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60.13.8.230.2040 Finder General purpose relay 3 pole 10A 230V
60.13.8.230.2040 Finder General purpose relay 3 pole 10A 230V.
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60.13.8.230.0040 Finder General purpose relay 3 pole 10A 230V
SKU: 60.13.8.230.0040
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Why Choose the Finder 60.13.8.230.2040 Industrial Relay?
The Finder 60.13.8.230.2040 is a reliable three-pole changeover (3PDT) industrial electromagnetic relay designed for electrical switching, industrial automation and machinery control applications. As part of the established Finder 60 Series general-purpose relay range, it combines dependable switching performance with convenient plug-in installation and practical maintenance features.
Featuring a 230 V AC operating coil and three changeover contacts rated at 10 A, the Finder 60.13.8.230.2040 enables multiple independent electrical circuits to be controlled through a single electromagnetic switching mechanism. Its lockable test button and mechanical status indicator support manual testing, commissioning and visual confirmation of relay operation.
The relay incorporates silver-cadmium oxide (AgCdO) contacts, a 250 V AC rated contact voltage and a nominal AC1 switching capacity of 2,500 VA. Its standard 11-pin plug-in connection allows installation into compatible Finder 90 Series sockets, making it suitable for industrial control panels, electrical interlocking, auxiliary switching and automation equipment.
Key Advantages
- Reliable industrial electromagnetic relay for machinery and automation applications.
- Three changeover contacts (3PDT) enable switching of multiple independent circuits.
- 10 A rated contact current for general-purpose electrical switching.
- 230 V AC operating coil compatible with industrial AC control supplies.
- Lockable test button supports convenient manual operation during commissioning and maintenance.
- Mechanical status indicator provides visual confirmation of relay actuation.
- AgCdO contact material supports dependable electrical switching.
- 2,500 VA AC1 switching capacity for resistive loads.
- Standard 11-pin plug-in connection simplifies installation and replacement.
- Compatible with suitable Finder 90 Series relay sockets.
Key Features
- Finder 60 Series general-purpose industrial relay.
- 3PDT (3 Form C) contact arrangement.
- Three independent changeover contacts.
- 10 A nominal contact current.
- 20 A maximum peak contact current.
- 230 V AC nominal coil voltage.
- 50/60 Hz AC coil operation.
- 250 V AC rated contact voltage.
- 400 V AC maximum switching voltage.
- 2,500 VA rated AC1 switching capacity.
- 500 VA AC15 switching capacity at 230 V AC.
- Silver-cadmium oxide (AgCdO) contacts.
- Lockable test button for manual relay actuation.
- Mechanical flag indicator for visual contact-position indication.
- Electromagnetic, monostable switching operation.
- 11-pin plug-in terminal arrangement.
- Suitable for industrial control, electrical interlocking and auxiliary switching.
Reliable Three-Pole Switching for Industrial Control Systems
The Finder 60.13.8.230.2040 operates by applying a 230 V AC control voltage to its electromagnetic coil. When energised, the relay changes the position of its three changeover contacts, allowing connected electrical circuits to be switched simultaneously. When the coil is de-energised, the contacts return to their normal positions.
The 3PDT contact configuration provides three electrically separate changeover contact sets controlled by one coil. This makes the relay suitable for electrical interlocking, machinery sequencing, PLC interfacing, auxiliary switching and industrial signalling systems where several circuits must respond to the same control signal.
The integrated lockable test button and mechanical indicator provide practical advantages during commissioning and fault diagnosis. The test button allows manual actuation of the relay mechanism, while the mechanical flag provides a visual indication of its operating position. Manual testing should only be performed under appropriate electrical safety procedures.
The relay's 11-pin plug-in construction supports straightforward installation and maintenance. When installed in a compatible Finder 90 Series socket, the relay can be removed and replaced without disconnecting the permanent wiring attached to the socket, helping simplify servicing of industrial control panels and automation equipment.
Typical Applications
- Industrial automation and machinery control panels.
- 230 V AC electrical control circuits.
- PLC interfacing and auxiliary relay switching.
- Electrical interlocking and machine sequencing systems.
- Motor starter auxiliary control circuits.
- Industrial signalling, indication and alarm equipment.
