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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.

PS175 switch probe – product photo

Specifications

StructureBasic Contact Probe
Pitch1.90 mm / 75 mil
Operating temperature-45 °C to +100 °C
Total length36.65 mm
Protrusion height9.9 mm
Barrel diameter1 mm
Press ring diameter1.4 mm
Collar diameter1.4 mm
Plunger materialBeryllium copper
Plunger platingGold
Barrel materialBrass
Barrel platingGold
Spring materialSpring steel
Spring platingSilver
Preload50 cN
Spring force100 cN
Nominal travel4.3 mm
Maximum travel6.4 mm
Pointing accuracy± 0.08 mm
Continuous current4 A
Typical contact resistance20 mΩ
ThreadM1
Tool size1.0 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
PS175 switch probe – dimension drawing
Dimension drawing

Part numbers (4)

Part numberTip styleTip style diameter
PS17506B120G10006 – Serrated stepped1.2 mm
PS17511B064G10011 – Spherical0.64 mm
PS17512B100G10012 – Spherical stepped1 mm
PS17517B120G10017 – Flat stepped1.2 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.