Finder 46.52.9.072.0000T - 46 Series Miniature Industrial relays - Railway

Finder 46.52.9.072.0000T – 46 Series Miniature Industrial relays – Railway

Finder 46.52.9.072.0000T is a miniature plug-in industrial electromechanical relay featuring a 72 V DC coil, two 8 A changeover contacts and silver nickel contact material for auxiliary switching in industrial automation and railway control equipment.

SKU: 46.52.9.072.0000TAlt SKU: 465290720000TMPN: 46.52.9.072.0000T
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Why Choose the Finder 46.52.9.072.0000T Miniature Industrial Relay?

The Finder 46.52.9.072.0000T is a compact, high-quality electromechanical relay from the Finder 46 Series, designed for dependable switching in industrial automation, railway control equipment, electrical panels and machinery. Featuring a 72 V DC operating coil and two changeover contacts (2 CO / DPDT), this relay provides flexible switching of two separate electrical circuits using a single control signal.

With an 8 A rated contact current per pole, 250 V AC nominal contact voltage and silver nickel (AgNi) contact material, the Finder 46.52.9.072.0000T is suitable for a variety of industrial control and auxiliary switching duties. The relay is designed for plug-in socket mounting and provides a practical solution for installations where straightforward replacement, dependable operation and efficient panel space utilisation are important.

The 46.52.9.072.0000T belongs to the Finder 46 Series railway-oriented relay range. Its 72 V DC coil, compact housing and industrial-style plug-in terminals make it particularly suitable for appropriately specified transportation, automation and control systems.

Key Advantages

  • 72 V DC nominal coil voltage for compatible industrial and transportation control systems.
  • Two changeover contacts (2 CO / DPDT) allow two separate circuits to be switched simultaneously.
  • 8 A rated contact current per pole for appropriately rated electrical loads.
  • 15 A maximum peak contact current under specified conditions.
  • 250 V AC rated contact voltage for suitable industrial switching applications.
  • Silver nickel (AgNi) contacts provide dependable electromechanical switching.
  • Compact plug-in construction supports convenient installation and replacement.
  • Approximately 7 mA nominal coil current for low-current control operation.
  • Reinforced coil-to-contact insulation supports electrical separation between control and load circuits.
  • 6 kV impulse withstand voltage between coil and contacts.
  • Wide operating temperature range for demanding equipment environments.
  • Suitable for railway-related equipment, industrial automation and auxiliary control applications.

Key Features

  • Finder 46 Series miniature industrial relay.
  • 46.52 type with two changeover contacts.
  • 72 V DC electromagnetic operating coil.
  • DPDT / 2 CO contact configuration.
  • 8 A rated contact current per pole.
  • 15 A maximum peak contact current.
  • 250 V AC rated contact voltage.
  • 440 V AC maximum switching voltage.
  • 2,000 VA rated AC-1 switching capacity per pole.
  • Silver nickel (AgNi) contact material.
  • Approximately 7 mA nominal coil current.
  • Approximately 0.5 W nominal coil consumption.
  • Reinforced insulation between coil and contacts.
  • 8 mm coil-to-contact clearance and creepage.
  • 6 kV coil-to-contact impulse withstand voltage.
  • Approximately 10 ms operate time.
  • Approximately 3 ms release time.
  • Socket-mounted, non-latching operation.
  • Compact industrial relay housing.

Reliable Two-Pole Switching for Industrial and Railway Control

The Finder 46.52.9.072.0000T uses an electromagnetic coil to operate two mechanically linked changeover contacts. When the 72 V DC coil is energised, both contacts transfer from their normally closed positions to their normally open positions. When the coil is de-energised, the contacts return to their original states.

This DPDT contact arrangement provides flexibility for switching two separate circuits, implementing electrical interlocking, changing control paths and operating auxiliary equipment. Its 8 A contact rating makes it suitable for a wide range of appropriately rated industrial switching duties.

The relay's compact socket-mounted design allows convenient replacement during maintenance. Its reinforced insulation provides separation between the coil and contact circuits, while the silver nickel contacts support reliable operation in suitable control applications. Engineers should verify coil characteristics, switching load and environmental requirements against the documentation for the exact relay variant before installation.

Typical Applications

  • Railway and transportation electrical control equipment.
  • 72 V DC industrial control circuits.
  • Industrial automation and machinery control systems.
  • Electrical control cabinets and distribution panels.
  • Auxiliary switching and interlocking circuits.
  • Programmable logic controller (PLC) interface systems.
  • Control circuit isolation and signal switching.
  • Alarm, monitoring and status indication circuits.
  • Industrial equipment requiring dual changeover contacts.
  • OEM control assemblies and electrical switching equipment.

Technical Specifications

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Device Type Plug-in Relay
Mounting Type Plug-in socket
Load Voltage 440 V AC
Switching Current (A) 8 A
Manufacturer Finder
Series 46 Series Miniature Industrial Relays
Model 46.52.9.072.0000T
Relay type 46.52
Product category Electromechanical industrial relay
Relay operation Monostable / non-latching
Contact configuration 2 CO / DPDT (double-pole changeover)
Number of poles 2
Rated contact current 8 A per pole
Maximum peak contact current 15 A
Rated contact voltage 250 V AC
Maximum switching voltage 440 V AC
Rated AC-1 switching capacity 2,000 VA per pole
DC resistive contact rating 8 A at 30 V DC
Nominal coil voltage 72 V DC
Coil supply type DC
Nominal coil current Approximately 7 mA
Nominal coil consumption Approximately 0.5 W
Coil resistance Approximately 10.4 kΩ, according to one distributor specification; published railway coil data also lists 3.4 kΩ for this coil designation
Contact material Silver nickel (AgNi)
Operate time Approximately 10 ms
Release time Approximately 3 ms
Coil-to-contact insulation Reinforced insulation
Coil-to-contact clearance and creepage 8 mm
Coil-to-contact impulse withstand voltage 6 kV
Operating temperature −40 to +70 °C
Mounting type Plug-in socket mounting
Termination Plug-in terminals
Approximate dimensions (L × W × H) 29 × 12.4 × 32.8 mm
Compatible accessories Selected Finder 97 Series relay sockets
Applications Industrial automation, railway control and auxiliary switching

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Finder 46.52.9.072.0000T used for?

The Finder 46.52.9.072.0000T is a miniature industrial electromechanical relay designed for switching and auxiliary control in industrial automation, railway-related electrical equipment, control panels and machinery.

What coil voltage does the Finder 46.52.9.072.0000T require?

The relay uses a 72 V DC nominal operating coil. Its nominal coil current is approximately 7 mA, with approximately 0.5 W coil consumption. The precise coil resistance and operating range should be verified against the applicable variant-specific documentation.

How many contacts does the Finder 46.52.9.072.0000T have?

The relay features two changeover contacts (2 CO / DPDT). Each pole provides common, normally closed and normally open connections, allowing two circuits to be switched simultaneously.

What is the contact current rating of this relay?

The Finder 46.52.9.072.0000T has an 8 A rated contact current per pole, a nominal contact voltage of 250 V AC and an AC-1 switching capacity of 2,000 VA per pole. Actual load suitability depends on switching conditions and utilisation category.

Can the Finder 46.52.9.072.0000T be installed in a relay socket?

Yes. The Finder 46.52.9.072.0000T is designed for plug-in socket mounting and can be used with compatible relay sockets, including selected Finder 97 Series products. The chosen socket should be checked for the relay's terminal configuration and installation requirements.

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