# Power Relay, DPST-NO, DPST-NC, 12 VDC, 4 A, S Series, Through Hole, Non Latching

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**URL**: https://novapart.co/products/S2EB-12V/power-relay-dpst-no-nc-12-vdc-4-a-s-series-through
**SKU**: S2EB-12V
**Manufacturer**: PANASONIC
**Category**: Switches & Relays || Relays || Power Relays
**Price**: €35.4400
**Stock**: 100+
**Lead Time**: 218 days (indicative)

## Specifications

| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Svhc | No SVHC (25-Jun-2025) |
| Coil Type | Non Latching |
| Coil Voltage | 12VDC |
| Product Range | S Series |
| Relay Mounting | Through Hole |
| Coil Resistance | 720ohm |
| Contact Current | 4A |
| Relay Terminals | PC Pin |
| Contact Material | Silver Tin Oxide, Silver Nickel |
| Contact Voltage Vac | 250V |
| Contact Voltage Vdc | - |
| Contact Configuration | DPST-NO, DPST-NC |

## Datasheet

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## Power Relays ( Over 2 A ) S RELAYS 

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## S RELAYS 

## 2 Form A 2 Form B/3 Form A 1 Form B/4 Form A /4 A Polarized power relays 

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## ~~ee~~ FEATURES 

- ●Four-pole, multi-contact arrangement ( 2 Form A 2 Form B, 3 Form A 1 Form B, 4 Form A ) 

- ●Low thermal electromotive force: Approx. 3 µV 

- ●Twin ( bifurcated ) contacts 

- ●Latching types available 

- ●PC board sockets are available 

## ~~ee~~ TYPICAL APPLICATIONS ●Measuring equipment 

## 4-GAP BALANCED ARMATURE MECHANISM ~~ee~~ 

■Balanced armature mechanism has excellent resistance to vibration and shock 

The armature structure enables free rotation around the armature center of gravity. Because the mass is maintained in balance at the fulcrum of the axis of rotation, large rotational forces do not occur even if acceleration is applied along any vector. The mechanism has proven to have excellent resistance to vibration and shock. All our S relays are based on this balanced armature mechanism, which is able to further provide many other characteristics. 

■High sensitivity and reliability provided by 4-gap balanced armature mechanism 

As a ( polarized ) balanced armature, the S relay armature itself has two permanent magnets. Presenting four interfaces, the armature has a 4-gap structure. As a result, the rotational axis at either end of the armature is symmetrical and, in an energized into a polarized state, the twin magnetic armature interfaces are subject to repulsion on one side and attraction on the other. 

Our original mechanism provides a highly efficient polarized magnetic circuit structure that is both highly sensitive and has a small form factor. Moreover, suitability for provision with many types of contact array and other advantages promise to make it possible to provide many of the various characteristics that are coming to be demanded of relays. 

## ~~ee~~ HOW IT WORKS ( single side stable type ) 

- 1) When current is passed through the coil, the yoke becomes magnetic and polarized. 

- 2) At either pole of the armature, repulsion on one side and attraction on the other side is caused by the interaction of the poles and the permanent magnets of the armature. 

- 3) At this time, opening and closing operates owing to the action of the simultaneously molded balanced armature mechanism, so that when the force of the contact breaker spring closes the contact on one side, on the other side, the balanced armature opens the contact ( 2 Form A 2 Form B ) . 

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## ORDERING INFORMATION ( PART NO. : Ordering part number for Japanese market ) 

**AG 3 60** Operating function Contact arrangement Rated coil voltage（DC） 0：Single side stable 2：2 Form A 2 Form B Part No. 1 2 3 4 7 9 1：1 coil latching* 3：3 Form A 1 Form B Rated coil voltage（V）3 6 12 24 48 5 2：2 coil latching 4：4 Form A 

* 1 coil latching type are manufactured by lot upon receipt of order. 

## ORDERING INFORMATION ( TYPE NO. : Ordering part number for non Japanese market ) 

**S EB** Contact arrangement Operating function Rated coil voltage（DC） 2：2 Form A 2 Form B Nil：Single side stable 3, 5, 6, 12, 24, 48V 3：3 Form A 1 Form B L ：1 coil latching* 4：4 Form A L2：2 coil latching * 1 coil latching type are manufactured by lot upon receipt of order. 

