Miniature Basic Switch K

Simple Internal Mechanism Enables

Durability of 20,000,000 Mechanical
Operations or More
Long-life design with an OT stopper inside the case
and high-precision movable spring.
A choice of types with right-hand barrier, left-hand
barrier and no barrier for the terminals is available.

RCW
Ordering Information
Model Number Legend
Kjj
1 2

1. Barrier 2. Actuator
1: With right-hand barrier None: Pin plunger
2: With left-hand barrier L: Hinge lever
3: Without barrier L13: Simulated roller lever
L2: Hinge roller lever
List of Models
Actuator OF With right-hand barrier With left-hand barrier Without barrier
max.

Pin plunger 0.25 N K1 K2 K3

{25 gf}
Hinge lever 0.15 N K1L K2L K3L
{15 gf}
Simulated roller lever K1L13 K2L13 K3L13

Hinge roller lever K1L2 K2L2 K3L2

Specifications
Ratings
Rated voltage Resistive load
125 VAC 5A
250 VAC 3A

Note: The ratings values apply under the following test conditions:
Ambient temperature: 20±2°C
Ambient humidity: 65±5%
Operating frequency: 30 operations/min.

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Switching Capacity per Load (Reference Values)

Voltage Non-inductive load Inductive load
Resistive load Lamp load Inductive load Motor load
NC NO NC NO NC NO NC NO
125 VAC 5A 1.5 A 0.7 A 3A 1.5 A 0.7 A
250 VAC 3A 1A 0.5 A 2A 1A 0.5 A
8 VDC 5A 3A 3A 4A 3A
14 VDC 5A 3A 3A 4A 3A
30 VDC 5A 3A 3A 4A 3A
125 VDC 0.4 A 0.05 A 0.05 A 0.4 A 0.05 A
250 VDC 0.2 A 0.05 A 0.03 A 0.2 A 0.03 A
Note: 1. The above values are for the steady-state current.
2. Inductive load has a power factor of 0.7 min. (AC) and a time constant of 7 ms max. (DC).
3. Lamp load has an inrush current of 10 times the steady-state current.
4. Motor load has an inrush current of 6 times the steady-state current.

Characteristics
Operating speed 0.1 mm to 1 m/s (pin plunger models)
Operating frequency Mechanical: 300 operations/min max.
Electrical: 30 operations/min max.
Insulation resistance 100 MΩ min. (at 500 VDC)
Contact resistance (initial value) 30 mΩ max.
Dielectric strength (see note 2) 1,000 VAC, 50/60 Hz for 1 min between terminals of the same polarities
2,000 VAC, 50/60 Hz for 1 min between current-carrying metal part and ground, and between
each terminal and non-current-carrying metal part
Vibration resistance (see note 3) Malfunction: 10 to 55 Hz, 1.5-mm double amplitude
Shock resistance (see note 3) Destruction: 500 m/s2 {approx. 50G} max.
Malfunction: 300 m/s2 {approx. 30G} max.
Durability (see note 4) Mechanical: 20,000,000 operations min. (60 operations/min) (Refer to Engineering Data.)
Electrical: 100,000 operations min. (30 operations/min) (Refer to Engineering Data.)
Degree of protection IEC IP40
Degree of protection against Class I
electric shock
Proof tracking index (PTI) 175
Ambient operating temperature –25°C to 80°C (at ambient humidity of 60% max.) (with no icing)
Ambient operating humidity 85% max. (for 5°C to 35°C)
Weight Approx. 5.9 g (pin plunger models)
Note: 1. The data given above are initial values.
2. The dielectric strength shown in the table indicates a value for models with a Separator.
3. For the pin plunger models, the above values apply for use at both the free position and total travel position. For the lever models,
they apply at the total travel position. Contact opening or closing time is within 1 ms.
4. For testing conditions, consult your OMRON sales representative.

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Approved Standards
Consult your OMRON sales representative for specific models with Contact Specifications
standard approvals.
Contact Specification Rivet
UL1054 (File No. E41515)/
CSA C22.2 No. 55 (File No. LR21642) Material Silver
Rated voltage K Gap 0.5 mm
(standard value)
125 VAC 5A
Inrush current NC 10 A max.
250 VAC 3A
NO 10 A max.
EN61058-1 (File No. 40006539, VDE approval) Minimum applicable load (see note) 160 mA at 5 VDC
Rated voltage K
Note: For more information on the minimum applicable load, refer
125 VAC 5A to Using Micro Loads on page 144.
250 VAC 3A
Contact Form
Testing conditions: 5E4 (50,000 operatings), T80 (0°C to 80°C)
SPDT

Engineering Data (Reference Values)

Mechanical Durability Electrical Durability
100 1,000
Without load Operating frequency:
70 700
Operating frequency: 300 operations/min 30 operations/min
Number of operations (x10 6)

Number of operations (x10 3)

50 500 At full OT
Ambient temperature: 20±2°C
K1 Ambient humidity: 65±5% 125 VAC cosφ = 1
30 300 Ambient temperature: 20±2°C
K1
Ambient humidity: 65±5%
20

10 100

7 70
5 50

0 0.2 0.4 0.6 0.8 1.0 1.2 0 1 2 3 4 5 6

Overtravel (mm) Switching current (A)

Dimensions
Note: All units are in millimeters unless otherwise indicated.
Terminals Mounting Holes
Two, 3.1-dia. mounting holes or
M3 screw holes

3.7
5.1
5.1 4.75±0.1 10.3 ± 0.1

2.4 dia. 1.3 dia.

