Miniature Rocker Switch
A8L
Miniature Rocker Switch for High
Capacity Switching
• Withstands inrush currents up to 100 A with a
unique switching mechanism.
• Soft touch with firm switching action.
• Easy to mount by snap fitting.
• Contact gap of 3 mm minimum.
• UL and cUL standards approved. Conforms to EN
standards.
RoHS Compliant
Caution
Refer to Precautions
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List of Models
SPST
Contact Form
Terminals
Color of caps and cases
Without markings
Marking
on caps
2
1
Solder terminals
Right-angled
PCB terminals
PCB terminals
Left-angled
PCB terminals
Quick-connect
terminals #187
ON
OFF
Black
Black
Black
Black
Black
A8L-11-11N1
A8L-11-12N1
A8L-11-13N1
A8L-11-14N1
A8L-11-15N1
A8L-11-11N2
A8L-11-12N2
A8L-11-13N2
A8L-11-14N2
A8L-11-15N2
A8L-11-11N3
A8L-11-12N3
A8L-11-13N3
A8L-11-14N3
A8L-11-15N3
A8L-11-11N6
A8L-11-12N6
A8L-11-13N6
A8L-11-14N6
A8L-11-15N6
Left-angled
PCB terminals
Quick-connect
terminals #187
Quantity
per box
300
DPST
Terminals
Color of caps and cases
Without markings
Marking
on caps
ON
OFF
Note:
2
4
1
3
Contact Form
Solder terminals
PCB terminals
Right-angled
PCB terminals
Black
Black
Black
Black
Black
A8L-21-11N1
A8L-21-12N1
A8L-21-13N1
A8L-21-14N1
A8L-21-15N1
A8L-21-11N2
A8L-21-12N2
A8L-21-13N2
A8L-21-14N2
A8L-21-15N2
A8L-21-11N3
A8L-21-12N3
A8L-21-13N3
A8L-21-14N3
A8L-21-15N3
A8L-21-11N6
A8L-21-12N6
A8L-21-13N6
A8L-21-14N6
A8L-21-15N6
Quantity
per box
300
Simple dust-proof models are available. Consult your OMRON representative.
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Ratings
Non-inductive
Rated load
Inductive
Resistive load
Lamp load
Inductive load
125 VAC
10 A
10 A
8A
8A
250 VAC
10 A
10 A
8A
8A
Note:
Inductive motor load
1. The non-inductive lamp load has an inrush current 10 times steady current.
2. The inductive load has a power factor of 0.4 minimum (AC).
3. The motor load has an inrush current 6 times steady current.
The above ratings were tested under the following conditions:
1. Ambient temperature:20±2°C
2. Ambient humidity:65±5%RH
3. Switching frequency:7 times/min
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Approved Safety Standards
UL, cUL (UL1054/CSA C22.2 No. 55)
10 A, 125 VAC; 10 A, 250 VAC
TÜV (EN61058-1)
10 (8) A, 250 VAC
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Characteristics
Permissible operating
frequency
Mechanical
20 operations/min max.
Electrical
7 operations/min max.
Insulation resistance
100 MΩ min. (at 500 VDC with insulation tester)
Contact resistance (initial value)
Dielectric strength
Vibration resistance
Shock resistance
Durability
100 mΩ max. (6 to 8 VDC, 1 A, voltage drop method)
Between terminals of
the same polarity
2,000 VAC, 50/60 Hz, for 1 min
Between terminals of
the different polarity
2,000 VAC, 50/60 Hz, for 1 min
Between charged
metal parts and the
ground terminal
4,000 VAC, 50/60 Hz, for 1 min
Malfunction
10 to 55 Hz, 1.5-mm double amplitude
Malfunction
300 m/s2
Destruction
500 m/s2
Mechanical
50,000 operations min.
Electrical
10,000 operations min.
Inrush current
100 A max. (8.3 ms max.)
Degree of protection
IEC IP40
Ambient operating temperature
–20 to +55°C (with no icing or condensation)
Ambient operating humidity
45 to 85%RH
Note:
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Consult your OMRON representative for details of performance characteristics with respect to individual standards.
Dimensions
Note:
(Unit: mm)
The following illustrations and drawings are for 2 poles (DPST) models, 1 pole (SPST) models have single side terminals.
