How does a micro switch differ from a standard switch ?

Micro switches, also known as snap-action switches, differ from standard switches in their design and functionality. Micro switches are compact, have a sensitive actuation point, and provide quick and precise electrical control. They use a spring-loaded mechanism that ensures a rapid change in the switch's state when the actuator is triggered, making them ideal for applications requiring precision and reliability. Standard switches, on the other hand, are generally bulkier, have a less defined actuation point, and may not provide the same level of precision.

What are the frequent issues associated with micro switches ?

Common issues with micro switches include wear and tear of the internal contacts over time, leading to malfunction. Dust, debris, or moisture can also affect their performance. Additionally, improper installation or exceeding their rated electrical or mechanical limits can lead to problems. Regular maintenance and proper usage can help mitigate these issues.

Can we equate micro switches to limit switches ?

While micro switches and limit switches share similarities in their function to control electrical circuits based on physical inputs, they are not interchangeable. Micro switches are a type of switch, whereas limit switches are a broader category that includes various switch types, including micro switches. Limit switches are often used to define the limits of motion in a machine or to trigger specific actions when an object reaches a certain position.

How long do micro switches typically last?

The lifespan of a micro switch depends on factors such as usage, environmental conditions, and quality. On average, micro switches can last for hundreds of thousands or even millions of cycles when used within their specified parameters. Regular maintenance and proper care can extend their lifespan.

Are micro switches sensitive to environmental conditions?

Micro switches can be sensitive to extreme environmental conditions such as high humidity, temperature variations, or exposure to corrosive materials. It's important to choose micro switches designed for the specific environmental conditions of your application. Sealed or protected micro switches are available for harsh environments to enhance their durability and performance.

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Micro Switches（Contact Type：Single Pole Normally Open）

Micro Switches are vital tools in the factory automation, designed to assist engineers in creating efficient systems. They're like the sensing equipment of machines, helping them react to changes in their conditions. These switches come in different shapes: plunger type, lever shape (push), and rod shape. Their function is to sense the changes and then initiate actions. Think of a plunger-type switch as a button – when you press it, it signals something to happen. Similarly, the lever-shaped switch is like a doorbell – pressing the lever activates a response. The rod-shaped switch works when its rod is moved. There are different types, such as single pole double throw, double pole double throw, single pole normally closed, and single pole normally open. These names might sound complex, but they simply describe how the switch behaves. Single pole means one pathway for electricity, and double pole means two path for electricity,. Normally open (NO) implies the switch is off (open circuit) until triggered, while normally closed (NC) indicates it's on (Close circuit) until triggered. In essence, Micro Switches play a significant role in factory automation, enabling machines to respond accurately to various scenarios.

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Small Basic Switch [V]

OMRON

[Features]· A small basic switch designed specifically for reliability and safety.· Omron's best-selling microswitch, available in variations from 10A to 21A.· Possible to use in applications such as breaking of current at the time of opening and closing the door.· Two types of cases; thermoplastic and thermosetting case· Compliant to various requests such as heat resistant and tracking resistant.

CAD ：: 2D / 3D

Detector Shape	Rated Operating Voltage(V)	DC rated operating voltage(V)	Lever Shape Type	Plunger Shape Type	Rod Shape Type	Body Material	Force Required for Push Side O.F.(N)	Contact Type
Plunger Type / Lever Shape (Push)	250	125 / 250	Hinge Lever	Top Plunger	-	Resin	~2	Single Pole Normally Open

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Ultra Small Basic Switch [SS]

OMRON

[Features]· Best-selling switch from Omron (high durability of 30,000,000 times).· Ultra compact basic switch with thoroughly investigated reliability and safety.· Best-selling micro switch of Omron with abundant variations from 0.1 A to 10.1 A.· According to the operating force specification, abundant series according to the application from low operation load to high operation load.· A high durability of 30,000,000 times by using stable two spring division structure

Detector Shape	Rated Operating Voltage(V)	DC rated operating voltage(V)	Lever Shape Type	Plunger Shape Type	Rod Shape Type	Body Material	Force Required for Push Side O.F.(N)	Contact Type
Lever Shape (Push)	125	30	Hinge Lever	-	-	Resin	~2	Single Pole Normally Open

