Thumbwheel Switch
A7MD
CSM_A7MD_DS_E_5_2
Ultra-small Thumbwheel-operated
Switches
• High reliability achieved with gold contacts.
Ordering Information
Switches (Single Switch Units)
Model
A7MD
Mounts via printed circuit board
Classification
(See note 1.)
Character height
Terminals
Color
Output code
number
06
(binary coded decimal)
2.8 mm
PCB terminals
Black
A7MD-106-P-09
Note: 1. The classification diagrams show 4 Switch Units combined with End
Caps to create 4-digit displays.
2. The model numbers given above are for 1 Switch Unit.
Accessories (Order Separately)
Use accessories, such as End Caps and Spacers, with the
Switch Units.
Accessory
End Caps
Spacer
Classification
Color
A7MD
Black
A7MD-1M
A7MD-P@
Note: The @ in the Spacer model number stands for a letter in the range A to
U. (Refer to the table in the following explanation about Spacers.)
End Caps
End Caps are used on the Switch Units at each end and allow
all the Switch Units to be securely mounted to a panel. They
come in pairs, one for the left and one for the right.
Spacers
• Spacers are used for creating extra space or gaps between the
Switch Units and have the same dimensions as the Switch Units
themselves.
• There are also Spacers with engraved characters or symbols that
can be used for indicating units, such as time and length. (Refer to
the following table.) Consult your OMRON representative for
details.
Symbol
A
No desStamp
ignation
B
C
D
E
F
G
SEC
MIN
H
g
kg
mm
Q
x 10
SEC
T
U
0
•
Symbol
H
J
K
L
Stamp
cm
m
°C
PCS
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A7MD
Specifications
Model
Item
Switching capacity
(resistive load)
Continuous carry current
Contact resistance
Between nonconnected terminals
Insulation
resistance Between terminal
and non-current carrying part
Between nonconnected terminals
Dielectric
Between terminal
strength
and non-current carrying part
Vibration
Malfunction
resistance
Shock
Malfunction
resistance
Mechanical
Durability
Electrical
Ambient temperature
(with no icing)
Ambient humidity
Max. operating force
A7MD
3.3 to 28 VDC
1 mA to 0.1 A
1 A max.
300 mΩ max., 10 Ω max.
10 MΩ min. (at 500 VDC)
1,000 MΩ min. (at 500 VDC)
200 VAC, 50/60 Hz for 1 min
1,000 VAC, 50/60 Hz for 1 min
10 to 55 Hz, 1.5-mm double
amplitude for 2 hours min.
490 m/s2 min.
30,000 operations min.
20,000 operations min.
Operating: −10°C to 65°C
Storage: −20°C to 80°C
Operating: 45% to 85%
2.94 N max.
Dimensions
(Unit: mm)
Thumbwheel Switches
A7MD-106-P-09
PCB Terminals
B
A
14
5
16
3.5
13.8
0.6
0.8
P=2.54
PCB terminal
Panel thickness: 2
Panel Cutout
0.3
14.0+00.5
0.6
P=5±0.3
A+0.7
0
Number of
Switches (n)
Size A (5n + 3)
Size B (5n + 5)
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
8
13
18
23
28
33
38
43
48
53
10
15
20
25
30
35
40
45
50
55
Note: 1. The dimensions above include both End Caps,
and will increase 5 mm for each Spacer
inserted.
2. Unless otherwise specified, a tolerance of
±0.4 mm applies to all dimensions.
The tolerance for multiple connection is
±(number of units x 0.4) mm.
Accessories (Order Separately)
End Caps for Push-operated Switches
A7MD-1M PCB Mounting (Side Plate)*
Left Side
Spacers for Thumbwheel Switches
A7MD-P@
PCB Mounting
Right Side
16
13.8
2.2
16
13.8
0.8
2
2
13
13.8
2
1.8
3.2
16
13
5
3
* The A7MD cannot be mounted by a screw panel or snap-in panel. Fasten
the PC board after mounting the A7MD to the PC board.
2
13
The @ in the Spacer model number stands for a letter in the range A to U.
(Refer to the table under the explanation about Spacers on page 1.)
Note: Unless otherwise indicated, dimensional tolerances for dimensions in the models above are ±0.4 mm.
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A7MD
Terminals
Model
Output code
number
(Unit: mm)
A7MD (PCB terminals)
0.6 0.8
06
8
4
2
1
C
P=2.54
3.5
Output Codes
Dial
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
1
Terminal connected to common C
2
4
8
●
●
●
●
●
●
●
●
●
●
●
●
●
●
●
Note: The solid dot ● indicates that the internal switch is ON.
Ordering Procedure
• Standard products, such as the Switch Units and End Caps, are not
factory-assembled for shipment.
Safety Precautions
Refer to Precautions for Correct Use on in the
Technical Guide for Thumbwheel Switches.
Precautions for Correct Use
Handling
• Do not drop the Switch. Doing so may possibly result in deformation
of the terminals or damage to the PCB.
• The molded components of the Switch use polyacetal resin and
ABS resin. It is recommended that alcohol be used to wipe off dirt
and smudges from the molded components. Take care to prevent
the alcohol from getting inside.
• Do not use them in areas subject to dust, water, or oil exposure,
and do not operate with wet or oily hands.
• Dust from the surrounding air may cause a faulty contact. Always
check the Switch after setting it up to ensure that it is outputting
correctly.
• Tighten mounting screws to a torque between 0.2 to 0.24 N·m,
using M2.6 screws. Use plain washers or spring washers together
with the screws.
• To separate the Switches, use a flat-blade screwdriver as shown in
the following figure to release the hooks on the top and bottom and
then separate the Switches. Be careful not to bend the hooks.
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In the interest of product improvement, specifications are subject to change without notice.
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