## TYPES 

" Type No. " is ordering part number for non Japanese market. " Part No. " is ordering part number for Japanese market. 

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Single side stable 2 coil latching Standard packing<br>Contact  Rated coil<br>Inner  Outer<br>arrangement voltage Type No. Part No. Type No. Part No. carton carton<br> 3 V DC S2EB-3V AG302160 S2EB-L2-3V AG322160<br> 5 V DC S2EB-5V AG302960 S2EB-L2-5V AG322960<br> 6 V DC S2EB-6V AG302260 S2EB-L2-6V AG322260<br>2 Form A 2 Form B<br>12 V DC S2EB-12V AG302360 S2EB-L2-12V AG322360<br>24 V DC S2EB-24V AG302460 S2EB-L2-24V AG322460<br>48 V DC S2EB-48V AG302760 S2EB-L2-48V AG322760<br> 3 V DC S3EB-3V AG303160 S3EB-L2-3V AG323160<br> 5 V DC S3EB-5V AG303960 S3EB-L2-5V AG323960<br> 6 V DC S3EB-6V AG303260 S3EB-L2-6V AG323260<br>3 Form A 1 Form B 50 pcs. 500 pcs.<br>12 V DC S3EB-12V AG303360 S3EB-L2-12V AG323360<br>24 V DC S3EB-24V AG303460 S3EB-L2-24V AG323460<br>48 V DC S3EB-48V AG303760 S3EB-L2-48V AG323760<br> 3 V DC S4EB-3V AG304160 S4EB-L2-3V AG324160<br> 5 V DC S4EB-5V AG304960 S4EB-L2-5V AG324960<br> 6 V DC S4EB-6V AG304260 S4EB-L2-6V AG324260<br>4 Form A<br>12 V DC S4EB-12V AG304360 S4EB-L2-12V AG324360<br>24 V DC S4EB-24V AG304460 S4EB-L2-24V AG324460<br>48 V DC S4EB-48V AG304760 S4EB-L2-48V AG324760<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


For the sockets, please refer to the " PC board sockets ". 

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## RATING 

## ■Coil data 

- Operating characteristics such as " Operate voltage " and " Release voltage " are influenced by mounting conditions or ambient temperature, etc. 

Therefore, please use the relay within ±5 % of rated coil voltage. 

- " Initial " means the condition of products at the time of delivery. 

- ●Single side stable 

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Rated coil  voltage*  Operate   voltage*  Release   Rated operating current Coil resistance Rated operating  Max. allowable voltage<br>voltage ( ±10 ％, at 20 ℃ ) power<br>( at 20 ℃ ) ( at 20 ℃ ) ( ±10 ％, at 20 ℃ ) ( at 40 ℃ )<br> 3 V DC 66.7 mA    45 Ω 200 mW<br> 5 V DC 38.5 mA   130 Ω 192 mW 180 ％ V of<br> 6 V DC Max. 70 ％ V   Min. 10 ％ V  33.3 mA   180 Ω 200 mW rated coil<br>12 V DC of rated coil  of rated coil  16.7 mA   720 Ω 200 mW voltage<br>voltage   voltage<br>24 V DC ( Initial ) ( Initial )  8.4 mA 2,850 Ω 202 mW<br>156 ％ V of rated<br>48 V DC  5.6 mA 8,500 Ω 271 mW<br>coil voltage<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


