VX Miniature Basic Switch Miniature Basic Switch with Low Operating Force and High Contact Reliability V X ● Wide variation extends from micro load to 5A switching current, with shapes identical to those of the V-series Miniature Basic Switch. ● Unique internal mechanism ensures the high contact reliability even in micro load operations. Applicable for detection of lightweight objects. RoHS Compliant Model Number Legend 1 VX-@ 1. Ratings 5 : 250 VAC 5 A 01 : 30 VDC 0.1 A 2. Actuator None : Pin plunger 1 : Short hinge lever 2 : Hinge lever 3 : Long hinge lever 4 : Simulated roller lever 5 : Short hinge roller lever 6 : Hinge roller lever 3. Lever mounting position None : Lever set distant from plunger (Standard Position) 2 @ 3 -@ 4 @ 5 @ 6 @ 4. Contact form 1 : SPDT 2 : SPST-NC 3 : SPST-NO 5. Terminals A : Solder terminals C2 : Quick Connect Terminal (#187) 6. Maximum Operating Force (OF) 2 : 0.25N {25 gf} (for pin plungers only) 3 : 0.49N {50 gf} Note. These values are for the pin plunger models. 8.1 K : Lever set close to plunger (Position K) 14.1 1 VX Miniature Basic Switch List of Models Actuator Terminals Solder terminals Pin plunger V X Quick Connect Terminal (#187) Short hinge lever Solder terminals Quick Connect Terminal (#187) Hinge lever Solder terminals Quick Connect Terminal (#187) Long hinge lever Solder terminals Quick Connect Terminal (#187) Simulated roller lever Solder terminals Quick Connect Terminal (#187) Short hinge roller lever Solder terminals Quick Connect Terminal (#187) Hinge roller lever Solder terminals Quick Connect Terminal (#187) Ratings 5A Contact Lever mounting position Standard Position Position K Form Maximum Operating Force (OF) SPDT VX-5-1A2 SPST-NC 0.25 N {25 gf} VX-5-2A2 SPST-NO VX-5-3A2 SPDT VX-5-1A3 SPST-NC 0.49 N {50 gf} VX-5-2A3 SPST-NO VX-5-3A3 SPDT VX-5-1C22 SPST-NC 0.25 N {25 gf} VX-5-2C22 SPST-NO VX-5-3C22 SPDT VX-5-1C23 SPST-NC 0.49 N {50 gf} VX-5-2C23 SPST-NO VX-5-3C23 VX-51-1A3 SPDT SPST-NC VX-51-2A3 SPST-NO VX-51-3A3 0.49 N {50 gf} SPDT VX-51-1C23 SPST-NC VX-51-2C23 SPST-NO VX-51-3C23 VX-52-1A3 SPDT SPST-NC VX-52-2A3 SPST-NO VX-52-3A3 0.29 N {30 gf} SPDT VX-52-1C23 SPST-NC VX-52-2C23 SPST-NO VX-52-3C23 VX-53-1A3 VX-53K-1A3 SPDT SPST-NC VX-53-2A3 VX-53K-2A3 SPST-NO VX-53-3A3 VX-53K-3A3 0.20 N {20 gf} SPDT VX-53-1C23 VX-53K-1C23 SPST-NC VX-53-2C23 VX-53K-2C23 SPST-NO VX-53-3C23 VX-53K-3C23 VX-54-1A3 VX-54K-1A3 SPDT SPST-NC VX-54-2A3 VX-54K-2A3 SPST-NO VX-54-3A3 VX-54K-3A3 0.29 N {30 gf} SPDT VX-54-1C23 VX-54K-1C23 SPST-NC VX-54-2C23 VX-54K-2C23 SPST-NO VX-54-3C23 VX-54K-3C23 VX-55-1A3 SPDT SPST-NC VX-55-2A3 SPST-NO VX-55-3A3 0.59 N {60 gf} SPDT VX-55-1C23 SPST-NC VX-55-2C23 SPST-NO VX-55-3C23 VX-56-1A3 VX-56K-1A3 SPDT SPST-NC VX-56-2A3 VX-56K-2A3 SPST-NO VX-56-3A3 VX-56K-3A3 0.29 N {30 gf} SPDT VX-56-1C23 VX-56K-1C23 SPST-NC VX-56-2C23 VX-56K-2C23 SPST-NO VX-56-3C23 VX-56K-3C23 0.1 A Standard Position Position K VX-01-1A2 VX-01-2A2 VX-01-3A2 VX-01-1A3 VX-01-2A3 VX-01-3A3 VX-01-1C22 VX-01-2C22 VX-01-3C22 VX-01-1C23 VX-01-2C23 VX-01-3C23 VX-011-1A3 VX-011-2A3 VX-011-3A3 VX-011-1C23 VX-011-2C23 VX-011-3C23 VX-012-1A3 VX-012-2A3 VX-012-3A3 VX-012-1C23 VX-012-2C23 VX-012-3C23 VX-013-1A3 VX-013-2A3 VX-013-3A3 VX-013-1C23 VX-013-2C23 VX-013-3C23 VX-014-1A3 VX-014-2A3 VX-014-3A3 VX-014-1C23 VX-014-2C23 