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CRD16RM0AB

CRD16RM0AB

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Dip Switch Hexadecimal 16 Position Through Hole, Right Angle Rotary for Tool Actuator 0.4VA 20VAC/DC
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Overview

The CRD16RM0AB is a 16-position hexadecimal coded rotary DIP switch designed for right-angle through-hole mounting. It features a flush, tool-actuated rotor and gold-plated contacts, providing a reliable interface for manual configuration of embedded systems. This process-sealed component is washable and rated for low-power logic-level switching up to 20VAC/DC.

Why Choose This Part

The right-angle orientation and tool-actuated flush rotor make it ideal for edge-of-board placement where space is limited and accidental changes must be prevented. Its process-sealed construction allows the switch to withstand automated wave soldering and aqueous cleaning cycles without risk of contact contamination. The gold-over-beryllium copper contacts ensure high reliability in low-voltage logic circuits over a wide temperature range of -20C to +85C.

Applications

Industrial Network Addressing
Used to manually set unique Node IDs or hexadecimal addresses for devices on RS-485 or CAN bus networks.
Firmware Mode Selection
Provides a hardware-based method for users or technicians to select between 16 different operating modes or boot configurations.
Hardware Feature Strapping
Enables or disables specific PCB features or hardware peripherals without needing to reflash the microcontroller.
Calibration Offsets
Allows for field-adjustable calibration steps or threshold settings in sensor instrumentation circuits.

Key Specifications

Pitch 0.100" (2.54mm), Full
Circuit Hexadecimal
Features Process Sealed
Washable Yes
Actuator Type Rotary for Tool
Mounting Type Through Hole, Right Angle
Actuator Level Flush, Recessed
Contact Finish Gold
Voltage Rating 20VAC/DC
Contact Material Beryllium Copper
Termination Style PC Pin
Height Above Board 0.414" (10.51mm)
Number of Positions 16
Current Rating (Amps) 0.4VA
Operating Temperature -20degC ~ 85degC

Getting Started

Integrate this switch by providing a 0.100 inch (2.54mm) pitch footprint on your PCB with a right-angle layout at the board edge. Use 10k ohm pull-up resistors on the four coded output lines to interface the hexadecimal logic levels directly with MCU GPIO pins. Ensure the tool used for actuation matches the recessed rotor slot to prevent mechanical wear.