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Finder 90.83.3SMA – 90 Series Sockets for 60 Series relays
Finder 90.83.3SMA is a blue DIN rail or panel mounted relay socket for Finder 60.13 three-pole changeover relays, featuring 10 A and 250 V ratings, box-clamp screw terminals and IP20 protection for industrial control panel applications.
£5.27
Why Choose the Finder 90.83.3SMA Relay Socket?
The Finder 90.83.3SMA is a DIN rail and panel mounted relay socket designed for use with Finder 60.13 Series three-pole changeover relays. Part of the Finder 90 Series, this blue relay socket provides a practical, removable connection interface between a plug-in electromechanical relay and the wiring of an industrial control panel.
Featuring box-clamp screw terminals, a 10 A rated current and a 250 V rated voltage, the Finder 90.83.3SMA is suitable for industrial automation, machinery control, electrical distribution and auxiliary switching applications. Its compatibility with 35 mm DIN rail mounting makes it straightforward to integrate into control cabinets alongside other modular electrical components.
The socket offers IP20 protection, 2 kV AC dielectric strength and an operating temperature range of -40 to +70 °C. Designed for Finder 60.13 relays, it allows a compatible relay to be removed or replaced without disconnecting the socket's field wiring, helping simplify installation, servicing and maintenance.
Key Advantages
- Designed for Finder 60.13 relays: Provides a dedicated connection interface for compatible three-pole changeover relays.
- 10 A rated current: Supports suitable industrial control and auxiliary switching circuits.
- 250 V rated voltage: Suitable for compatible electrical control installations.
- DIN rail or panel mounting: Offers installation flexibility inside electrical enclosures.
- Box-clamp screw terminals: Provide secure conductor connections and convenient wiring access.
- Replaceable plug-in relay: Allows the relay to be removed from its socket without disturbing permanently connected wiring.
- 2 kV AC dielectric strength: Provides specified electrical insulation performance.
- IP20 protection: Suitable for installation inside appropriately protected control cabinets.
- Wide operating temperature range: Supports operation from -40 to +70 °C.
- Blue housing: Provides a recognisable Finder relay socket format for panel identification.
Key Features
- Finder 90 Series plug-in relay socket.
- Model 90.83.3SMA.
- Compatible with Finder 60.13 Series relays.
- Suitable for three-pole changeover relay connections.
- 11-pin relay interface for compatible 60.13 relays.
- 10 A / 250 V electrical rating.
- Box-clamp screw terminal connection system.
- 35 mm DIN rail or panel mounting.
- 2 kV AC dielectric strength.
- IP20 protection category.
- -40 to +70 °C ambient operating temperature.
- 0.8 Nm specified terminal tightening torque.
- Blue insulating socket housing.
- Compatible with Finder 090.33 metal retaining clip.
- Designed for industrial control panel wiring and relay replacement.
Reliable Plug-In Relay Connections for Industrial Control Panels
The Finder 90.83.3SMA provides the electrical and mechanical interface required to install a compatible Finder 60.13 three-pole changeover relay into an industrial control system. The socket's screw terminals connect the external wiring to the relay's coil and switching contacts, while its plug-in interface enables the relay to be inserted or removed as a separate component.
This arrangement is particularly useful in applications where relays require periodic inspection, testing or replacement. Rather than disconnecting individual conductors from the relay, maintenance personnel can remove the plug-in device from the socket after safely isolating the circuit. The socket itself does not perform switching or timing functions; these depend on the installed relay. The 10 A, 250 V socket rating must be considered alongside the electrical ratings of the selected Finder 60.13 relay and the connected load.
Typical Applications
- Industrial automation and machinery control panels.
- Finder 60.13 relay mounting and wiring installations.
- Electrical control cabinet assembly and maintenance.
- Industrial process control and auxiliary switching.
- Motor starter auxiliary control circuits.
- Building automation and HVAC control panels.
- Industrial lighting control and signalling systems.
- OEM machinery and equipment manufacturing.
- Electrical distribution and switchgear auxiliary circuits.
- Relay replacement and maintenance installations.
- Control systems requiring three-pole changeover relays.
