Why Choose the Finder 96.72.0SMA Relay Socket?
The Finder 96.72.0SMA is a robust and reliable 8-pin relay socket designed for secure mounting and electrical connection of Finder 56 Series industrial power relays. As part of the established Finder 96 Series relay socket range, it provides a practical interface between plug-in relays and electrical control circuits in industrial automation, machinery and electrical distribution systems.
This relay socket features screw terminals with plate-clamp connections, providing dependable conductor retention and straightforward wiring during installation and maintenance. Its black housing and compact design make it suitable for organised electrical control panels, while its compatibility with standard 35 mm DIN rails and panel mounting offers flexibility across different installation requirements.
With rated electrical values of 12 A and 250 V, the Finder 96.72.0SMA is designed for use with Finder 56.32 two-pole changeover relays. The socket also features IP20 protection, a dielectric strength of 2 kV AC and an operating ambient temperature range of −40 to +70 °C. The SMA configuration includes a metal retaining clip to help secure the relay in position during normal operation.
Key Advantages
- Reliable 8-pin industrial relay socket designed for Finder 56.32 power relays.
- 12 A, 250 V rated electrical values suitable for industrial relay installations.
- 35 mm DIN rail or panel mounting for flexible installation inside electrical enclosures.
- Screw terminals with plate-clamp connections provide secure and dependable wiring.
- Black socket housing for identification and organised control panel layouts.
- Metal retaining clip included to help maintain secure relay positioning.
- IP20 protection rating suitable for installation within appropriate electrical enclosures.
- Compatible with optional Finder 99.01 indication and EMC suppression modules.
Key Features
- Finder 96 Series relay socket for industrial automation applications.
- 8-pin socket configuration compatible with Finder 56.32 relays.
- 12 A rated current.
- 250 V rated voltage.
- 2 kV AC dielectric strength.
- IP20 protection category.
- Black housing for electrical control panel installations.
- Screw terminal connections with plate-clamp conductor retention.
- 35 mm DIN rail mounting in accordance with EN 60715, or direct panel mounting.
- Metal retaining clip supplied with the SMA socket configuration.
- −40 to +70 °C ambient temperature range.
- 0.8 Nm terminal screw tightening torque.
- 10 mm recommended wire stripping length.
- Support for optional Finder 99.01 coil indication and suppression modules.
Technical Specifications
- Manufacturer: Finder
- Series: 96 Series Relay Sockets
- Model: 96.72.0SMA
- Product type: Industrial plug-in relay socket
- Compatible relay: Finder 56.32
- Number of pins: 8
- Rated current: 12 A
- Rated voltage: 250 V
- Dielectric strength: 2 kV AC
- Protection rating: IP20
- Housing colour: Black
- Terminal type: Screw terminal, plate-clamp connection
- Mounting type: 35 mm DIN rail / panel mounting
- DIN rail standard: EN 60715
- Operating ambient temperature: −40 to +70 °C
- Terminal screw torque: 0.8 Nm
- Wire stripping length: 10 mm
- Maximum solid conductor size: 1 × 4 mm² or 2 × 4 mm²
- Maximum stranded conductor size: 1 × 4 mm² or 2 × 2.5 mm²
- Retaining clip: Finder 094.71 metal retaining clip, included with SMA configuration
- Compatible accessory modules: Finder 99.01 Series
- Relay supplied: No, relay socket and retaining clip assembly
Reliable Relay Connections for Industrial Automation
Industrial relay sockets such as the Finder 96.72.0SMA provide a convenient and dependable method of connecting plug-in electromechanical relays to electrical control systems. By allowing compatible relays to be inserted and removed without disconnecting the permanent field wiring, relay sockets help simplify maintenance, troubleshooting and component replacement.
The Finder 96 Series is designed to complement the manufacturer's 56 Series industrial power relays. The 96.72.0SMA accommodates the Finder 56.32 relay configuration and provides secure screw-terminal connections for control and switching circuits. Its metal retaining clip helps hold the installed relay firmly in place, while compatibility with optional 99.01 modules allows additional coil indication or electrical suppression functionality when appropriately configured.
Typical Applications
- Industrial electrical control panels and switchgear assemblies.
- PLC-controlled relay interfaces and automation systems.
- Industrial machinery control and switching circuits.
- Motor control panels and auxiliary control circuits.
- Building automation and HVAC control systems.
- Manufacturing and production equipment.
- Electrical distribution and control cabinets.
- Maintenance and replacement of Finder 56.32 relay installations.
