Cherry E Series Miniature Snap-Action Switch

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E Series

Miniature Snap-Action Switches

Features

8 current ratings AC
3 current ratings DC
Choice of actuator styles
Choice of terminals
3 contact arrangements
Long-life coil spring mechanism
Agency approved extended life versions
High-temperature versions available

E Series

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Electrical Ratings

Switch Series	EN61058 Rating	UL1054 Rating	Electrical Life at Rated Load
Switch Series	EN61058 Rating	UL1054 Rating	According to UL (Min. Operations)
E21	N/A	0.1A, 125VAC (0.25A, 30VDC optional)	6,000**
E22	N/A	3A, 125/250VAC 1/10HP, 250VAC (0.1A, 125VDC optional)	6,000
E23	N/A	5A, 1/4HP, 125/250VAC	6,000
E31	N/A	1A, 125VAC	6,000
E33	N/A	10A, 1/2HP, 125/250VAC (6A, 30VDC optional)	6,000**
E34	N/A	15A, 1/2HP, 125/250VAC	6,000*
E35	N/A	20.1A, 1/2HP, 125/250VAC	6,000
E36	N/A	25A, 125/250VAC; 1HP, 125VAC; 2HP, 250VAC	6,000
* Indicates 100K life available for AC versions only. ** Indicates 100K life available for AC and DC versions.

Specifications

Electrical

Temperature Rating:	-40° to +85°C (130°C and 150°C optional, except E36)

Flammability Rating:	UL94HB

Materials

Case:	General Purpose Phenolic

Actuating Button:	Thermoplastic Acetal

Common Terminals:	Silver-Plated Brass (E21, E22, E23, E31, E33, E34, E35) Silver-Plated Copper (E36)

NO & NC Terminals:	Brass (E21, E22, E23, E31, E33, E34, E35) Copper (E36)

Moving Blade:	Brass (E21, E22, E23) Silver-Plated Beryllium Copper (E31, E33, E34, E35, E36)

Spring:	Stainless Steel

Auxiliary Actuator:	Cold-Rolled Steel (Nickel-Plated) (except E21 and E22 — Aluminum])

Roller:	Sintered Stainless Steel

Contacts:	Silver Alloy (except E21 and E31 — Gold Crosspoint)

Approvals


		E34 and E35 only

Dimensions — Standard Force

Inches (mm)

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Part Numbers with -50N (top) and -90N (bottom) Suffixes

Inches (mm)

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Dimensions — Light Force

Inches (mm)

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Part Numbers with -50NX (top) and -90NX (bottom) Suffixes

Inches (mm)

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Terminals

Terminal Type	Dimensions (click image for larger view)	Part Number Suffix
Terminal Type	Dimensions (click image for larger view)	Operating Force	SPDT	SPST NO	SPST NC
QC (Quick Connect) 0.187" (4.75mm)		Standard	–00A	–01A	–02A
QC (Quick Connect) 0.187" (4.75mm)		Light	–00AX	–01AX	–02AX
Screw		Standard	–10A	–11A	–12A
Screw		Light	–10AX	–11AX	–12AX
Solder		Standard	–20A	–21A	–22A
Solder		Light	–20AX	–21AX	–22AX
Short Solder		Standard	–30A	–31A	–32A
Short Solder		Light	–30AX	–31AX	–32AX
QC (Quick Connect) 0.250" (6.35mm)		Standard	–40A	–41A	–42A
QC (Quick Connect) 0.250" (6.35mm)		Light	–40AX	–41AX	–42AX
Note: 0.187" Quick Connect terminals are standard. Normally, to order screw terminals add 10 to suffix number. To order solder terminals add 20 to suffix number and to order 0.250" Q.C. terminals add 40 to suffix number.
Exception: When ordering -55HX, -75HX, -75KX or -85HX switches with screw, solder or 0.250" QC terminals, consult factory.
Note: E35 and E36 only available with 0.250" (6.35mm) QC terminals.

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Actuators

Many special forms and lengths of actuators are available. Standard type integral hinged lever and roller actuators are available in choice of 2 mounting positions. Actuation lengths are dimensioned from centerline of switch mounting hole as shown.

Inches (mm)

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Actuator Specifications

0.793±0.058
(20.14±1.47)

