Why Choose the Finder 10.32.8.230.0010 Twilight Switch?
The Finder 10.32.8.230.0010 is a professional 230 V AC twilight switch with integrated light sensor, designed to automatically control outdoor lighting according to ambient light levels. Part of the Finder Series 10 light-dependent relay range, this device provides dependable dusk-to-dawn lighting automation for commercial, residential and industrial installations.
Featuring two normally open switching contacts rated at 16 A, the Finder 10.32.8.230.0010 can switch both line and neutral conductors in suitable lighting circuits. Its adjustable light sensitivity enables lighting to be activated as daylight fades and switched off when ambient illumination increases, reducing unnecessary energy consumption and eliminating the need for manual switching.
With an IP54-rated enclosure, an operating temperature range of −30 to +70 °C and integrated switching delays, this twilight switch is designed for dependable outdoor operation. Its surface-mounting design makes it suitable for building exteriors, security lighting, car parks, pathways and other installations requiring automatic illumination control.
Key Advantages
- Automatic dusk-to-dawn lighting control based on ambient illumination.
- 230 V AC supply for conventional mains-powered lighting installations.
- Two normally open contacts for switching line and neutral conductors.
- 16 A contact rating for suitable lighting and electrical loads.
- Adjustable light sensitivity for application-specific switching thresholds.
- Integrated light sensor eliminates the need for a separate photocell.
- IP54 enclosure protection for suitable outdoor mounting locations.
- 15-second switch-on delay helps prevent unwanted activation from brief changes in light.
- 30-second switch-off delay reduces nuisance switching from temporary illumination.
- Wide −30 to +70 °C operating temperature range.
- Surface-mounting construction for straightforward installation.
- Helps reduce lighting energy consumption by operating lights only when required.
Key Features
- Finder Series 10 light-dependent relay.
- Type 10.32 twilight switch with integrated photocell.
- Designed for 230 V AC, 50/60 Hz operation.
- DPST-NO output configuration with two normally open contacts.
- Rated switching current of 16 A.
- Adjustable ambient light threshold for automatic lighting control.
- Integrated timing functions to reduce unwanted switching.
- LED indication for supply, timing and relay operating status.
- IP54-rated plastic housing.
- Suitable for surface or wall mounting.
- Compact enclosure measuring approximately 110.6 × 58.6 × 40 mm.
- Designed for outdoor lighting automation and energy management.
Intelligent Dusk-to-Dawn Lighting Control
Twilight switches, also known as photocell switches or light-dependent relays, automatically operate electrical lighting circuits according to the surrounding light level. They are widely used for outdoor lighting because they adapt to seasonal changes in sunrise and sunset without requiring manual adjustment of a time schedule.
The Finder 10.32.8.230.0010 uses an integrated light sensor to monitor ambient illumination. When the measured light level falls below the selected threshold, the relay activates after its switch-on delay. When daylight returns and the illumination rises above the switching threshold, the relay switches off after its release delay.
The device provides two normally open contacts, allowing the line and neutral conductors to be interrupted in accordance with its connection diagram. This configuration is useful in suitable outdoor lighting circuits where two-pole switching is required. The contact rating must be assessed against the actual connected load, particularly for LED drivers and other equipment with high inrush currents.
Its IP54-rated housing offers protection against dust ingress and splashing water when correctly installed. For dependable operation, the twilight switch should be positioned where the integrated sensor receives representative natural daylight and is not directly illuminated by the lamps it controls. This helps prevent unwanted switching and improves lighting automation performance.
Typical Applications
- Automatic dusk-to-dawn outdoor lighting.
- Residential exterior and garden lighting.
- Commercial building perimeter illumination.
- Car park and access road lighting.
- Pathway, walkway and entrance lighting.
- Security and floodlighting installations.
- Industrial premises and warehouse exterior lighting.
- Retail and commercial signage illumination.
- Public and communal outdoor lighting.
- Energy-efficient lighting automation systems.
