V-Series
Contura II & III
Switches
The V-Series Contura II & III snap-in rocker switches
offer countless unique options including choices for
ratings, circuits, colors, illuminations and symbols.
These single or double pole switches feature
removable actuators in a choice of actuator styles
and colors, and can be illuminated with either
square or bar shaped lenses. Actuators may be
purchased and stocked separately. An optional
plug-in terminal connector enables pre-wiring of
wire harnesses.
The Contura switches with sealed option, are
certified to IP66 and IP68, signifying complete
protection against dust and prolonged spray and
submersion under pressure, and are recognized to
UL1500 - Ignition Protection for Marine Products.
These switches are vibration, shock, thermoshock,
moisture and salt spray resistant. Temperature
ratings range from -40°C to +85°C.
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Countless options for ratings, circuits, colors,
illuminations and legends
Certified to IP66 and IP68 for front panel components
Vibration, shock, thermoshock, moisture and salt spray resistant
Temperature range from -40°C to +85°C.
IGS
STP
Typical Applications:
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On/Off Highway Equipment
Marine
Military Armored Vehicles
Mining Machinery and Equipment
Any application requiring environmental protection
Carling Technologies, Inc.
60 Johnson Avenue, Plainville, CT 06062
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2 | V-Series Contura Sealed Rocker Switches
V-Series Switch
DESIGN FEATURES
Panel redesign is a snap with our wide
range of rocker styles. Achieve maximum
design variety with minimum inventory.
Simply swap rockers to create an entirely
new look for your panel.
INTERCHANGEABLE ACTUATORS
Seals out water, dust,
debris, and enables switch
certification to IP66/IP68 for
front panel components.
DUAL SEAL PROTECTION
Options for both eight and ten
terminal base styles with AMP &
Packard compatible connectors
affords myriad circuit options
while providing ease of assembly.
CLEAN CONNECTIONS
OPTIONAL PANEL SEAL
Prevents water/dust
ingress behind panel.
MULTIPLE LIGHTING OPTIONS
In addition to incandescent
lamps, our LED illumination is
offered in a wide array of light
intensities, colors, as well as
dual level, tri-color, and flashing
options.
BRASS ROLLER PIN
Robust mechanism
eliminates the need for
lubricants. Enables switch
to withstand -40°C to
+85°C temperatures.
SILVER PLATED BUTT
CONTACT MECHANISM
Providing 50K to 100K
electrical cycles and
a variety of different
electrical ratings.
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V–Series Contura Sealed Rocker Switches - General Specifications | 3
Electrical
Contact Rating
.4VA @ 24VDC (MAX) resistive
15 amps, 125VAC
10 amps, 250VAC
1/2 HP 125-250VAC
20 amps, 4-14VDC
15 amps, 15-28VDC
10A, 14VT
6A, 125VAC L
Dielectric Strength
1500 Volts RMS
Insulation Resistance
50 Megohms
Initial Contact Resistance 10 milliohms max. @ 4VDC
Life
50,000- 100,000 cycles circuit
dependent
Contacts
Silver alloy, silver tin-oxide, fine
silver
Terminals
Brass or copper/silver plate 1/4”
(6.3mm) Quick Connect
terminations standard. Solder lug,
Wire Lead
Agency Certifications
Environmental
Sealing
Corrosion
Mechanical
Endurance
Physical
Lighted
150,000 cycles minimum
circuit dependent
Operating Temp.
Vibration 1
Incandescent - rated 10,000
hours Neon - rated 25,000 hours
LED - rated 100,000 hours 1/2 life
(LED is internally ballasted for
voltages to 24VDC)
Seals
Internal
Optional external gasket panel seal
Base
Polyester blend rated to 125°C with
a UL flammability rating of 94V0.
Contura II,III,IV,V,
Hard Surface:
Basic actuator
VI, VII Actuator
structure molded of thermoplastic
polycarbonate with a hard Nylon 66
thermoplastic surface overlay.
Soft Surface:
Basic actuator structure
molded of thermoplastic polycarbonate
with an elastomer overlay.
