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Nidec Copal 8SS Slide Switch

Nidec Copal 8SS Slide Switch

In the field of industrial electronics, the consistency of hardware settings is vital. The 8SS series provides a versatile solution for board-level configuration, offering Single Pole Double Throw (SPDT) and Double Pole Double Throw (DPDT) options. The Nidec Copal 8SS Slide Switch utilizes a twin-contact self-cleaning mechanism, which effectively removes oxidation and debris from the contact surface during every use, ensuring a reliable connection even in dusty environments.

Beyond its electrical performance, the Nidec Copal 8SS Slide Switch is designed for flexible integration. It comes with multiple terminal options, including straight, right-angle, and vertical mounting, allowing designers to optimize space according to the device’s enclosure. The switch is built using high-grade materials that provide excellent insulation resistance and mechanical durability, making it a staple component for telecommunications, medical, and automation systems that demand precision in a subminiature form factor.

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Description

The Nidec Copal 8SS Slide Switch is a premium subminiature component designed for high-reliability circuit switching in space-constrained electronic designs. Featuring a compact 2.5 mm pin pitch and a twin-contact mechanism, this switch ensures stable electrical performance and high contact pressure for long-term operational integrity.

The Nidec Copal 8SS Series is a line of sub-miniature slide switches known for their high current capacity relative to their small size. They are widely used in industrial equipment, telecommunications, and consumer electronics where space is at a premium but reliability is required.

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Specifications

  • Circuit: SPDT / DPDT / 4PDT
  • Number of Positions: 2 or 3 positions
  • Contact Rating (Switching): 100 mA, 12 VDC
  • Contact Rating (Non-switching): 100 mA, 50 VDC
  • Contact Resistance: 20 mΩ maximum
  • Insulation Resistance: 100 MΩ minimum (500 VDC)
  • Dielectric Strength: 500 VAC, 1 minute
  • Mechanical Life: 10,000 cycles
  • Terminal Pitch: 2.5 mm

Features

  • High-Reliability Twin Contacts: Features a specialized contact mechanism that ensures stable electrical connection and high contact pressure.
  • Subminiature Footprint: Compact design with a 2.5 mm pitch, perfect for high-density printed circuit boards.
  • Versatile Mounting Options: Available in multiple terminal configurations to support various PCB orientation and design requirements.
  • Extended Operational Life: Rated for 10,000 mechanical cycles to provide long-lasting service in the field.
  • Non-Shorting Switching: Engineered with precise timing to prevent temporary circuit overlaps during transitions.
  • Self-Cleaning Mechanism: Wiping action of the contacts helps maintain low resistance and prevents oxidation.

Applications

  • Industrial Instrumentation: Used for setting device parameters and hardware logic in PLC systems and sensors.
  • Telecommunications Infrastructure: Ideal for internal mode selection and configuration overrides in networking modules.
  • Medical Diagnostic Equipment: Signal routing and functional switching in compact portable medical tools.
  • Security and Surveillance: Hardware-level coding and function selection for alarm panels and controllers.
  • Audio and Video Gear: Precision signal path management in modular broadcast and media processing hardware.

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