VX-014-3C23 VX-015-1A3 VX-015-2A3 VX-015-3A3 VX-015-1C23 VX-015-2C23 VX-015-3C23 VX-016-1A3 VX-016-2A3 VX-016-3A3 VX-016-1C23 VX-016-2C23 VX-016-3C23 VX-013K-1A3 VX-013K-2A3 VX-013K-3A3 VX-013K-1C23 VX-013K-2C23 VX-013K-3C23 VX-014K-1A3 VX-014K-2A3 VX-014K-3A3 VX-014K-1C23 VX-014K-2C23 VX-014K-3C23 VX-016K-1A3 VX-016K-2A3 VX-016K-3A3 VX-016K-1C23 VX-016K-2C23 VX-016K-3C23 Contact Form ●SPDT ●SPST-NC ●SPST-NO NC NO COM NC NO COM Separator (Sold Separately), Actuator (Sold Separately), Terminal Connector (Sold Separately) 2 COM Refer to "Basic Switch Common Accessories" VX Miniature Basic Switch Contact Specifications Item Model VX-5 models VX-01 models Rivet Crossbar Permissible operating speed Gold alloy Permissible Mechanical operating Electrical frequency Specification Contact Material Characteristics Silver alloy Gap (standard value) Inrush current 0.5 mm Model 60 operations/min - Insulation resistance NO 15 A max. - Contact resistance (initial value) 5 VDC 160 mA 5 VDC 1 mA Dielectric strength *1 Ratings Item Model VX-5 models VX-01 models 250 VAC 5A 125 VAC 0.1 A 30 VDC 0.1 A Shock resistance Note. The above rating values apply under the following test conditions. (1) Ambient temperature: 20±2°C (2) Ambient humidity: 65±5% (3) Operating frequency: 30 operations/min 125 VAC 250 V VX-5 VX-01 5A 5A 0.1 A - - 0.1 A VX-5 VX-01 30 VDC Model Between terminals of the same polarity 1,000 VAC 50/60 Hz for 1 min Between current-carrying metal parts and ground 1,500 VAC 50/60 Hz for 1 min Between terminals and non-current-carrying metal parts 1,500 VAC 50/60 Hz for 1 min 400 m/s2 {approx. 40G} max. Malfunction *2 100 m/s2 {approx. 10G} max. Mechanical 50,000,000 operations min. 10,000,000 operations min. (60 operations/min) (60 operations/min) Electrical 500,000 operations min. (30 operations/min) Durability *3 Degree of protection Ambient operating humidity Weight 250VAC 5A - 125VAC 5A 0.1 A V X 10 to 55 Hz, 1.5 mm double amplitude Durability Ambient operating temperature 1,000,000 operations min. (30 operations/min) IEC IP40 Class I 175 -25 to 105°C (at ambient humidity of 60% max.) (with no icing or condensation) 85% max. (for 5 to 35°C) Approx. 6.2 g (pin plunger models) Note. The data given above are initial values. *1. The values for dielectric strength shown are for models with a Separator (refer to "Micro Switch Common Accessories"). *2. For the pin plunger models, the above values apply for use at the free position and total travel position. For the lever models, they apply at the total travel position. Close or open circuit of the contact is 1 ms max. *3. For testing conditions, consult your OMRON sales representative. VDE (EN61058-1) Rated voltage 50 mΩ max. Proof tracking index (PTI) UL (UL1054)/CSA (CSA C22.2 No.55) Model 30 mΩ max. Degree of protection against electric shock Approved Safety Standards Rated voltage 100 MΩ min. (at 500 VDC with insulation tester) Vibration Malfunction resistance *2 Resistive load Rated voltage VX-01 models 600 operations/min (for pin plunger models) 15 A max. Please refer to "Using Micro Loads" in "●Precautions" for more information on the minimum applicable load. VX-5 models 0.1 mm to 1 m/s (for pin plunger models) NC Minimum applicable load (reference value) * * Item Testing conditions: 5E4 (50,000 operations) T105 (0 to 105°C) Terminals/Appearances Solder terminals Mounting Holes (Unit: mm) (Unit: mm) Quick Connect Terminal (#187) (5.5) (5.5) (6.5) (6.5) 2.9 t=0.5 (10) 3-Solder terminals 2-3.1 dia. mounting holes or M3 screw holes 10.3±0.1 2.9 t=0.5 (10) 3-Quick Connect Terminal (#187) 6.35 3.2* 4.75±0.1 2.4 dia. 1.6 dia. 22.2±0.1 6.35 3.2 4.75±0.1 1.6 dia. terminal holes * This indicates the length to the center of 1.6 dia. hole. Note. The above is for the SPDT contact specifications. 