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Finder 46.52.9.006.0040 – 46 Series Miniature Industrial relays
Finder 46.52.9.006.0040 miniature industrial relay with a 6 V DC coil designation, two 8 A DPDT changeover contacts, lockable test button and mechanical indicator for electrical switching in compatible industrial automation and control applications.
£7.07
Why Choose the Finder 46.52.9.006.0040 Miniature Industrial Relay?
The Finder 46.52.9.006.0040 is a miniature electromechanical industrial relay designed for reliable switching in electrical control panels, machinery and automation equipment. Part of the established Finder 46 Series, the 46.52 relay platform combines a compact plug-in design with two changeover contacts, making it a practical choice for control circuits requiring dependable dual-pole switching.
Featuring a 6 V DC nominal operating coil and two changeover contacts (2 CO / DPDT), this relay is intended for applications where a low-voltage DC control signal must operate two separate switching circuits. The 8 A contact rating of the 46.52 platform makes it suitable for appropriately rated industrial and general-purpose electrical loads.
The .0040 configuration provides a lockable test button and mechanical indicator, supporting convenient inspection, commissioning and troubleshooting. Its plug-in terminals are designed for use with compatible relay sockets, allowing the relay to be replaced without rewiring the entire control circuit. The exact 6 V DC coil variant should be checked against the manufacturer's ordering data before final installation.
Key Advantages
- Compact Finder 46 Series miniature industrial relay for control and automation applications.
- 6 V DC nominal coil designation for low-voltage control circuits.
- Two changeover contacts (DPDT) allow two independent circuits to be switched simultaneously.
- 8 A rated contact current for suitable electrical loads.
- 250 V AC rated contact voltage for compatible industrial switching applications.
- Silver nickel (AgNi) contact technology used in the standard 46.52 contact configuration.
- Lockable test button assists commissioning and maintenance.
- Mechanical indicator provides a visible indication of relay operation.
- Socket-compatible construction supports convenient installation and replacement.
- Reinforced insulation between the coil and contacts supports electrical separation.
- Suitable for machinery, control panels and industrial automation interfaces.
Key Features
- Finder 46 Series miniature industrial relay.
- 46.52 double-pole changeover relay platform.
- 6 V DC nominal operating coil designation.
- 8 A rated contact current.
- 2 CO (DPDT / 2 Form C) contact configuration.
- 250 V AC rated contact voltage.
- 440 V AC maximum switching voltage for the standard 46.52 platform.
- 2000 VA AC1 rated switching capacity for resistive loads.
- Silver nickel (AgNi) standard contact material.
- Lockable test button and mechanical indicator.
- 6 kV coil-to-contact impulse withstand voltage.
- 8 mm coil-to-contact insulation distance.
- Monostable, non-latching electromechanical operation.
- Plug-in relay construction with compatible quick-connect terminals.
- Designed for suitable Finder 97 Series relay socket installations.
Low-Voltage DC Control with Dual Changeover Switching
The Finder 46.52.9.006.0040 is intended to provide electrical switching through an electromagnetic relay mechanism. When the correctly rated DC supply energises the coil, the internal armature operates both changeover contacts. Each contact transfers from its normally closed connection to its normally open connection, allowing the control circuit to operate two separate electrical paths.
The DPDT contact arrangement is useful for control logic, signal routing, auxiliary switching and applications where two switching operations must occur together. Each pole provides common, normally open and normally closed terminals, allowing flexible integration into industrial electrical control circuits.
The lockable test button and mechanical indicator make the 46.52 platform particularly convenient for panel maintenance and commissioning. The test button allows controlled manual operation of the contact mechanism, while the indicator assists visual inspection. Manual testing should only be carried out where energising connected equipment is safe, and the relay's coil supply and switching ratings should be verified against the exact manufacturer specification.
Typical Applications
- Industrial automation and machinery control circuits.
- Low-voltage DC relay control interfaces.
- Electrical control panels and industrial equipment.
- Dual-circuit switching and signal routing.
- Auxiliary control and interlocking circuits.
- Electronic equipment with compatible DC control supplies.
- PLC and controller interface applications.
