Finder 12.71.8.230.0000 is a 230 V AC digital weekly time switch with one 16 A SPDT changeover contact, 30 switching times, a 1-minute minimum interval and 17.8 mm DIN rail housing.
£102.30
The Finder 12.71.8.230.0000 is a compact and reliable digital weekly time switch designed for automatic control of electrical loads according to programmed days and times. As part of the Finder 12 Series, it combines a space-saving 17.8 mm housing with precise electronic scheduling for lighting, heating, ventilation and other electrical control applications.
This time switch provides 1 CO (SPDT) changeover contact and supports up to 30 weekly switching times. A minimum time interval of 1 minute enables accurate scheduling, while the pulse output function, automatic daylight-saving adjustment and internal battery provide additional flexibility for automated installations.
With a 230 V AC supply and a 16 A contact rating at 250 V AC, the 12.71.8.230.0000 is suitable for mains-powered control applications. Its slim 17.8 mm width and 35 mm DIN rail mounting make efficient use of space inside electrical distribution boards and control panels.
Digital time switches such as the Finder 12.71.8.230.0000 automatically operate connected electrical circuits according to stored weekly schedules. This enables equipment to switch at predetermined days and times, reducing repetitive manual operation and providing consistent time-based control.
The Finder 12.71 combines 30 switching times with a 1 minute minimum interval, pulse output functionality and automatic daylight-saving adjustment. Its internal battery allows set-up without the supply connected, while the slim 17.8 mm DIN rail format helps conserve valuable space inside electrical panels.
| Manufacturer | Finder |
|---|---|
| Series | 12 Series |
| Model | 12.71.8.230.0000 |
| Product type | Electronic digital weekly time switch |
| Contact configuration | 1 CO (SPDT) |
| Rated contact current | 16 A |
| Maximum peak current | 30 A |
| Rated contact voltage | 250 V AC |
| Rated load AC1 | 4000 VA |
| Rated load AC15 at 230 V AC | 420 VA |
| Minimum switching load | 1000 mW (10 V / 10 mA) |
| Contact material | AgNi |
| Supply voltage | 230 V AC |
| Programming type | Weekly |
| Switching times | 30 |
| Minimum time interval | 1 minute |
| Pulse output range | 1 second to 59 minutes 59 seconds |
| Clock accuracy | 0.5 seconds/day |
| Electrical life at rated load AC1 | 50,000 cycles |
| Operating temperature | -30 to +55 °C |
| Protection rating | IP20 |
| Electrical connection | Screw terminals |
| Mounting type | 35 mm DIN rail, EN 60715 |
| Width | 17.8 mm |
The Finder 12.71.8.230.0000 is a digital weekly time switch used to automatically control electrical loads according to programmed days and times.
The 12.71.8.230.0000 operates from a 230 V AC supply.
The time switch provides 1 CO (SPDT) changeover contact rated at 16 A and 250 V AC.
The time switch provides 30 weekly switching times with a minimum programmable time interval of 1 minute.
The time switch includes a pulse output function from 1 second to 59 minutes 59 seconds, automatic daylight-saving adjustment and an internal battery for set-up without the supply connected.
Finder 12 Series time switches provide dependable programmable control for lighting, building services and electrical equipment, combining precise weekly scheduling with robust switching and space-saving DIN rail installation.{ "@context": "https://schema.org/", "@type": "Product", "name": "Finder 12.71.8.230.0000 Digital Weekly Time Switch 16 A 230 V AC", "sku": "12.71.8.230.0000", "mpn": "12.71.8.230.0000", "brand": { "@type": "Brand", "name": "Finder" }, "category": "Digital Time Switches", "description": "Finder 12.71.8.230.0000 is a 230 V AC digital weekly time switch with one 16 A SPDT changeover contact, 30 switching times, a 1-minute minimum interval and 17.8 mm DIN rail housing.", "additionalProperty": [ { "@type": "PropertyValue", "name": "Supply voltage", "value": "230 V AC" }, { "@type": "PropertyValue", "name": "Contact configuration", "value": "1 CO (SPDT)" }, { "@type": "PropertyValue", "name": "Rated contact current", "value": "16 A at 250 V AC" }, { "@type": "PropertyValue", "name": "Minimum time interval", "value": "1 minute" }, { "@type": "PropertyValue", "name": "Protection rating", "value": "IP20" } ] } { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "FAQPage", "inLanguage": "en-GB", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "What is the Finder 12.71.8.230.0000 used for?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The Finder 12.71.8.230.0000 is a digital weekly time switch used to automatically control electrical loads according to programmed days and times." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What supply voltage does the Finder 12.71.8.230.0000 require?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The 12.71.8.230.0000 operates from a 230 V AC supply." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What is the contact rating of the Finder 12.71.8.230.0000?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The time switch provides 1 CO (SPDT) changeover contact rated at 16 A and 250 V AC." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How many switching times does the Finder 12.71.8.230.0000 support?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The time switch provides 30 weekly switching times with a minimum programmable time interval of 1 minute." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What additional timing functions does the Finder 12.71.8.230.0000 provide?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The time switch includes a pulse output function from 1 second to 59 minutes 59 seconds, automatic daylight-saving adjustment and an internal battery for set-up without the supply connected." } } ] }
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