MICRO SWITCH™
Hermetic Sealed Basic Switches
HM Series
Datasheet
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What makes our switches better?
Precisely detects position of mechanical components within
a particular system that is susceptible to physical and atmo-
spheric (corrosive gas, oxygen, etc.) elements
Consistent and precise performance in a hermetic-sealed
package for adverse, inclement environments
Functionality over a large temperature range – can tolerate
very low and high temperatures
Honeywell can create value-added HM assemblies for
unique, custom applications beyond a simple HM switch
HM switches are available with MIL-PRF-8805 qualifications
or UL 508 certifications
MICRO SWITCH™ HM Series
Hermetic Sealed Basic Switches
Honeywell HM hermetic sealed miniature basic switches are designed for a variety of commercial and military aircraft
as well as equipment for deep space applications (high altitude requirements). These miniature hermetic sealed
switches can be found in a variety of other applications including military land vehicles, marine environments, and
other harsh industrial environments. The switches are available as a MIL-PRF-8805 qualied switch. Select HM
switches are available with UL 508 certication for industrial or surface transportation applications. The MICRO
SWITCH™ HM hermetic sealed switch design incorporates the glass-to-metal and metal-to-metal sealing with more
than 50 years of use in multiple applications.
The hermetically sealed HM basic switches are ideal where a symbol 5 seal is required for stringent applications
including a wide range of temperatures from -184 °C to 260 °C [-300 °F to 500 °F]. Designed with a stainless steel
housing and hermetic seal construction, the HM switches are suitable for applications where dust, water, other
particulate contaminants, and corrosive gases are present.
The HM basic switch provides versatility with bifurcated gold contacts for controlling low energy loads (mA and mV)
reliably or silver contacts for switching power duty loads at 30 vdc or 115 Vac, 400 Hz. Electrical connectivity to the
switch is achieved with individual wire leads or “through hole” solder posts adding to the versatility of the HM switch.
HIGH PERFORMANCE • DURABILITY
CONFIGURABLE • COMPACT
HM Series: when you need a
switch with out-of-this-world
performance!
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Features
and Benefits
Features
and Benefits
MIL-QUALIFIED
MICRO SWITCH™ HM switches are hermetically sealed with versions that are
MIL-PRF-8805 qualified for demanding military or commercial applications on
aircraft, spacecraft, or ground vehicles.
UL CERTIFIED
Select HM catalog listings are UL 508 certified for industrial and surface
transportation applications.
TINY
Miniature package size requires minimal space on equipment.
SEALED TIGHT
HM Series’ Symbol 5 hermetic-sealed enclosures are suitable for applications at
sea level, high altitude, or deep space.
LOW VOLTAGE AND POWER DUTY CAPABILITY
MICRO SWITCH™ HM products are available with silver contacts for control of
power duty circuits or gold contact surfaces for control of logic level circuits.
LEVERS FURTHER EXPAND FUNCTIONALITY
Auxiliary actuators expand the versatility of the switch for additional applications.
WELL SUITED FOR LOW AND HIGH TEMPERATURES
For endurance in harsh temperature environments, wide temperature range
is available from -184 °C to 260 °C [-300 °F to 500 °F]. Operate point stability is
maintained over the specified temperature range.
Hermetically sealed with wide temperature range
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MILITARY AIRCRAFT AND HELICOPTERS
• Detects landing gear bay doors in closed and locked position
• Senses engine fuel valve position
• Identifies when external hatches and doors are in closed and/or locked position
COMMERCIAL AIRCRAFT AND HELICOPTERS
• Detects landing gear bay doors in closed and locked position
• Senses engine fuel valve position
• Identifies when external hatches and doors are in closed and/or locked position
• Miscellaneous applications inside commercial aircraft cabin, including waste
management valve position, refreshment (liquids and food) stowed and locked
position, HVAC, and oxygen valve position
AVIATION GROUND SUPPORT EQUIPMENT
• Monitor position of valves, doors or panels, for open, closed, or locked position
SPACECRAFT
• Identifies when external hatches and doors are in closed and/or locked position
• Senses engine fuel valve position
• Select sensing applications inside spacecraft cabin
POWER GENERATION, OIL AND GAS
• Internal switch element in pressure switches, temperature switches, and/or flow
switches
Potential Applications
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MICRO SWITCH™ Hermetic Sealed Basic Switches
Table 1. Specifications
Characteristic
Description hermetic sealed miniature snap-action switch
Housing material 300 series stainless steel
Mechanical endurance 25,000 operations min.