- Building automation and equipment control systems.
- Electrical distribution board control circuits.
- Manufacturing and production machinery.
- Maintenance and replacement of compatible Finder 60 Series relays.
Technical Specifications
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| Device Type | Plug-in Relay | |
|---|---|---|
| Terminal Type | PCB / pins | |
| Switching Current (A) | 10 A | |
| Load Voltage | 400 V AC | |
| Mounting Type | Plug-in socket | |
| Manufacturer | Finder | |
| Series | 60 Series | |
| Model | 60.13.8.230.2040 | |
| Manufacturer part number | 60.13.8.230.2040 | |
| Product type | Industrial electromagnetic relay | |
| Contact configuration | 3PDT / 3 Form C | |
| Number of poles | 3 | |
| Number of changeover contacts | 3 | |
| Rated contact current | 10 A | |
| Maximum peak contact current | 20 A | |
| Rated contact voltage | 250 V AC | |
| Maximum switching voltage | 400 V AC | |
| Rated switching capacity (AC1) | 2,500 VA | |
| Rated switching capacity (AC15 at 230 V AC) | 500 VA | |
| Single-phase motor rating at 230 V AC | 0.37 kW | |
| DC1 breaking capacity at 30 V DC | 10 A | |
| DC1 breaking capacity at 110 V DC | 0.4 A | |
| DC1 breaking capacity at 220 V DC | 0.15 A | |
| Minimum switching load | 500 mW | |
| Nominal coil voltage | 230 V AC | |
| Coil supply type | AC | |
| Coil frequency | 50/60 Hz | |
| Coil operating voltage range | 184–253 V AC | |
| Nominal coil resistance | 7,250 Ω | |
| Nominal coil current at 50 Hz | 10.5 mA | |
| Nominal AC coil consumption | 2.2 VA | |
| Contact material | Silver-cadmium oxide (AgCdO) | |
| Contact material option | 2 | |
| Test button | Integrated lockable test button | |
| Mechanical indication | Integrated mechanical flag indicator | |
| Relay operation | Electromagnetic, monostable | |
| Mechanical endurance (AC coil) | 20 million cycles | |
| Electrical endurance at rated AC1 load | 200,000 cycles | |
| Operate time | 11 ms | |
| Release time | 4 ms | |
| Impulse withstand voltage between coil and contacts | 3.6 kV | |
| Dielectric strength between open contacts | 1,000 V AC | |
| Operating ambient temperature | −40 to +70 °C | |
| Environmental protection category | RT I | |
| Connection type | 11-pin plug-in | |
| Mounting type | Compatible relay socket | |
| Compatible socket family | Finder 90 Series | |
| Dimensions (H × W × D) | Approx. 54.2 × 32.5 × 36.4 mm | |
| Application category | Industrial automation and electrical control |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Finder 60.13.8.230.2040 used for?
The Finder 60.13.8.230.2040 is a three-pole industrial electromagnetic relay used to switch electrical circuits in industrial automation, machinery control, electrical interlocking, PLC interfaces and signalling applications.
What coil voltage does the Finder 60.13.8.230.2040 require?
The relay operates with a nominal 230 V AC coil supply at 50/60 Hz. The specified operating voltage range is 184–253 V AC.
How many contacts does this relay have?
The Finder 60.13.8.230.2040 features three changeover contacts (3PDT), allowing three independent electrical circuits to be switched simultaneously through a single electromagnetic coil.
Does the Finder 60.13.8.230.2040 include a test button?
Yes. The relay includes a lockable test button and mechanical status indicator. These features support manual functional testing and provide visual indication of the relay's operating position.
What is the contact current rating and how is the relay installed?
The relay has a 10 A nominal contact current rating and a 250 V AC rated contact voltage. It uses an 11-pin plug-in connection for installation in a compatible Finder 90 Series relay socket.
Trusted by Industrial Automation Professionals
Finder 60 Series industrial relays provide dependable electromagnetic switching for machinery, automation and electrical control applications. The Finder 60.13.8.230.2040 combines three 10 A changeover contacts, a 230 V AC operating coil, AgCdO contact technology and integrated manual testing and mechanical indication features to support reliable operation in industrial control systems.
