Features
Contact Rating Configurable.
50.0 mm Glass length.
Inert gas filled.
Cropped Version available.
Benefits
Does not require power for operation.
Sputtered Contact.
RoHS Compliant.
Not ESD Sensitive.
The HW-5052 High Wattage Reed Switch is engineered for robust performance, capable of reliably switching loads up to 120W. Its physical durability and versatility make it suitable for a wide range of high wattage applications, ensuring consistent operation even under demanding conditions.
Available in two types of contact ratings, the HW-5052 caters to diverse operational requirements, providing flexibility to match specific application needs. This capability extends its usability across various industries, from industrial machinery to elevator and hoist systems, where its ability to function Normally Closed with a biased magnet proves particularly advantageous.
Customizable to meet specific operational needs, the HW-5052 high wattage reed switch can incorporate close differential characteristics, enhancing precision in switch actuation. In addition to the standard Normally Open configuration, it is also available in Normally Closed or latching forms, offering versatility in application design and integration.
Compliant with environmental regulations, the HW-5052 high wattage Reed Switch is completely Lead-free and adheres to the RoHS directive, ensuring environmental responsibility in manufacturing and use. The cropped lead version of the HW-5052 is designed for compact installations within smaller plastic housings, supporting efficient integration and direct soldering onto cables for streamlined assembly processes.
These features collectively position the HW-5052 High Wattage Reed Switch as a reliable choice across industries such as industrial automation, automotive controls, and medical equipment. Its combination of high power handling capacity, customisable configurations, and environmental compliance ensures dependable performance and longevity in critical applications requiring robust switching solutions.
⚡️ Electrical
| Parameters | Unit | Values |
| Contact Form | A | |
| Contact Rating (max) | W/VA | 120 |
| Switching Current (max) | A | 3.0 |
| Carry Current (max) | A | 5.0 |
| DC Switching Voltage (max) | VDC | 300 |
| AC Switching Voltage (max) | VAC | 240 |
| Breakdown Voltage (min) | VDC | 700 |
| Contact Resistance (max) | mΩ | 100 |
| Insulation Resistance (min) | Ω | 1010 |
| Capacitance (typ) | pF | 0.2 |
📊 Miscellaneous
| Parameters | Unit | Values |
| Operate Time (max) | ms | 4.0 |
| Bounce Time (max) | ms | 1.0 |
| Release Time (max) | ms | 0.4 |
| Resonance Frequency (typ) | Hz | >900 |
| Operating Frequency (max) | Hz | 185 |
| Operating Temperature | °C | -40 to +200 |
| Shock Resistance (½Sin wave for 11ms) | G | 50 |
| Vibration Resistance (10-2000Hz) | G | 20 |
| Test Coil Number | 717 102 001 |
⚙️ Ordering Code
HW-5052-(Contact Rating Code)-(Operate Band)-(Formation Code)
| Contact Rating Code | L | H | |
| Corresponding Contact Rating (max) | VA/W | 80 | 120 |
| Corresponding Switching Current (max) | A | 2.0 | 3.0 |
| Operate Band | AT | 70-120 | 70-120 |
| Corresponding Release Band | AT | 16-40 | 20-55 |
| Formation Code | Lead Type |
| Full Length Leads | |
| C | Cropped |
Examples: HW-5052-L-70-78 denotes 80W contact rating in 70-78 Operate Band (AT) band with Full Length leads. HW-5052-H-95-100-C denotes 120W Contact rating in 95-100 Operate Band (AT) with cropped leads.
Other Special Configurations: Lower Static Contact Resistance, Dynamic Contact Resistance Limit, Higher Insulation Resistance, Special Release Limits, Gold plated leads.
🛠️ Usage Notes
Here are some of the recommended usage notes to ensure maximum durability of this high wattage Reed Switch. The complete usage notes are available here.
🧰 Applications
Although we can never restrict the use of a reed switch to a particular field, the following is a list of some of the applications that the HW-5052 High Wattage reed switch is known to perform well.
