Detection Switch

D2X

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Precautions

Be sure to read the precautions and information common to all Snap Action and Detection Switches, contained in the Technical User’s Guide,

“Snap Action Switches, Technical Information” for correct use.

■ Correct Use

Operating Object

For proper operation, follow these guidelines:

Set the dog or cam stroke so the actuator does not receive excessive

force when the switch is actuated. When the actuator is released, the

dog or cam must not be touching the actuator head.

Set the dog or cam so that it will press the head of the lever in the

traveling direction of the lever.

Do not allow the lever to be pressed beyond the TTP, otherwise the

D2X may be damaged.

Lever Load

Do not impose loads in the following directions on the lever, other-

wise the Switch may be damaged or malfunction.

Microload

Be sure that the load is within the following range:

■ Wiring Connector

Use the following type CT connectors of AMP for wiring.

Press-fit connector:173997-2

Crimp-style connector housing:179228-2

Crimp-style connector contact:179227-1

The above connectors are not sold by Omron.

Contact Tyco Electronic’s AMP offices for these connectors

Current (mA)

Operating

range

Inoperable

range

30

100 mA

0.41 mA

1 mA

100

10

1

0.1

0

5