* Square, pulse drive 

- ●2 coil latching 

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Rated operating current Coil resistance Rated operating  Max. allowable<br>Rated coil  Set voltage* Reset voltage* ( ±10 ％, at 20 ℃ ) power<br>( ±10 ％, at 20 ℃ ) voltage<br>voltage ( at 20 ℃ ) ( at 20 ℃ )<br>Reset  Reset  Reset  ( at 40 ℃ )<br>Set coil Set coil Set coil<br>coil coil coil<br> 3 V DC 66.7 mA 66.7 mA    45 Ω    45 Ω 200 mW 200 mW<br> 5 V DC 38.5 mA 38.5 mA   130 Ω   130 Ω 192 mW 192 mW 180 ％ V of<br> 6 V DC Max. 70 ％ V   Max. 70 ％ V  33.3 mA 33.3 mA   180 Ω   180 Ω 200 mW 200 mW rated coil<br>12 V DC of rated coil  of rated coil  16.7 mA 16.7 mA   720 Ω   720 Ω 200 mW 200 mW voltage<br>voltage   voltage<br>24 V DC ( Initial ) ( Initial )  8.4 mA  8.4 mA 2,850 Ω 2,850 Ω 202 mW 202 mW<br>135 ％ V of rated<br>48 V DC  7.4 mA  7.4 mA 6,500 Ω 6,500 Ω 355 mW 355 mW<br>coil voltage<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


* Square, pulse drive 

## ■Specifications 

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Item Specifications<br>Contact arrangement 2 Form A 2 Form B, 3 Form A 1 Form B, 4 Form A<br>Contact resistance ( initial ) Max. 50 mΩ ( by voltage drop 6 V DC 1 A )<br>Contact material AgNi-AgSnO2 type, Au clad on double-layer contact<br>Contact rating ( resistive ) 4 A 250 V AC, 3 A 30 V DC<br>Contact data Max. switching power ( resistive ) 1,000 VA, 90 W<br>Max. switching voltage 250 V AC, 48 V DC<br>Max. switching current 4 A ( AC ) , 3 A ( DC ) ( 30 to 48 V DC at less than 0.5 A )<br>Min. switching load<br>( reference value ) * [1] 100 µA 100 mV DC<br>Insulation resistance ( initial ) 10,000 MΩ ( at 500 V DC, Measured portion is the same as the case of dielectric strength. )<br>Dielectric  Between open contacts 750 V rms for 1 min ( detection current: 10 mA )<br>strength   Between contact sets 1,000 V rms for 1 min ( detection current: 10 mA )<br>( initial ) Between contact and coil 1,500 V rms for 1 min ( detection current: 10 mA )<br>Time  Operate ( Set ) time Max. 15 ms ( Max. 15 ms ) at rated coil voltage ( at 20 ℃, without bounce )<br>characteristics<br>( initial ) Release ( Reset ) time Max. 10 ms ( Max. 15 ms ) at rated coil voltage ( at 20 ℃, without bounce, without diode )<br>Shock  Functional 490 m/s [2] ( half-sine shock pulse: 11 ms, detection time: 10 µs )<br>resistance Destructive 980 m/s [2] ( half-sine shock pulse: 6 ms )<br>Vibration  Functional 10 to 55 Hz ( at double amplitude of 3 mm, detection time: 10 µs )<br>resistance Destructive 10 to 55 Hz ( at double amplitude of 4 mm )<br>Expected life Mechanical life Min. 100 × 10 [6]  ope. ( switching frequency: at 50 times/min )<br>Conditions Conditions for usage, transport and storage* [2] Ambient temperature: －55 to ＋65 ℃, Humidity: 5 to 85 ％ RH ( Avoid icing and condensation )<br>Unit weight Approx. 8 g<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


- *1:  This value can change due to the switching frequency, environmental conditions, and desired reliability level, therefore it is recommended to check this with the actual load. 

- *2: For ambient temperature, please read " GUIDELINES FOR RELAY USAGE ". 

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## ■Expected electrical life 

Conditions: Resistive load, switching frequency at 20 times/min 

|Type|Switching capacity|Number of operations|
|---|---|---|
|2 Form A 2 Form B, 3 Form A 1 Form B,<br>4FormA|3 A 30 V DC|Min. 200 × 103ope.|
||4 A 250 V AC|Min. 100 × 103ope.|



