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62.32.8.012.4000 Finder Power relay 2pole 16A 12V
Finder 62.32.8.012.4000 is a 16 A industrial plug-in power relay with a 12 V AC coil, two changeover contacts, silver tin oxide contact material and Faston 187 terminals for reliable switching in industrial automation and electrical control panels.
Why Choose the Finder 62.32.8.012.4000 Industrial Power Relay?
The Finder 62.32.8.012.4000 is a robust 16 A industrial plug-in power relay designed for dependable electrical switching in industrial automation, machinery and control panel applications. Featuring a 12 V AC operating coil and two changeover contacts (DPDT / 2 CO), this relay allows two independent electrical circuits to be controlled from a single signal. As part of the established Finder 62 Series, it combines high-current switching capability with convenient plug-in installation.
The 62.32 configuration is designed for use with compatible Finder 92 Series relay sockets and features Faston 187 quick-connect terminals. This arrangement allows the relay to be removed or replaced without desoldering connections, making it particularly useful in industrial maintenance and control panel installations. The 4000 contact version incorporates silver tin oxide (AgSnO2) contacts, which are suited to demanding electrical switching applications, including appropriately rated loads with significant inrush currents.
With a 16 A rated contact current, 12 V AC coil supply and 4000 VA AC-1 switching capacity, the Finder 62.32.8.012.4000 provides a practical switching solution for industrial machinery, heating equipment, lighting control and electrical automation systems. Its two-pole changeover arrangement offers flexibility for electrical interlocking, auxiliary switching and control logic, while its plug-in construction supports straightforward servicing and replacement.
Key Advantages
- Robust 16 A industrial power relay for electrical switching and control applications.
- 12 V AC operating coil suitable for compatible low-voltage AC control circuits.
- DPDT (2 CO) contact configuration provides two independent changeover circuits.
- Silver tin oxide (AgSnO2) contacts support dependable switching of demanding electrical loads.
- 4000 VA AC-1 rated switching capacity for resistive loads.
- Plug-in construction allows convenient relay replacement and maintenance.
- Faston 187 quick-connect terminals provide compatibility with suitable sockets and connectors.
- Finder 92 Series socket compatibility supports integration into industrial control panels.
- Two changeover contacts provide normally open and normally closed switching functions.
- Reinforced insulation between the coil and contact circuits supports electrical separation.
- Suitable for industrial machinery, electrical control equipment and automation installations.
Key Features
- Finder 62 Series industrial power relay.
- 62.32 two-pole plug-in configuration.
- 16 A rated contact current.
- 12 V AC nominal coil voltage.
- 50/60 Hz AC coil operation.
- 2 CO / DPDT changeover contact arrangement.
- 250 V AC rated contact voltage.
- 400 V AC maximum switching voltage.
- 4000 VA rated switching capacity for AC-1 resistive loads.
- 750 VA AC-15 rated switching capacity at 230 V AC.
- Silver tin oxide (AgSnO2) contact material.
- Two independent changeover contact circuits.
- Non-latching electromagnetic relay operation.
- Faston 187 terminals measuring 4.8 × 0.5 mm.
- Plug-in mounting with compatible Finder 92 Series sockets.
- Reinforced insulation between coil and contacts.
- 6 mm clearance and 8 mm creepage distance between coil and contacts.
- Suitable for control panel installation, industrial automation and equipment maintenance.
Reliable Two-Pole Changeover Switching for Industrial Control
The Finder 62.32.8.012.4000 uses an electromagnetic mechanism to control two independent changeover circuits. When its 12 V AC coil is energised, each common contact transfers from its normally closed position to its normally open position. When coil power is removed, the relay returns to its normal contact arrangement. This DPDT configuration is useful for electrical interlocking, switching between alternative circuits, control logic and auxiliary equipment operation.
Unlike PCB-mounted versions in the Finder 62 Series, the 62.32 plug-in design features Faston 187 terminals and can be installed in compatible Finder 92 Series sockets. This makes the relay particularly convenient for industrial control cabinets where components may require periodic inspection or replacement. Its 16 A contact rating and AgSnO2 contact material support a range of industrial power switching duties, provided the load type, inrush current and electrical ratings are assessed for the intended application.
Typical Applications
- Industrial automation and machinery control systems.
- Electrical control panels and industrial distribution cabinets.
- Low-voltage AC control circuits.
- Industrial heating equipment and temperature controllers.
- Lighting control and electrical switching systems.
- Electrical interlocking and control logic circuits.
