Enhance your electronic systems with the reliable and high-performance VX-51-1A3 Snap Acting/Limit Switch from OMRON ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS. Designed for precise detection and switching applications, this miniature basic switch features a low operating force and high contact reliability, suitable for micro load operations and lightweight object detection.
Product Features
Wide contact load variation from micro load to 5A, ensuring versatility across applications
Internal mechanism guarantees high contact reliability even under micro load conditions
Applicable for lightweight object detection with high switching precision
RoHS compliant for environmentally conscious manufacturing
SPDT contact configuration with momentary operation
Available with solder terminals or quick connect terminals (#187)
Multiple actuator options including lever set distant from plunger, lever set close to plunger, short hinge lever, hinge lever, long hinge lever, simulated roller lever, and roller lever
Operating forces vary: 0.25N (25gf) and 0.49N (50gf), depending on model
Between terminals: 1,000 VAC; Between metal parts and ground: 1,500 VAC
Durability
Mechanical: 50 million operations; Electrical: 500,000 operations
Insulation Resistance
≥ 100 MΩ at 500 VDC
Operating Speed
Mechanical: 0.1 mm to 1 m/sec; Electrical: 60 operations/min
Vibration Resistance
10 to 55 Hz, 1.5 mm amplitude
Shock Resistance
Durability: 400 m/s²; Malfunction: 100 m/s²
Operating Temperature
-25°C to 80°C
Protection Class
IEC IP40, Class I
Dimensions & Operating Characteristics
Refer to the datasheet for detailed dimensions and operating characteristics, including pretravel, overtravel, operating position, and lever specifications. The switch features mounting holes compatible with M3 screws and various actuator options to suit diverse application needs.
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Designed for precise detection and switching applications, this miniature basic switch features a low operating force and high contact reliability, suitable for micro load operations and lightweight object detection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWide contact load variation from micro load to 5A, ensuring versatility across applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal mechanism guarantees high contact reliability even under micro load conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApplicable for lightweight object detection with high switching precision\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoHS compliant for environmentally conscious manufacturing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSPDT contact configuration with momentary operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable with solder terminals or quick connect terminals (#187)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultiple actuator options including lever set distant from plunger, lever set close to plunger, short hinge lever, hinge lever, long hinge lever, simulated roller lever, and roller lever\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperating forces vary: 0.25N (25gf) and 0.49N (50gf), depending on model\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"4\" cellspacing=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRatings\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eContact\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaximum Operating Force (OF)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel Numbers\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContact Load\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 A at 250 VAC, 0.1 A at 125 VAC\/30 VDC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.25 N (25 gf) or 0.49 N (50 gf)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVX-5-1A3, VX-01-1A3 (solder terminals); VX-5-1C23, VX-01-1C23 (quick connect)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContact Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSilver alloy (rivet), Gold alloy (crossbar)\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 metal 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\u003eInsulation Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e≥ 100 MΩ at 500 VDC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMechanical: 0.1 mm to 1 m\/sec; Electrical: 60 operations\/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\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\u003eProtection Class\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIEC IP40, Class I\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions \u0026amp; Operating Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRefer to the datasheet for detailed dimensions and operating characteristics, including pretravel, overtravel, operating position, and lever specifications. The switch features mounting holes compatible with M3 screws and various actuator options to suit diverse application needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDatasheet \u0026amp; Additional Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor detailed technical information, please refer to the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/4donline.ihs.com\/images\/VipMasterIC\/IC\/OMRN\/OMRN-S-A0001727351\/OMRN-S-A0001727351-1.pdf?hkey=82A29B72BDB3BD67C626B77C2F032848\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOMRON VX-51-1A3 Datasheet\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Metadata\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e VX-51-1A3\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 EA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eECCN:\u003c\/strong\u003e EAR99\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackage Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not specified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDatasheet URL:\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\"\u003eDownload Datasheet\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote: The datasheet was not processed; please search the internet for the part number for more details.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e"}