## REFERENCE DATA 

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1. Max. switching capacity 2. Switching life curve 3-1. Coil temperature characteristics<br>Tested sample：S4EB-24V, 4 Form A<br>1,000 1,000<br>100<br>500 90<br>AC resistive load<br>80<br>DC resistive load<br>100 70 4A<br>100 60<br>0A<br>50 50<br>10 30 40<br>30<br>125V AC（cosφ=1.0)<br>10 250V AC（cosφ=1 .0) 20<br>10<br>0.1 1 10 0 1 2 3 4 5 0<br>0.2 0.4 0.6 0.8 1.0 1.2<br>Contact current（A） Contact current（A） Coil operating power（W）<br>3-2. Coil temperature characteristics 4. Contact reliability test 5. Operate and release time<br>( Single side stable )<br>Tested sample：S4EB-24V, 4 Form A Tasted sample：S4EB-24V, 10pcs. Tested sample：S4EB-24V, 10pcs.<br>Condition：1V DC, 1mA<br>Detection level ：10Ω<br>100 99.9 20<br>99.0<br>90 95.0 18<br>80 70.0 16<br>50.0<br>70 14<br>30.0<br>60 12<br>10.0<br>50 10 Release time（with diode）<br>Coil operating power, 0.2W 5.0 Max.<br>40 8 Min.<br>2.0<br>30 m=1.6 6 Operate time<br>1.0 μ： 79 million time Max.<br>20 0.5 σ：51 million time 4 Max. Min.<br>95% reliability limit： Min.<br>10 0.2 14.6 million times 2 Release time<br>（ weibul probability paper ）<br>0 0.1 0<br>1 2 3 4 5 6 1.0 10.0 80 100 120 140<br>Contact current（A） No. of operations（×10 [7] ） Coil applied voltage（%V）<br>6. Influence of proximity mounting<br>Note：When installing an S-relay near another, and there is<br>(1) (2) (3) (1)&(3)relays no effect from an external magnetic field, be sure to<br>are energized leave at least 10mm between relays in order to<br>achieve the performance listed in the catalog.<br>Single side stable 2 coil latching<br>＋30 ＋30<br>Release voltage<br>0 0<br>Operate voltage Set, reset voltage<br>‒30 ‒30<br>5 10 5 10<br>Inter-relay distance(mm) Inter-relay distance(mm)<br>）4<br>） 10<br>V<br>（ （× （℃）<br>Contact voltage No. of operations Temperature rise<br>）<br>） ms<br>% （<br>（<br>（℃）<br>Temperature rise<br>Probability of failure<br>Operate and release time<br>（％） （％）<br>Rate of change Rate of change<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


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## 7. Influence of proximity mounting 

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~~|~~ DIMENSIONS ( Unit: mm ) ea» **CAD** The CAD data of the products with a " CAD " mark can be downloaded from our Website. 

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SAFETY STANDARDS ~~|~~ 

Each standard may be updated at any time, so please check our Website for the latest information. 

## ■UL ( Approved ) 

## ■CSA ( Approved ) 

|File No.|File No.|Contact rating||File No.|Contact rating|
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|||4 A 250 V AC|||4 A 250 V AC|
|||3 A 30 V DC|||3 A 30 V DC|
|E43028||||2367221||
|||1/20HP 125 V AC(FLA 1.5 A)|||1/20HP 125 V AC|
|||1/20HP 250 V AC(FLA 0.75 A)|||1/20HP 250 V AC|



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## GUIDELINES FOR USAGE 

- For cautions for use, please read " GUIDELINES FOR RELAY USAGE ". https://industrial.panasonic.com/ac/e/control/relay/cautions_use/index.jsp 

- ■Cautions for usage of S relays 

- Based on regulations regarding insulation distance, there is a restriction on same-channel load connections between terminals No. 2, 3 and 4, 5, as well as between No. 8, 9 and 10, 11. 

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   - Please note that when this relay ( 2 Form A 2 Form B type, 3 Form A 1 Form B type ) operates and releases, N.O. and N.C. may go ON at the same time 

   - If using under conditions in which the relay will be continually powered, we reco mmend the latching type. 