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Miniature Basic Switch [VX]

OMRON

To detect light weight objects[Features]· Independent internal mechanism assures the high contact power even in load operation.· It can be used in applications such as detection of light weight objects

CAD ：: 2D / 3D

Detector Shape	Rated Operating Voltage(V)	DC rated operating voltage(V)	Lever Shape Type	Plunger Shape Type	Rod Shape Type	Body Material	Force Required for Push Side O.F.(N)	Contact Type
Lever Shape (Push)	250	30	Hinge Lever	-	-	Resin	~1	Single Pole Normally Open

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Door Switch [1ZAP2 / 1VAP2]

OMRON

[Features]· Long service type door switch by using micro switch.· It is helpful for safety, to prevent accidents by fitting it to the opening and closing part such as door of electrical equipment, machines and devices beforehand.· Basic switch is used in built-in switch and hence large opening and closing capacity with long service life

CAD ：: 2D

Detector Shape	Rated Operating Voltage(V)	DC rated operating voltage(V)	Lever Shape Type	Plunger Shape Type	Rod Shape Type	Body Material	Force Required for Push Side O.F.(N)	Contact Type
Lever Shape (Push)	125 / 250	-	-	-	-	-	More than 10	Single Pole Normally Open

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Sealed Type Small-Sized Basic Switch [D2VW]

OMRON

[Features]· Seal type (IP67 compliant: except terminal part) compact basic size· Ensures stable sealing due to usage of epoxy resin· Possible to use at watery places and dusty places.· For internal structure, proven V type series structure is used and hence high precision and high durability is achieved.· Fitting similar to V type.· Compliant to the applications requiring environmental resistance such as automobiles, agricultural machinery, large appliances, and business equipment

Detector Shape	Rated Operating Voltage(V)	DC rated operating voltage(V)	Lever Shape Type	Plunger Shape Type	Rod Shape Type	Body Material	Force Required for Push Side O.F.(N)	Contact Type
Lever Shape (Push)	250	30	Hinge Lever	-	-	-	~2 ～ ~3	Single Pole Normally Open

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Sealed Super-Ultra-Small Basic Switch [D2JW]

OMRON

Ultra compact seal type.[Features]· Protection structure is JIS immersion type IEC IP67 compatible; (terminal parts not included).· Peripheral temperature of -40 to +85°C can be used.· High durability, high contact durability due to gold alloy cross bar contact and coil spring.

CAD ：: 2D / 3D

Detector Shape	Rated Operating Voltage(V)	DC rated operating voltage(V)	Lever Shape Type	Plunger Shape Type	Rod Shape Type	Body Material	Force Required for Push Side O.F.(N)	Contact Type
Lever Shape (Push)	-	30	Hinge Lever	-	-	-	~3	Single Pole Normally Open

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Ultra-Small Basic Switch [D3M]

OMRON

[Features]· Crimp connector saves wire, contribute to save man-hours· Possible to save wire by crimp connector.· Saves space by side drawing of terminal.· 2-way fitting in case of actuator.· Expanded fitting flexibility of switch.· Fitting pitch same as SS type compact basic switch

CAD ：: 2D / 3D

Detector Shape	Rated Operating Voltage(V)	DC rated operating voltage(V)	Lever Shape Type	Plunger Shape Type	Rod Shape Type	Body Material	Force Required for Push Side O.F.(N)	Contact Type
Plunger Type / Lever Shape (Push)	-	30	Hinge Lever	Top Plunger	-	Resin	~1 ～ ~2	Single Pole Normally Open

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Power Supply Switch for Door [D2D]

OMRON

Power supply switch for door with contact gap of 3 mm or more

CAD ：: 2D / 3D

Detector Shape	Rated Operating Voltage(V)	DC rated operating voltage(V)	Lever Shape Type	Plunger Shape Type	Rod Shape Type	Body Material	Force Required for Push Side O.F.(N)	Contact Type
Plunger Type / Others	250	-	-	Top Plunger	-	-	~3	Single Pole Normally Open

