Switch Probes · Position sensor system
PS175 Switch Probe
PS175 is a switch probe series in the EMSGLOB range, listed under Position sensor system. It works at a pitch down to 1.90 mm / 75 mil, is 36.65 mm long overall and offers 4.3 mm of working travel.
Electrically it is specified for a rated current of 4 A, a typical resistance of 20 mΩ and an operating range of -45 °C to +100 °C. There are 4 catalogue part numbers in this series, covering 4 tip or head styles such as Serrated stepped, Spherical, Spherical stepped, Flat stepped. The plunger is beryllium copper with gold plating, and the barrel is brass with gold plating.

Specifications
| Structure | Basic Contact Probe |
|---|---|
| Pitch | 1.90 mm / 75 mil |
| Operating temperature | -45 °C to +100 °C |
| Total length | 36.65 mm |
| Protrusion height | 9.9 mm |
| Barrel diameter | 1 mm |
| Press ring diameter | 1.4 mm |
| Collar diameter | 1.4 mm |
| Plunger material | Beryllium copper |
| Plunger plating | Gold |
| Barrel material | Brass |
| Barrel plating | Gold |
| Spring material | Spring steel |
| Spring plating | Silver |
| Preload | 50 cN |
| Spring force | 100 cN |
| Nominal travel | 4.3 mm |
| Maximum travel | 6.4 mm |
| Pointing accuracy | ± 0.08 mm |
| Continuous current | 4 A |
| Typical contact resistance | 20 mΩ |
| Thread | M1 |
| Tool size | 1.0 mm |
| Tip style diameter (range) | 0.64 – 1.2 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

Part numbers (4)
| Part number | Tip style | Tip style diameter |
|---|---|---|
| PS17506B120G100 | 06 – Serrated stepped | 1.2 mm |
| PS17511B064G100 | 11 – Spherical | 0.64 mm |
| PS17512B100G100 | 12 – Spherical stepped | 1 mm |
| PS17517B120G100 | 17 – Flat stepped | 1.2 mm |
FAQ
What pitch and length is PS175?
PS175 has a pitch of 1.90 mm / 75 mil, total length of 36.65 mm and protrusion height of 9.9 mm. The full dimension list is in the specification table on this page.
How much current can PS175 carry?
The rated continuous current is 4 A, with a typical resistance of 20 mΩ.
Which part numbers and tip styles are available for PS175?
4 part numbers are listed, for example PS17506B120G100, PS17511B064G100, PS17512B100G100. Tip or head styles include Serrated stepped, Spherical, Spherical stepped, Flat stepped. The table on this page lists every part number with its tip and spring data.
What temperature range is PS175 rated for?
PS175 is specified for -45 °C to +100 °C.
How do I get a price or sample for PS175?
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 PS175 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.