- ●Between 2, 3 and 4, 5： ●Between 2, 3 and 4, 5： same channels, different channels, therefore possible therefore not possible 

- ●Between 10, 11 and 8, 9： ●Between 10, 11 and 8, 9： same channels, different channels, therefore possible therefore not possible 

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## PC board socket 

## TYPES 

|Product name|Type No.|Part No.|Standardpacking|Standardpacking|
|---|---|---|---|---|
||||Inner carton|Outer carton|
|PC board socket|S - PS|AG3801|50 pcs.|500 pcs.|



## RATING 

|Item|Specifications|
|---|---|
|Dielectric strength(initial)|Each between terminals: 1,500 V rms for 1 min(detection current: 10 mA)|
|Insulation resistance ( initial )|Each between terminals: Min. 100 MΩ<br>(at 500 V DC,Measuredportion is the same as the case of dielectric strength.)|
|Maximum carryingcurrent|4 A|
|Conditions for usage, transport and storage|Ambient temperature: －40 to ＋65 ℃<br>Humidity: 5 to 85 ％ RH ( Avoid icing and condensation )|



## ~~a~~ DIMENSIONS ( Unit: mm ) **CAD** The CAD data of the products with a " CAD " mark can be downloaded from our Website. 

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## HANDLING 

- ■Mounting method of relay 

- 1) Match the direction of relay and socket. 

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- 2) Insert both ends of the relay securely all the way until both hooks engage. 

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- ■Removing method of relay 

- 1) Remove the relay, applying force in the direction. ( Use your fingers to grab section A and remove the relay. ) 

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- 2) In case there is not enough space to grasp relay with fingers, use screwdrivers in the way as shown in the figure. 

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- 3) Exercise care when removing relays. If greater than necessary force is applied at the socket hooks, deformation may alter the dimensions so that the hook will no longer catch, and other damage may also occur. 

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## ■For cautions for use, please read " GUIDELINES FOR RELAY USAGE ". https://industrial.panasonic.com/ac/e/control/relay/cautions_use/index.jsp 

## Precautions for Coil Input 

## ■Long term current carrying 

A circuit that will be carrying a current continuously for long periods without relay switching operation. ( circuits for emergency lamps, alarm devices and error inspection that, for example, revert only during malfunction and output warnings with form B contacts ) Continuous, longterm current to the coil will facilitate deterioration of coil insulation and characteristics due to heating of the coil itself. For circuits such as these, please use a magnetic-hold type latching relay. If you need to use a single stable relay, use a sealed type relay that is not easily affected by ambient conditions and make a failsafe circuit design that considers the possibility of contact failure or disconnection. 

## ■DC Coil operating power 

Steady state DC current should be applied to the coil. The wave form should be rectangular. If it includes ripple, the ripple factor should be less than 5 %. 

However, please check with the actual circuit since the electrical characteristics may vary. The rated coil voltage should be applied to the coil and the set/reset pulse time of latching type relay differs for each relays, please refer to the relay's individual specifications. 

## ■Coil connection 

When connecting coils of polarized relays, please check coil polarity ( ＋, － ) at the internal connection diagram ( Schematic ). If any wrong connection is made, it may cause  unexpected malfunction, like abnormal heat, fire and so on, and circuit do not work. Avoid impressing voltages to the set coil and reset coil at the same time. 

## ■Maximum allowable voltage and temperature rise 

Proper usage requires that the rated coil voltage be impressed on the coil. Note, however, that if a voltage greater than or equal to the maximum continuous voltage is impressed on the coil, the coil may burn or its layers short due to the temperature rise. Furthermore, do not exceed the usable ambient temperature range listed in the catalog. 

- ●Operate voltage change due to coil temperature rise In DC relays, after continuous passage of current in the coil, if the current is turned OFF, then immediately turned ON again, due to the temperature rise in the coil, the operate voltage will become somewhat higher. Also, it will be the same as using it in a higher temperature atmosphere. The resistance/temperature relationship for copper wire is about 0.4 % for 1 ℃, and with this ratio the coil resistance increases. That is, in order to operate of the relay, it is necessary that the voltage be higher than the operate voltage and the operate voltage rises in accordance with the increase in the resistance value. However, for some polarized relays, this rate of change is considerably smaller. 

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## Ambient Environment 

■Usage, Transport, and Storage Conditions During usage, storage, or transportation, avoid locations subjected to direct sunlight and maintain normal temperature, humidity and pressure conditions. 

