Sealed Subminiature Snap Switch
Single Pole
DC Series
Features
Enclosed switch complying with IP6K7 Various aux actuators (can be retrofitted)
O
Models available for operating temperature up to 120 C Two mounting positions
Various contact materials available Mechanical life minimum 1,000,000 operations
RoHS compliant Rated for currents up to 10.1 A at 250 VAC
Silicon-free version available
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Standard Parts
DC1C-A1AA DC2C-A1AA DC3C-A1AA
DC1C-A1LB DC2C-A1LB DC3C-A1LB
DC1C-A1RB DC2C-A1RB DC3C-A1RB
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The part number configuration matrix below provides details to the part numbers above.
For configurable part numbers that are not listed above, not listed in your region, or for custom part numbers, contact the factory or your distributor.
Part Number Breakdown DC1C-A1AA
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Series Contact Rating Configuration Terminal Type millimeters (inches) Terminal Configuration
Term config 1
O O
DC 1 5 Amp 120 C A Solder, short 1 30 twisted
only
O
2 10.1 Amp A SPST NO B 0.5 (0.02) leads, no UL 105 C, DC3 only 3 Leads on actuator side
O
3 0.1 Amp B SPST NC C 0.75 (0.03) leads, no UL 105 C only 4 Leads opposite actuator
Leads attached to
Term configs 1
SPDT 1.2 x 0.5 (0.05 x 0.02) PCB
C H 5
only
underside
O Term configs 1, PCB terms right hand
85 C K 0.5 x 0.5 (0.02 x 0.02) PCB 6
6, 7, 9 only
side
Term config 1 PCB terms left hand
SPST NO 2.8 x 0.5 (0.11 x 0.02) QC
E L 7
only
side
Term configs 3, 4 PCB terms right hand
F SPDT NC N Without leads (Type B) 8
only
side w/location pins
Term configs 3, 4 PCB terms left hand
G SPDT P Without leads (Type A) 9
only
side w/location pins
Q Without leads (No cutout) DC 3 only
Non-European versions Actuator Type
O
105 C, term config Spherical-head, no
D Leads, 18 AWG (UL) AA
5, DC1, DC3 only
auxiliary actuator
O
Leads, 16 AWG (UL) 105 C only
E
For others, see actuator table at
O
105 C, DC1, DC3
M Leads, 20 AWG (UL) Mechanical Specifications
Contact Gap < 3 mm ()
Operating Force 50 340 cN (model dependent, without actuator)
Total Travel (without actuator) 1.6 mm
Operating life
Operation Cycles
Contact EN61058 UL1054 Mechanical Life
1 10,000 6,000 (15,000 @ 48 VDC) 15,000,000
2 10,000 6,000 10,000,000
3 50,000 100,000 (6,000 @ 60 VDC) 15,000,000
4 50,000 6,000 (15,000 @ 48 VDC) 15,000,000
Material Specifications
Base PET (UL 94 V-0)
Cover PBT (UL 94 V-0); PET (UL 94 V-0)
O O
Actuator PBT (UL 94 V-0) 120 C, POM (UL 94 HB) 85 C
Contacts AgSnO , AgNi, AuAgPt (Crosspoint)
2
Terminals CuZn (silver-plated)
Auxiliary Actuator Stainless Steel or plastic
Switching parameters Complete chart available at