Contura X,XI,XII Actuator,VP Nylon 66 Reinforced rated to 105°C
Lens
Polycarbonate rated at 100°C
Contura XIV
Polycarbonate lens/subrocker with
ABS shell
Vibration 2
Shock
Salt Spray
Dust
Thermal Shock
Actuator Travel (Angular Displacement)
2 position
3 positions
18°
9° from center
Mounting Specifications
Moisture Resistance
.830[21.08]
Panel Thickness Range
Gaskets Acceptable Panel Thickness
Ignition Protection
0
.030 to .250 (.76mm to 6.35mm)
TEST CUT
1.450[36.83]
HOLE IN
1
.030 to .109 & .147 to .157
ACTUAL
MATERIAL
(.76 to 2.77mm & 3.73 to 3.98mm)
Recommended: No gasket with panel
SWITCH
thickness of .032, .062, .093, .125,.187 or .250
MOUNTING HOLE
Sealed version: IP68, in accordance
with IEC 60529, BS 5490, DIN 40050
& NFC 20 010. This rating applies to
front panel components of the actual
switch only, and signifies protection
against dust and the prolonged
effects of immersion under pressure.
The standard test for immersion
under pressure requires submersion
under one meter of water for 30 min.
The V-Series switch has exceeded
these parameters, having
been actuated and illuminated during
submersion.
Mixed Flowing Gas (MFG) Class III
3 year accelerated exposure per
ASTM B-827, B-845 Silver and gold
contacts
-40°C to +85°C
Per Mil-Std 202F, Method 204D
Test Condition A 0.06 DA or 10G’s
10-500 Hz. Tested with VCH connector.
Test criteria - No loss of circuit during
test, pre and post test contact
resistance.
Resonance search
24-50 Hz 0.40 DA
50-2000 Hz ±10 G’s peak
Horizontal Axis 3-5 G’s max.
Random
24 Hz 0.06 PSD-Gsq/Hz
60 Hz 0.50
100 Hz 0.50
200 Hz 0.025
2000 Hz 0.025
No loss of circuit during test; <10μ
seconds chatter.
Per Mil-Std 202F, Method 213B, Test
Condition K @ 30G’s. Tested with
VCH connector. Test criteria - No loss
of circuit during test, pre and post
test contact resistance.
Per Mil-Std 202F, Method 101D, Test
Condition A, 96 Hrs. Sealed version only.
Per Mil-Std 810C, Method 510.2 Air
Velocity 300 ±200 Feet/Min, Test
Duration 16 Hrs.
Per Mil-Std 202F, Method 107F, Test
Cond. A, -55°C to +85°C. Test criteria -
pre and post test contact resistance
Per Mil-Std 202F, Method 106F, Test
Criteria - pre and post test contact
resistance
All Contura switches with sealed
construction meet the requirements
of UL1500/ISO8846 for ignition
protection, in addition to
conformance with EC directive
94/25/EC for marine products.
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4 | V–Series Contura
II, III
Dimensional Specifications: in. [mm]
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V-Series Contura II to XIV - Circuit Diagram | 5
CIRCUIT
CIRCUIT DIAGRAM
3
CIRCUIT
CIRCUIT DIAGRAM
3
6
CIRCUIT
CIRCUIT DIAGRAM
1
3
4
6
1
2
3
A
2
3
5
6
J
2
1
3
4
5
6
2
2
3
B
2
3
5
6
K
2
1
3
4
5
6
3
2
1
3
C
2
1
3
4
5
6
L
2
3
5
6
4
2
1
3
D
2
1
3
4
5
6
M
2
1
3
5
6
5
2
1
3
E
2
1
3
4
5
6
R
2
1
3
5
6
6
2
1
3
F
2
3
5
6
S
2
5
7
2
1
3
G
2
3
4
5
SYMBOL LEGEND
SYM.
DEFINITION
DESIGNATES TERMINALS AND CONTACTS
DESIGNATES LAMP LOCATION
DESIGNATES MAINTAINED CIRCUITS
DESIGNATES OTHER POSITION
DESIGNATES MOMENTARY CIRCUITS
DESIGNATES TWO POSITION CONNECTION
DESIGNATES EXTERNAL JUMPER PROVIDED
BY CUSTOMER
8
2
H
2
5
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