Basic Switches  
					Standard  
					BZ/BA Series  
					FEATURES  
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					Operating force as low as 4 oz. (113  
					grams) maximum  
					Sensitive differential travel as low as  
					.0002 to .0003 inches (0,005 to 0,008  
					mm)  
					STANDARD BASIC SWITCH CUT-A-WAY  
					The cut-a-way shown is representative of the standard basic switches described in this  
					catalog.  
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					Power load switching capability to 25  
					amperes  
					Motor handling capacity to 2 horse-  
					power at 250 VAC  
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					Long mechanical life  
					High temperature constructions for up  
					to +400°F (204°C)  
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					Momentary or maintained contact  
					action  
					Alloy contacts available for special ap-  
					plication needs  
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					Variety of integral actuators  
					Variety of auxiliary actuators  
					Variety of terminal designs  
					Optional sealed plunger and cover  
					Stainless steel snap spring available  
					Military standard construction availa-  
					ble with over 50 listings on the MIL-  
					S-8805 Qualified products list  
					UL recognized, CSA certified  
					GENERAL INFORMATION  
					The type BZ switch design meets most  
					MICRO SWITCH standard basic switches applications needs. Modifications of the  
					are precision snap-action mechanisms standard silver contact design and mate-  
					enclosed in accurately molded plastic rial, spring configuration, and plunger lo-  
					cases. These switches are carefully man- cations give the type BM, BA and BE  
					ufactured and thoroughly inspected. switches greater electrical load handling  
					They are industry known for their com- capacity. Other changes in materials and  
					pactness, light weight, accurate repeata- switch design provide operating charac-  
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					Characteristics as stated are taken at nor-  
					mal room temperature and humidity.  
					These may vary as temperature and hu-  
					midity conditions differ.  
					bility and long life.  
					teristics, temperature tolerances, and  
					sealing to cover a wide range of special  
					requirements.  
					MOUNTING DIMENSIONS  
					Mounting dimensions are included at the  
					end of each product section. They are  
					shown in English and metric equivalents.  
					GENERAL SWITCH IDENTIFICATION  
					First letter in catalog listing designates:  
					These dimensions are for reference only. B = Single-pole double-throw  
					Forexacting layout work, request an engi- W = Single-pole single-throw (normally closed)  
					neering layout work, request an engineer- Y = Single-pole single-throw (normally open)  
					ing drawing from the 800 number.  
					Second letter in catalog listing designates:  
					Z = Standard 15-amp version  
					M = 22-amp version  
					A = Standard 20-amp version  
					E = 25-amp version  
					Mounting holes for Types BZ, BM, BA, BE,  
					DT, MT, and 6AS switches accept pins or  
					screws of .139 inch (3,53 mm) diameter.  
					RECOMMENDED TORQUE (max.)  
					Mounting screws . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 in./lbs.*  
					Terminal screws . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 in./lbs.  
					Panel mount bushing . . . . . . . 4-6 in./lbs.  
					This section covers only ove r 100 of our most popular BZ/BA type Series  
					catalog listings. If you don’t find what you’re looking for, it’s likely one of  
					the approximately 1800 other active listings will meet your needs. Con-  
					tact the 800 number.  
					*Note: Tightening mounting screws  
					above 3 in./lbs. changes operat-  
					ing characteristics and increases  
					the possibility of cracking the  
					case.  
					UL/CSA  
					Our basic switches are Component Recognized by Underwriters’ Laboratories, Inc. and certified by Canadian Standards Associ-  
					ation. The BA, BZ, and BM line is covered as Special Use Switches to UL Standard 1054; the BE line is covered as an Industrial Motor  
					Controller to UL Standard 508.  
					Agency File References  
					are:  
					BA  
					BM  
					BZ  
					BE-1,2,5  
					BE-R  
					UL File E12252, issued 12-09-88  
					UL File E12252, issued 12-08-88  
					UL File E12252, issued 6-29-89  
					UL File E22779, Vol. 4, Sec. 1  
					UL File E22779, Vol. 4, Sec. 2  
					For application help: call1-800-537-6945.  
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