3 VX Miniature Basic Switch Dimensions (Unit: mm) and Operating Characteristics The following illustrations and drawings are for solder terminals. Illustrations for Quick Connect Terminal (#187) are omitted. For details, refer to "Terminals/Appearances" on previous page. The @ is replaced with the code for the terminals. See the "List of Models" for available combinations of shapes. ●Pin plunger VX-5-1@2 VX-5-1@3 VX-01-1@2 VX-01-1@3 PT A 20.2±0.25 2.8 2.8 OP 10.3±0.1 V X 3.4±0.15 dia. 22.2±0.1 2.8 27.8 Operating Force Releasing Force ●Short hinge lever (Standard Position) VX-51-1@3 VX-011-1@3 10.3 8.1 4.3 2.8 3.1+0.13 -0.03 dia. holes 15.9 18.8 3.1+0.13 -0.03 3.4±0.15 dia. 22.2±0.1 27.8 2.8 37.8±0.8 t=0.5* 35.6±0.8 A (10) 8.1 10.3 3-Solder terminals * Stainless-steel lever 3.1+0.13 -0.03 dia. holes 2.8 OP 10.3±0.1 4.3 2.8 15.9 18.8 3.1+0.13 -0.03 3.4±0.15 dia. 22.2±0.1 27.8 2.8 37.8±0.8 8.1 (10) 10.3 4.3 2.8 15.9 18.8 3.4±0.15 dia. 22.2±0.1 2.8 27.8 (10) 37.8±0.8 Operating Characteristics VX-51-1@3 VX-011-1@3 Operating Force Releasing Force OF RF Max. Min. 0.49 N {50 gf} 0.04 N {4 gf} (reference value) Pretravel Overtravel Movement Differential PT OT MD Max. Min. Max. 1.6 mm 0.8 mm 0.5 mm Operating Position OP 15.2±0.5 mm Note. The indicated reference values of RF are for cases where the lever weight is not applied to the plunger. Model VX-52-1@3 VX-012-1@3 Operating Characteristics Operating Force Releasing Force OF RF Max. Min. 0.29 N {30 gf} - Pretravel Overtravel Movement Differential PT OT MD Max. Min. Max. 4.0 mm 1.6 mm 0.8 mm Operating Position OP 15.2±1.2 mm Model VX-53-1@3 VX-013-1@3 Operating Characteristics Operating Force Releasing Force OF RF Max. Min. 0.20 N {20 gf} - Pretravel Overtravel Movement Differential PT OT MD Max. Min. Max. 9.0 mm 3.2 mm 2.0 mm Operating Position OP 15.2±2.6 mm 10.3 3-Solder terminals * Stainless-steel lever t=0.5* 65.4±0.8 4.3 2.8 14.1 3.1+0.13 -0.03 dia. holes 10.3±0.1 3.1+0.13 -0.03 15.9 18.8 3.4±0.15 dia. 22.2±0.1 2.8 27.8 (10) 37.8±0.8 10.3 3-Solder terminals * Stainless-steel lever Note 1. Unless otherwise specified, a tolerance of ±0.4 mm applies to all dimensions. Note 2. The operating characteristics are for operation in the A direction ( ). Model Operating Characteristics 2.8 4 14.7±0.4 mm * Stainless-steel lever 3.1+0.13 -0.03 dia. holes 2.8 OP 10.3±0.1 3.1+0.13 -0.03 1.2 mm 1.0 mm 0.3 mm 3-Solder terminals t=0.5* 59.4±0.8 PT OP OP Model 2.8 OP 10.3±0.1 ●Long hinge lever (Position K) VX-53K-1@3 A VX-013K-1@3 PT Operating Position t=0.5* 22.1 A PT ●Long hinge lever (Standard Position) VX-53-1@3 A VX-013-1@3 OF Max. 0.25 N {25 gf} 0.49 N {50 gf} RF Min. 0.03 N {3 gf} 0.05 N {5 gf} Pretravel PT Max. Overtravel OT Min. Movement Differential MD Max. 3-Solder terminals VX-5-1@3 VX-01-1@3 (10) 37.8±0.8 ●Hinge lever (Standard