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62.83.8.024.4040 Finder Power relay 3 pole 16A 24V
Finder 62.83.8.024.4040 is a 16 A three-pole changeover industrial power relay with a 24 V AC coil, silver tin oxide contacts, mechanical indicator, test button and Faston 250 terminals for industrial automation and electrical control applications.
Why Choose the Finder 62.83.8.024.4040 Power Relay?
The Finder 62.83.8.024.4040 is a robust and reliable 16 A industrial electromechanical power relay designed for switching electrical loads in industrial automation, machinery and electrical control systems. As part of the established Finder 62 Series power relay range, this three-pole relay combines dependable switching performance with a 24 V AC operating coil and a practical flange-mounted design.
Featuring a three-pole double-throw (3PDT / 3 Form C) contact configuration, the relay provides three independent changeover contacts operated simultaneously by a single coil. Its silver tin oxide (AgSnO₂) contact material supports dependable electrical switching, while the mechanical indicator and test button assist with commissioning, inspection and maintenance.
With a 16 A rated contact current, 250 V AC rated contact voltage and 24 V AC coil supply, the Finder 62.83.8.024.4040 is suitable for industrial control panels, production machinery, lighting control and automation equipment. Its Faston 250 quick-connect terminals and rear flange mounting arrangement allow secure installation and straightforward integration into industrial electrical systems.
Key Advantages
- Reliable 16 A industrial power relay for automation and electrical control applications.
- 24 V AC operating coil compatible with suitable low-voltage AC control circuits.
- Three changeover contacts (3PDT / 3 Form C) for flexible switching of multiple electrical circuits.
- Silver tin oxide (AgSnO₂) contact material for dependable switching performance.
- Mechanical indicator for convenient visual inspection of relay operation.
- Manual test button to assist with commissioning and maintenance.
- Faston 250 quick-connect terminals for straightforward electrical connections.
- Rear flange mounting for secure installation on suitable panels and mounting surfaces.
- Reinforced insulation between coil and contacts for electrical separation.
- Three-pole switching capability reduces the need for multiple individual relays in suitable control applications.
- Robust electromechanical construction designed for industrial environments.
Key Features
- Finder 62 Series industrial power relay.
- 16 A rated contact switching current.
- 24 V AC nominal coil voltage.
- 50/60 Hz AC coil operation.
- Three-pole changeover contact arrangement (3PDT).
- 250 V AC rated contact voltage.
- 400 V AC maximum switching voltage.
- Silver tin oxide (AgSnO₂) contacts.
- Mechanical indicator and test button for convenient inspection and manual operation.
- Faston 250 terminals measuring 6.3 × 0.8 mm.
- Rear flange mounting for chassis and panel installation.
- 2.2 VA nominal AC coil consumption.
- 90 mA nominal coil current.
- 74 Ω nominal coil resistance.
- Reinforced coil-to-contact insulation.
- Non-latching electromechanical switching operation.
- Suitable for industrial automation, machinery and electrical control applications.
Reliable Three-Pole Switching for Industrial Automation
Industrial power relays such as the Finder 62.83.8.024.4040 provide electrically operated switching between control circuits and connected electrical loads. When the 24 V AC coil is energised, the relay changes the state of its three changeover contacts, transferring each common connection from its normally closed path to its normally open path. When the coil is de-energised, the contacts return to their normal positions.
The Finder 62 Series is designed for dependable switching in industrial machinery and automation systems. Its 3PDT contact configuration offers flexibility for applications requiring three independent circuits to be switched simultaneously, including auxiliary control functions, electrical interlocking and multi-circuit control arrangements. The silver tin oxide contacts provide a durable switching interface when operated within the specified electrical ratings.
The manual test button and mechanical indicator help simplify commissioning and fault-finding by allowing technicians to operate and inspect the relay mechanism. The rear flange mounting arrangement provides secure installation, while the Faston 250 quick-connect terminals facilitate connection using compatible electrical receptacles. Manual operation should only be carried out when it is safe for personnel and connected equipment.
Typical Applications
- Industrial automation and electrical control panels.
- PLC-controlled switching and auxiliary control circuits.
- Industrial machinery and manufacturing equipment.
- Motor control and auxiliary switching applications.
- Lighting control and electrical load switching.
- Building automation and electrical installations.
- Conveyor systems and material handling equipment.
- Process control and production machinery.
- Heating, ventilation and industrial equipment control.
- Electrical distribution and multi-circuit switching systems.
- Industrial equipment maintenance and relay replacement.
- Applications requiring 24 V AC coil operation and three changeover contacts.
