Why Choose the Finder 56.34.9.048.4040 Industrial Power Relay?
The Finder 56.34.9.048.4040 is a robust and reliable 12 A industrial plug-in power relay designed for switching and controlling multiple electrical circuits in industrial automation, machinery and electrical control systems. Featuring a 48 V DC coil and four-pole double-throw (4PDT) changeover contacts, this relay provides dependable multi-circuit switching for demanding industrial applications. As part of the established Finder 56 Series miniature power relays, it combines durable construction, compact dimensions and convenient maintenance features.
The relay incorporates a lockable test button and mechanical status indicator, allowing engineers and maintenance personnel to operate the contacts manually during testing and visually monitor their position. Its silver tin oxide (AgSnO2) contacts provide robust electrical switching performance, particularly in applications involving demanding electrical loads and higher inrush currents, subject to the specified contact ratings.
With a 12 A rated contact current, 48 V DC operating coil and four independent changeover contacts, the Finder 56.34.9.048.4040 is ideal for industrial control panels, machinery control systems, electrical distribution equipment and automation installations. Its plug-in construction enables straightforward installation and replacement using compatible Finder 96 Series relay sockets.
Key Advantages
- Reliable industrial power relay designed for automation and electrical control applications.
- 12 A rated contact current suitable for industrial electrical switching.
- 48 V DC coil voltage compatible with industrial DC control circuits.
- 4PDT (4 CO) contact configuration provides four independent changeover circuits.
- Silver tin oxide (AgSnO2) contacts provide robust switching performance for demanding electrical loads.
- Integrated lockable test button enables convenient manual operation and functional testing.
- Mechanical status indicator allows quick visual identification of relay contact position.
- Four-pole arrangement enables multiple circuits to be switched simultaneously.
- Plug-in construction simplifies installation, maintenance and replacement.
- Compatible with suitable Finder 96 Series relay sockets for industrial control panel applications.
Key Features
- Finder 56 Series miniature industrial power relay.
- 12 A rated switching current per contact pole.
- 48 V DC nominal coil voltage.
- 4 CO / 4PDT changeover contact arrangement.
- 250 V AC rated contact voltage.
- 400 V AC maximum switching voltage.
- 3000 VA rated switching capacity per pole for AC-1 resistive loads.
- Silver tin oxide (AgSnO2) contact material.
- 1.3 W nominal DC coil power consumption.
- Integrated lockable manual test button for commissioning and maintenance.
- Mechanical flag indicator for visual contact position monitoring.
- Non-latching electromagnetic relay operation.
- Four independent changeover contacts for flexible circuit control.
- 14-pin plug-in configuration with Faston 187 terminals.
- Compatible with Finder 96.74, 96.04 and 96.14 relay sockets.
- −40 to +70 °C operating temperature range.
- Compact industrial construction with a body width of approximately 27.7 mm.
Reliable Four-Pole Switching for Industrial Automation
Industrial electromagnetic relays such as the Finder 56.34.9.048.4040 allow a DC control signal to operate several electrically separate switching circuits. When the 48 V DC coil is energised, the relay changes the position of its four changeover contacts, enabling connected electrical loads or control signals to be switched simultaneously. When coil power is removed, the spring-return mechanism restores the contacts to their normal positions.
The Finder 56 Series is designed for industrial applications requiring dependable electrical switching, flexible control configurations and straightforward maintenance. The four-pole arrangement is particularly useful where several independent circuits must be controlled from a single relay. The integrated lockable test button and mechanical indicator simplify commissioning and fault-finding, while the silver tin oxide contacts provide robust switching performance for demanding industrial applications.
Typical Applications
- Industrial automation and machinery control systems.
- Electrical control panels and distribution cabinets.
- PLC-controlled switching and interface circuits.
- Multi-circuit switching and industrial control logic.
- Industrial motor control and auxiliary switching circuits.
- Electrical interlocking and sequencing systems.
- Industrial heating equipment, furnaces and ovens.
- Conveyor systems and material handling machinery.
- Manufacturing and production equipment.
- Building automation and industrial electrical installations.
