Date: 13/10/2010

New standard size rotary switches from NKK with 6-pole configuration

NKK Switches has made available the HS16 Series of power rated, standard size rotary switches. The HS16 Series offers engineers the versatility of multiple pole configurations. HS16 Series switches are available in single pole through six pole configurations. Multiple poles are achieved by stacking decks, these devices are available in shorting (make before break) or non-shorting (break before make contacts) models.

These switches have a diameter of 65mm and 30 degree indexing. These switches are rated up to 12A @ 125V AC or 6A @ 250V AC, the HS16 Series' mechanical life is 15,000 operations minimum and electrical life is 7,500 operations minimum. The HS16 series is cULus Recognized.

Design engineers can specify the HS16 Series rotaries with knurled or D-flat shafts. Shafts are constructed of brass with nickel plating and the cases are molded in phenolic resin material. Two different size knobs constructed of phenolic resin are offered for use with the D-Flat shaft option. These knobs are black with a white indicator line for setting positions. Standard hardware provided with all devices includes hex mounting nuts, a locking ring and a split lockwasher.

Operating temperature range: -10 degrees to +70 degrees Celsius