Position) VX-52-1@3 PT VX-012-1@3 Operating Characteristics 15.9 18.8 3.1+0.13 -0.03 Model VX-5-1@2 VX-01-1@2 4.2 2.8 3.1+0.13 -0.03 dia. holes VX-53K-1@3 VX-013K-1@3 Operating Force Releasing Force OF RF Max. Min. 0.12 N {12 gf} - Pretravel Overtravel Movement Differential PT OT MD Max. Min. Max. 15.0 mm 5.0 mm 4.2 mm Operating Position OP 15.2±4.4 mm VX Miniature Basic Switch ●Simulated roller lever (Standard Position) VX-54-1@3 R3.5 t=0.5* VX-014-1@3 PT A 32.6±0.8 4.3 2.8 8.1 3.1+0.13 -0.03 dia. holes 2.8 OP 10.3±0.1 15.9 18.8 3.1+0.13 -0.03 3.4±0.15 dia. 22.2±0.1 27.8 37.8±0.8 ●Simulated roller lever (Position K) VX-54K-1@3 R3.5 VX-014K-1@3 PT A 38.6±0.8 t=0.5* 2.8 (10) 4.3 2.8 15.9 18.8 3.4±0.15 dia. 22.2±0.1 27.8 37.8±0.8 2.8 (10) Max. Min. 0.29 N {30 gf} 0.02 N {2 gf} Pretravel Overtravel Movement Differential PT OT MD Max. Min. Max. 4.0 mm 1.6 mm 0.8 mm Operating Position OP 18.7±1.2 mm V X Model VX-54K-1@3 VX-014K-1@3 Operating Characteristics Operating Force Releasing Force OF RF Max. Min. 0.18 N {18 gf} (0.01 N {1 gf}) Pretravel Overtravel Movement Differential PT OT MD Max. Min. Max. 7.2 mm 2.5 mm 2.0 mm Operating Position OP 18.7±2.2 mm 10.3 3-Solder terminals * Stainless-steel lever ●Short hinge roller lever (Standard Position) VX-55-1@3 t=0.5 *1 PT 20.1 VX-015-1@3 A 8.1 4.8x4.8 *2 dia. 5.1 3.1+0.13 -0.03 dia. holes 2.8 OF RF * Stainless-steel lever 3.1+0.13 -0.03 dia. holes 3.1+0.13 -0.03 Operating Force Releasing Force 3-Solder terminals 14.1 10.3±0.1 VX-54-1@3 VX-014-1@3 10.3 2.8 OP Model Operating Characteristics Model VX-55-1@3 VX-015-1@3 Operating Characteristics Operating Force Releasing Force OF RF Max. Min. 0.59 N {60 gf} 0.04 N {4 gf} (reference value) Pretravel Overtravel Movement Differential PT OT MD Max. Min. Max. 1.6 mm 0.8 mm 0.5 mm OP 10.3±0.1 3.1+0.13 -0.03 15.9 18.8 3.4±0.15 dia. 22.2±0.1 27.8 37.8±0.8 ●Hinge roller lever (Standard Position) VX-56-1@3 t=0.5 *1 A PT 34±0.8 VX-016-1@3 2.8 (10) 10.3 3-Solder terminals *1. Stainless-steel lever *2. Polyacetal resin roller 4.8x4.8 *2 dia. 5.1 8.1 3.1+0.13 -0.03 dia. holes 2.8 OP 10.3±0.1 3.1+0.13 -0.03 15.9 18.8 3.4±0.15 dia. 22.2±0.1 2.8 27.8 (10) 37.8±0.8 ●Hinge roller lever (Position K) VX-56K-1@3 PT A VX-016K-1@3 t=0.5 *1 40±0.8 Operating Force Releasing Force OF RF Max. Min. 0.29 N {30 gf} - Pretravel Overtravel Movement Differential PT OT MD Max. Min. Max. 4.0 mm 1.6 mm 0.8 mm Operating Position OP 20.7±1.2 mm *1. Stainless-steel lever *2. Polyacetal resin roller 4.8x4.8 *2 dia. 5.1 14.1 Model VX-56K-1@3 VX-016K-1@3 Operating Characteristics 10.3±0.1 15.9 18.8 3.4±0.15 dia. 22.2±0.1 VX-56-1@3 VX-016-1@3 3-Solder terminals 2.8 3.1+0.13 -0.03 Model Operating Characteristics 10.3 3.1+0.13 -0.03 dia. holes OP Operating Position OP 20.7±0.6 mm Note. The indicated reference values of RF are for cases where the lever weight is not applied to the plunger. 2.8 27.8 (10) 37.8±0.8 Operating Force Releasing Force OF RF Max. Min. 0.18 N {18 gf} (0.01 N {1 gf}) Pretravel Overtravel Movement Differential PT OT MD Max. Min. Max. 7.2 mm 2.5 mm 2.0 mm Operating Position OP 20.7±2.2 mm 10.3 3-Solder terminals *1. Stainless-steel lever *2. Polyacetal resin roller Note 1. Unless otherwise specified, a tolerance of ±0.4 mm applies to all dimensions. Note 2. The operating characteristics are for operation in the A direction ( ). 