Product category:
Switches and Keyboards
News Release from: Lorlin Electronics | Subject: WRL series
Edited by the Electronicstalk Editorial
Team on 16 May 2007
Secure switches are sealed from the
weather
Waterproof miniature key operated lock switches are sealed to IP66 and IP67 and offer single- or double-pole operation.
New from Lorlin Electronics, the WRL series of waterproof miniature key operated lock switches are sealed to IP66 and IP67 and can be operated by a single common key or one of up to 200 different combinations Manufactured at Lorlin's own factory in the UK the these single- or double-pole snap-fit switches feature a compact, rugged design, are simple to mount, occupy a small panel area and project less than 30mm from the rear of the mounting panel
This article was originally published on Electronicstalk on 17 Jun 2008 at 8.00am (UK)
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The lock is mounted to the panel from the front and the electrical switch snaps on to the back of the mechanism.
60- and 90-degree key indexing versions are available, and the key may be inserted into the lock either way up and withdrawn in both the locked and unlocked switch positions.
The WRL miniature lock switch is rated for currents up to 5A at 115V AC over a minimum operating life of 10,000 cycles and has an operating temperature range of - 20 to +65C.
Dan Walker, Sales Manager of Lorlin Electronics comments: "Our new WRL switch family meets a growing need for secure switching in security, alarm, vehicle, marine and industrial applications which may be outdoor or where washing or cleaning is required".
"We ship high volumes of standard key switches each year and we can now meet the many requests we receive for a waterproof version".
Typical applications for the Lorlin WRL miniature lock switch include, security shutters, alarm and security control panels in airports, prisons, police stations etc, factory equipment, instrumentation and electrical control panels.
The new WRL keyswitch is available direct from Lorlin or from franchised distributors worldwide.
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