CHERRY PRECISION SNAP-ACTION SWITCH NOW RATED TO 20AMPS

PLEASANT PRAIRIE, WI – Cherry introduces a new version of its GP Series precision snap-action switch with UL current ratings of 20 amps at 125VAC and mechanical endurance of more than 1 million cycles. These precision switches are ideally suited for heavy-duty commercial and industrial applications such as factory automation, industrial vehicles, elevators and valves.

The Cherry GP Series switch employs a beryllium copper spring and heavy-duty silver contacts to provide long-life switching at a wide variety of loads. Horsepower ratings are 1 HP at 125VAC and 2 HP at 250VAC. Previous versions of the GP Series switch were UL-rated to 15 amps.

The GP Series switch is housed in a phenolic case measuring approximately 1.9”L X 0.9”H X 0.7”W. Cherry offers 13 different standard actuator styles, including nickel-plated steel levers, rollers and buttons. Brass screw terminals and copper alloy solder terminals are standard.

Temperature rating is -20C to +85C. Initial contact resistance is .015 ohms max, and insulation resistance is 100 mega ohms min at 500VDC.

Cherry’s new GP Series snap-action switches are available from stock.

For detailed information regarding the GP Series, contact Cherry’s switch applications team at Cherry Electrical Products, 11200 88th Avenue, Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158. Tel: 800-927-6298. Email: cep_sales@cherrycorp.com Web: www.cherrycorp.com.


About Cherry Corporation

Cherry Corporation manufactures standard and custom electrical switches, sensors, electronic keyboards and controls for the worldwide automotive, computer, and consumer/commercial markets. The company is headquartered in Pleasant Prairie, WI and has seven wholly owned subsidiaries in Germany, England, France, Australia, Czech Republic, Mexico and China.