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A8L Miniature Rocker Switch
Miniature Rocker Switch for High
Capacity Switching
• Withstands inrush currents up to 100 A with a
unique switching mechanism.
• Soft touch with firm switching action.
• Easy to mount by snap fitting.
• Contact gap of 3 mm minimum.
• UL and cUL standards approved. Conforms to EN
standards.
■List of Models
RoHS Compliant
Caution
Refer to Precautions
Contact Form
SPST
Quantity
per box
Terminals Solder terminals PCB terminals Right-angled
PCB terminals
Left-angled
PCB terminals
Quick-connect
terminals #187
Color of caps and cases Black Black Black Black Black
Marking
on caps
Without markings A8L-11-11N1 A8L-11-12N1 A8L-11-13N1 A8L-11-14N1 A8L-11-15N1
300
A8L-11-11N2 A8L-11-12N2 A8L-11-13N2 A8L-11-14N2 A8L-11-15N2
A8L-11-11N3 A8L-11-12N3 A8L-11-13N3 A8L-11-14N3 A8L-11-15N3
A8L-11-11N6 A8L-11-12N6 A8L-11-13N6 A8L-11-14N6 A8L-11-15N6
12
ON
OFF
Contact Form
DPST
Quantity
per box
Terminals Solder terminals PCB terminals Right-angled
PCB terminals
Left-angled
PCB terminals
Quick-connect
terminals #187
Color of caps and cases Black Black Black Black Black
Marking
on caps
Without markings A8L-21-11N1 A8L-21-12N1 A8L-21-13N1 A8L-21-14N1 A8L-21-15N1
300
A8L-21-11N2 A8L-21-12N2 A8L-21-13N2 A8L-21-14N2 A8L-21-15N2
A8L-21-11N3 A8L-21-12N3 A8L-21-13N3 A8L-21-14N3 A8L-21-15N3
A8L-21-11N6 A8L-21-12N6 A8L-21-13N6 A8L-21-14N6 A8L-21-15N6
12
34
ON
OFF
2
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■Ratings
Note: 1. The non-inductive lamp load has an inrush current 10 times steady current.
2. The inductive load has a power factor of 0.4 minimum (AC).
3. The motor load has an inrush current 6 times steady current.
The above ratings were tested under the following conditions:
1. Ambient temperature:20±2°C
2. Ambient humidity:65±5%RH
3. Switching frequency:7 times/min
■Approved Safety Standards
UL, cUL (UL1054/CSA C22.2 No. 55)
10 A, 125 VAC; 10 A, 250 VAC
TÜV (EN61058-1)
10 (8) A, 250 VAC
■Characteristics
Note: Consult your OMRON representative for details of performance characteristics with respect to individual standards.
■Dimensions (Unit: mm)
Note: The following illustrations and drawings are for 2 poles (DPST) models, 1 pole (SPST) models have single side terminals.
Solder Terminals ■Operating Characteristics
Note: Unless otherwise specified, a tolerance of ±0.4 mm applies to all dimensions.
Rated load Non-inductive Inductive
Resistive load Lamp load Inductive load Inductive motor load
125 VAC 10 A 10 A 8 A 8 A
250 VAC 10 A 10 A 8 A 8 A
Permissible operating
frequency Mechanical 20 operations/min max.
Electrical 7 operations/min max.
Insulation resistance 100 MΩ min. (500 VDC)
Dielectric strength
Between terminals
of the same polarity 2,000 VAC, 50/60 Hz, for 1 min
Between terminals
of the different
polarity 2,000 VAC, 50/60 Hz, for 1 min
Between charged
metal parts and the
ground terminal 4,000 VAC, 50/60 Hz, for 1 min
Vibration resistance Malfunction 10 to 55 Hz, 1.5-mm double amplitude
Shock resistance Malfunction 300 m/s2
Destruction 500 m/s2
Durability Mechanical 50,000 operations min.
Electrical 10,000 operations min.
Inrush current 100 A max. (8.3 ms max.)
Ambient operating temperature –20 to +55°C (with no icing or condensation)
Ambient operating humidity 45 to 85%RH
1.4 dia.
2 dia.
