C-Series

Essen deinki’s C Series micro switches are designed for reliability. These single-pole changeover switches respond quickly and feature fine silver contacts, ensuring strong conductivity and durability. Their sturdy beryllium copper trident spring mechanism delivers consistent performance. You can count on a secure connection with solder tag terminals fastened by M3 screws. Plus, these switches meet the rigorous IEC 1058-1 standard, showing their commitment to quality and safety. Whether you need precise control for various applications, Essen deinki’s C Series micro switches are a trusted choice for dependable electrical performance.

Characteristics

Product

Description

Ordering Code

MCL-15D

Actuating force
Release force
Pretravel
Overtravel
Movement differential
Salient features :

70 gms.(max.)
14 gms.(min.)
9 mm. (max.)
2.5 mm
0.8mm. (MAX.)
Direct acting stainless steel plain lever of 63.5mm radius

Ordering Code

MCL-15D/LF

Actuating force
Release force
Pretravel
Overtravel
Movement differential
Salient features

28.3 gms. (max.)
3.gms.(min.)
9 mm. (max.)
2.5 mm
0.8mm. (MAX.)
Lever return coil spring omitted to achieve lower actuating force.

Ordering Code

MCL-15DA

Actuating force
Release force
Pretravel
Overtravel
Movement differential
Salient features

70 gms. (max.)
14 gms.(min.)
9 mm. (max.)
2.5 mm
0.8mm. (max.)
Direct acting stainless steel plain lever of 63.5mm. radius. Adjustable lever facilitates fine adjustment of operating position.For coarse adjustment bend lever at the point where it joins its yoke. For fine adjustment turn screw provided on lever. Adjustment of ±1½  is available by this method.

MCL-15D-1

  • Actuating force : 225 gms. (max.)
  • Release force : 29.gms.(min.)
  • Pretravel : 7 mm.(max.)
  • Overtravel : 5.6mm.
  • Movement differential : 0.4 mm. (max.)
  • Salient features: Similar to MCL-15D but with increased actuating force.

MCL-15DL1

  • Actuating force : 18 gms. (max.)
  • Release force : 5.gms.(min.)
  • Pretravel : 23 mm.(max.)
  • Overtravel : 2.5mm.
  • Movement differential : 2.0 mm. (max.)
  • Salient features: Direct acting extra long stainless steel plain lever of 150 mm.

MCL-15PL

  • Actuating force : 185 gms. (max.)
  • Release force : 35 gms.(min.)
  • Pretravel : 2.5 mm. (max.)
  • Overtravel : 2.0 mm.
  • Movement differential : 0.5 mm. (max.)
  • Salient features :Micro switch with plastic lever.

MCR-16D

  • Actuating force : 100 gms. (max.)
  • Release force : 21 gms. (min.)
  • Pretravel : 6.1 mm.(max.)
  • Overtravel : 2.3mm.
  • Movement differential : 0.5 mm. (max.)
  • Salient features :Nylon roller of
    9.5 mm. dia. x 4.6 mm. width mounted on stainless steel
    lever of 47.6 mm. radius.
  • With metal roller : Ordering Code-MCR-16DM

MCR-16DA

  • Actuating force : 100 gms. (max.)
  • Release force : 21 gms. (min.)
  • Pretravel : 6.1 mm.(max.)
  • Overtravel : 2.3mm.
  • Movement differential : 0.5 mm. (max.)
  • Salient features : Nylon roller of
    9.5 mm. dia. x 4.6 mm. width mounted on stainless steel lever of 47.6 mm. radius. Adjustment of operating mechanism is similar to MCL-15DA.
  • With metal roller : Ordering Code-MCR-16DAM

MCR-16D-1

  • Actuating force : 225 gms.(max.)
  • Release force : 43 gms.(min.)
  • Pretravel : 6.75 mm. (max.)
  • Overtravel : 5.3 mm.
  • Movement differential : 0.4 mm. (max.)
  • Salient features: Similar to MCR-16D but with increased actuating force.
  • With metal roller : Ordering Code-MCR-16D-1M

MCRS-16D

  • Actuating force : 181 gms. (max.)
  • Release force : 35 gms. (min.))
  • Pretravel : 5 mm. (max.)
  • Overtravel : 1.2mm.
  • Movement differential : 0.25 mm. (max.)
  • Salient features : Nylon roller of
    9.5 mm. dia. x 4.6 mm. width mounted on stainless steel of reduced length.
  • With metal roller : Ordering Code-MCRS-16DM

MCRS-16D-1

  • Actuating force : 625 gms. (max.)
  • Release force : 170 gms. (min.)
  • Pretravel : 5.5 mm. (max.)
  • Overtravel : 1.2mm.
  • Movement differential : 0.15 mm.(max.)
  • Salient features : Similar to MCRS-16D but with increased actuating force.
  • With metal roller : Ordering Code-MCRS-16D-1M

Note : All roller lever type micro switches are also available with cross roller. Add suffix ‘C’ after ordering code. eg: MCR-16D-C etc.

Electrical Ratings

Load

Rating

AC (Resistive)
AC (Inductive)
AC (Resistive)
AC (Inductive)

15A at 125V or 15 A at 250V or 15A at 440V
5A at 125V or 5 A at 250V or 2A at 440V
0.5A at 125V or 0.25A at 250V
0.03A at 125V or 0.02A at 250V 

Technical data

Contact resistance
Insulation Resistance
Voltage proof
Terminals
Electrical life
Mechanical life
10 milliohms (max.)
1000 megaohms (min)
1 KV AC for one minute
Solder
50,000 operations
1 million operations