55.13.8.230.2000 Finder Miniature PCB relay 3 pole 10A 230V

Why Choose the Finder 55.13.8.230.2000 General Purpose Relay?

The Finder 55.13.8.230.2000 is a compact 230 V AC general purpose electromechanical relay from the established Finder 55 Series. Designed for electrical switching, industrial automation and control equipment, this relay features three changeover contacts (3 CO / 3PDT) and a 10 A rated contact current, providing flexible multi-circuit switching from a single control signal.

Featuring a 230 V AC operating coil for compatible 50/60 Hz supplies, the Finder 55.13.8.230.2000 enables three separate changeover contact sets to operate simultaneously. Each contact set provides a common, normally open and normally closed connection, making the relay useful for auxiliary control, equipment signalling, electrical interlocking and other applications requiring multiple switching functions.

The Finder 55.13.8.230.2000 belongs to the compact 55.13 relay family, which is designed for integration into industrial electrical and electronic control systems. The .2000 ordering configuration is associated with silver cadmium oxide (AgCdO) contacts. Its exact mounting and terminal arrangement should be checked against the manufacturer’s dimensional and ordering documentation before selecting a PCB footprint, socket or replacement relay.

Key Advantages

• Finder 55 Series general purpose relay for industrial electrical switching and control.
• 230 V AC nominal coil voltage for compatible AC control circuits.
• Three changeover contacts (3 CO / 3PDT) provide flexible multi-circuit switching.
• 10 A rated contact current for appropriately specified electrical loads.
• 250 V AC rated contact voltage within the standard 55.13 relay family.
• 400 V AC maximum switching voltage, subject to the manufacturer’s operating limits.
• Three contact sets operate together from one relay coil.
• AgCdO contact material for the specified .2000 ordering configuration.
• Compact miniature construction for space-conscious electrical equipment.
• Monostable operation returns the contacts to their normal positions when the coil is de-energised.
• Suitable for control logic, auxiliary switching, signalling and interlocking circuits.
• Useful for industrial machinery, automation systems and OEM electrical equipment.
• Part of Finder’s established range of general purpose electromechanical relays.

Key Features

• Finder 55.13 general purpose electromechanical relay.
• Manufacturer part number: 55.13.8.230.2000.
• 230 V AC nominal coil voltage.
• 50/60 Hz AC coil operation.
• 3 CO / 3PDT contact configuration.
• Three changeover contact sets.
• 10 A rated contact current.
• 250 V AC rated contact voltage.
• 400 V AC maximum switching voltage.
• 2,500 VA rated AC1 switching capacity for the standard 55.13 family.
• Silver cadmium oxide contact material.
• Electromechanical switching between separate control and contact circuits.
• Monostable relay operation.
• Compact construction for industrial electrical control assemblies.
• Suitable for compatible AC-operated relay control circuits.

Flexible 230 V AC Three-Pole Changeover Switching

The Finder 55.13.8.230.2000 is designed for electrical systems requiring three changeover switching functions operated by a single 230 V AC coil. Its 3PDT configuration provides three independent contact sets, each with a common terminal, normally closed contact and normally open contact. Energising the relay coil changes the state of all three contact sets together.

This arrangement is particularly useful in electrical control circuits where one control signal must perform several functions. For example, separate contact sets can be allocated to auxiliary switching, equipment status indication or interlocking functions, provided the circuit design respects the relay’s contact ratings and electrical isolation requirements.

The 10 A contact rating provides useful switching capability for suitable electrical loads. However, the permissible load depends on its electrical characteristics. Resistive loads, inductive loads, contactor coils, motors and equipment with high inrush currents may impose different demands on relay contacts. The relevant manufacturer switching ratings should always be checked before selecting the relay for a specific application.

With its 230 V AC control coil, the Finder 55.13.8.230.2000 is suitable for systems designed around a nominal 230 V AC control supply. The coil voltage must be matched to the actual control circuit, and appropriate electrical protection and isolation procedures must be followed during installation and maintenance.

The monostable operating principle means the relay remains in its operated state only while the coil is energised. When the coil supply is removed, the contacts return to their normal positions. This behaviour makes the relay suitable for conventional control logic and equipment switching functions that require a defined de-energised state.

The specified AgCdO contact material is an important consideration when selecting an exact replacement. Silver cadmium oxide contacts are associated with particular switching applications, but they contain cadmium and may be subject to environmental or product compliance requirements. A different contact-material variant should not automatically be considered an interchangeable substitute.

For replacement and maintenance work, engineers should match the complete 55.13.8.230.2000 manufacturer part number. Other Finder 55.13 variants may differ in coil voltage, contact material, terminal arrangement or construction. The exact terminal layout and installation dimensions should be verified using current Finder technical documentation before installation.

Typical Applications

• Industrial electrical control panels and automation equipment.
• 230 V AC auxiliary control circuits.
• Industrial machinery and OEM equipment manufacturing.
• Multi-circuit changeover switching applications.
• Electrical control logic and interlocking functions.
• Equipment status indication and alarm signalling circuits.
• Building services and electrical control equipment.
• Industrial process control and monitoring systems.
• Electronic and electromechanical control assemblies.
• Maintenance and replacement of compatible Finder 55.13 relays.