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NKK Switches New JWLW Series 16A Rocker Switches With IP67 Waterproof Rating
Series Designed to Conform to Industry Standards for Panel Seal
| Source: NKK Switches
SCOTTSDALE, AZ--(Marketwire - June 18, 2009) - NKK Switches, the world's leading designer
and manufacturer of innovative electromechanical switching devices, today
released the new JWLW Series of panel seal, high capacity rocker switches,
as an expansion of the existing JW rocker series.
JWLW Series of snap-in mounted switches were specifically designed to
conform to IP67 rating of IEC60529 standards for panel seal. JWLW rockers
are dust-tight and protected against effects of temporary water immersion
to 15 cm. The housing and case are constructed with heat resistant resins
meeting UL 94V-0 standards and terminals are molded in and epoxy sealed to
lock out flux, dust and other contaminants.
In addition, the electrical life of these switches is increased through the
uniquely designed contact plate to minimize contact bounce. The prominent
external insulating barriers between terminals increase insulation
resistance and dielectric strength and the combination solder lug/quick
connect terminals help ease assembly.
Design engineers can configure circuits in DPST or DPDT. All single throw
models can be ordered with the international inscriptions for ON/OFF and
these can be specified in vertical or horizontal orientation to accommodate
placement in the panel. Custom legends are also available. Actuators are
available in red or black.
JWLW Series switches are rated at 16A @ 125/250V AC, 5A @ 72V DC for
telecommunication applications and are cULus recognized. The JWLW Series of
switches have a TV-8 rating to handle high inrush current. Mechanical and
electrical life is rated at 25,000 operations minimum. Insulation
resistance is rated at 1Gohm at 500VDC.
These devices are ideal for any design requiring a panel seal rocker for
human interface in harsh environments, including industrial equipment,
heavy machinery, transportation services, restaurant and medical equipment
and telecommunications devices.
A leading designer and producer of electromechanical switches, NKK Switches
offers one of the industry's most extensive selections of illuminated,
process sealed, miniature, specialty, surface mount and programmable
switches. NKK manufactures more than 3.5 million toggle, rocker,
pushbutton, slide, rotary, DIP rotary, keypad and keylock switches, each of
which can be used as the foundation of a customized design. All switches
are designed and manufactured to provide the quality and dependability that
has made NKK the benchmark for reliability for over half a century.
NKK continues to lead the industry in responding to the needs of the
marketplace with innovation, high reliability, customization and a
commitment to excellence. The company provides a full suite of
customization solutions that include: design, programming, printing and
support. Downloadable 3D CAD models of the company's switches are
available, allowing design engineers to quickly integrate complex models
into their designs at no charge. NKK maintains a complete network of
qualified representatives and distributors through the United States,
Canada, Central and South America, Europe and Asia.
Engineers who design the human-machine interface for their products rely on
the broad product line, specialized design expertise and customer support
of NKK Switches. For more information, contact NKK Switches, 7850 E.
Gelding Dr., Scottsdale, AZ 85260. Phone: (480) 991-0942. Fax: (480)
998-1435. Visit the NKK Web site at www.nkkswitches.com.
