Omega MDS, MDS-0, MDS-1, MDS-2, MDS-3 User guide

25/64

SERIES MDS

MINIATURE PRESSURE SWITCH

Shock and Vibration Resistant, Lightweight and Compact, Gold Contacts

Ø3/32 4

PLACES

[Ø2.54]

25/64
[9.92]

2x 47/64

[18.65]

1 SQ

[25.4 SQ]

[9.92]

1/2

[12.7]

2x 5/16

[7.94]

3/8

[9.53]

Ø3/16
[4.52]

PRESSURE

The Series MDS Miniature Pressure Switch is designed with a double diaphragm
to protect false actuation due to shock and vibration. This low cost pressure switch
has a minimum 20 million cycle life expectancy, and an extremely fast response time,
making this an ideal device for OEM orders.

BENEFITS/FEATURES

• Low cost, long service life and fast response time is suitable for a wide range of
OEM uses

• Lightweight but shock and vibration resistant for tough applications

• Gold contacts help ensure a clean connection without dirt or oxidation

APPLICATIONS

• Air proving

• Cleaningandpurication

• Ventilationow

• Heavy equipment and machinery

• Pressure monitoring

• Exhaust ducts

MODEL CHART

Set Point

Model

in w.c. Model

MDS-0

0.5

MDS-1

1.0

MDS-2

1.5

MDS-3

2.0

MDS-4

3.0

MDS-6
MDS-8
MDS-10
MDS-12
MDS-14

Set Point
in w.c.

6.0

10.0

15.0

30.0

50.0

SPECIFICATIONS
Switch Type: SPST normally open.
Switching Media: Airorcompatibleuidson“high”side.
Pressure Limits: Set point <3.0 in w.c.: 8 psi; Set point >3.0 in w.c.: 15 psi.
Current Rating: Gold contact switch providing maximum 40 mA resistive load

allowing for life in excess of 20 million cycles.

Temperature Limits: 40 to 150°F (4 to 66°C).
Electrical Connections: Brass tab-type for use with quick disconnections.
Pressure Connections: Twobarbedportsforusewith1/8˝-3/16˝IDtubing.
Housing: Polycarbonate.
Diaphragm Material: Polyurethane.
Operating Voltage: AC/DC - 30 V or less with resistive load.
Weight: Less than 0.353 oz (10 g).

USA: California Proposition 65
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Lead, which is known to the State
of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go
to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Process Tubing Options: See page 453 (Gage Tubing Accessories)

Differential Pressure Switches