- ●Temperature/Humidity/Pressure 

- When transporting or storing relays while they are tube packaged, there are cases the temperature may differ from the allowable range. In this case be sure to check the individual specifications. 

Also allowable humidity level is influenced by temperature, please check charts shown below and use relays within mentioned conditions. ( Allowable temperature values differ for each relays, please refer to the relay's individual specifications. ) 

- 1)  Temperature: 

   - The tolerance temperature range differs for each relays, please refer to the relay's individual specifications 

- 2)  Humidity: 5 to 85 % RH 

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- 3)  Pressure: 86 to 106 kPa 

- ●Dew condensation 

Condensation occurs when the ambient temperature drops suddenly from a high temperature and humidity, or the relay is suddenly transferred from a low ambient temperature to a high temperature and humidity. Condensation causes the failures like insulation deterioration, wire disconnection and rust etc. Panasonic Industry Co., Ltd. does not guarantee the failures caused by condensation. 

The heat conduction by the equipment may accelerate the cooling of device itself, and the condensation may occur. 

Please conduct product evaluations in the worst condition of the actual usage. ( Special attention should be paid when high temperature heating parts are close to the device. Also please consider the condensation may occur inside of the device. ) 

## ●Icing 

Condensation or other moisture may freeze on relays when the temperature become lower than 0 ℃.This icing causes the sticking of movable portion, the operation delay and the contact conduction failure etc. Panasonic Industry Co., Ltd. does not guarantee the failures caused by the icing. 

The heat conduction by the equipment may accelerate the cooling of relay itself and the icing may occur. Please conduct product evaluations in the worst condition of the actual usage. 

- ●Low temperature and low humidity 

- The plastic becomes brittle if the relay is exposed to a low temperature, low humidity environment for long periods of time. 

- ●High temperature and high humidity 

Storage for extended periods of time ( including transportation periods ) at high temperature or high humidity levels or in atmospheres with organic gases or sulfide gases may cause a sulfide film or oxide film to form on the surfaces of the contacts and/or it may interfere with the functions. Check out the atmosphere in which the units are to be stored and transported. 

## ●Package 

In terms of the packing format used, make every effort to keep the effects of moisture, organic gases and sulfide gases to the absolute minimum. 

## ●Silicon 

When a source of silicone substances ( silicone rubber, silicone oil, silicone coating materials and silicone filling materials etc. ) is used around the relay, the silicone gas ( low molecular siloxane etc. ) may be produced. This silicone gas may penetrate into the inside of the relay. When the relay is kept and used in this condition, silicone compound may adhere to the relay contacts which may cause the contact failure. Do not use any sources of silicone gas around the relay ( Including plastic sealed types ). 

- ●NOx Generation 

When relay is used in an atmosphere high in humidity to switch a load which easily produces an arc, the NOx created by the arc and the water absorbed from outside the relay combine to produce nitric acid. 

This corrodes the internal metal parts and adversely affects operation. 

Avoid use at an ambient humidity of 85 % RH or higher ( at 20 ℃ ). If use at high humidity is unavoidable, please contact our sales representative. 

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## Others 

## ■Cleaning 

- Although the environmentally sealed type relay ( plastic sealed type, etc. ) can be cleaned, avoid immersing the relay into cold liquid ( such as cleaning solvent ) immediately after soldering. Doing so may deteriorate the sealing performance. 

- Cleaning with the boiling method is recommended ( The temperature of cleaning liquid should be 40 ℃ or lower ). Avoid ultrasonic cleaning on relays. Use of ultrasonic cleaning may cause breaks in the coil or slight sticking of the contacts due to ultrasonic energy. 

Please refer to "the latest product specifications" when designing your product. 

- •Requests to customers: https://industrial.panasonic.com/ac/e/salespolicies/ 

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■ Global Sales Network Information: industrial.panasonic.com/ac/e/salesnetwork 

Electromechanical Control Business Division 1006, Oaza Kadoma, Kadoma-shi, Osaka 571-8506, Japan industrial.panasonic.com/ac/e/ 

Specifications are subject to change without notice. 

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