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Sealed Type Ultra-Small Basic Switch [D2SW]

OMRON

[Features]· Seal type (IP67 compliant: except terminal part) with ultra compact size.· Stable sealing is ensured by using epoxy resin.· Possible to use at watery places and dusty places.· Compliant to the applications requiring environmental resistance such as automobiles, automatic vending machine, refrigerator, ice-maker, bathroom equipment, water heater, air-conditioner, and industrial machinery.· Also supports UL, CSA, VDE acquired safety standard products

CAD ：: 2D / 3D

Detector Shape	Rated Operating Voltage(V)	DC rated operating voltage(V)	Lever Shape Type	Plunger Shape Type	Rod Shape Type	Body Material	Force Required for Push Side O.F.(N)	Contact Type
Plunger Type / Lever Shape (Push)	125	30	Hinge Lever	Top Plunger	-	-	~1 ～ ~2	Single Pole Normally Open

From: 122,213 VND
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Sealed Ultra Subminiature Basic Switch [D2HW]

OMRON

[Features]· Long stroke type enabling ON/OFF securely by using industry's smallest size.· Contribute to compact mechanism product with conventional volume ratio of 78% in case of body dimensions.· Long stroke specification easy to use also without lever (OT reference place: 1.4 mm).· Eliminates substances harmful to environment and lead wire type is also lead-free.

CAD ：: 2D / 3D

Detector Shape	Rated Operating Voltage(V)	DC rated operating voltage(V)	Lever Shape Type	Plunger Shape Type	Rod Shape Type	Body Material	Force Required for Push Side O.F.(N)	Contact Type
Plunger Type / Lever Shape (Push)	125	12 / 24 / 42	Hinge Lever / Leaf	Top Plunger	-	-	~1	Single Pole Normally Open

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M4 Mounting Seal Type Basic Switch [D2FW-G]

OMRON

It can be fitted by 1 screw. A seal type also suitable in bad environment

CAD ：: 2D / 3D

Detector Shape	Rated Operating Voltage(V)	DC rated operating voltage(V)	Lever Shape Type	Plunger Shape Type	Rod Shape Type	Body Material	Force Required for Push Side O.F.(N)	Contact Type
Lever Shape (Push)	-	30	Leaf	-	-	-	~3	Single Pole Normally Open

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Small Basic Switch [D2RV]

OMRON

[Features]· High reliability in very small load regions in bad atmosphere (such as dust particles, high temperature, silicon gas).· Uses reed switch within a switch.· High contact reliability in very small load regions.· Fitting pitch same as V type compact basic switch· High durability with bounce time of 1ms or less

CAD ：: 2D / 3D

Detector Shape	Rated Operating Voltage(V)	DC rated operating voltage(V)	Lever Shape Type	Plunger Shape Type	Rod Shape Type	Body Material	Force Required for Push Side O.F.(N)	Contact Type
Lever Shape (Push)	-	100	Hinge Lever	-	-	Resin	~1	Single Pole Normally Open

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Small Door Switch [D3D]

OMRON

[Features]· Terminal for crimp connector to save wire.· Plunger type and lever type are available in case of 9 mm long stroke (plunger type) actuator.· Crimp connector saves wire, contribute to save man-hours· Switch fitting is one touch snap fit type.· Long stroke with unique structure is achieved

CAD ：: 2D / 3D

Detector Shape	Rated Operating Voltage(V)	DC rated operating voltage(V)	Lever Shape Type	Plunger Shape Type	Rod Shape Type	Body Material	Force Required for Push Side O.F.(N)	Contact Type
Plunger Type	125 / 250	30	-	Top Plunger	-	-	~1 ～ ~2	Single Pole Normally Open