- Auxiliary switching in industrial machinery.
- Manufacturing and production equipment.
- Building services and HVAC control systems.
- Electrical power management equipment.
- OEM machinery and industrial control assemblies.
- Maintenance replacement in compatible Finder 92 Series relay sockets.
Technical Specifications
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| Device Type | Power Relay | |
|---|---|---|
| Terminal Type | Faston / flat-pin | |
| Load Voltage | 400 V AC | |
| Mounting Type | Plug-in socket | |
| Switching Current (A) | 16 A | |
| Manufacturer | Finder | |
| Series | 62 Series Power Relays | |
| Model | 62.32.8.012.4000 | |
| Product type | Industrial plug-in electromagnetic power relay | |
| Contact configuration | DPDT / 2 CO (two changeover contacts) | |
| Number of poles | 2 | |
| Contact arrangement | Two independent normally open/normally closed changeover circuits | |
| Rated contact current | 16 A | |
| Rated contact voltage | 250 V AC | |
| Maximum switching voltage | 400 V AC | |
| Rated switching load (AC-1) | 4000 VA | |
| Rated switching load (AC-15 at 230 V AC) | 750 VA | |
| Single-phase motor rating at 230 V AC | 0.8 kW | |
| Nominal coil voltage | 12 V AC | |
| Coil frequency | 50/60 Hz | |
| Coil type | AC, non-latching | |
| Contact material | Silver tin oxide (AgSnO2) | |
| Coil-to-contact impulse withstand voltage | 6 kV | |
| Coil-to-contact insulation | Reinforced | |
| Coil-to-contact clearance | 6 mm | |
| Coil-to-contact creepage distance | 8 mm | |
| Mounting type | Plug-in / socket mounting | |
| Compatible socket family | Finder 92 Series, subject to socket model and contact configuration | |
| Terminal type | Faston 187 quick-connect terminals | |
| Terminal dimensions | 4.8 × 0.5 mm | |
| Relay body dimensions | Approximately 35.8 × 38.2 × 49.1 mm | |
| Relay operation | Electromagnetic, monostable | |
| Coil version code | 8 (AC coil) | |
| Contact material code | 4 (AgSnO2) | |
| Contact circuit code | 0 (changeover contacts) | |
| Configuration | 4000 (AgSnO2 changeover contact version) | |
| Installation | Compatible plug-in socket or appropriately specified quick-connect arrangement |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Finder 62.32.8.012.4000 used for?
The Finder 62.32.8.012.4000 is a 16 A industrial plug-in power relay used for electrical switching in automation systems, machinery, heating equipment and control panels. Its two changeover contacts allow two independent circuits to be controlled from a single coil signal.
What coil voltage does the Finder 62.32.8.012.4000 require?
The relay operates with a nominal 12 V AC coil supply at 50/60 Hz. It is intended for compatible low-voltage AC control systems and should not be connected directly to a DC supply or a different nominal coil voltage.
What is the contact rating of the Finder 62.32.8.012.4000?
The relay features two changeover contacts rated at 16 A, with a rated contact voltage of 250 V AC and a maximum switching voltage of 400 V AC. Its rated switching capacity for AC-1 resistive loads is 4000 VA. Actual permissible switching loads depend on the load category, voltage and operating conditions.
What is the difference between the Finder 62.32.8.012.4000 and 62.22.8.012.4000?
Both relays belong to the Finder 62 Series and use a 12 V AC coil with two changeover contacts. The main difference is the mounting arrangement: the 62.32.8.012.4000 is a plug-in relay with Faston 187 terminals for compatible sockets, while the 62.22.8.012.4000 is designed for direct PCB mounting. Their connection arrangements are therefore not interchangeable without changes to the installation.
How is the Finder 62.32.8.012.4000 installed?
The relay is designed for plug-in mounting using compatible Finder 92 Series sockets. It features Faston 187 quick-connect terminals measuring 4.8 × 0.5 mm. When fitted to an appropriate DIN rail-compatible socket, it can be installed in industrial control panels and replaced without desoldering. The socket must be selected to match the relay's contact arrangement and electrical requirements.
Trusted by Industrial Automation Engineers Worldwide
Finder 62 Series power relays provide dependable switching solutions for industrial machinery, electrical control equipment and automation systems. With two independent changeover contacts, a 16 A rated contact current, silver tin oxide contact material and convenient plug-in mounting, the Finder 62.32.8.012.4000 offers a practical solution for electrical engineers, control panel builders and industrial maintenance professionals.