A8L-11-11N1 A8L-21-11N1
A8L-11-11N2 A8L-21-11N2
A8L-11-11N3 A8L-21-11N3
A8L-11-11N6 A8L-21-11N6
21
15
8.5
16.5 13
2.3
3.6
19
10
4.8
5.6 2
12.5
10.8
8.75
0.8
No. of poles 1 (SPST) 2 (DPST)
Operating force(OF) 2.16±1.18 N
{220±120 gf}
3.92±2.45 N
{400±250 gf}
3
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PCB Terminals ■Operating Characteristics
Right-angled PCB Terminals ■Operating Characteristics
Left-angled PCB Terminals ■Operating Characteristics
Note: Unless otherwise specified, a tolerance of ±0.4 mm applies to all dimensions.
PCB Dimensions
(Bottom View)
Four, 1.8±0.1-dia. holes
A8L-11-12N1 A8L-21-12N1
A8L-11-12N2 A8L-21-12N2
A8L-11-12N3 A8L-21-12N3
A8L-11-12N6 A8L-21-12N6
16.5 13
4
19
10
1.3
5.6
21
2
15
10±0.1
8.75±0.1
12.5
8.75
0.8
10.8
No. of poles 1 (SPST) 2 (DPST)
Operating force(OF) 2.16±1.18 N
{220±120 gf}
3.92±2.45 N
{400±250 gf}
PCB Dimensions
(Bottom View)
Four, 1.8±0.1-dia. holes
8±0.1
A8L-11-13N1 A8L-21-13N1
A8L-11-13N2 A8L-21-13N2
A8L-11-13N3 A8L-21-13N3
A8L-11-13N6 A8L-21-13N6
21
15
16.5 13
3.3
19
10
5.6 2
10
±0.1
10.8
2
0.8
4
12.5
8
No. of poles 1 (SPST) 2 (DPST)
Operating force(OF) 2.16±1.18 N
{220±120 gf}
3.92±2.45 N
{400±250 gf}
PCB Dimensions
(Bottom View)
Four, 1.8±0.1-dia. holes
A8L-11-14N1 A8L-21-14N1
A8L-11-14N2 A8L-21-14N2
A8L-11-14N3 A8L-21-14N3
A8L-11-14N6 A8L-21-14N6
21
15
16.5 13
3.3
19
10
5.6 2
10
±
0.1
8
±
0.1
10.8
2
0.8
412.5
8
No. of poles 1 (SPST) 2 (DPST)
Operating force(OF) 2.16±1.18 N
{220±120 gf}
3.92±2.45 N
{400±250 gf}
4
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Quick-connect Terminals #187 ■Operating Characteristics
Note: Unless otherwise specified, a tolerance of ±0.4 mm applies to all dimensions.
■Panel Cutout
Note: Recommended panel material: SPCC
Panel Cutout for Angled PCB Terminals
(A8L-@@-@3@@, A8L-@@-@4@@)
When processing the panel, be sure that the Play R is on the
switch operation side.
Be sure that the Edge is on the reverse side of panel when
processing.
■Precautions
Be sure to read the Safety precautions common to all Rocker Switches for correct use.
No. of poles 1 (SPST) 2 (DPST)
Operating force(OF) 2.16±1.18 N
{220±120 gf}
3.92±2.45 N
{400±250 gf}
Panel thickness (mm) X (mm) Y (mm)
0.75 to 1.25
1.26 to 2.5
X
Y
19.2 0
−0.1
12.9 +0.1
0
19.4+0.1
−0.3 12.9 +0.1
0
Play R
Edge
Panel thickness (mm) X (mm)
0.75 to 1.25
1.26 to 2.5
15±0.3
17.5±0.3
X
12.9+0.1
0
19.2
−0.1
0
19.4 −0.3
+0.1
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• Application examples provided in this document are for reference only. In actual applications, confirm equipment functions and safety before using the product.
• Consult your OMRON representative before using the product under conditions which are not described in the manual or applying the product to nuclear control systems, railroad
systems, aviation systems, vehicles, combustion systems, medical equipment, amusement machines, safety equipment, and other systems or equipment that may have a serious
influence on lives and property if used improperly. Make sure that the ratings and performance characteristics of the product provide a margin of safety for the system or
equipment, and be sure to provide the system or equipment with double safety mechanisms.
OMRON Corporation
ELECTRONIC AND MECHANICAL COMPONENTS COMPANY Contact: www.omron.com/ecb Cat. No. A114-E1-06
1212(0207)(O)
Note: Do not use this document to operate the Unit.