Why Choose the Finder 7T.81.0.000.2402 Panel Thermostat?
The Finder 7T.81.0.000.2402 is a compact and reliable DIN rail-mounted panel thermostat designed for automatic temperature regulation and heating control within electrical enclosures, industrial control panels and automation cabinets. As part of the established Finder 7T Series, this mechanical thermostat provides dependable temperature-sensitive switching to help protect electrical equipment against low temperatures and condensation-related problems.
Featuring a normally closed (NC) contact and an adjustable temperature setting range of -20 to +60 °C, the Finder 7T.81.0.000.2402 automatically activates connected heating equipment when the enclosure temperature falls below the selected setting. Its snap-action bimetallic sensing mechanism provides reliable switching without requiring an external power supply for the thermostat itself.
With a 10 A rated switching current, 250 V AC contact rating and a slim 17.5 mm housing width, this thermostat is particularly suitable for industrial electrical cabinets where installation space is limited. Its standard 35 mm DIN rail mounting and straightforward screw-terminal connections simplify installation and maintenance.
Key Advantages
- Reliable electrical enclosure thermostat designed for automatic heating control.
- Adjustable -20 to +60 °C temperature range for flexible cabinet temperature regulation.
- Normally closed (NC) switching contact automatically activates heating when temperatures fall below the setpoint.
- 10 A switching capacity at 250 V AC for controlling suitable electrical heating loads.
- Compact 17.5 mm-wide housing saves valuable installation space inside control cabinets.
- Mechanical bimetallic temperature sensing operates without an auxiliary power supply.
- Standard 35 mm DIN rail mounting enables quick integration into industrial electrical panels.
- Helps reduce the risk of condensation and low-temperature operating problems within electrical enclosures.
Key Features
- Finder 7T Series panel thermostat for industrial enclosure heating applications.
- Single normally closed (1 NC / SPST-NC) contact.
- 10 A rated contact current with a maximum peak current of 20 A.
- 250 V AC rated contact voltage.
- -20 to +60 °C adjustable temperature setting range.
- 7 ± 4 K switching temperature differential.
- Snap-action bimetallic temperature sensor for dependable mechanical operation.
- Red temperature adjustment dial for convenient setpoint selection.
- IP20 protection rating for installation within suitable electrical enclosures.
- 35 mm DIN rail mounting in accordance with EN 60715.
- Screw-terminal electrical connections for secure wiring.
- Compact 17.5 mm-wide design for space-efficient cabinet installation.
- No auxiliary operating voltage required for the thermostat mechanism.
Technical Specifications
- Manufacturer: Finder
- Series: 7T Series
- Model: 7T.81.0.000.2402
- Product type: Mechanical panel thermostat
- Control function: Heating control
- Temperature sensor: Snap-action bimetallic element
- Contact configuration: 1 normally closed (SPST-NC)
- Rated contact current: 10 A
- Maximum peak current: 20 A
- Rated contact voltage: 250 V AC
- Maximum switching voltage: 250 V AC
- Rated load (AC-1): 2500 VA
- Rated load (AC-15 at 230 V AC): 250 VA
- Temperature setting range: -20 to +60 °C
- Switching temperature differential: 7 ± 4 K
- Ambient operating temperature: -45 to +80 °C
- Contact material: Silver-nickel (AgNi)
- Electrical life at rated AC-1 load: 100,000 cycles
- Protection rating: IP20
- Mounting type: 35 mm DIN rail (EN 60715)
- Connection type: Screw terminals
- Housing width: 17.5 mm
- Auxiliary power supply: Not required
- Temperature adjustment: Manual rotary dial
- EAN: 8012823435749
Reliable Temperature Control for Electrical Enclosures
The Finder 7T.81.0.000.2402 enclosure thermostat regulates heating equipment using a temperature-sensitive normally closed contact. When the temperature inside an electrical cabinet falls below the selected setpoint, the thermostat contact closes to activate a connected heater. As the enclosure temperature rises above the switching threshold, the contact opens to interrupt the heating circuit.
This automatic switching process helps maintain suitable operating conditions for electrical and electronic components, particularly in installations exposed to low ambient temperatures or fluctuating environmental conditions. When used with an appropriately sized enclosure heater, the thermostat can help minimise condensation by maintaining the cabinet temperature above critical levels.
Unlike electronic temperature controllers, the Finder 7T.81.0.000.2402 uses a mechanical bimetallic sensing element and therefore requires no separate supply voltage for temperature measurement or switching. Its simple operating principle, robust contact construction and adjustable temperature dial make it a practical solution for industrial panel builders, maintenance engineers and automation specialists.
Typical Applications
- Electrical control cabinet heating and temperature regulation.
- Anti-condensation heater control in industrial enclosures.
- PLC cabinets and industrial automation control panels.
- Electrical distribution boards and switchgear enclosures.
- Outdoor electrical cabinets and roadside control installations.
- Industrial machinery and equipment control enclosures.
- Telecommunications and instrumentation cabinets.
- Manufacturing and process automation systems.
- Electrical panels installed in cold or variable-temperature environments.
- OEM control panel manufacturing and industrial cabinet assembly.
