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60.12.8.120.5000 Finder General purpose relay 2pole 10A 120V
Finder 60.12.8.120.5000 is a 10 A two-pole changeover general purpose relay with a 120 V AC coil, gold-plated contacts and 8-pin plug-in mounting for industrial automation, machinery control and auxiliary electrical switching applications.
Why Choose the Finder 60.12.8.120.5000 General Purpose Relay?
The Finder 60.12.8.120.5000 is a versatile 2-pole changeover general purpose relay designed for dependable electrical switching in industrial automation, machinery control and electrical control systems. Part of the established Finder 60 Series, this electromechanical relay combines a robust contact arrangement, compact construction and practical plug-in installation for a wide range of industrial applications.
Featuring a 120 V AC operating coil and two changeover contacts (2CO / DPDT), the Finder 60.12.8.120.5000 enables two independent electrical circuits to be controlled using a single operating signal. The Finder 60.12 relay family offers a 10 A rated contact current and a 250 V AC rated switching voltage, making it suitable for appropriately rated control circuits, auxiliary equipment, signalling devices and industrial electrical loads.
The .5000 contact variant identifies a gold-plated contact configuration within the Finder 60 Series, providing a useful option for control applications where contact surface characteristics are important. Its monostable electromagnetic operating mechanism and 8-pin plug-in construction support reliable switching and convenient replacement using a compatible relay socket.
Key Advantages
- Two changeover contacts (2CO / DPDT) provide flexible switching of two independent circuits.
- 10 A rated contact current supports a wide range of industrial control applications.
- 120 V AC operating coil provides compatibility with suitable AC control systems.
- Gold-plated contact configuration offers contact surface characteristics suited to appropriate control and signal-switching applications.
- 250 V AC rated switching voltage supports common industrial electrical circuits.
- Monostable electromagnetic operation automatically returns contacts to their normal positions when the coil is de-energised.
- 8-pin plug-in construction simplifies installation, inspection and replacement.
- Compact relay design helps optimise space inside electrical control panels.
- Two independent changeover circuits can reduce the need for separate switching devices.
- Established Finder 60 Series technology provides dependable operation in industrial machinery and automation equipment.
Key Features
- Finder 60 Series general purpose relay.
- 60.12 two-pole changeover configuration.
- Two changeover contacts (2CO / DPDT).
- 10 A rated contact current.
- 120 V AC nominal coil voltage.
- 50/60 Hz AC coil operation.
- 250 V AC rated switching voltage.
- 400 V AC maximum switching voltage for the standard relay contact arrangement.
- 2,500 VA rated resistive switching capacity (AC-1) for the standard 60.12 contact configuration.
- 500 VA rated AC-15 switching capacity at 230 V AC for the standard contact configuration.
- Gold-plated contact configuration associated with the .5000 variant.
- Two independent changeover circuits controlled by one coil.
- Monostable, non-latching electromagnetic operation.
- 8-pin plug-in terminals for compatible relay sockets.
- Socket-mounted construction for convenient maintenance.
- Suitable for industrial control, auxiliary switching and automation applications.
Reliable AC-Controlled Switching for Industrial Automation
Electromechanical relays such as the Finder 60.12.8.120.5000 provide a practical interface between electrical control signals and switched load circuits. When the 120 V AC coil is energised, the relay's electromagnetic mechanism operates the internal contacts, allowing connected electrical equipment to be switched according to the control system's requirements.
The two-pole changeover arrangement allows two independent circuits to respond to a common control signal. Each changeover contact provides normally open and normally closed switching paths, making the relay suitable for auxiliary control, equipment sequencing, signalling and electrical interlocking applications. Its monostable construction ensures that the contacts return to their normal positions when the operating coil is de-energised.
The gold-plated contact variant offers an additional contact surface characteristic for applications where switching reliability and contact condition are important. For reliable operation, the connected load must remain within the applicable contact ratings, particularly when switching low-current signals, inductive loads or DC circuits.
The Finder 60 Series is designed for straightforward integration into industrial electrical installations. Its 8-pin plug-in format enables convenient installation and replacement using a compatible socket, helping simplify maintenance and reduce rewiring. The complete 60.12.8.120.5000 part number should be matched when selecting replacement relays to preserve the correct coil voltage and contact configuration.