Electrical endurance 25,000 operations min.
Dielectric voltage (initial) 1000 Vrms for 1 minute
Circuitry SPDT
Contact material silver, gold, gold bifurcated
Electrical rating up to 4 A at 28 Vdc (ref. electrical rating table)
Sealing symbol 5, hermetic sealed to MIL-PRF-8805
Temperature range -65 °C to 121 °C [-85 °F to 250 °F] (see catalog listing table)
Temperature range (optional) -184 °C to 260 °C [-300 °F to 500 °F] (see catalog listing table)
Vibration symbol 2 (15 g), 10 to 2000 Hz
Mechanical shock shock type M (100 G, saw tooth)
Approvals (refer to page 7) MIL-PRF-8805, UL 508 (File E66520)
Actuators (auxiliary) straight leaf, roller leaf, straight lever, roller lever
Table 2. Electrical Ratings
Rating code
A
sea level @ 28 Vdc; 3 A res. and 1 A ind.
70,000 feet @ 28 Vdc; 3 A res. and 1 A ind.
sea level @ 115 Vac & 400 Hz; 1 A res. and 1 A ind.
Bsea level @ 28 Vdc; 1 A res. and 0.25 A ind.
70,000 feet @ 28 Vdc; 1 A res. and 0.25 A ind.
Csea level @ 28 Vdc; 0.5 A res. and 0.25 A ind.
70,000 feet @ 28 Vdc; 0.5 A res. and 0.25 A ind.
D
sea level @ 28 Vdc; 4 A res., 2 A ind. and 1 A lamp
70,000 feet @ 28 Vdc; 4 A res., 2 A ind. and 1 A lamp
sea level @ 115 Vac & 400 Hz; 2 A res., 2 A ind. and 0.5 A lamp
Esea level @ 28 Vdc; 4 res. and 2 A ind.
sea level @ 115 Vac and 400 Hz; 2.5 A res. and 2.5 A ind.
Table 3. UL 508 Electrical Ratings
Rating code
F 28 Vdc, 0.5 A res.; -65 °C to 125 °C [-85 °F to 257 °F]
G 28 Vdc, 3 A res.; -65 °C to 125 °C [-85 °F to 257 °F]
H 28 Vdc, 0.5 A res.; -65 °C to 260 °C [-85 °F to 500 °F]
J 28 Vdc, 4 A res.; -65 °C to 260 °C [-85 °F to 500 °F]
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HM Series
ELECTROMECHANICAL SWITCHES
Definitions below explain the meaning of
operating characteristics. Characteristics
shown in tables were chosen as most
significant. They are taken at normal room
temperature and humidity. These may vary
as temperature and humidity conditions
differ. Sketches show how characteristics
are measured for in-line plunger actuation.
Linear dimensions for in-line actuation are
from top of plunger to a reference line,
usually the center of the mounting holes.
Differential Travel (D.T.) – Plunger or
actuator travel from point where contacts
‘‘snap-over’’ to point where they ‘‘snap-
back.’’
Free Position (F.P.) – Position of switch
plunger or actuator when no external force
is applied (other than gravity).
Full Overtravel Force – Force required to
attain full overtravel of actuator.
Operating Position (O.P.) – Position of
switch plunger or actuator at which point
contacts snap from normal to operated
position. Note that in the case of flexible
or adjustable actuators, the operating
position is measured from the end of the
lever or its maximum length. Location of
operating position measurement shown on
mounting dimension drawings.
Operating Force (O.F.) – Amount of force
applied to switch plunger or actuator to
cause contact ‘‘snap-over.’’ Note in the
case of adjustable actuators, the force is
measured from the maximum length posi-
tion of the lever.
Overtravel (O.T.) – Plunger or actuator
travel safely available beyond operating
position.
