Why Choose the Finder 46.61.8.230.5020 Miniature Industrial Relay?
The Finder 46.61.8.230.5020 is a high-quality 16 A miniature industrial electromechanical relay designed for reliable switching in industrial automation, electrical control panels, machinery and power distribution equipment. Part of the established Finder 46 Series, this compact relay combines a 230 V AC coil, a versatile changeover contact and gold-plated silver nickel contacts for dependable control of electrical circuits.
Featuring a single-pole double-throw (SPDT / 1 CO) contact configuration, the Finder 46.61.8.230.5020 provides both normally open and normally closed switching functions. Its 16 A rated contact current and 250 V AC rated contact voltage make it suitable for a wide range of appropriately rated industrial loads, including auxiliary control circuits, electrical equipment and automation systems.
This particular version features silver nickel contacts with gold plating (AgNi + Au) and a mechanical indicator for visual confirmation of relay operation. Its Faston 187 plug-in terminals allow installation into compatible Finder relay sockets or direct connection using suitable terminals. With a compact housing, 6 kV coil-to-contact impulse withstand voltage and an established industrial relay design, the Finder 46.61.8.230.5020 is a practical choice for electrical engineers, maintenance technicians and OEM equipment manufacturers.
Key Advantages
- 16 A rated contact current for switching appropriately rated industrial and electrical loads.
- 230 V AC coil for direct operation from compatible AC control supplies.
- SPDT / 1 CO changeover contact provides normally open and normally closed switching functions.
- Gold-plated silver nickel contacts (AgNi + Au) provide a specialist contact finish for suitable control applications.
- Mechanical indicator allows visual confirmation of the relay's contact position.
- Faston 187 terminals support convenient plug-in or direct electrical connections.
- Socket-mountable design simplifies relay replacement and maintenance.
- 6 kV coil-to-contact impulse withstand voltage supports robust electrical insulation.
- 8 mm coil-to-contact insulation distance helps separate the control and switched circuits.
- Compact industrial housing conserves space in electrical control assemblies.
- Monostable operation automatically returns the contacts to their normal position when coil power is removed.
- Part of Finder's established range of miniature industrial relays.
Key Features
- Finder 46 Series miniature industrial relay.
- Type 46.61 single-pole power relay.
- 230 V AC nominal coil voltage.
- 50/60 Hz AC coil operation.
- 16 A rated contact current.
- 1 CO / SPDT changeover contact configuration.
- 250 V AC rated contact voltage.
- 440 V AC maximum switching voltage, subject to the manufacturer's specified conditions.
- 4,000 VA rated resistive switching capacity under AC1 conditions.
- 750 VA rated inductive switching capacity under AC15 conditions at 230 V AC.
- 25 A maximum peak contact current for the standard 46.61 contact system.
- Silver nickel with gold plating (AgNi + Au) contact material.
- Mechanical contact position indicator.
- Faston 187 terminals, nominally 4.8 × 0.5 mm.
- Socket mounting or suitable direct Faston connection.
- 6 kV coil-to-contact impulse withstand voltage.
- 8 mm coil-to-contact insulation separation.
- RT II flux-proof environmental protection.
- −40 to +70 °C standard operating ambient temperature range.
- Monostable, non-latching electromechanical switching.
The Finder 46.61.8.230.5020 operates using a 230 V AC electromagnetic coil that controls a single changeover contact. When the coil is energised, the common contact transfers from the normally closed terminal to the normally open terminal. When coil power is removed, the contact returns to its original position. This provides a practical method of controlling electrical loads, changing circuit states and implementing auxiliary switching functions in industrial equipment.
A distinguishing feature of this version is its AgNi + Au contact material. The gold-plated silver nickel contact finish offers an alternative to standard silver nickel contacts for applications where contact surface characteristics are important. The relay also includes a mechanical indicator, allowing maintenance personnel to inspect the contact position without relying solely on the control signal. Its Faston 187 terminals and compatibility with suitable Finder relay sockets make installation, replacement and routine servicing straightforward. Engineers should ensure that the selected socket, wiring and protective devices are suitable for the intended electrical load.
Typical Applications
- Industrial automation and machine control systems.
- Electrical control panels and switchgear assemblies.
- Power distribution and auxiliary switching circuits.
- Motor control and machinery interfaces.
- Building automation and lighting control equipment.
- Road and tunnel lighting control systems.
- Hoists, cranes and lifting equipment control circuits.
- Industrial shutters, blinds and grille automation.
- Electrical interlocking and changeover control circuits.
- Marine and shipyard electrical equipment.
- OEM machinery and industrial electronic products.
- Maintenance and replacement of compatible Finder 46 Series relays.
