 1 90560-1528
herbert.sallmaier@tycoelectronics.com
