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Subsea Switch

Large ROV operated subsea switch units suitable for switching power on/off to data logger and display units. Also for providing switch inputs to control data logging or process function. Supplied with mounting plates, and subsea cable assemblies, rated to 4000 metres of seawater.

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Subsea Switch

Subsea Switch

Description

The subsea switch is a compact unit designed for ROV activation in deep-sea applications. Featuring a square mounting plate made of 316 stainless steel, behind which a rotating switch bar containing two permanent magnets Upon rotation to the “ON” position, one of these magnets align with a reed switch sensor housed in a stainless steel enclosure behind the mounting plate, activating a solid state relay. The stainless steel housing also incorporates one or two Subsea bulkhead connectors for controlling a power supply, or turn on an internal battery power. The unit is provided with a 5m cable, equipped with matching Subsea connectors, with the entire switch assembly and connectors rated for operation in seawater depths up to 4000 meters.

Features

  • Subsea switch, designed for ROV operation
  • Depth rating to 4000 metres seawater
  • Large rotary arm makes switch contact in either horizontal position
  • Positive action with indentations for on and off position
  • Switch up to 60V at 3 amps DC
  • Non contact switching mechanism
  • Higher voltage/current ranges on request
  • Custom switches can be designed to fit your requirements.

Specifications

Version SUBSEA-SW1 SUBSEA-SW2 SUBSEA-SW2-CRE SUBSEA-SW3-CRE SUBSEA-SW4-CRE
Power Rating 24vDC @ 500mA 60vDC @ 3 Amps 24vDC @ 500mA
Mounting Plate 200 x 200 x 8mm
Switch Bar 190 x 50 x 25mm
Connectors MCBH4M-SS MCBH4M-SS & MCBH5F-SS CRE 3-Pin Female BRB 12-Pin Male
Cable 5M with Mating Bulkheads 5M to OceanDISP-2
Switch mechanism Magnet operated reed switch with solid state relay
Depth Rating 4000 metres

The above specifications table is for our standard options. If you require anything different, please contact us to discuss your requirements. Subsea switches are made to order and customisation for your specific requirements are available on request.

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Product Description

SUBSEA-SW1

£1,251.65

Subsea switch assembly comprising of square mounting plate 200 x 200 x 8mm, 316 stainless steel, with rotating switch bar (190 x 50 x 25mm), fitted with 2 permanent magnets. Subsea housing with proximity switch mounted behind the square mounting plate. Maximum switching current 500mA at 24vDC. Fitted with Subcon bulkhead connector (4-pin male). Includes 5 metre cable harness with subcon 4-pin male and 4-pin female inline connectors.

SUBSEA-SW2

£1,695.00

Subsea switch assembly comprising of square mounting plate 200 x 200 x 8mm thick, 316 stainless steel, with rotating switch bar (190 x 50 x 25mm), fitted with 2 permanent magnet. Subsea housing with proximity switch mounted behind the square switch assembly with relay changeover contacts operated by proximity switch, 60vDC with Max switching current 3A. Fitted with 2 x Subcon bulkhead connectors. Includes 5 metre cable harness to connect the switch to the external device.

SOL-CSA-OMNI-0030

£269.33

Switch to logger cable for SW2 unit. 5 metre cable fitted with a Birns MCIL5M on switch end and a Birns SCIL4F on the logger end.

SOL-CSA-OMNI-0031

£367.50

Battery to switch cable. 5Mtrs cable fitted with a Birns SCOM4F c/w MLSA Locking sleeve on one end and a Birns SCOM4M c/w MLSA Locking sleeve on the other end. Overall length 5Mtrs.

SUBSEA-SW2-CRE

£1,520.22

Subsea switch assembly comprising of square mounting plate 200 x 200 x 8mm thick, 316 stainless steel, with rotating switch bar (190 x 50 x 25mm), fitted with 2 permanent magnets. Subsea housing with proximity switch mounted behind the square mounting plate with relay changeover contacts rated at 3 amps at 24vDC, operated by proximity switch. Fitted with 1 x Subcon SCBH4MSS bulkhead connector for input power and 1 x CRE 3 pin female connector for output power. Includes 5 metre cable harness with CRE 3 pin female inline connector to mate with logger housing power input.

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