Technical Specifications
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| Device Type | Power Relay | |
|---|---|---|
| Terminal Type | Faston / flat-pin | |
| Load Voltage | 400 V AC | |
| Mounting Type | Panel | |
| Switching Current (A) | 16 A | |
| Manufacturer | Finder | |
| Series | 62 Series Power Relays | |
| Model | 62.83.8.024.4040 | |
| Product type | Electromechanical industrial power relay | |
| Contact configuration | 3PDT / 3 Form C | |
| Number of poles | 3 | |
| Number of changeover contacts | 3 | |
| Rated contact current | 16 A | |
| Rated contact voltage | 250 V AC | |
| Maximum switching voltage | 400 V AC | |
| Rated resistive load (AC1) | 4,000 VA per contact | |
| Rated inductive load (AC15 at 230 V AC) | 750 VA | |
| Nominal coil voltage | 24 V AC | |
| Coil frequency | 50/60 Hz | |
| Coil type | AC, non-latching | |
| Nominal coil consumption | 2.2 VA | |
| Nominal coil current | 90 mA | |
| Nominal coil resistance | 74 Ω | |
| Contact material | Silver tin oxide (AgSnO₂) | |
| Manual operation | Test button | |
| Contact indication | Mechanical indicator | |
| Mounting type | Chassis / panel mounting | |
| Mounting arrangement | Rear flange | |
| Terminal type | Faston 250 quick-connect | |
| Terminal dimensions | 6.3 × 0.8 mm | |
| Electrical connections | 3 changeover contact sets and 2 coil connections | |
| Operating temperature | −40 to +70 °C | |
| Mechanical endurance | 10 million operations | |
| Electrical endurance | 100,000 operations under rated resistive load conditions | |
| Coil-to-contact impulse withstand voltage | 6 kV | |
| Insulation | Reinforced insulation between coil and contacts | |
| Application | Industrial automation and electrical control circuits |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Finder 62.83.8.024.4040 used for?
The Finder 62.83.8.024.4040 is an industrial electromechanical power relay used to switch electrical loads in automation systems, machinery and electrical control panels. It uses a 24 V AC control supply to operate three independent changeover contacts.
What is the coil voltage of the Finder 62.83.8.024.4040?
The relay operates using a 24 V AC nominal coil supply at 50/60 Hz. Its nominal coil consumption is approximately 2.2 VA, with a nominal coil current of 90 mA and a coil resistance of 74 Ω.
What is the contact rating of this relay?
The Finder 62.83.8.024.4040 has a 16 A rated contact current and a 250 V AC rated contact voltage. The maximum switching voltage is 400 V AC. Actual permissible switching loads depend on the load type, operating conditions and applicable contact ratings.
How many contacts does the Finder 62.83.8.024.4040 have?
This relay features three changeover contacts (3PDT / 3 Form C). Each contact provides a common, normally open and normally closed connection, allowing three independent electrical circuits to be switched simultaneously.
Does the Finder 62.83.8.024.4040 include a manual test button?
The 4040 configuration incorporates a test button and mechanical indicator. These features assist with commissioning and maintenance by providing manual operation and visual indication of the relay mechanism's position.
How is the Finder 62.83.8.024.4040 mounted?
The relay belongs to the Finder 62.83 flange-mounted range, designed for chassis or panel installation. It features Faston 250 quick-connect terminals measuring 6.3 × 0.8 mm, allowing connection using compatible electrical receptacles.
What contact material is used in this relay?
The Finder 62.83.8.024.4040 uses silver tin oxide (AgSnO₂) contacts. This cadmium-free contact material provides dependable electrical switching performance for compatible industrial loads.
What is the expected service life of the Finder 62.83.8.024.4040?
The Finder 62 Series AC relay design offers a mechanical endurance of approximately 10 million operations and an electrical endurance of approximately 100,000 operations under rated resistive load conditions. Actual service life depends on switching frequency, electrical loading and environmental conditions.
What is the difference between the Finder 62.83.8.024.4040 and 62.83.8.012.4040?
The principal difference is the nominal coil voltage. The 62.83.8.024.4040 operates from a 24 V AC supply, while the 62.83.8.012.4040 operates from a 12 V AC supply. Both belong to the Finder 62 Series and provide three changeover contacts with a 16 A rated contact current. The coil voltages must be matched to the control supply when selecting a replacement.
Can the Finder 62.83.8.024.4040 switch three-phase electrical loads?
The relay has three independently operated changeover contacts, allowing three circuits to be switched simultaneously. Suitability for a particular three-phase load depends on its current, voltage, load category and switching characteristics. For motor power circuits, the relevant motor switching ratings and protection requirements must be checked rather than relying on the resistive contact rating alone.
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Finder 62 Series power relays are used in industrial automation, electrical control panels and machinery applications. The Finder 62.83.8.024.4040 combines dependable 16 A switching, a 24 V AC operating coil, three changeover contacts, mechanical indication and Faston quick-connect terminals to provide a versatile relay solution for industrial electrical control systems.
