187 series
20-25 Amp Power Relays
File E38802
File LR54109
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Features
Coil Data @ 25°C (continued)
• AC coils 6-240VAC 50/60 Hz., DC 6-110VDC.
• One or two pole models with single or double throw contacts.
• 187 relays with 2 form A or 2 form B contacts are rated 25 amps;
187 relays with other contact arrangements are rated 20 amps.
• .250" combination quick connect/solder terminals or PC terminals.
• Various mounting options include stud, core, bracket, flange, PC board.
• Open-style relay or with dust cover.
Temperature Rise:
AC Coils:
Nominal Voltage: 35°C for open models.
45°C for enclosed models.
25% Overvoltage: 55°C for open models.
65°C for enclosed models.
DC Coils:
Nominal Voltage: 35°C for open models.
40°C for enclosed models.
25% Overvoltage: 50°C for open models.
55°C for enclosed models.
Contact Data @ 25°C
Arrangements: 1 Form X (SPST-NO-DM), 1 Form Y (SPST-NC-DB),
2 Form C (DPDT), 2 Form A (DPST-NO) and 2 Form B (DPST-NC).
Material: Silver-cadmium oxide, .25” (6.5mm) dia. or
Fine silver, .187” (4.75mm) dia.
Expected Mechanical Life: 10 million operations.
Initial Contact Resistance: 50 milliohms.
Coil Data
Nominal
Voltage
Contact Code
& Description
UL Ratings
Expected
Life
-200
1/4“ (6.25 mm) Dia.
Silver Cadmium
Oxide
20A @ 120/240VAC
10A @ 480/600VAC
3/4 HP @ 120VAC,
1 1/2 HP @ 240VAC
2 HP @ 208/277VAC*
17FLA, 65LRA @ 300VAC
20A @ 28VDC
100,000
ops.
-500
3/16“ (4.75 mm) Dia.
Fine Silver
5A @ 120/240VAC
2A @ 480/600VAC
1/8 HP @ 120VAC,
1/4 HP @ 240VAC
2A (7.2A inrush) @ 24VAC
5A @ 28VDC
100,000
ops.
-600
1/4“ (6.25 mm) Dia.
Silver Cadmium
Oxide
25A @ 120/240VAC
10A @ 480/600VAC
3/4 HP @ 120VAC,
1 1/2 HP @ 240VAC
2 HP @ 208/277VAC*
17FLA, 65LRA @ 300VAC
100,000
ops.
6
12
24
120
208
240
AC
Coils
32
120
470
1,800
11,000
Must
Operate
Voltage
4.5
9.0
18.0
36.0
82.5
4.2
18
72
1,700
5,400
7,200
5.1
10.2
20.4
102.0
176.8
204.0
Operate Data @ 25°C
Must Operate Voltage:
DC Coils: 75% of nominal.
AC Coils: 85% of nominal.
Operate Time (Excluding Bounce): 20 milliseconds, max, at nominal
voltage, no coil suppression.
Release Time (Excluding Bounce): 10 milliseconds, max, at nominal
voltage, no coil suppression.
Environmental Data
Temperature Range (50/60 Hz operation, based on 105°C limit):
*2 HP rating at reduced electrical life, consult factory.
Operating
AC Coils:
DC Coils:
Initial Dielectric Strength
Between Open Contacts: >750V rms, 60 Hz.
Between All Other Mutually Isolated Elements: >2,500V rms, 60 Hz.
Storage
All:
-45°C to +60°C for open models.
-45°C to +45°C for enclosed models.
-45°C to +80°C for open models.
-45°C to +70°C for enclosed models.
-65°C to +100°C.
Shock: 15g’s, 11 ± 1 ms (non-operating, no mechanical damage).
Vibration: .1" double amplitude or 10 g’s, 10-55 Hz. (operating, no contact
chatter).
Coil Data @ 25°C
Voltage: 6-110VDC and 6-240VAC.
Nominal Power:
DC Coils: 1.2 Watts.
AC Coils: 3.0VA.
Duty Cycle: Continuous at up to 25% overvoltage.
Initial Insulation Resistance: 1,000 megohms, min. @ 500VDC
Insulation: Class B, 130°C.
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12
24
48
110
DC
Coils
Contact Ratings
DC
Resistance
in Ohms
± 10%
Dimensions are in inches over
(millimeters) unless otherwise
specified.
Mechanical Data
Termination: .250" quick connect/solder; and PC board.
Enclosure: Open or polycarbonate dust cover.
Weight: 3 oz. (86g) approximately.
Dimensions are shown for reference
purposes only. Specifications and
availability subject to change.
USA: 1-800-522-6752
Canada: 1-905-470-4425
Mexico: 01-800-733-8926
C. America: 52-55-1106-0803
South America: 55-11-2103-6000
Hong Kong: 852-2735-1628
Japan: 81-44-844-8013
UK: 44-8706-080208
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Outline Dimensions
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Typical Part No.
1871. Basic Series and Type:
187 = Open or Enclosed 20-25 Amp Power Relay.
