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EMAS BS1012 EMAS BUTTON SWITCH 1NO+1NC SUDDEN ACTION
Why Choose the EMAS BS1012 EMAS BUTTON SWITCH 1NO+1NC SUDDEN ACTION?
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EMAS BS1012 BS Series Button Switch 1NO+1NC Snap Action 6A 250V AC IP40
The EMAS BS1012 is a versatile industrial BS Series button switch featuring a 1 normally open (1NO) + 1 normally closed (1NC) snap action contact configuration. Designed for reliable switching and control applications, the BS1012 provides flexible circuit options by allowing both make and break contacts to be used within a single compact device.
With a rated current of 6A at 250V AC, AgNi contact material, IP40 protection, and a mechanical life of up to 1,000,000 operations, the EMAS BS1012 is suitable for industrial automation panels, machinery controls, safety circuits, and operator interfaces requiring dependable snap-action switching.
Key Features
- Manufacturer: EMAS
- Model: BS1012
- Product Type: Button Switch
- Series: BS Series
- Contact Configuration: 1NO + 1NC
- Switching Action: Snap Action
- Rated Current: 6A at 250V AC
- Protection Rating: IP40
- Contact Material: AgNi
- Housing Material: V0 Flame Resistant Material
Applications
- Industrial automation control panels
- Machine operator stations
- Safety and interlock circuits
- Electrical cabinets
- OEM machinery applications
- Position and limit switching systems
Why Choose the EMAS BS1012?
The EMAS BS1012 offers increased wiring flexibility compared with single-contact switches by combining both normally open and normally closed contacts in one snap-action device. Its robust construction, long operating life, and reliable switching performance make it a practical choice for automation engineers, machine manufacturers, and control panel builders.
Technical Specifications
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| Contacts | 1NO + 1NC | |
|---|---|---|
| Device Type | Pushbutton | |
| Product Series | Emas B Series | |
| IP Rating | IP40 | |
| Specification Value Product | Button Switch | |
| Manufacturer | EMAS | |
| Model Code | BS1012 | |
| Series | BS Series | |
| Contact Type | 1NO + 1NC | |
| Action Type | Snap Action | |
| Rated Current | 6A (250V AC) | |
| Usage Category | AC15 | |
| Mechanical Life | 1,000,000 operations minimum | |
| Electrical Life | 100,000 operations minimum | |
| Operating Frequency | Mechanical 3000 / Electrical 900 operations per hour | |
| Insulation Voltage | 690V | |
| Impulse Withstand Voltage | 2.5kV | |
| Isolation Resistance | 10MΩ minimum (500V DC) | |
| Operating Temperature | -25°C to +80°C | |
| Pollution Degree | 3 | |
| Protection Degree | IP40 | |
| Terminal Type | 6.3 x 0.8mm | |
| Short Circuit Breaking Capacity | 1kA | |
| Standards | TS EN 60947-5-1 / VDE 0660 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of contact does the EMAS BS1012 have?
The EMAS BS1012 features a 1NO + 1NC snap action contact configuration.
What is the rated current of the EMAS BS1012?
The EMAS BS1012 is rated at 6A at 250V AC.
What is the advantage of a 1NO + 1NC contact arrangement?
The 1NO + 1NC configuration allows both normally open and normally closed circuits to be controlled from a single switch, providing greater installation flexibility.
What is the protection rating of the EMAS BS1012?
The EMAS BS1012 has an IP40 protection rating.
