L-Series Sealed Rocker Switches Carling Technologies L-Series Sealed Rocker Switches Making the right connections has never been easier with the L-Series Rocker Switch from Carling Technologies. Not only does this innovative switch offer total design flexibility, it has set new standards for both performance and reliability. Its IP67 certified, and able to withstand temperatures from -40C to +85C. Features include countless switch and lamp circuit combinations, LED illuminated lenses or laser etched rockers, as well as hundreds of legend choices and several accessories. Integrates easily Eliminates need into your system for retooling You can choose from a Neatly proportioned, our L- variety of termination Series fits into industry options, including .250 TAB standard mounting holes of QC & .187 TAB QC. 1.734 x .867 and 44.0mm x 22.0mm. Withstands Ensures greater extreme shock protection temperatures Welded lamp connection Roller pin mechanism elimi- and one-piece internal, nates need for lubricants, jumperless terminal with- so it can withstand from - stand extreme shock and 40C to +85C. vibration. Maximizes your design flexibility Twelve terminals offer you an extensive range of switch and lamp circuit options, including LED or incandescent illumination. www.carlingtech.com 60L-Series Sealed Rocker Switches Carling Technologies Electrical Environmental Environmental . . . . . . . . . IP67, representing an index of Contact Rating . . . . . . . . .4VA 24VDC (MAX) resistive protection as applied to electrical 15 amps, 125 VAC equipment in accordance with IEC 10 amps, 250 VAC 529, BS 5490, DIN 400 50 & NFC 20 amps, 4-14 VDC 20 010. 15 amps, 15-28 VDC Corrosion Resistance . . . MFG Class III per ASTM B-827 & Dielectric Strength . . . . . . 1250 Volts RMS between pole to B-845, Method H, with 3 years pole exposure. 3750 Volts RMS between live parts Operating Temperature . . .-40 C to + 85 C and accessible surfaces Vibration 1 . . . . . . . . . . . Per Mil-Std 202F, Method 204D Test Insulation Resistance . . . 50 Megohms Condition A 0.06 DA or 10Gs 10-500 Initial Contact Resistance. 10 milliohms max. 4 VDC Hz. Tested with VCH connector. Test Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100,000 cycles maintained, criteria - No loss of circuit during test and pre and post test contact resist- 50,000 cycles momentary at rated ance. voltage and current Vibration 2 . . . . . . . . . . . Resonance search Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90/10 silver-nickel, silver tin-oxide, 24-50 Hz 0.40 DA gold 50-2000 10 Gs peak Terminals . . . . . . . . . . . . Brass or copper/silver plate Results Horizontal Axis 3-5 Gs max. 3/16 (4.76mm) & 1/4 (6.3mm) Random Quick Connect terminations standard. 24 Hz 0.06 PSD-Gsq/Hz 60 Hz 0.50 Mechanical 100 Hz 0.50 Endurance . . . . . . . . . . . 250,000 cycles minimum 200 Hz 0.025 2000 Hz 0.025 Physical No loss of circuit during test <10 chatter. Lighted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Incandescent - rated 10,000 hours Shock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Per Mil-Std 202F, Method 213B, Test LED - rated 100,000 hours 1/2 life Condition K 30Gs. Tested with (LED is internally ballasted for volt- VCH connector. Test criteria - No ages to 24 VDC) loss of circuit during test, pre, and Seals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rocker, base & bracket are sealed. post test contact resistance. Salt Spray . . . . . . . . . . . . Per Mil-Std 202F, Method 101D, Test Base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Polyester blend rated to 85C with a Condition A, 48 Hrs. flammability rating of 94VO. Thermal Shock . . . . . . . . Per Mil-Std 202F, Method 107F, Test Actuator . . . . . . . . . . . . . Nylon 66 Reinforced, rated to 105C Condition A, -55C to 85C. Test cri- (modular lens). Locking rocker, stan- teria - pre and post test contact dard rocker & paddle. Laser etching resistance. with a polycarbonate actuator. Moisture Resistance . . . . Per Mil-Std 202F, Method 106F, Test Lens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Polycarbonate rated at 100C. Front Criteria - pre and post test contact snap-in. resistance. Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . Nylon 66 rated at 85C. Polarized. Actuator Travel (Angular Displacement) Mounting Specifications 2 position . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 .867 22.02 3 positions . . . . . . . . . . . 13 from center TEST CUT HOLE IN 1.734 44.04 ACTUAL MATERIAL MOUNTING HOLE Panel Thickness Range Acceptable Panel Thickness .030 to .156 (.76mm to 3.96mm) Recommended: .030, .062, .093, .125 and .156 www.carlingtech.com 61