22.2 ± 0.1

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Dimensions and Operating Characteristics

Note: 1. All units are in millimeters unless otherwise indicated.
2. Unless otherwise specified, a tolerance of ±0.4 mm applies to all dimensions.
3. Dimensions of models without barrier are exactly the same as those of models with right- or left-hand barrier except the dimensions
of the barrier.
4. Barrier specification symbol will be indicated in the j of the model number.
5. The operating characteristics are for operation in the A direction ( ).

Pin Plunger Models 2R (see note) Model K1

K1 (With Right-hand Barrier) 20.2±0.25
OF max. 0.25 N {{25 g
gf}}
PT +0.13
3.1 –0.03 dia. holes RF min. 0.05 N {5 gf}
2.8
A 4.2 2.8
PT max. 1.6 mm
2.8 3.7
OP OT min. 0.8 mm
10.3±0.15 5.1
15.9
5.1 MD max. 0.8 mm
+0.13
3.1 –0.03 OP 14.4±0.7 mm
3.4±0.15 dia. 10.3
2.8 t=0.5
22.2±0.15 13.4±0.8 Three, quick-connect
terminals (#187)
17±0.8
43.3±0.8

K2 (With Left-hand Barrier) Model K2

OF max. 0.25 N {{25 g
gf}}
20.2±0.25 A
4.2
+0.13
3.1 –0.03 dia. holes 2.8
PT RF min. 0.05 N {5 gf}
2.8
PT max. 1.6 mm
2.8
OT min. 0.8 mm
15.9 10.3 OP
MD max. 0.8 mm
+0.13 OP 14.4±0.7 mm
10.3 3.4±0.15 dia. 3.1 –0.03
13.35±0.8
22.2±0.15 2.8
(t=0.5)
17±0.8
Three, 43.3±0.8
quick-connect
terminals
(#187)

Hinge Lever Models t = 0.5 (stainless-steel lever) Model KjL

KjL PT
+0.13
3.1 –0.03 OF max. 0.15 N {{15 g
gf}}
A 35.6±0.8 dia. holes
8.1 4.3 2.8 RF min. 0.015 N {1.5 gf}
2.8 PT max. 4.7 mm
OP
10.3±0.15 15.9 OT min. 1.3 mm
MD max. 2.4 mm
+0.13
3.1 –0.03
3.4±0.15 dia. OP 14.9±2 mm
10.3
2.8
22.2±0.15 13.4±0.8 t=0.5
Three,
17±0.8 quick-connect
43.3±0.8 terminals (#187)

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Simulated Roller Lever Models t = 0.5 (stainless-steel lever) Model KjL13

KjL13 32.6±0.8 3.1 +0.13
–0.03 dia. holes OF max. 0.15 N {{15 g
gf}}
PT A
3.5R
4.3 2.8 RF min. 0.015 N {1.5 gf}
8.1
PT max. 4.7 mm
2.8
OP OT min. 1.3 mm
10.3±0.15 15.9
MD max. 2.4 mm
3.1 +0.13
–0.03 OP 18.4±2 mm
3.4±0.15 dia. 10.3
t=0.5
2.8 Three,
22.2±0.15 13.4±0.8 quick-connect
terminals (#187)
17±0.8
43.3±0.8

Hinge Roller Lever Models 4.8 dia. × 4.8 t = 0.5 (see note 2)
Model KjL2
KjL2 (see note 1)
OF max. 0.15 N {{15 g
gf}}
PT A 5.3
34±0.8 +0.13 RF min. 0.015 N {1.5 gf}
3.1 –0.03 dia. holes
PT max. 4.7 mm
2.8 8.1
OT min. 1.3 mm
OP
10.3±0.15 MD max. 2.4 mm
15.9
OP 20.4±2 mm
3.1 +0.13
–0.03
3.4±0.15 dia. Note: 1. Oil-less polyacetal resin roller
10.3
2. Stainless-steel lever
2.8
t=0.5
22.2±0.15 13.4±0.8
Three,
17±0.8 quick-connect
43.3±0.8 terminals (#187)

Precautions
Refer to pages 26 to 31 for common precautions. Use two M3 mounting screws with plain washers or spring washers
to mount the Switch. Tighten the screws to a torque of 0.39 to
Correct Use 0.59 N S m {4 to 6 kgf S cm}.
Mounting Direction Using Micro Loads
For a Switch with an Actuator, mount the Switch in a direction where For details, refer to General Information.
the Actuator weight will not be applied to the Switch.
Since the Switch is designed for a small load, its resetting force is
small. Therefore, resetting failure may occur if unnecessary load is
applied to the Switch.

ALL DIMENSIONS SHOWN ARE IN MILLIMETERS.

To convert millimeters into inches, multiply by 0.03937. To convert grams into ounces, multiply by 0.03527.

Cat. No. B014-E1-07B

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