Pretravel (P.T.) – Distance or angle trav-
eled in moving plunger or actuator from
free position to operating position.
Release Force (R.F.) – Amount of force
still applied to switch plunger or actuator
at moment contacts snap from operated
position to unoperated position.
Total Travel (T.T.) – Distance from actuator
free position to overtravel limit position.
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MICRO SWITCH™ Hermetic Sealed Basic Switches O.F. • Operating force
R.F. • Release force
P.T. • Pretravel
O.T. • Overtravel
D.T. • Differential travel
O.P. • Operating position
MICRO SWITCH™ HM SERIES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND LISTINGS
Contact your Honeywell rep or distributor for additional listings
Catalog
Listing
Elect. Rating
Spec. (page 5)
Temperature
range
Termi-
nation
O.F.
max.
g [oz]
R.F.
max.
g [oz]
P. T.
max.
mm
[in]
O.T.
min.
mm
[in]
D.T.
max.
mm
[in]
O.P.
mm
[in]
Comment
11HM1
[MS 27216-5]
A-184 °C to 121 °C
[-300 °F to 250 °F]
Thru-hole
solder post 198 [7] 28 [1] 0,76
[0.03]
0,08
[0.003]
0,15
[0.006]
8,38
[0.33]
MIL-PRF 8805
applications
11HM1
[UL 508] G-65 °C to 125 °C
[-85 °F to 257 °F]
Thru-hole
solder post 198 [7] 28 [1] 0,76
[0.03]
0,08
[0.003]
0,15
[0.006]
8,38
[0.33]
UL 508
applications
13HM1 B-184 °C to 121 °C
[-300 °F to 250 °F]
Thru-hole
solder post 198 [7] 28 [1] 0,76
[0.03]
0,08
[0.003]
0,15
[0.006]
8,38
[0.33]
Gold
contacts
9HM1
[MS27216-6] C-184 °C to 121 °C
[-300 °F to 250 °F]
Thru-hole
solder post 198 [7] 28 [1] 0,76
[0.03]
0,08
[0.003]
0,15
[0.006]
8,38
[0.33]
MIL-PRF 8805,
bifurcated gold
contacts
9HM1
[UL 508] F-65 °C to 125 °C
[-85 °F to 257 °F]
Thru-hole
solder post 198 [7] 28 [1] 0,76
[0.03]
0,08
[0.003]
0,15
[0.006]
8,38
[0.33]
UL 508
applications,
bifurcated gold
contacts
2HM19-1
[MS27216-2] D-65 °C to 125 °C
[-85 °F to 257 °F]
Wire leads
(3) 305 mm
[12 in]
198 [7] 28 [1] 0,76
[0.03]
0,08
[0.003]
0,15
[0.006]
8,38
[0.33]
MIL-PRF 8805
applications
2HM19-5
[MS27216-4] D-65 °C to 125 °C
[-85 °F to 257 °F]
Wire leads
(3) 1524 mm
[60 in]
198 [7] 28 [1] 0,76
[0.03]
0,08
[0.003]
0,15
[0.006]
8,38
[0.33]
MIL-PRF 8805
applications
16HM1-1 A
-65 °C to 260 °C
[-85 °F to 500 °F]
(-184 °C [-300 °F]
if wires non-exing)
Wire leads
(3) 305 mm
[12 in]
198 [7] 28 [1] 0,76
[0.03]
0,08
[0.003]
0,15
[0.006]
8,38
[0.33]
Up to 260 °C
[500 °F]
15HM2 A-65 °C to 260 °C
[-85 °F to 500 °F]
Thru-hole
post 198 [7] 28 [1] 0,76
[0.03]
0,08
[0.003]
0,15
[0.006]
8,38
[0.33]
Up to 260 °C
[500 °F]
15HM5 A-184 °C to 260 °C
[-300 °F to 500 °F]
Thru-hole
solder post 198 [7] 28 [1] 0,76
[0.03]
0,08
[0.003]
0,10
[0.004]
8,38
[0.33]
Up to 260 °C
[500 °F]
5HM1 E-184 °C to 260 °C
[-300 °F to 500 °F]
Thru-hole
solder post 198 [7] 28 [1] 0,76
[0.03]
0,08
[0.003]
0,15
[0.006]
8,38
[0.33]
Up to 260 °C
[500 °F]
5HM1
[UL 508] J-65 °C to 260 °C
[-85 °F to 500 °F]
Thru-hole
solder post 198 [7] 28 [1] 0,76
[0.03]
0,08
[0.003]
0,15
[0.006]
8,38
[0.33]
UL 508
applications
19HM1 C-184 °C to 260 °C
[-300 °F to 500 °F]
Thru-hole
solder post 198 [7] 28 [1] 0,76
[0.03]
0,08
[0.003]
0,15
[0.006]
8,38
[0.33]
Up to 260 °C
[500 °F]
19HM1
[UL 508] H-65 °C to 260 °C
[-85 °F to 500 °F]
Thru-hole
solder post 198 [7] 28 [1] 0,76
[0.03]
0,08
[0.003]
0,15
[0.006]
8,38
[0.33]
UL 508
applications
19PA137-
HM* – – – – – – – – –
Force
spreading
plate
* Recommended to minimize force on housing of HM switch and any resulting damage to switch housing.
