Finder 094.91.3 – 94 Series Sockets for 55 Series relays – Accessory

Why Choose the Finder 094.91.3 Plastic Retaining and Release Clip?

The Finder 094.91.3 is a blue plastic retaining and release clip designed to secure compatible Finder 55 Series industrial relays in their associated Finder 94 Series relay sockets. This purpose-designed accessory combines mechanical retention with a convenient release mechanism, helping simplify relay installation, identification and maintenance in industrial electrical control panels.

Unlike conventional retaining clips that primarily hold a relay in position, the Finder 094.91.3 provides a retaining and release function. It helps keep the plug-in relay correctly seated during normal operation while allowing maintenance personnel to release the relay when inspection, testing or replacement is required.

Manufactured from durable blue plastic, the Finder 094.91.3 is suitable for selected Finder 94 Series sockets, including the 94.02, 94.03, 94.04, 94.82.3, 94.84.3, 94.92.3 and 94.94.3 types. It is also compatible with specified push-in and screwless terminal socket arrangements, making it a practical accessory for panel builders, OEM manufacturers and electrical maintenance engineers.

Key Advantages

• Purpose-designed plastic retaining and release clip for Finder 55 Series relays.
• Helps secure compatible plug-in relays within Finder 94 Series sockets.
• Integrated release function simplifies relay removal during maintenance.
• Provides an alternative to conventional metal retaining clips.
• Blue plastic construction matches compatible blue Finder socket assemblies.
• Supports reliable mechanical positioning of industrial plug-in relays.
• Suitable for selected 2-pole, 3-pole and 4-pole Finder 55 Series relay installations.
• Compatible with multiple Finder 94 Series socket configurations.
• Supports relay identification using compatible marker tags.
• Helps simplify inspection, troubleshooting and replacement procedures.
• Requires no separate electrical connections or power supply.
• Suitable for industrial automation, machinery control and OEM electrical panel assembly.

Key Features

• Finder 94 Series relay socket accessory.
• Plastic retaining and release clip.
• Colour: Blue.
• Designed for compatible Finder 55 Series industrial relays.
• Supports mechanical retention of plug-in relays.
• Release lever functionality facilitates relay removal.
• Compatible with selected Finder screw terminal, push-in terminal and screwless terminal sockets.
• Suitable for compatible Finder 55.32, 55.33 and 55.34 relay installations.
• Designed for use with specified blue Finder 94 Series socket configurations.
• Supports the use of Finder 060.48 marker tags for relay identification.
• Compatible marker tag dimensions: 6 × 12 mm.
• Passive mechanical accessory without integrated electrical switching contacts.
• No separate electrical supply required.
• RoHS-compliant.
• Alternative black version available as Finder 094.91.30.

Secure Relay Retention with Convenient Release Functionality

Plug-in industrial relays are widely used in electrical control systems because they can be installed and replaced without disconnecting the wiring from their sockets. This modular arrangement supports efficient maintenance, particularly in automation panels containing multiple switching and control circuits.

However, the relay must remain correctly seated in its socket during normal equipment operation. The Finder 094.91.3 retaining and release clip provides a dedicated mechanical solution for securing compatible Finder 55 Series relays in selected Finder 94 Series sockets.

The clip helps maintain the relay's intended mechanical position while providing a convenient means of releasing the relay when replacement or servicing is required. This combination is particularly useful in industrial installations where relay access and component replacement are routine maintenance activities.

Its blue plastic construction is designed to complement compatible blue Finder socket assemblies. Finder also provides the 094.91.30 black retaining and release clip for corresponding black socket configurations.

The Finder 094.91.3 is a mechanical accessory rather than an electrical switching component. It does not alter the relay's contact rating, coil voltage, operating characteristics or electrical protection requirements.

Designed for Finder 55 Series Industrial Relays

The Finder 55 Series includes general-purpose industrial plug-in relays available in different contact configurations. These relays are commonly used for control, signalling and interface applications in electrical panels and industrial machinery.

The Finder 094.91.3 retaining and release clip is suitable for compatible socket assemblies used with the 55.32, 55.33 and 55.34 relay types. The exact combination depends on the selected Finder 94 Series socket and its intended relay configuration.

Finder specifies the accessory for several screw terminal socket types, including the 94.02, 94.03 and 94.04, as well as selected box clamp, push-in terminal and screwless terminal sockets.

This compatibility across multiple socket configurations makes the Finder 094.91.3 useful for installations that standardise on Finder 55 Series industrial relays while using different socket connection technologies.

Before fitting the clip, the installer should confirm compatibility with the exact relay and socket model. Similar-looking Finder accessories are not necessarily interchangeable, particularly where socket dimensions or retention arrangements differ.

Relay Identification with Compatible Marker Tags

In addition to its retaining and release function, the Finder 094.91.3 supports relay identification using compatible Finder 060.48 marker tags.

These marker tags provide a 6 × 12 mm identification area and are supplied in sheets for suitable thermal transfer printing systems. They allow installers to add relay references, circuit numbers or other equipment identification markings.

Clear identification is particularly useful in industrial control panels containing numerous similar relay assemblies. Correctly labelled components help engineers locate the appropriate relay during testing, fault finding and maintenance.

The combination of a dedicated retaining clip and compatible identification tag system supports organised panel construction without requiring separate identification plates for every relay position.

Installation and Maintenance Considerations

The Finder 094.91.3 is intended to be installed as part of a compatible Finder relay and socket assembly. Before fitting or removing the accessory, the electrical supply should be isolated and the installation made safe according to the applicable electrical maintenance procedures.

The relay should be correctly positioned within its socket before the retaining clip is engaged. The clip must be fitted using the intended retention points and should not be forced into an incompatible socket arrangement.

During maintenance, the release mechanism can be used to facilitate relay removal. Once the relay has been replaced, the clip should be checked to ensure that it provides effective mechanical retention.

Any retaining clip showing visible damage, deformation or impaired release operation should be replaced with a compatible manufacturer accessory.

The Finder 094.91.3 does not replace correct socket mounting, electrical terminal tightening, circuit protection or compliance with the manufacturer's relay installation instructions.

Typical Applications

• Mechanical retention of Finder 55 Series plug-in relays.
• Finder 94 Series relay socket installations.
• Industrial electrical control panels and automation cabinets.
• PLC interface and industrial switching systems.
• Manufacturing machinery and production line control equipment.
• Motor control and auxiliary switching circuits.
• Building automation and HVAC control panels.
• Industrial process control and monitoring systems.
• OEM electrical equipment manufacturing.
• Maintenance and replacement of industrial plug-in relays.
• Relay identification using compatible Finder marker tags.
• Electrical panel refurbishment and component servicing.