Actuator Type	Switch Type	Maximum Operating Force (grams)						Max. Pre-Travel inches (mm)	Operating Point* inches (mm)	Min. Over-Travel inches (mm)	Max. Movement Differential inches (mm)	Actuation Length** inches (mm)
Actuator Type	Switch Type	E21, E22	E23, E31	E33	E34	E35	E36	Max. Pre-Travel inches (mm)	Operating Point* inches (mm)	Min. Over-Travel inches (mm)	Max. Movement Differential inches (mm)	Actuation Length** inches (mm)
Standard Force
–00A		75	170	285	400	N/A	N/A	0.047 (1.19)	0.578±0.020 (14.68±0.51)	0.050 (1.27)	0.010 (0.25)	N/A
–00H		75	170	285	400	N/A	N/A	0.062 (1.57)	0.600±0.020 (15.24±0.51)	0.050 (1.27)	0.016 (0.41)	0.865 (21.97)
–50H		35	86	144	200	N/A	N/A	0.125 (3.18)	0.600±0.045 (15.24±1.14)	0.085 (2.16)	0.030 (0.76)	1.400 (35.56)
–50HL		20	51	86	120	N/A	N/A	0.220 (5.59)	0.600±0.075 (15.24±1.91)	0.130 (3.30)	0.040 (1.02)	1.580 (40.13)
–00K		75	170	285	400	N/A	N/A	0.047 (1.19)	0.806±0.030 (20.47±0.76)	0.040 (1.02)	0.010 (0.25)	0.810 (20.57)
–50K		35	86	144	200	N/A	N/A	0.125 (3.18)	0.806±0.045 (20.47±1.14)	0.085 (2.16)	0.030 (0.76)	1.340 (34.04)
–50KL		25	51	86	120	N/A	N/A	0.200 (5.08)	0.806±0.075 (20.47±1.91)	0.120 (3.05)	0.040 (1.02)	1.516 (38.51)
–50P		35	86	144	200	N/A	N/A	0.125 (3.18)	1.045±0.045 (26.54±1.14)	0.085 (2.16)	0.030 (0.76)	1.340 (34.04)
–50N^†		35	86	144	200	N/A	N/A	0.175 (4.45)	0.600±0.045 (15.24±1.14)	0.065 (1.65)	0.030 (0.76)	1.382 (35.10)
–90N^†		35	86	144	200	N/A	N/A	0.125 (3.18)	0.085 (2.16)	0.030 (0.76)	1.289 (32.74)
Light Force
–00AX		15	45	75	100	N/A	N/A	0.047 (1.19)	0.578±0.020 (14.68±0.51)	0.050 (1.27)	0.010 (0.25)	N/A
–00HX		15	45	75	100	N/A	N/A	0.062 (1.57)	0.600±0.020 (15.24±0.51)	0.050 (1.27)	0.016 (0.41)	0.865 (21.97)
–50HX		8	22	37	50	N/A	N/A	0.125 (3.18)	0.600±0.045 (15.24±1.14)	0.085 (2.16)	0.030 (0.76)	1.400 (35.56)
–75HX		5	14	22	30	N/A	N/A	0.220 (5.59)	0.600±0.075 (15.24±1.91)	0.130 (3.30)	0.040 (1.02)	1.580 (40.13)
–50KX		8	22	37	50	N/A	N/A	0.125 (3.18)	0.806±0.045 (20.47±1.14)	0.085 (2.16)	0.030 (0.76)	1.340 (34.04)
–75KX		5	14	22	30	N/A	N/A	0.200 (5.08)	0.806±0.075 (20.47±1.91)	0.120 (3.05)	0.040 (1.02)	1.516 (38.51)
–55HX		4	10	17	22	N/A	N/A	0.300 (7.62)	0.600±0.100 (15.24±2.54)	0.187 (4.75)	0.065 (1.65)	2.757 (70.03)
–85HX		2	6	10	13	N/A	N/A	0.500 (12.70)	0.600±0.175 (15.24±4.45)	0.312 (7.92)	0.100 (2.54)	2.932 (74.47)
–50NX^†		8	22	37	50	65	112	0.175 (4.45)	0.600±0.045 (15.24±1.14)	0.065 (1.65)	0.030 (0.76)	1.382 (35.10)
–90NX^†		8	22	37	50	65	112	0.125 (3.18)	0.793±0.058 (20.14±1.47)	0.085 (2.16)	0.030 (0.76)	1.289 (32.74)
–40AX		N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	120	220	0.070 (1.78)	0.557±0.020 (14.15±0.51)	0.035 (0.89)	0.010 (0.25)	N/A
Measured above reference line. Refer to dimensional drawings above. *Actuator tolerance ± 0.031 inches (0.79mm) †Only available with 85°C temperature rating.
Note: E35 and E36 available in light force only.

Circuitry

Mounting

Contact arrangement available in choice of single pole double throw (SPDT) or single pole single throw (SPST), either normally open (NO) or normally closed (NC). In general normally open may be specified by changing suffix number from 00 to 01 and normally closed by changing suffix number to 02.

Recommended mounting screw size: #4-40 round head.
Recommended torque on screw: 3 inch lbs. max.

PART NUMBERS COMMONLY STOCKED IN DISTRIBUTION

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E2100AX
E2100K
E2150H
E2200AX
E2200K
E2250HX
E2250K
E2250KL
E2255HX
E2285HX

E2300A
E2300K
E2350H
E2350K
E2355HX
E2385HX
E3300A
E3300AX
E3300K
E3350H

E3350HL
E3350K
E3385HX
E3400A
E3400K
E3420A
E3450HX
E3450K
E3455HX
E3485HX

These part numbers offer advantages in lower minimum order quantity and typically shorter lead times.

Ordering Information

Select the current rating you need. Combine the corresponding Series/Prefix number with the appropriate suffix number for the switch type, circuitry and terminals you require.

Part Number Example:

E23-41AX = E23 Series 5 amp, without actuator, SPST NO,
with .250 inch QC Terminals, Light Operating Force

Specifications subject to change without notice.