From: 36,170 VND
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Product SeriesDòng sản phẩm	Small Basic Switch [V]	Ultra Small Basic Switch [SS]	Miniature Basic Switch [VX]	Door Switch [1ZAP2 / 1VAP2]	Sealed Type Small-Sized Basic Switch [D2VW]	Sealed Super-Ultra-Small Basic Switch [D2JW]	Ultra-Small Basic Switch [D3M]	Power Supply Switch for Door [D2D]	Sealed Type Ultra-Small Basic Switch [D2SW]	Sealed Ultra Subminiature Basic Switch [D2HW]	M4 Mounting Seal Type Basic Switch [D2FW-G]	Small Basic Switch [D2RV]	Small Door Switch [D3D]
CADCAD	2D / 3D		2D / 3D	2D		2D / 3D	2D / 3D	2D / 3D	2D / 3D	2D / 3D	2D / 3D	2D / 3D	2D / 3D
From	95,300 VND	49,730 VND	72,810 VND	438,357 VND	113,566 VND	163,546 VND	44,670 VND	91,054 VND	122,213 VND	70,080 VND	116,800 VND	125,630 VND	36,170 VND
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Rated Operating Voltage(V)	250	125	250	125 / 250	250	-	-	250	125	125	-	-	125 / 250
DC rated operating voltage(V)	125 / 250	30	30	-	30	30	30	-	30	12 / 24 / 42	30	100	30
Lever Shape Type	Hinge Lever	Hinge Lever	Hinge Lever	-	Hinge Lever	Hinge Lever	Hinge Lever	-	Hinge Lever	Hinge Lever / Leaf	Leaf	Hinge Lever	-
Plunger Shape Type	Top Plunger	-	-	-	-	-	Top Plunger	Top Plunger	Top Plunger	Top Plunger	-	-	Top Plunger
Rod Shape Type	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Body Material	Resin	Resin	Resin	-	-	-	Resin	-	-	-	-	Resin	-
Force Required for Push Side O.F.(N)	~2	~2	~1	More than 10	~2 ～ ~3	~3	~1 ～ ~2	~3	~1 ～ ~2	~1	~3	~1	~1 ～ ~2
Contact Type	Single Pole Normally Open	Single Pole Normally Open	Single Pole Normally Open	Single Pole Normally Open	Single Pole Normally Open	Single Pole Normally Open	Single Pole Normally Open	Single Pole Normally Open	Single Pole Normally Open	Single Pole Normally Open	Single Pole Normally Open	Single Pole Normally Open	Single Pole Normally Open

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- 100
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- Single Pole Normally Open
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FAQ Micro Switches

Question: How does a micro switch differ from a standard switch ?: Answer: Micro switches, also known as snap-action switches, differ from standard switches in their design and functionality. Micro switches are compact, have a sensitive actuation point, and provide quick and precise electrical control. They use a spring-loaded mechanism that ensures a rapid change in the switch's state when the actuator is triggered, making them ideal for applications requiring precision and reliability. Standard switches, on the other hand, are generally bulkier, have a less defined actuation point, and may not provide the same level of precision.
Question: What are the frequent issues associated with micro switches ?: Answer: Common issues with micro switches include wear and tear of the internal contacts over time, leading to malfunction. Dust, debris, or moisture can also affect their performance. Additionally, improper installation or exceeding their rated electrical or mechanical limits can lead to problems. Regular maintenance and proper usage can help mitigate these issues.
Question: Can we equate micro switches to limit switches ?: Answer: While micro switches and limit switches share similarities in their function to control electrical circuits based on physical inputs, they are not interchangeable. Micro switches are a type of switch, whereas limit switches are a broader category that includes various switch types, including micro switches. Limit switches are often used to define the limits of motion in a machine or to trigger specific actions when an object reaches a certain position.
Question: How long do micro switches typically last?: Answer: The lifespan of a micro switch depends on factors such as usage, environmental conditions, and quality. On average, micro switches can last for hundreds of thousands or even millions of cycles when used within their specified parameters. Regular maintenance and proper care can extend their lifespan.
Question: Are micro switches sensitive to environmental conditions?: Answer: Micro switches can be sensitive to extreme environmental conditions such as high humidity, temperature variations, or exposure to corrosive materials. It's important to choose micro switches designed for the specific environmental conditions of your application. Sealed or protected micro switches are available for harsh environments to enhance their durability and performance.

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