71ADF36-05-1-AJS

Rotary Switches

Rotary switches are utilized to control or switch electrical currents in electrical circuits. They are commonly used to control appliances, tools, and other electronic devices. The “71ADF36-05-1-AJS” is a rotary switch with a specific application field and working principle.

Application Field

The 71ADF36-05-1-AJS is an actuator operated rotary switch, or A-series switch. It is 8 position latching type and is housed in an epoxy sealed case. It is designed to be used in higher voltage and power circuits, such as substations, laboratories, and industrial control circuits. The switch is rated for up to 1250 Volts, 30 Amps and 250 VAC.

Working Principle

The 71ADF36-05-1-AJS works by having the actuator lever rotate the switch, which makes contact and either completes the circuit or breaks the circuit, depending on the setting of the switch. The switching mechanism is operated with a 2-speed rotary motion, making it suitable for larger applications. The actuator lever is key operated, meaning that it has to be locked in order to activate or deactivate the switch.

The switch also has a manual override. This is a safety feature that allows the user to manually override and put the switch in a separate, safe mode in case of an emergency. This is done by depressing the actuator lever and turning it so that the switch moves back to its neutral engagement position. This allows for the switch to be placed in a safe state in case of emergency.

Conclusion

The 71ADF36-05-1-AJS is an ideal rotary switch as it is designed for higher voltage and power circuits and can be manually controlled via an actuator lever. The key operated mechanism and manual override also provide additional safety features. It is a versatile device, which is why it is commonly used to control appliances, tools and other electronic devices.