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Honeywell Explosion-Proof Basic Switches | New Product Brief

June 21, 2019 by Mouser Electronics

The V15W2 switches are rated for 5A and approved for Zone 2 usage.

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Honeywell Explosion-Proof Basic Switches

Honeywell’s Micro Switch V15W2 Series Explosion-Proof Basic Switches are environmentally sealed to prevent flammable gases from entering the switching cavity and igniting. V15W2 switches have a PBT thermoplastic polyester housing with an IP67 equivalent silicone sealing material and global package size acceptance.

These switches have global safety and IEC Ex approvals, approved for use in Zone 2 hazardous locations. V15W2 switches are rated for 5A and have quick connect terminals. Switches are also available with gold contacts for controlling logic-level or low-energy circuits.

Honeywell V15W2 series switches are offered in SPDT, SPNO, and SPNC configurations and have a service life rated of over one million mechanical operations.  

  • PBT thermoplastic polyester housing
    • IP67 equivalent silicone seal
    • Global package size acceptance
  • UL, cUL, ENEC, CQC, IEC Ex approvals
  • Approved for use in Zone 2 hazardous locations
  • 5 A electrical rating
  • Quick connect terminals
    • Optional gold contacts for controlling logic-level/low-energy circuits
  • Rated for over one million mechanical operations

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