The OMRON VX-5-1A2 is a high-reliability miniature basic switch designed for precise detection and control applications. It features a low operating force and high contact reliability, making it suitable for lightweight object detection and micro load operations.
Between terminals: 1,000 VAC; Between current-carrying parts and ground: 1,500 VAC
Durability
Mechanical: 50 million operations; Electrical: 500,000 operations
Operating Speed
0.1 mm to 1 m/s (pin plunger models)
Operating Frequency
Mechanical: 600 ops/min; Electrical: 60 ops/min
Vibration Resistance
10 to 55 Hz, 1.5 mm amplitude
Shock Resistance
Durability: 400 m/s²; Malfunction: 100 m/s²
Degree of Protection
IEC IP40
Operating Temperature
-25°C to 80°C
Weight
Approx. 6.2 g (pin plunger models)
Dimensions & Operating Characteristics
Refer to the datasheet for detailed dimensions and operating characteristics, including various actuator types such as lever, hinge lever, simulated roller lever, and long hinge lever, with operating forces ranging from 0.12 N to 0.59 N.
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It features a low operating force and high contact reliability, making it suitable for lightweight object detection and micro load operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e VX-5-1A2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e OMRON ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e JP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUOM:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each (EA)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eECCN:\u003c\/strong\u003e EAR99\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoHS Compliant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackage Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solder terminals \/ Quick Connect Terminal (#187)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDatasheet:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/4donline.ihs.com\/images\/VipMasterIC\/IC\/OMRN\/OMRN-S-A0001727351\/OMRN-S-A0001727351-1.pdf?hkey=82A29B72BDB3BD67C626B77C2F032848\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eDownload Datasheet\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWide variation in switching current from micro load to 5A, identical in shape to the V-series Miniature Basic Switch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal mechanism ensures high contact reliability even under micro load conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApplicable for lightweight object detection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoHS compliant for environmentally conscious applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRatings\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eContact Form\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTerminals\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaximum Operating Force (OF)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 A (Resistive load)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSPDT, SPST-NC, SPST-NO\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolder terminals \/ Quick Connect Terminal (#187)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.25 N (25 gf) for pin plungers \/ 0.49 N (50 gf) for other models\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRatings\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRated Voltage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eInrush Current\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMinimum Load\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVX-5 models\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e250 VAC \/ 5 A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVX-01 models\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e125 VAC \/ 30 VDC, 0.1 A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 A max. (NC and NO)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 VDC \/ 160 mA (micro load)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eElectrical and Mechanical Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eItem\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContact Resistance (Initial)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 mΩ max. (Rivet contact), 50 mΩ max. (Crossbar contact)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInsulation Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 MΩ min. at 500 VDC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDielectric Strength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBetween terminals: 1,000 VAC; Between current-carrying parts and ground: 1,500 VAC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDurability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMechanical: 50 million operations; Electrical: 500,000 operations\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.1 mm to 1 m\/s (pin plunger models)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Frequency\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMechanical: 600 ops\/min; Electrical: 60 ops\/min\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVibration Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 to 55 Hz, 1.5 mm amplitude\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShock Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDurability: 400 m\/s²; Malfunction: 100 m\/s²\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDegree of Protection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIEC IP40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-25°C to 80°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 6.2 g (pin plunger models)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions \u0026amp; Operating Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRefer to the datasheet for detailed dimensions and operating characteristics, including various actuator types such as lever, hinge lever, simulated roller lever, and long hinge lever, with operating forces ranging from 0.12 N to 0.59 N.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNote\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe datasheet was not processed; please search the internet for the part number \u003cstrong\u003eVX-5-1A2\u003c\/strong\u003e for more details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e"}