2. Enclosure and Terminals:
1 = Open, Solder/Quick Connect Terminals.
2 = Plain Enclosure with 6-32 Tapped Core, Solder/Quick Connect Terminals
3 = Flanged Enclosure, Solder/Quick Connect Terminals
4 = Plain Enclosure with Mounting Bracket and Stud on Closed End, Solder/Quick Connect Terminals
5 = Plain Enclosure with Bottom Mounted 6-32 Stud, Solder/Quick Connect Terminals
6 = Plain Enclosure with Bottom Mounted Bracket, Solder/Quick Connect Terminals
7 = Open, Printed Circuit Board Terminals
8 = Plain Enclosure, Printed Circuit Board Terminals
0 = Special
3. Contact Arrangement:
2 = 2 Form C (DPDT)
6 = 2 Form A (DPST-NO)
7 = 2 Form B (DPST-NC)
0 = Special
9 = 1 Form Y (SPST-NC-DB)
8 = 1 Form X (SPST-NO-DM)
4. Coil:
A = 6VDC
C = 24VDC
F = 110VDC
N = 6VAC
Q = 24VAC
U = 240VAC
S = Special
D = 48VDC
P = 12VAC
T = 120VAC
M = 208VAC
B = 12VDC
5. Contacts:
0 = Special
2 = 1/4” (6.25mm) Diameter, Silver-Cadmium Oxide.
5 = 3/16” (4.75mm) Diameter, Pure Fine Silver.
6 = 1/4” (6.25mm) Diameter, Silver-Cadmium Oxide (Requires Contact Arrangement 6 [2 form A] or 7 [2 form B] in step 3 above).
6. Standard or Special:
00 = Standard
F0 = Class “F” Coil
A1-Z9 = Special Construction or Feature
M0 = Magnetic blowout
L0 = Lamp in parallel with coil
T
2
00
NOTE: No sockets are available for this relay.
Our authorized distributors are more likely to maintain the following items in stock for immediate delivery.
187-32B200
187-32C200
187-32D200
187-32F200
187-32Q200
187-32T200
187-32U200
Outline Dimensions
Open 187-1
Dust Cover 187-2
Dust Cover with Mounting Flange 187-3
Dust Cover with Bracket and Stud on End 187-4
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Dimensions are in inches over
(millimeters) unless otherwise
specified.
Dimensions are shown for reference
purposes only. Specifications and
availability subject to change.
USA: 1-800-522-6752
Canada: 1-905-470-4425
Mexico: 01-800-733-8926
C. America: 52-55-1106-0803
South America: 55-11-2103-6000
Hong Kong: 852-2735-1628
Japan: 81-44-844-8013
UK: 44-8706-080208
Outline Dimensions (Continued)
Bottom Stud 187-5
Bracket Mount 187-6
Terminal Dimensions
.250” (6.35mm) Quick Connect
Printed Circuit
.250±.002
(6.35±.05)
.250±.002
(6.35±.05)
.345 REF .315 (8.0)
(8.76)
.155
(3.97)
.032±.002
(.81±.05)
.032±.002
(.81±.05)
.500 REF
(12.7) .315 (8.0)
.125 DIA
(3.18)
.125 DIA
(3.18)
PC Board Layout (Bottom View)
Wiring Diagrams
2 Form C
(DPDT)
.
.047
(1.19)
2 Form A
(DPST-NO)
2 Form B
(DPST-NC)
Suggested PCB layout for 187 series relays with PCB terminals
.870 ± .005
(22.1 ± .13)
.288 ± .003
(7.11 ± .08)
.558 ± .003
(14.17 ± .08)
.856 ± .003
(21.74 ± .08)
1 Form X
(SPST-NO-DM)
.062 + .004 DIA.
(1.57 + .1)
AS REQUIRED
1 Form Y
(SPST-NC-DB)
Reference Only
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accuracy of the information in this document, Tyco Electronics does not
guarantee that it is error-free, nor does Tyco Electronics make any other
representation, warranty or guarantee that the information is accurate,
correct, reliable or current.
Tyco Electronics reserves the right to make any adjustments to the
information contained herein at any time without notice. Tyco Electronics
expressly disclaims all implied warranties regarding the information
contained herein, including, but not limited to, any implied warranties of
merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.
The dimensions in this catalog are for reference purposes only and are
subject to change without notice. Specifications are subject to change
without notice. Consult Tyco Electronics for the latest dimensions and
design specifications.
187 Series Data Sheet
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The Tyco Electronics logo and Tyco Electronics are trademarks.
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Dimensions are in inches over
(millimeters) unless otherwise
specified.
Dimensions are shown for reference
purposes only. Specifications and
availability subject to change.
USA: 1-800-522-6752
Canada: 1-905-470-4425
Mexico: 01-800-733-8926
C. America: 52-55-1106-0803
South America: 55-11-2103-6000
Hong Kong: 852-2735-1628
Japan: 81-44-844-8013
UK: 44-8706-080208
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