5 VX Miniature Basic Switch Precautions ★Please refer to "Common Precautions" for correct use. Cautions Correct Use ●Handling ●Mounting Do not apply excessive shock. Doing so may cause damage to the Switch's internal components because it is designed for a small load. Use M3 mounting screw with plane washers or spring washers to securely mount the Switch. Tighten the screws to a torque of 0.39 to 0.59 N·m {4 to 6 kgf·cm}. V ●Soldering X • Terminal connections For a Switch with an actuator, mount the Switch in a direction where the actuator weight will not be applied to the Switch. Since the Switch is designed for a small load, its resetting force is small. Therefore, resetting failure may occur if unnecessary load is applied to the Switch. ●Using Micro Loads Using a model for ordinary loads to open or close the contact of a micro load circuit may result in faulty contact. Use models that operate in the following range. However, even when using micro load models within the following operating range, if inrush current occurs when the contact is opened or closed, it may increase the contact wear and so decrease durability. Therefore, insert a contact protection circuit where necessary. The N-level reference value applies for the minimum applicable load. This value indicates the malfunction reference level for the reliability level of 60% (λ60). (JIS C5003) The equation, λ60=0.5×10-6/operations operation, indicates that 1 the estimated malfunction rate is less than 2,000,000 operations with a reliability level of 60%. Voltage (V) Complete the soldering at the iron tip temperature between 250 to 350°C (60W) within 5 seconds, and do not apply any external force for 1 minute after soldering. Apply minimum amount of flux required. It may result in contact failure once the flux penetrates into the internal part of the Switch. • Connecting to Tab Terminals (#187) When connecting to the Tab terminal, insert the receptacle of tab #187 straight toward the terminal. Applying excessive external force laterally may cause deformation of terminals and may damage the housings. ●Mounting Direction 30 0.16 mA 26 mA 100 mA 24 Operating range for micro-load model VX-01 Operating range for general-load model VX-5 12 5 1 mA 100 mA 160 mA 0 0.1 1 10 100 1,000 Current (mA) 6 VX Miniature Basic Switch V X • Application examples provided in this document are for reference only. In actual applications, confirm equipment functions and safety before using the product. • Consult your OMRON representative before using the product under conditions which are not described in the manual or applying the product to nuclear control systems, railroad systems, aviation systems, vehicles, combustion systems, medical equipment, amusement machines, safety equipment, and other systems or equipment that may have a serious influence on lives and property if used improperly. Make sure that the ratings and performance characteristics of the product provide a margin of safety for the system or equipment, and be sure to provide the system or equipment with double safety mechanisms. Note: Do not use this document to operate the Unit. OMRON Corporation Electronic and Mechanical Components Company Contact: www.omron.com/ecb Cat. No.B039-E1-06 0615(0207)(O) 7