Note: Torque on #2 mounting screws must not exceed 0,17 Nm [1.5 in-lb]. The force spreading plate, 19PA137-HM, will allow up to 0,28 Nm [2.5 in-lb] of mounting torque.
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HM Series
JS SERIES LEVERS SPECIFICATIONS* (WHEN ASSEMBLED TO 16HM1-1)
Description
Actuator
Length
mm [in]
Operating
Force
max.
g [oz]
Release
Force min.
g [oz]
Pretravel
nom.
mm [in]
Overtravel
min.
mm [in]
Differential
Travel max.
mm [in]
Operating
Point
nom.
mm [in]
Free
Position
nom.
mm [in]
JS-254
Straight leaf 8,13 [0.32] 255 [9] 57 [2] 3,56
[0.14]
0,76
[0.03]
0,76
[0.03]
8,64
[0.34]
12,2
[0.48]
JS-151
Roller leaf
(mounting hardware
included)
8,13 [0.32] 255 [9] 57 [2] 3,56
[0.14]
0,76
[0.03]
0,76
[0.03]
14
[0.55]
17,5
[0.69]
JS-307
Straight lever
(mounting hardware
included)
26,16
[1.03] 43 [1.5] 3 [0.11] 3,18
[0.125]
0,64
[0.025]
1,42
[0.056]
10,3
[0.406]
13,49
[0.531]
JS-308
Roller lever
(mounting hardware
included)
25,4 [1.00]
radius 43 [1.5] 3 [0.11] 3,18
[0.125]
0,64
[0.025]
1,42
[0.056]
14,3
[0.562]
17,45
[0.687]
* Stainless steel actuators, including roller and mounting hardware (when provided).
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MICRO SWITCH™ Hermetic Sealed Basic Switches
PRODUCT AND ACTUATOR DIMENSIONS
Figure 1. MICRO SWITCH™ HM, Solder Terminal Figure 2. MICRO SWITCH™ HM, Wire Leads
Figure 3. MICRO SWITCH™ HM, Wire Leads
Figure 4. JS-254 Dimensions Figure 5. JS-151 Dimensions
Figure 6. JS-307 Dimensions Figure 7. JS-308 Dimensions
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HM Series
This Honeywell datasheet supports the following MICRO SWITCH™ HM Series Basic Switch Listings
109HM1
109HM41
10HM1-1
10HM1-2
10HM1-3
10HM2
10HM20-1
10HM21-1
10HM22-1
10HM23-1
10HM25
10HM26-10
10HM35-3-REL-PGM
10HM38-5-REL-PGM
10HM61
10HM70
112HM1-2
114HM1-2
114HM59-B
11HM1
11HM25H-REL-PGM
11HM25N-REL-PGM
11HM25-REL-PGM
11HM30N-REL-PGM
11HM30-REL-PGM
11HM41
11HM43
11HM65H-REL-PGM
11HM65-REL-PGM
11HM90
120HM23-1
120HM6-1
120HM7-1
120HM8-1
120HM9-1
12HM1-1
12HM12-1
12HM12-2
12HM19-5
12HM30-5-REL-PGM
12HM8
13HM1
14HM19-5
14HM6
14HM6-1
15HM2
15HM5
16HM1-1
16HM14
16HM32
16HM4
16HM44-3
16HM44-6
16HM456
16HM45-6
16HM4-LIEB
16HM5
17HM5
17HM6
18HM1-1
18HM1-2
18HM20
18HM3-1
18HM45
18HM49
18HM52-1
18HM84-2
19HM1
19HM1-CB
19HM2-CB
19HM3-CB
19HM4
19HM4-CB
19HM5-CB
19HM6-CB
19PA137-HM
19PA208-HM
1HM1
1HM11
1HM19
1HM25-REL-PGM
1HM30-REL-PGM
1HM61
20HM1-1
20HM23-1
20HM24-1
20HM27-3
2HM1-1
2HM1-3
2HM1-6
2HM17-3
2HM18-3
2HM19-1
2HM19-5
2HM21-1
2HM26-1
2HM32-1
2HM70
38HM10
38HM20
38HM23
38HM25
38HM26
38HM27
38HM29
38HM30
38HM31
38HM33
38HM36
38HM37
38HM39
38HM4
38HM42
38HM43
38HM45
38HM46
38HM50
38HM51
38HM53
38HM54
38HM55
38HM56
38HM60
38HM61
38HM62
