VX
Miniature Basic Switch
Contact Specifications
Characteristics
Item
Model
VX-5 models
Rivet
VX-01 models
Crossbar
Item
Model
VX-5 models
VX-01 models
Specification
Material
Permissible operating speed
0.1 mm to 1 m/s (for pin plunger models)
600 operations/min (for pin plunger models)
60 operations/min
Contact
Silver alloy
Gold alloy
Permissible
operating
frequency
Mechanical
Electrical
Gap (standard value)
0.5 mm
NC
NO
15 A max.
-
-
-
Inrush
current
Insulation resistance
100 M
Ω
min. (at 500 VDC with insulation tester)
max. 50 m max.
Contact resistance (initial value)
30 m
Ω
Ω
Minimum applicable load
(reference value) *
Between terminals of the
same polarity
5 VDC 160 mA
5 VDC 1 mA
1,000 VAC 50/60 Hz for 1 min
1,500 VAC 50/60 Hz for 1 min
*
Please refer to "Using Micro Loads" in "●Precautions" for more
information on the minimum applicable load.
V
X
Betweencurrent-carrying
Dielectric
metal parts and ground
strength *1
Between terminals and
non-current-carrying
metal parts
Ratings
1,500 VAC 50/60 Hz for 1 min
Item
Vibration
Malfunction
resistance *2
10 to 55 Hz, 1.5 mm double amplitude
Resistive load
Model
Rated voltage
250 VAC
Durability
Shock
400 m/s2 {approx. 40G} max.
100 m/s2 {approx. 10G} max.
VX-5 models
5 A
resistance
Malfunction *2
125 VAC
0.1 A
0.1 A
VX-01 models
50,000,000 operations min. 10,000,000 operations min.
30 VDC
Mechanical
(60 operations/min)
500,000 operations min. 1,000,000 operations min.
(30 operations/min) (30 operations/min)
IEC IP40
(60 operations/min)
Durability *3
Note. The above rating values apply under the following test conditions.
(1) Ambient temperature: 20 2°C
Electrical
(2) Ambient humidity: 65 5%
(3) Operating frequency: 30 operations/min
Degree of protection
Degree of protection against electric
shock
Class I
Approved Safety Standards
Proof tracking index (PTI)
175
UL (UL1054)/CSA (CSA C22.2 No.55)
-25°C to
+
80°C (at ambient humidity of
Ambient operating temperature
Ratedvoltage
Model
VX-5
VX-01
60% max.) (with no icing or condensation)
85% max. (for 5 to 35°C)
Approx. 6.2 g (pin plunger models)
125 VAC
250 V
5 A
5 A
0.1 A
-
Ambient operating humidity
Weight
+
+
30 VDC
-
0.1 A
Note. The data given above are initial values.
*1. The values for dielectric strength shown are for models with a Separator
(refer to "Micro Switch Common Accessories").
VDE (EN61058-1)
*2. For the pin plunger models, the above values apply for use at the free
position and total travel position. For the lever models, they apply at the
total travel position. Close or open circuit of the contact is 1 ms max.
*3. For testing conditions, consult your OMRON sales representative.
Rated voltage
250VAC
125VAC
Model
VX-5
5 A
VX-01
-
5 A
0.1 A
Testing conditions: 5E4 (50,000 operations) T105 (0 to 105°C)
Terminals/Appearances (Unit: mm)
Mounting Holes (Unit: mm)
Solder terminals
Quick Connect Terminal (#187)
2-3.1 dia. mounting holes
or M3 screw holes
(5.5)
(6.5)
(5.5)
(6.5)
0.1
10.3
2.9
2.9
0.1
(10)
3-Solder terminals
22.2
(10)
t=0.5
t=0.5
3-Quick Connect Terminal (#187)
6.35
3.2*
6.35
3.2
0.1
4.75
0.1
4.75
2.4 dia. 1.6 dia.
1.6 dia. terminal holes
* This indicates the length to the center of
1.6 dia. hole.
Note. The above is for the SPDT contact specifications.
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