Why Choose the Finder 14.91.8.230.0000 Staircase Timer?
The Finder 14.91.8.230.0000 is a compact monofunction electronic staircase timer from the Finder 14 Series, designed for timed lighting control in staircases, corridors and similar building applications. It provides automatic delayed switch-off after activation, helping ensure lighting remains on only for the required period.
The timer operates from a 230 V AC, 50/60 Hz supply and provides a 1NO contact rated at 16 A at 230 V AC. Its adjustable timing range of 0.5–20 min allows the lighting period to be set to suit the installation, while compatibility with 3-wire and 4-wire systems provides flexibility for new installations and retrofit projects.
With a compact 17.5 mm modular width, DIN-rail mounting and IP20 protection, the 14.91.8.230.0000 is designed for installation inside electrical distribution boards. Zero-crossing switching helps reduce electrical stress on compatible lamp loads, while the timer supports incandescent and 230 V CFL/LED lighting loads within the manufacturer's specified ratings.
Key Advantages
- Compact electronic staircase timer for automatic lighting control.
- Adjustable timing period from 0.5–20 min.
- 1NO 16 A output contact for direct lighting-load switching.
- Compatible with 3-wire and 4-wire installations.
- Zero-crossing switching helps reduce switching stress on lamp loads.
- Space-saving 17.5 mm DIN-rail format for modular distribution boards.
Key Features
- Finder 14 Series electronic staircase timer.
- Monofunction delayed switch-off operation.
- 230 V AC, 50/60 Hz supply.
- 1NO (SPST-NO) output contact.
- 16 A rated contact current at 230 V AC.
- 0.5–20 min adjustable timing range.
- 3700 VA AC1 switching capacity.
- 750 VA AC15 switching capacity at 230 V AC.
- Suitable for 3-wire and 4-wire systems.
- IP20 protection rating.
- DIN-rail mounting to 35 mm rail according to EN 60715.
Automatic Lighting Control for Staircases and Corridors
Electronic staircase timers such as the Finder 14.91 provide automatic timed control of lighting after a pushbutton command. Once activated, the connected lighting remains energised for the selected period before being switched off automatically, helping avoid lights being left on unnecessarily in communal and circulation areas.
The 14.91.8.230.0000 is suitable for both 3-wire and 4-wire installations, making it useful for new projects as well as the replacement of existing staircase-lighting timers. Its adjustable 0.5–20 min timing range and 16 A output contact provide flexible control for a variety of compatible lighting loads.
Typical Applications
- Staircase lighting control.
- Corridor and hallway lighting.
- Apartment and communal-area lighting.
- Residential building lighting systems.
- Commercial building circulation areas.
- Retrofit replacement of staircase lighting timers.