Solder Terminals
A8L-11-11N1
A8L-11-11N2
A8L-11-11N3
A8L-11-11N6
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A8L-21-11N1
A8L-21-11N2
A8L-21-11N3
A8L-21-11N6
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Operating Characteristics
No. of poles
15
Operating force(OF)
10.8
5.6 2
16.5
13
2 dia.
3.6
8.5
1.4 dia.
4.8
2.3
10
19
Note:
2
0.8
8.75
12.5
Unless otherwise specified, a tolerance of ±0.4 mm applies to all dimensions.
1 (SPST)
2 (DPST)
2.16±1.18 N
3.92±2.45 N
{220±120 gf}
{400±250 gf}
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PCB Terminals
A8L-11-12N1
A8L-11-12N2
A8L-11-12N3
A8L-11-12N6
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A8L-21-12N1
A8L-21-12N2
A8L-21-12N3
A8L-21-12N6
Operating Characteristics
No. of poles
15
Operating force(OF)
1 (SPST)
2 (DPST)
2.16±1.18 N
3.92±2.45 N
{220±120 gf}
{400±250 gf}
10.8
5.6 2
16.5
13
4
0.8
1.3
8.75
12.5
10
PCB Dimensions
(Bottom View)
19
Four, 1.8±0.1-dia. holes
8.75±0.1
10±0.1
Right-angled PCB Terminals
A8L-11-13N1
A8L-11-13N2
A8L-11-13N3
A8L-11-13N6
A8L-21-13N1
A8L-21-13N2
A8L-21-13N3
A8L-21-13N6
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Operating Characteristics
No. of poles
Operating force(OF)
15
1 (SPST)
2 (DPST)
2.16±1.18 N
3.92±2.45 N
{220±120 gf}
{400±250 gf}
10.8
5.6 2
16.5
13
2
0.8
PCB Dimensions
(Bottom View)
3.3
12.5
10
19
Four, 1.8±0.1-dia. holes
8
4
8±0.1
10±0.1
Left-angled PCB Terminals
A8L-11-14N1
A8L-11-14N2
A8L-11-14N3
A8L-11-14N6
A8L-21-14N1
A8L-21-14N2
A8L-21-14N3
A8L-21-14N6
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Operating Characteristics
No. of poles
Operating force(OF)
15
1 (SPST)
2 (DPST)
2.16±1.18 N
3.92±2.45 N
{220±120 gf}
{400±250 gf}
10.8
5.6 2
16.5
13
2
8
PCB Dimensions
(Bottom View)
Four, 1.8±0.1-dia. holes
3.3
10
19
0.8
4
12.5
8±0.1
10±0.1
Note:
Unless otherwise specified, a tolerance of ±0.4 mm applies to all dimensions.
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Quick-connect Terminals #187
A8L-11-15N1
A8L-11-15N2
A8L-11-15N3
A8L-11-15N6
A8L-21-15N1
A8L-21-15N2
A8L-21-15N3
A8L-21-15N6
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Operating Characteristics
No. of poles
15
Operating force(OF)
1 (SPST)
2 (DPST)
2.16±1.18 N
3.92±2.45 N
{220±120 gf}
{400±250 gf}
10.8
5.6 2
16.5
13
1.4±0.1 dia.
hole
8.5
4.8
3±0.1
0.8
10
19
Note:
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8.75
12.5
Unless otherwise specified, a tolerance of ±0.4 mm applies to all dimensions.
Panel Cutout
Panel Cutout for Angled PCB Terminals
X
(A8L-@@-@3@@, A8L-@@-@4@@)
Y
X
Panel thickness (mm)
0.75 to 1.25
1.26 to 2.5
Note:
X (mm)
12.9+0.1
0
17.5±0.3
Y (mm)
19.2
0
−0.1
12.9
19.4
+0.1
−0.3
12.9 +0.1
0
+0.1
0
Recommended panel material: SPCC
Play R
15±0.3
Panel thickness (mm)
X (mm)
0.75 to 1.25
0
19.2 −0.1
1.26 to 2.5
+0.1
19.4 −0.3
Edge
When processing the panel, be sure that the Play R is on the
switch operation side.
Be sure that the Edge is on the reverse side of panel when
processing.
■ Precautions
Be sure to read the Safety precautions common to all Rocker Switches for correct use.
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• 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. A114-E1-07
1014(0207)(O)