Snap-acting

ZMSM Series
Mini Size Snap-acting Switch

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The ZMSM series from C&K is a mini size snap-acting switch, perfect for use in communication devices, testing equipment and security or alarm systems. Designers turn to the ZMSM series because of its reliable snap-acting mechanism, long electrical and mechanical life, various PCB terminals and actuators and its compliance with regulations such as RoHS and IP67 (IP67 for standalone switch except the metal terminal part; Full IP67 protection when potted with wire version).

Features and Benefits

  • Reliable snap-acting mechanism
  • Various PCB terminals and actuators
  • IP67 for standalone switch except the metal terminal part; Full IP67 protection when potted with wire version

Typical Applications

  • Communication devices
  • Testing equipment
  • Security/ Alarm systems

Specifications

  • Contact Rating:

    3A@ 125 V AC/ 3A@ 12 V DC, 0.01 A@ 12 V DC

  • Electrical Life:

    100,000 cycles @ 0.01 A, 12 V DC / 100,000 cycles @ 3A, 12 V DC, 6,000 cycles @ 3A, 125 VAC

  • Insulation Resistance:

    100 megohms min.

  • Dielectric Strength:

    500 Vrms

  • Operating Temperature:

    see datasheet

  • Solderability:

    –40ºC to 85ºC; –25ºC to 55ºC (in tape & reel packaging)

  • Certifications:

    , UL61058-1

= Most Common

Current Rating Circuit Mounting Type Sealing Illumination Switch Function Electrical Life Cycles Voltage Rating - AC Voltage Rating - DC Actuator Type Termination Style Additional Features Operating Force, Torque Release Force Pretravel Differential Travel Overtravel Packaging
3A (AC/DC) SPDT Thru-hole Sealed - IP65 No/None On-Mom On 100,000 125V 12V Round (Pin Plunger) Thru-hole Support Posts 130gf 13gf 0.030" (0.8mm) 0.012" (0.3mm) 0.065" (1.7mm) Bulk
3A (AC/DC) SPDT Thru-hole Sealed - IP65 No/None On-Mom On 100,000 125V 12V Round (Pin Plunger) Thru-hole 130gf 13gf 0.030" (0.8mm) 0.012" (0.3mm) 0.065" (1.7mm) Bulk
3A (AC/DC) SPDT Chassis Mount Sealed - IP65 No/None On-Mom On 100,000 125V 12V Round (Pin Plunger) Solder Lug 130gf 13gf 0.030" (0.8mm) 0.012" (0.3mm) 0.065" (1.7mm) Bulk
3A (AC/DC) SPDT Thru-hole Sealed - IP65 No/None On-Mom On 100,000 125V 12V Lever, Straight Thru-hole 195gf 55gf 0.152" (3.85mm) 0.020" (0.5mm) 0.084" (2.14mm) Bulk
3A (AC/DC) SPDT Chassis Mount Sealed - IP65 No/None On-Mom On 100,000 125V 12V Lever, Straight Solder Lug 195gf 55gf 0.152" (3.85mm) 0.020" (0.5mm) 0.084" (2.14mm) Bulk
3A (AC/DC) SPDT Chassis Mount Sealed - IP65 No/None On-Mom On 100,000 125V 12V Lever, Straight Solder Lug Support Posts 195gf 55gf 0.152" (3.85mm) 0.020" (0.5mm) 0.084" (2.14mm) Bulk
3A (AC/DC) SPDT Thru-hole Sealed - IP65 No/None On-Mom On 100,000 125V 12V Lever, Simulated Roller Thru-hole 160gf 45gf 0.188" (4.8mm) 0.027" (0.7mm) 0.101" (2.57mm) Bulk
3A (AC/DC) SPDT Chassis Mount Sealed - IP65 No/None On-Mom On 100,000 125V 12V Lever, Simulated Roller Solder Lug 160gf 45gf 0.188" (4.8mm) 0.027" (0.7mm) 0.101" (2.57mm) Bulk
3A (AC/DC) SPDT Chassis Mount Sealed - IP65 No/None On-Mom On 100,000 125V 12V Lever, Simulated Roller Solder Lug Support Posts 160gf 45gf 0.188" (4.8mm) 0.027" (0.7mm) 0.101" (2.57mm) Bulk
100mA (DC) SPDT Thru-hole Sealed - IP65 No/None On-Mom On 100,000 12V Round (Pin Plunger) Thru-hole Support Posts 130gf 13gf 0.030" (0.8mm) 0.012" (0.3mm) 0.065" (1.7mm) Bulk
100mA (DC) SPDT Thru-hole Sealed - IP65 No/None On-Mom On 100,000 12V Round (Pin Plunger) Thru-hole 130gf 13gf 0.030" (0.8mm) 0.012" (0.3mm) 0.065" (1.7mm) Bulk
100mA (DC) SPDT Chassis Mount Sealed - IP65 No/None On-Mom On 100,000 12V Round (Pin Plunger) Solder Lug 130gf 13gf 0.030" (0.8mm) 0.012" (0.3mm) 0.065" (1.7mm) Bulk
100mA (DC) SPDT Thru-hole Sealed - IP65 No/None On-Mom On 100,000 12V Lever, Straight Thru-hole 195gf 55gf 0.152" (3.85mm) 0.020" (0.5mm) 0.084" (2.14mm) Bulk
100mA (DC) SPDT Chassis Mount Sealed - IP65 No/None On-Mom On 100,000 12V Lever, Straight Solder Lug 195gf 55gf 0.152" (3.85mm) 0.020" (0.5mm) 0.084" (2.14mm) Bulk
100mA (DC) SPDT Thru-hole Sealed - IP65 No/None On-Mom On 100,000 12V Lever, Simulated Roller Thru-hole 160gf 45gf 0.188" (4.8mm) 0.027" (0.7mm) 0.101" (2.57mm) Bulk
100mA (DC) SPDT Chassis Mount Sealed - IP65 No/None On-Mom On 100,000 12V Lever, Simulated Roller Solder Lug 160gf 45gf 0.188" (4.8mm) 0.027" (0.7mm) 0.101" (2.57mm) Bulk