- Industrial alarm and indication circuits.
- Building automation and electrical control systems.
- OEM machinery and control equipment manufacturing.
- Maintenance and replacement of compatible Finder 46 Series relays.
Technical Specifications
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| Device Type | Plug-in Relay | |
|---|---|---|
| Mounting Type | Plug-in socket | |
| Switching Current (A) | 8 A | |
| Load Voltage | 440 V AC | |
| Manufacturer | Finder | |
| Series | Finder 46 Series | |
| Model | 46.52.9.006.0040 | |
| Product type | Miniature industrial electromechanical relay | |
| Relay type | Monostable, non-latching electromagnetic | |
| Contact configuration | 2 CO (DPDT / 2 Form C) | |
| Number of poles | 2 | |
| Nominal coil voltage | 6 V DC, as indicated by the part-number designation | |
| Coil supply type | DC | |
| Rated contact current | 8 A | |
| Maximum peak contact current | 15 A | |
| Rated contact voltage | 250 V AC | |
| Maximum switching voltage | 440 V AC | |
| Rated AC1 switching capacity | 2000 VA | |
| Rated AC15 switching capacity | 350 VA at 230 V AC | |
| Single-phase motor rating | 0.37 kW at 230 V AC | |
| Standard contact material | Silver nickel (AgNi) | |
| Mechanical life | Up to 10 million cycles under specified conditions | |
| Electrical life at rated AC1 load | 100,000 cycles | |
| Typical operate time | 10 ms | |
| Typical release time | 3 ms | |
| Coil-to-contact insulation | Reinforced | |
| Coil-to-contact impulse withstand voltage | 6 kV | |
| Coil-to-contact dielectric strength | 4000 V AC | |
| Coil-to-contact insulation distance | 8 mm | |
| Dielectric strength between open contacts | 1000 V AC | |
| Ambient operating temperature | −40 to +70 °C | |
| Environmental protection | RT II, flux-proof | |
| Manual test facility | Lockable test button | |
| Status indication | Mechanical indicator | |
| Mounting type | Compatible relay socket | |
| Termination type | Plug-in / 2.8 mm quick-connect terminals | |
| Socket family | Finder 97 Series, subject to compatibility | |
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | approximately 29 × 12.4 × 32.8 mm | |
| Application category | Industrial automation and electrical control | |
| Coil resistance and operating voltage range | Require confirmation for this exact 6 V DC variant |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Finder 46.52.9.006.0040 used for?
The Finder 46.52.9.006.0040 is a miniature industrial electromechanical relay intended for switching electrical circuits in automation systems, machinery and control panels. Its two changeover contacts allow two separate circuits to be controlled through one DC operating coil.
What coil voltage does the Finder 46.52.9.006.0040 require?
The part-number designation 9.006 indicates a 6 V DC nominal coil. Because this exact coil variant is not included in the standard published 46.52 DC coil tables, its coil resistance, current and permissible operating voltage range should be confirmed against the manufacturer's documentation before use.
What is the contact current rating of this relay?
The Finder 46.52 platform has an 8 A rated contact current and a 250 V AC rated contact voltage. Its standard AC1 resistive switching capacity is 2000 VA. The allowable switching load depends on the electrical characteristics, inrush current and operating conditions.
Does the Finder 46.52.9.006.0040 have a test button?
The .0040 configuration denotes a lockable test button and mechanical indicator. These features help with inspection, commissioning and troubleshooting. The test button must only be operated when manual switching of the connected circuit is safe.
How is the Finder 46.52.9.006.0040 installed?
The relay uses a plug-in industrial relay design intended for compatible socket mounting. Suitable Finder 97 Series sockets may be used where the pin arrangement and electrical ratings match. The exact socket, terminal configuration and coil specification should be checked before installation.
Trusted by Industrial Automation Professionals Worldwide
Finder 46 Series miniature industrial relays are widely used in electrical control panels, automation equipment and machinery. The Finder 46.52.9.006.0040 combines the 46.52 dual-changeover contact platform with a low-voltage DC coil designation and practical manual testing features, providing a compact switching solution for compatible industrial control applications.
