60.12.8.048.2040 Finder General purpose relay 2pole 10A 48V

Why Choose the Finder 60.12.8.048.2040 Industrial Electromagnetic Relay?

The Finder 60.12.8.048.2040 is a versatile industrial electromagnetic relay from the established Finder 60 Series, designed for dependable electrical switching in automation systems, machinery and control panels. Featuring a 48 V AC nominal coil and two changeover contacts (2 CO / DPDT), this relay provides a practical solution for controlling two separate electrical circuits using a single control signal.

The Finder 60.12 configuration combines a double-pole changeover contact arrangement with a compact relay construction suitable for industrial control applications. Each contact set provides common, normally open and normally closed connections, allowing engineers to implement auxiliary switching, electrical signalling, control circuit changeover and equipment interfacing functions.

As part of Finder's established industrial relay range, the 60.12.8.048.2040 is suited to appropriately rated electrical switching duties where reliable electromagnetic operation and flexible contact arrangements are important. Its 48 V AC coil makes it particularly relevant to control systems using this AC supply voltage, while its monostable operation provides predictable contact switching and automatic return when the coil is de-energised.

Key Advantages

• 48 V AC nominal coil: Suitable for industrial control systems using compatible AC control supplies.
• Two changeover contacts: Enables coordinated switching of two independent electrical circuits.
• DPDT contact arrangement: Provides normally open and normally closed switching functions for each pole.
• Versatile industrial relay: Suitable for automation, machinery control and auxiliary electrical switching.
• Electromagnetic operation: Provides electrical separation between the coil circuit and switched contact circuits.
• Monostable switching: Returns contacts to their normal positions when the coil supply is removed.
• Flexible control functions: Supports electrical signalling, changeover control and equipment interfacing.
• Established Finder 60 Series design: Suitable for industrial electrical equipment and OEM control assemblies.
• Practical maintenance: Supports identification and replacement of the correct relay variant in existing installations.

Key Features

• Finder 60 Series industrial electromagnetic relay.
• Type 60.12 double-pole changeover configuration.
• 48 V AC nominal coil voltage.
• Two changeover contacts (2 CO / DPDT / 2 Form C).
• Two independently wired contact circuits.
• Common, normally open and normally closed connections for each pole.
• Electromagnetic, monostable switching mechanism.
• Suitable for industrial electrical control applications.
• Designed for switching and interfacing functions.
• Compatible with appropriately rated control circuit designs.
• Suitable for machinery, automation equipment and industrial panels.
• Finder part number 60.12.8.048.2040 for precise product identification.

Reliable Double-Pole Switching for Industrial Control Systems

The Finder 60.12.8.048.2040 operates using an electromagnetic coil that controls two mechanically linked changeover contact sets. When the appropriate 48 V AC control voltage is applied, the relay changes the position of both contacts. When the coil supply is removed, the contacts return to their normal positions, providing conventional monostable relay operation.

Each changeover contact includes a common terminal that switches between normally closed and normally open connections. The DPDT arrangement enables a single control signal to perform two separate switching functions, such as operating an auxiliary circuit while simultaneously changing an equipment status signal.

This arrangement is particularly useful in industrial control systems where separate circuits must respond to the same control condition. For example, one contact may be used for an appropriately rated control load while the second contact provides a feedback or indication signal to another part of the installation.

When selecting the Finder 60.12.8.048.2040, engineers should verify the contact load requirements, operating voltage, switching frequency and electrical characteristics of the connected equipment. Inductive loads, motors and electronic power supplies may require additional switching protection, and the relay must be used within its specified electrical ratings.

For AC coil operation, the supply voltage and frequency should be compatible with the relay's operating requirements. Correct installation, appropriate circuit protection and suitable wiring practices help ensure dependable switching performance throughout the equipment's service life.

Typical Applications

• Industrial automation and machinery control systems.
• Electrical control panels and industrial equipment.
• Auxiliary control circuit switching.
• PLC-associated interface and signalling circuits.
• Industrial machinery and OEM electrical assemblies.
• Electrical signalling and equipment status indication.
• Control circuit changeover applications.
• Building services and equipment control systems.
• Double-pole switching applications using 48 V AC control supplies.
• Maintenance and replacement of compatible Finder 60.12 relays.