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Mechanical Timer Switches for Industrial and Commercial Control

Compare VIOX mechanical and analogue timer switches for repeating 24-hour control. Select the mounting format, minimum interval, supply, contact duty, manual override and clock reserve before requesting a model quote.

24-hour cycleRepeating daily schedules

15 or 30 minutesMinimum interval by model

Contact and loadResistive and inrush duty differ

Formato de montagemDIN rail, panel, surface or plug-in

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VIOX Mechanical Timer Switch SERIESGama de produtos publicada
SUL160A Mechanical TimerVIOX SUL160ASUL180A Mechanical TimerVIOX SUL180AMechanical Timer Switch SUL181dVIOX SUL181D

What is a mechanical timer switch?

A mechanical timer switch uses a rotating dial, segments, pins or trippers to change an electrical contact at selected times in a repeating cycle. Most products in this range publish a 24-hour daily program with a model-specific minimum interval.

Choose a mechanical timer for a simple visible recurring schedule. Use a digital timer when the project requires weekly calendars, pulse or cycle programs, multiple channels or more complex timing logic.

Guia de seleção Comparar alternativas
Set the dialAlign the current time and select the required ON and OFF segments or trippers.
Clock advancesThe synchronous or quartz drive moves through the repeating 24-hour cycle.
Contact changesThe timer switches the load directly only within its published duty, or commands a matched contactor.

Mechanical Timer Switch Selection Table

Published product-record values for preliminary selection. A superseded duplicate SUL180A record is excluded; confirm the final ordered SUL180A data against an approved datasheet.

ModeloMontagemCycle / intervalPublished supplyPublished contact dutyAnulação manualClock reserveProteção
SUL160ACalha DIN de 35 mm24h / 15 min220–240V AC, 50–60Hz16A resistive; 4A at cos φ 0.6Permanent ON / OFF3 days, NiMHIP20
SUL180ADIN rail, 1 module24h / 15 min230–240V AC, 50–60Hz16A resistive; 4A at cos φ 0.6ON / AUTO / OFF3 diasIP20
SUL181DDIN rail, 3 modules24h / 15 min230V AC16A resistive; 4A inductiveON / AUTO / OFFNiMH; duration not statedNot stated
SUL189SFront panel / wall24h / 15 min110V AC, 50–60Hz10A resistive; 2A at cos φ 0.6Permanent ON / OFF3 days, NiMHIP20
TB118NConfirm product drawing24h / 15 min unit100–240V AC, 50–60Hz15A resistive; 12A inductiveON / OFF300 hours at 20°CNot stated
TB330Standard DIN-rail compatible24h / 15 min unit; 30 min interval100–240V AC, 50/60Hz30A resistive; 12A inductiveON / OFF150 horasNot stated
TB388DIN rail / panel24h / 15 min100–240V AC, 50/60Hz15A resistive; 12A inductiveON / AUTO / OFF100 horasNot stated
Plug-In TimerSoquete plug-in24h / 15 min220V AC, 50Hz10A published rated currentTimer dial / direct socket useNot statedIndoor product data

Mechanical Timer Switch Product Range

Browse 13 current published VIOX mechanical timer records. A superseded duplicate SUL180A record is excluded from the range.

DIN-Rail and Panel Time Switches

Analogue daily timers for distribution boards and control panels, organized by real product record rather than duplicate model naming.

Surface and Wall-Mounted Timers

Mechanical timer formats intended for surface, front-panel or wall integration. Confirm the drawing and terminals for the selected model.

Plug-In and Outdoor Timer Sockets

Direct plug-in timer formats for suitable indoor or outdoor loads. Socket, plug and environmental details remain model-specific.

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How to choose a mechanical timer switch

Define the recurring schedule and mounting first, then coordinate the exact supply, contact duty, reserve and enclosure conditions.

Cycle and minimum interval

Confirm the number of segments, 15- or 30-minute resolution and required daily repetition.

Supply and contact duty

Match the timer supply and distinguish resistive rating from inductive, motor and LED inrush duty.

Mounting and override

Choose DIN rail, panel, surface, plug-in or outdoor format and the required manual ON, AUTO and OFF positions.

Reserve and environment

Verify clock reserve, temperature, IP rating, plug format, terminals and enclosure protection for the exact model.

Separate clock duty from load duty

A timer may keep accurate time yet still be unsuitable for the connected load. Coordinate its contacts, inrush current, protection and any interposing contactor.

RResistive current from the exact product data
LInductive, motor or LED inrush characteristics
KContactor or interposing relay where direct switching is unsuitable
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Mechanical Timer Switch Applications

Ambientes típicos onde as características exatas do produto devem ser verificadas.

Smart residential building with rooftop solar and connected electrical systems

Edifícios de habitação

Simple recurring schedules for suitable lighting and building-service loads.

Automated manufacturing facility with industrial robotic systems

Automação industrial

Repeating daily control for suitable machine auxiliaries, pumps and ventilation circuits.

Low-voltage switchgear and electrical distribution panel room

Montagem de Quadros e Distribuição

DIN-rail, panel and surface-mounted time switches integrated with matched contactors and protection.

Marítimo e ExteriorOutdoor lighting schedules using a model and enclosure approved for the complete exposure conditions.

Mechanical Timer Switch Knowledge & Selection Guides

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Mechanical Timer Switch Selection Questions

Respostas rápidas para comparação preliminar de famílias de produtos antes da verificação detalhada do circuito.

What is the difference between a mechanical and digital timer switch?

A mechanical timer commonly repeats a visible dial-based daily schedule. A digital timer can add weekly calendars, pulse or cycle functions, multiple channels and finer settings, depending on the model.

Can a mechanical timer switch a motor or LED load directly?

Only when the exact contact rating and inrush duty permit it. Motors, pumps, transformers and some LED drivers may require a correctly selected contactor or interposing relay.

What happens during a power failure?

Clock behavior varies by model. Some use a quartz drive and rechargeable reserve, while synchronous models may have no reserve. Confirm both the reserve duration and whether the output state changes during an outage.

How is the minimum switching interval selected?

The dial segmentation determines the shortest setting, commonly 15 or 30 minutes in this published range. Confirm whether the value means the setting unit, the minimum ON/OFF interval, or both.

Which information should be included in an RFQ?

Provide mounting format, supply voltage and frequency, 24-hour schedule, minimum interval, load type and current, manual override, reserve, environment, plug or terminal format, quantity and target market.

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