40.61.7.012.1301 Finder Miniature PCB relay 1pole 16A DC 12V

Why Choose the Finder 40.61.7.012.1301 Miniature PCB Power Relay?

The Finder 40.61.7.012.1301 is a compact and dependable electromechanical power relay designed for electrical switching, industrial automation and electronic control applications. As part of the Finder 40 Series miniature PCB and plug-in relay range, this model combines a sensitive DC coil with a high-current changeover contact, making it suitable for OEM manufacturers, automation engineers and electrical control system designers.

This miniature relay features a single-pole double-throw (SPDT) changeover contact, providing flexible switching between normally open and normally closed circuits. Its monostable electromechanical operating mechanism enables a low-voltage control signal to operate an electrically separate load circuit, while its compact construction helps conserve space within printed circuit boards and industrial electronic assemblies.

With a 12 V DC sensitive coil, a 16 A rated contact current and a 250 V AC rated switching voltage, the Finder 40.61.7.012.1301 is suitable for appropriately rated industrial and electronic switching applications. Its 5 mm contact pin pitch and compact PCB-compatible construction support straightforward integration into control equipment and compatible Finder 95 Series relay socket systems.

Key Advantages

• Compact 16 A miniature electromechanical power relay designed for industrial and electronic switching.
• 12 V DC sensitive coil suitable for compatible low-voltage electronic control circuits.
• Single changeover contact (SPDT) provides flexible normally open and normally closed switching.
• 250 V AC rated switching voltage supports appropriately rated electrical loads.
• 0.5 W nominal coil power helps minimise control circuit energy consumption.
• 4000 VA AC1 resistive switching capacity for suitable power switching applications.
• 6 kV coil-to-contact impulse withstand voltage provides robust electrical insulation.
• Compact PCB-compatible construction simplifies integration into electronic assemblies.
• 5 mm contact pin pitch supports efficient printed circuit board layouts.
• Compatible with appropriately selected Finder 95 Series relay sockets for flexible installation.

Key Features

• Finder 40 Series miniature PCB and plug-in electromechanical relay.
• 40.61 single-pole power relay configuration.
• 12 V DC nominal coil voltage.
• 0.5 W sensitive DC coil.
• 1 CO / SPDT changeover contact arrangement.
• 16 A rated contact current.
• 30 A maximum peak contact current for the standard 40.61 contact configuration.
• 250 V AC rated switching voltage.
• 400 V AC maximum switching voltage, subject to installation requirements.
• 4000 VA rated AC1 resistive switching capacity.
• 750 VA AC15 switching capacity at 230 V AC.
• 6 kV impulse withstand voltage between coil and contacts.
• 8 mm clearance and creepage distance between coil and contacts.
• 5 mm contact pin pitch.
• Monostable, non-latching operation.
• PCB mounting or installation using compatible Finder 95 Series sockets.

Reliable Electrical Switching for Industrial Automation

Electromechanical power relays such as the Finder 40.61.7.012.1301 provide a practical method of controlling electrical loads using low-voltage control signals. When the relay coil is energised, its changeover contact transfers from the normally closed position to the normally open position, allowing the connected electrical circuit to be switched. When coil power is removed, the relay returns to its normal contact position.

The Finder 40 Series is designed for industrial automation engineers, control panel builders and electronic equipment manufacturers requiring compact and dependable electrical switching components. The 40.61 configuration provides a 16 A single changeover contact, making it suitable for switching appropriately rated power and control circuits within industrial machinery and automation equipment.

The Finder 40.61.7.012.1301 combines a sensitive 12 V DC coil with a robust electromechanical switching mechanism. Its low-voltage control characteristics enable integration with suitable electronic controllers and industrial automation equipment, provided that the driving circuit supplies the required coil current and incorporates appropriate protective components where necessary.

The relay's compact PCB-compatible design allows straightforward integration into electronic assemblies, while compatible Finder 95 Series sockets offer additional mounting flexibility. Correct contact loading, switching frequency and circuit protection should be considered to maintain dependable performance and maximise the relay's operating life.

Typical Applications

• Industrial automation and electronic control systems.
• PCB-mounted electrical power switching circuits.
• 12 V DC electronic control interfaces.
• Industrial machinery and OEM equipment.
• Electrical control panels and relay interface assemblies.
• Auxiliary switching for contactors and control devices.
• Building automation and equipment management systems.
• Power management and electrical switching equipment.
• Electronic control modules and embedded systems.
• Automated lighting and electrical load control.