V-15-1C5
ActiveHoneywell V-15 Miniature Microswitch SPDT 15A
One of the most manufactured switches in history.
Common Applications
Found inside vending machines, arcade cabinets, appliance door interlocks, and industrial limit switches. Billions manufactured since the 1970s.
Specifications
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Certifications
Third-party safety certifications. UL = required for US NEC installations. CE = EU compliance. CSA = Canadian standards.
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UL, CSA, CE
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Contact Configuration
The electrical switching arrangement.
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SPDT
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Mechanical Life
How many press cycles before mechanical failure. Higher is better — 10M cycles at 100 presses/day = 274 years.
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10,000,000 cycles
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Operating Force
Maximum force needed to press. ADA requires ≤5 lbs (22.2N) for accessibility.
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1.47N (150gf)
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Installation Quick Reference
Panel cutout: 22mm. Insert from the front of the panel, secure with mounting nut from behind (tighten to 2-3 Nm).
Contact block: Snap or screw the contact block onto the rear of the button body. Ensure the contact block orientation matches the wiring diagram — NO terminals are usually marked.
Wiring: Use 0.5-2.5mm² stranded wire with ferrules. Tighten screw terminals to 0.8 Nm. Test the button function before energizing the circuit.
Dimensions
Wiring Diagram
Troubleshooting
Button doesn't respond when pressed
Check the contact block first — it's the most common failure point. Test continuity across the NO or NC terminals with a multimeter. If no click is felt, the return spring in the head may be broken.
Works intermittently
Contact block contacts are pitted or burned. Replace the contact block — don't try to file the contacts. Check if the rated cycle count has been exceeded.
Button feels mushy or doesn't click
The spring return mechanism in the button head is worn. Replace the head. The contact block can usually be reused if it tests OK.
Where to Buy
Price range
$4.39 — $14.91
across 2 distributors
Quick Specs
- Certifications
- UL, CSA, CE
- Contact Configuration
- SPDT
- Mechanical Life
- 10,000,000 cycles
- Operating Force
- 1.47N (150gf)
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