Technical Specifications
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| Device Type | Relay Socket | |
|---|---|---|
| Switching Current (A) | 10 A | |
| Manufacturer | Finder | |
| Series | 90 Series | |
| Product code | 90.83.3SMA | |
| Socket type | Plug-in electromechanical relay socket | |
| Compatible relay series | Finder 60.13 | |
| Compatible relay configuration | 3 CO / 3PDT | |
| Relay connection | 11-pin interface | |
| Rated current | 10 A | |
| Rated voltage | 250 V | |
| Dielectric strength | 2 kV AC | |
| Terminal technology | Screw terminals with box clamps | |
| Mounting arrangement | Panel or DIN rail | |
| DIN rail size | 35 mm | |
| DIN rail standard | EN 60715 | |
| Protection category | IP20 | |
| Ambient operating temperature | -40 to +70 °C | |
| Terminal tightening torque | 0.8 Nm | |
| Maximum solid conductor size | 1 × 6 mm² or 2 × 4 mm² | |
| Maximum stranded conductor size | 1 × 6 mm² or 2 × 4 mm² | |
| Conductor size reference | 1 × AWG 10 or 2 × AWG 14 | |
| Housing colour | Blue | |
| Compatible retaining clip | Finder 090.33 | |
| Product family | Sockets and accessories for Finder 60 Series relays | |
| RoHS compliance | Compliant |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Finder 90.83.3SMA used for?
The Finder 90.83.3SMA is a relay socket designed to mount and electrically connect compatible Finder 60.13 Series relays inside industrial control panels and electrical enclosures.
Which relays are compatible with the Finder 90.83.3SMA?
The socket is designed for Finder 60.13 Series three-pole changeover relays. The exact relay variant should be selected according to the required coil voltage, contact rating and control application.
What are the voltage and current ratings of the socket?
The Finder 90.83.3SMA has a rated current of 10 A and a rated voltage of 250 V. The complete relay assembly must operate within the ratings of both the socket and the installed relay.
Can the Finder 90.83.3SMA be mounted on a DIN rail?
Yes. The socket supports 35 mm DIN rail mounting in accordance with EN 60715 and can also be installed using a suitable panel mounting arrangement.
What type of terminals does this relay socket use?
The socket features box-clamp screw terminals for secure conductor connections. Finder specifies a terminal tightening torque of 0.8 Nm.
What is the protection rating of the Finder 90.83.3SMA?
The socket has an IP20 protection category and is intended for installation within an appropriately protected electrical enclosure.
Does the Finder 90.83.3SMA include a relay?
The 90.83.3SMA is a relay socket, not an electromechanical relay. A compatible Finder 60.13 relay is required to provide the switching function.
What is the purpose of the Finder 090.33 retaining clip?
The Finder 090.33 metal retaining clip is used to help secure a compatible relay in its socket. The clip is identified by Finder as an accessory for the 90.83.3 socket family.
What is the difference between the Finder 90.82.3 and 90.83.3 sockets?
The 90.82.3 is intended for Finder 60.12 two-pole changeover relays, while the 90.83.3 is intended for Finder 60.13 three-pole changeover relays. The relay connection arrangements are therefore different.
What operating temperature range does this socket support?
The Finder 90.83.3 socket family is specified for ambient temperatures from -40 to +70 °C, subject to the installation conditions and the ratings of the installed relay.
Can a relay be replaced without disconnecting the socket wiring?
Yes. The plug-in design allows a compatible Finder 60.13 relay to be removed and replaced without disconnecting the socket's fixed wiring. The electrical supply must be safely isolated before maintenance.
Trusted by Industrial Automation Engineers and Electrical Panel Builders
Finder 90 Series relay sockets provide practical mounting and connection solutions for industrial electromechanical relays. The Finder 90.83.3SMA combines compatibility with Finder 60.13 three-pole changeover relays, 10 A / 250 V electrical ratings, secure box-clamp screw terminals and flexible DIN rail or panel mounting, making it a dependable choice for electrical panel builders, automation engineers, OEM equipment manufacturers and industrial maintenance teams.
