Why Choose the Finder 56.34.8.230.0054 Industrial Power Relay?
The Finder 56.34.8.230.0054 is a high-performance 12 A industrial electromechanical power relay featuring a 230 V AC operating coil, four changeover contacts and a plug-in mounting arrangement. Part of the Finder 56 Series, this relay is designed for industrial automation, electrical control panels, machinery and applications requiring reliable multi-circuit switching.
Its 4 CO / 4PDT contact configuration enables four separate changeover circuits to be operated simultaneously by a single electromagnetic coil. With a 12 A rated contact current, 250 V AC rated contact voltage and 3,000 VA AC1 resistive switching capacity, the relay is suitable for a wide range of appropriately rated electrical loads.
The Finder 56.34.8.230.0054 combines silver-nickel (AgNi) contacts, a 2 VA AC coil and Faston 187 quick-connect terminals. Its socket-mounted construction supports use with compatible Finder 96 Series relay sockets, providing a practical solution for industrial control panel assembly, servicing and replacement.
Key Advantages
- 12 A rated contact current for suitable industrial electrical loads.
- Four changeover contacts (4 CO / 4PDT) for versatile multi-circuit switching.
- 230 V AC nominal coil voltage for compatible mains-voltage control circuits.
- 20 A maximum peak contact current under specified operating conditions.
- 3,000 VA AC1 switching capacity for resistive loads.
- Silver-nickel (AgNi) contacts provide dependable general-purpose switching performance.
- Plug-in mounting simplifies installation and relay replacement.
- Faston 187 terminals provide robust electrical connections.
- Compatible with selected Finder 96 Series sockets for industrial panel installations.
- 184–253 V AC coil operating range accommodates the specified supply variation.
- 20 million mechanical operations under the manufacturer's stated test conditions.
- −40 to +70 °C operating temperature range supports demanding industrial environments.
Key Features
- Finder 56 Series miniature power relay.
- 56.34 four-pole relay type.
- 230 V AC nominal coil, 50/60 Hz.
- 7.7 kΩ nominal coil resistance.
- Approximately 9 mA nominal coil current.
- 2 VA nominal coil power consumption.
- Four changeover contacts (4 CO).
- Four-pole double-throw (4PDT) configuration.
- 12 A rated contact current.
- 20 A maximum peak contact current.
- 250 V AC rated contact voltage.
- 400 V AC maximum switching voltage.
- 3,000 VA AC1 rated switching capacity.
- 700 VA AC15 switching capacity at 230 V AC.
- AgNi contact material.
- 14-terminal plug-in construction.
- 4.8 × 0.5 mm Faston terminals.
- Monostable electromagnetic operation.
- RT I environmental protection classification.
Technical note: The principal electrical specifications are supported by the exact-part distributor listing and Finder 56 Series documentation. The precise accessory configuration represented by the 0054 suffix should be confirmed against the manufacturer's ordering-code information before relying on the presence of an LED indicator, test button or other optional feature.
Reliable Four-Pole Power Switching for Industrial Control
The Finder 56.34.8.230.0054 incorporates four changeover contact sets, allowing a single 230 V AC control signal to operate four separate electrical circuits. Each pole provides a common connection, a normally closed contact and a normally open contact.
When the relay coil is energised, the contacts transfer from their normal positions to their operated positions. Removing the coil supply returns the relay to its de-energised state. This makes the relay suitable for auxiliary switching, signalling, equipment sequencing and control applications requiring several contact outputs.
The 12 A contact rating and 3,000 VA AC1 switching capacity support suitable resistive loads, while the published AC15 and motor ratings provide guidance for specific inductive applications. Contact loading should always be assessed against the actual load type, switching frequency, inrush current and electrical endurance requirements.
Faston Terminals and Convenient Plug-In Installation
The Finder 56.34.8.230.0054 features 14 Faston 187 terminals measuring 4.8 × 0.5 mm. Its plug-in construction is designed for use with compatible Finder 96 Series sockets, allowing the relay to be integrated into industrial electrical panels and control equipment.
Socket mounting provides a practical maintenance advantage because the relay can be replaced without disturbing the permanent socket wiring. The correct socket must be selected according to the relay footprint, terminal configuration, electrical ratings and installation requirements.
The relay also offers RT I environmental protection and an operating temperature range of −40 to +70 °C. These characteristics make it suitable for protected industrial installations where the relay is operated within its specified electrical and environmental limits.
Typical Applications
- Industrial automation and electrical control panels.
- Machinery auxiliary switching circuits.
- Multi-circuit power and control switching.
- Industrial process control equipment.
- Motor control auxiliary circuits within the specified ratings.
- Heating and ventilation control systems.
- Electrical interlocking and sequencing applications.
- Industrial signalling and alarm circuits.
- Building automation equipment.
- OEM industrial electrical assemblies.
- Control systems requiring four changeover contacts.
- Plug-in relay installations using a 230 V AC control supply.
