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F879-NO Switch Probe

F879-NO is a switch probe series in the EMSGLOB range, listed under Normally open (NO). It suits a minimum pitch of 2.54 mm / 100 mil, is 24.5 – 31.8 mm long overall and offers 3.5 – 4 mm of working travel.

On the electrical side you get a rated current of 3 A, a typical resistance of 65 mΩ and an operating range of -45 °C to +100 °C. There are 8 catalogue part numbers in this series, covering 5 tip or head styles such as Serrated stepped, Spherical, Flat, Flat stepped. The plunger is beryllium copper, and the barrel is brass with gold plating.

F879-NO switch probe – product photo

Specifications

StructureBasic Contact Probe
Pitch2.54 mm / 100 mil
Operating temperature-45 °C to +100 °C
Barrel diameter1.65 mm
Press ring diameter2.3 mm
Collar diameter2.3 mm
Plunger materialBeryllium copper
Barrel materialBrass
Barrel platingGold
Spring materialSpring steel
Spring platingSilver
Pointing accuracy± 0.08 mm
Continuous current3 A
Continuous current 21 A
Typical contact resistance65 mΩ
ThreadM2X0,25
Tool size1.7 mm
Total length (range)24.5 – 31.8 mm
Protrusion height (range)9 – 16.3 mm
Tip style diameter (range)0.5 – 2 mm
Preload (range)35 – 50 cN
Spring force (range)125 – 200 cN
Nominal travel (range)3.5 – 4 mm
Maximum travel (range)4 – 5 mm
Switch travel (range)1.5 – 2.6 mm

Values as listed for this series. Confirm the exact data for your part number with your quotation.

Applications

  • Presence and position checks in test fixtures
  • Detecting components, connectors and housings
  • Normally open (NO) and normally closed (NC) switching
  • Pneumatic and position-sensing fixture designs
F879-NO switch probe – dimension drawing
Dimension drawing

Part numbers (8)

Part numberTip styleTip style diameterSpring forcePreloadTotal lengthNominal travel
F87906B180G20006 – Serrated stepped1.8 mm200 cN50 cN24.5 mm4 mm
F87906B180G200E16S106 – Serrated stepped1.8 mm200 cN50 cN31.8 mm3.5 mm
F87911B100G20011 – Spherical1 mm200 cN50 cN24.5 mm4 mm
F87916B050G12516 – Flat0.5 mm125 cN35 cN24.5 mm4 mm
F87916B100G20016 – Flat1 mm200 cN50 cN24.5 mm4 mm
F87917B180G20017 – Flat stepped1.8 mm200 cN50 cN24.5 mm4 mm
F87917K180U20017 – Flat stepped1.8 mm200 cN50 cN24.5 mm4 mm
F87917T200N20017T – Metal head insulated with slot2 mm200 cN50 cN26.3 mm4 mm

FAQ

What pitch and length is F879-NO?

F879-NO has a pitch of 2.54 mm / 100 mil, total length of 24.5 – 31.8 mm and protrusion height of 9 – 16.3 mm. The full dimension list is in the specification table on this page.

How much current can F879-NO carry?

The rated continuous current is 3 A, with a typical resistance of 65 mΩ.

Which part numbers and tip styles are available for F879-NO?

8 part numbers are listed, for example F87906B180G200, F87906B180G200E16S1, F87911B100G200. Tip or head styles include Serrated stepped, Spherical, Flat, Flat stepped, Metal head insulated with slot. The table on this page lists every part number with its tip and spring data.

What temperature range is F879-NO rated for?

F879-NO is specified for -45 °C to +100 °C.

How do I get a price or sample for F879-NO?

Send the part number, quantity and your application to sales@emsglob.com or call +91-7383235369, or use the enquiry form on the contact page. Prices are quoted per enquiry.

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Enquire / Request a quote

Tell us the F879-NO part number, the quantity and your pitch, travel and current requirements, and the EMSGLOB team will reply with availability and a quotation. Drawings in STEP, IGES, PDF, DWG, DXF or ZIP are welcome.