Typical Applications
- Industrial automation and electrical control panels.
- PLC-controlled relay interface circuits with suitable output drivers.
- Manufacturing machinery and production equipment.
- Motor starter auxiliary control and signalling circuits.
- Industrial electrical interlocking systems.
- Equipment sequencing and two-circuit switching.
- 120 V AC industrial control systems.
- Electrical distribution and auxiliary control assemblies.
- Heating, ventilation and air conditioning control equipment.
- Building automation and plant management installations.
- Industrial alarm, monitoring and signal-switching circuits.
- OEM machinery and replacement of compatible general purpose relays.
Technical Specifications
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| Device Type | Plug-in Relay | |
|---|---|---|
| Mounting Type | Plug-in socket | |
| Load Voltage | 250 V AC | |
| Switching Current (A) | 10 A | |
| Manufacturer | Finder | |
| Series | 60 Series General Purpose Relays | |
| Model | 60.12.8.120.5000 | |
| Product type | Electromechanical general purpose relay | |
| Relay configuration | 60.12 | |
| Contact arrangement | 2CO / DPDT | |
| Number of poles | 2 | |
| Rated contact current | 10 A | |
| Rated switching voltage | 250 V AC | |
| Maximum AC switching voltage | 400 V AC, standard series rating | |
| Rated resistive switching capacity | 2,500 VA, standard series rating | |
| Rated AC-15 switching capacity at 230 V AC | 500 VA, standard series rating | |
| Single-phase motor rating at 230 V AC | 0.37 kW, standard series rating | |
| Contact configuration variant | Gold-plated contacts | |
| Nominal coil voltage | 120 V AC | |
| Coil supply type | AC | |
| Coil operating frequency | 50/60 Hz | |
| Nominal coil resistance | Approximately 1.94 kΩ | |
| Nominal coil current | Approximately 18.6 mA | |
| Relay operating principle | Monostable electromagnetic | |
| Typical operating time | 11 ms | |
| Typical release time | 4 ms | |
| Ambient operating temperature | −40 to +70 °C | |
| Electrical connection | 8-pin plug-in terminals | |
| Mounting type | Compatible relay socket | |
| Manufacturer variant | .5000 | |
| Application category | Industrial control and auxiliary electrical switching |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Finder 60.12.8.120.5000 used for?
The Finder 60.12.8.120.5000 is a general purpose electromechanical relay used for switching electrical circuits in industrial automation, machinery control and electrical panels. Its two changeover contacts allow two independent circuits to be controlled using one relay coil.
What coil voltage does the Finder 60.12.8.120.5000 require?
The relay is designed for a nominal 120 V AC coil supply at 50/60 Hz. It should be operated using a suitable AC control voltage rather than a DC supply.
How many contacts does the Finder 60.12.8.120.5000 have?
The relay features two changeover contacts (2CO / DPDT). Each contact provides common, normally open and normally closed connections, allowing two independent electrical circuits to be switched.
What is the rated contact current of this relay?
The Finder 60.12 relay family has a 10 A rated contact current. The permissible switching load depends on the connected equipment, operating voltage, utilisation category and the contact characteristics of the selected variant.
What does the .5000 suffix identify?
The .5000 suffix identifies a gold-plated contact variant within the Finder 60 Series. The complete manufacturer part number should be used when ordering a replacement to ensure that the correct contact configuration is selected.
Is the Finder 60.12.8.120.5000 a latching relay?
No. The Finder 60.12 family uses a monostable electromagnetic operating principle. The contacts change position when the coil is energised and return to their normal positions when the coil is de-energised.
How is the Finder 60.12.8.120.5000 installed?
The relay is designed for 8-pin plug-in socket mounting within electrical control equipment. The selected socket must be compatible with the relay's terminal arrangement, contact configuration and manufacturer variant.
Trusted by Industrial Automation Professionals Worldwide
Finder 60 Series general purpose relays provide dependable electrical switching for industrial automation, machinery control and electrical installations. Their versatile changeover contact arrangements, practical plug-in construction and established electromagnetic relay technology make them a reliable choice for electrical engineers, control panel builders and industrial maintenance professionals.
