62.23.9.012.0040 Finder Power relay 3 pole 16A DC 12VNO

Why Choose the Finder 62.23.9.012.0040 Power Relay?

The Finder 62.23.9.012.0040 is a high-performance 16 A, 12 V DC PCB mounting power relay designed for industrial automation, electrical control equipment and machinery applications. Part of the Finder Series 62 power relay range, it combines three changeover contacts with a robust electromechanical switching mechanism and convenient manual testing functionality.

Featuring a three-pole double-throw (3PDT, 3 CO) contact configuration, the Finder 62.23.9.012.0040 allows three independent electrical circuits to be switched using a single electromagnetic coil. Its 12 V DC nominal coil voltage is suitable for compatible DC control systems, while its 16 A rated contacts at 250 V AC provide substantial switching capacity for industrial control and power applications.

This specific 0040 variant incorporates a lockable manual test button and mechanical flag indicator, supporting functional testing, commissioning and visual confirmation of contact position. Its through-hole PCB mounting design enables direct integration into suitable printed circuit boards, making it particularly useful for OEM equipment, industrial control electronics and custom electrical assemblies.

Key Advantages

• 16 A rated contacts provide higher-current switching capability for industrial equipment.
• Three changeover contacts (3PDT, 3 CO) allow three independent circuits to be switched simultaneously.
• 12 V DC nominal coil voltage suits compatible low-voltage DC control systems.
• Lockable manual test button enables convenient functional checks during commissioning and maintenance.
• Mechanical flag indicator provides visual feedback of the relay's mechanical operating position.
• PCB through-hole mounting supports direct installation into suitable electronic control assemblies.
• Silver cadmium oxide (AgCdO) contacts provide a robust switching interface for industrial applications.
• 110 Ω nominal coil resistance and approximately 1.3 W coil consumption support straightforward DC control circuit design.
• Monostable operation returns the contacts to their normal positions when coil power is removed, provided the manual test mechanism is not locked.
• Suitable for industrial automation, machinery control and multi-circuit power switching.

Key Features

• Finder Series 62 industrial power relay.
• Type 62.23 with three changeover contacts.
• 12 V DC nominal coil voltage.
• 3PDT (3 CO, 3 Form C) contact configuration.
• 16 A rated contact current.
• 250 V AC rated contact voltage.
• 400 V AC maximum switching voltage.
• 110 Ω nominal coil resistance.
• Approximately 109 mA nominal coil current.
• Approximately 1.3 W nominal DC coil consumption.
• Silver cadmium oxide (AgCdO) contact material.
• Lockable manual test button for functional testing.
• Mechanical flag indicator for visual relay position indication.
• Through-hole PCB terminals for soldered circuit board installation.
• Monostable, non-latching electromagnetic operation.
• Suitable for industrial control equipment and OEM electrical assemblies.

High-Current Three-Pole Switching with Manual Test and Mechanical Indication

The Finder 62.23.9.012.0040 uses an electromagnetic coil to operate three mechanically linked changeover contacts. When its 12 V DC coil is energised, the contacts transfer from their normally closed positions to their normally open positions. When coil power is removed, the contacts return to their normal states during standard operation. This enables three separate electrical circuits to be controlled by a single DC switching signal.

Its 16 A contact rating makes the relay suitable for applications requiring greater switching capacity than many miniature interface relays. The 3PDT configuration can be used for multi-circuit control, auxiliary power switching, electrical interlocking and equipment status functions. Each circuit must remain within the applicable contact rating, taking account of load type, inrush current, switching frequency and operating conditions.

A distinguishing feature of the 0040 version is its manual test button and mechanical flag indicator. The test button allows the contacts to be operated manually during commissioning or maintenance, while the flag provides visual feedback of their mechanical position. The button can also be configured for locking operation, allowing the contacts to remain actuated until the mechanism is released. Manual testing must therefore be carried out with appropriate electrical safety precautions, particularly where connected equipment could start unexpectedly.

Unlike the plug-in versions of the Finder Series 62 range, the 62.23.9.012.0040 is intended for direct PCB mounting. Its solderable pins allow integration into appropriately designed printed circuit boards without a separate plug-in relay socket. PCB designers should provide suitable conductor widths, clearances, insulation and thermal management for the intended switching currents and voltages.

Typical Applications

• Industrial automation and process control equipment.
• 12 V DC relay control circuits.
• PCB-based industrial control assemblies.
• Industrial machinery and OEM electrical equipment.
• Higher-current auxiliary power switching.
• Electrical interlocking and multi-circuit control.
• Building automation and equipment control systems.
• Motor control auxiliary circuits, subject to appropriate load ratings.
• Electrical control equipment requiring manual functional testing.
• Power distribution and switching assemblies.
• Custom electronic control boards and industrial interfaces.