38HM65-A
38HM68
38HM69
38HM73
38HM74
38HM75
38HM76
38HM79
38HM80
38HM81
38HM82
38HM87
38HM9
38HM90
38HM91
38HM92
38HM93
38HM95
39HM1
39HM150
39HM165
39HM2
39HM28
39HM31
39HM33
39HM47
39HM48
39HM50
3HM1
3HM41
3HM62
42HM1-1
42HM1-1A
42HM1-1B
42HM2-1
42HM2-1A
42HM2-1B
42HM3-1
42HM4-1
4HM46
4HM47-3
4HM49
4HM54
4HM56
4HM57
4HM58
4HM59
4HM59-B
4HM60
56HM1-1
56HM32
5HM1
5HM11
5HM6
6HM1-1
6HM1-16
6HM1-3
6HM1-6
6HM3-1
6HM4
6HM42-1
6HM4-3
6HM48-1
6HM5-2
6HM7-3
6HM7-30
6HM7-6
6HM82
6HM83
6HM89
7HM5
8HM1-1
8HM73-3
9HM1
9HM25-REL-PGM
9HM30NH-REL-PGM
9HM30-REL-PGM
9HM37-REL-PGM
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MICRO SWITCH™ Hermetic Sealed Basic Switches
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The following associated literature is available on the Honeywell
web site at sensing.honeywell.com:
• Product installation instructions
• Product range guide
• Aerospace range guide
WARNING
PERSONAL INJURY
DO NOT USE these products as safety or emergency stop
devices or in any other application where failure of the
product could result in personal injury.
Failure to comply with these instructions could result in
death or serious injury.
WARNING
MISUSE OF DOCUMENTATION
• The information presented in this product sheet is for
reference only. Do not use this document as a product
installation guide.
• Complete installation, operation, and maintenance
information is provided in the instructions supplied with
each product.
Failure to comply with these instructions could result in
death or serious injury.
WARRANTY/REMEDY
Honeywell warrants goods of its manufacture as being free of
defective materials and faulty workmanship. Honeywell’s standard
product warranty applies unless agreed to otherwise by Honeywell
in writing; please refer to your order acknowledgement or consult
your local sales office for specific warranty details. If warranted
goods are returned to Honeywell during the period of coverage,
Honeywell will repair or replace, at its option, without charge those
items it finds defective. The foregoing is buyer’s sole remedy
and is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied,
including those of merchantability and fitness for a particu-
lar purpose. In no event shall Honeywell be liable for conse-
quential, special, or indirect damages.
While we provide application assistance personally, through our
literature and the Honeywell website, it is up to the customer to
determine the suitability of the product in the application.
Specifications may change without notice. The information we
supply is believed to be accurate and reliable as of this printing.
However, we assume no responsibility for its use.
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