Omron D2VW-5-1HS Microswitch, Limit Switch, Electronic Components 5A 250V SPDT
The Omron D2VW-5-1HS is a sealed miniature snap-action microswitch used for limit, position, and control-circuit switching. It is commonly used in electronic equipment, mechanical assemblies, gate and door operator components, access-control equipment, control panels, appliances, vending equipment, industrial devices, and other systems where a compact SPDT switch is required.
This model is part of Omron's D2VW sealed basic switch family. The D2VW Series is designed for applications that need a small switch body with dust and moisture protection. The D2VW-5-1HS version is commonly identified as a pin plunger, solder-terminal, SPDT switch with a 5A 250VAC resistive load rating. Some agency listings may show a lower 250VAC rating depending on the approval category, load type, and certification standard.
The D2VW-5-1HS should be matched by the complete part number, not only by the amperage or the general term microswitch. Omron D2VW switches are available with different actuator levers, roller levers, terminal styles, wire leads, operating forces, ratings, and contact materials. A similar-looking switch may not be interchangeable if the actuator, terminal, rating, or mounting dimensions are different.
What This Switch Does
A microswitch is used to make or break an electrical control circuit when a mechanical movement presses the actuator. In a gate operator or door operator, this type of switch may be used as a limit switch, position switch, interlock switch, or signal switch depending on the equipment design.
The SPDT contact form gives the switch one common terminal, one normally open terminal, and one normally closed terminal. This allows the equipment designer or technician to use the switch for either a normally open or normally closed control function, depending on how the circuit is wired.
Common Applications
- Limit switch replacement in compatible equipment
- Position sensing in mechanical assemblies
- Gate operator limit or position circuits where this exact switch style is used
- Commercial door operator control assemblies where this exact part matches the original
- Access-control equipment and control cabinets
- Industrial control equipment
- Vending, appliance, and electronic component applications
- Low-voltage control signal switching where the rating and contact format match
Compatible With
The Omron D2VW-5-1HS may be used in select equipment that originally used the same Omron D2VW-5-1HS switch or an approved equivalent. Compatibility depends on the complete part number, actuator style, terminal type, contact rating, mounting dimensions, operating force, wiring function, and environmental requirements.
- Applications requiring an Omron D2VW-5-1HS sealed snap-action switch
- Applications requiring a D2VW Series SPDT sealed miniature basic switch
- Control circuits requiring a pin plunger actuator style
- Equipment using solder-terminal switch wiring
- Low-voltage or line-voltage control circuits within the approved switch rating
- Gate and door operator limit assemblies where D2VW-5-1HS is the original or approved replacement switch
- Mechanical assemblies requiring a compact sealed microswitch with SPDT contacts
Do not assume this switch fits every gate opener, garage door opener, operator limit assembly, appliance, or control panel. Always compare the old switch part number, terminal style, plunger/lever shape, mounting dimensions, and circuit rating before ordering.
Not Intended For
- Replacing a different Omron D2VW actuator style unless dimensions and function are verified
- Replacing D2VW lever or roller lever switches unless the original part number confirms compatibility
- Replacing D2HW, D2F, V-Series, Z-Series, D3V, or other Omron switch families without engineering verification
- High-current motor switching beyond the switch rating
- Direct load switching where the connected load exceeds the switch rating
- Outdoor exposed installation without a proper enclosure or protected mounting design
- Safety-device bypassing or disabling monitored gate safety circuits
- Applications requiring a different terminal style, such as quick-connect tabs or wire leads
Important Compatibility Warning
Small microswitches are easy to misidentify. The part number must be checked carefully because one letter or number can change the actuator style, terminal type, operating force, contact material, or rating. For example, D2VW-5-1HS is not automatically the same as D2VW-5L2-1HS, D2VW-5L3-1HS, or D2VW wire-lead versions.
If this switch is being used as a limit switch in a gate operator or door operator, verify why the original switch failed before replacing it. Bent limit hardware, water intrusion, incorrect cam adjustment, broken brackets, damaged wiring, or a control board issue can cause repeat switch failures.
Features & Specifications
| Feature / Specification | Details |
| Manufacturer | Omron Electronic Components |
| Series | D2VW Series |
| Part Number | D2VW-5-1HS |
| Product Type | Sealed miniature snap-action microswitch / limit switch |
| Contact Form | SPDT |
| Switch Function | Momentary snap-action operation; normally open or normally closed function depends on wiring |
| Actuator Style | Pin plunger |
| Termination Style | Solder terminals |
| Rated Load Reference | D2VW-5 models are commonly listed at 5A resistive load for 125VAC, 250VAC, and 30VDC applications; verify approval rating for the actual load type |
| Agency Rating Note | Some UL/CSA listings show 3A at 250VAC depending on certification and load type; use the rating appropriate to the application |
| Maximum AC Voltage Reference | 250VAC commonly listed for this model family |
| DC Voltage Reference | 30VDC commonly listed for D2VW-5 models at 5A resistive load |
| Ingress Protection | D2VW Series sealed construction; IP67 is commonly listed for D2VW sealed models when properly installed |
| Operating Temperature | -40 C to 85 C commonly listed |
| Approximate Dimensions | 41.4 mm L x 18.7 mm H x 10.3 mm D listed on your current product page; verify against current datasheet if exact dimensions are critical |
| Mounting Style | Screw / chassis mount style, depending on the equipment bracket design |
| Contact Material Reference | Silver alloy contacts commonly associated with D2VW-5 models |
| Application | Limit, position, interlock, and control-circuit switching where this exact switch style and rating are required |
| Included Items | Microswitch only; verify screws, wires, connectors, brackets, seals, and hardware against the current supplier package |
Also Known As / Related Part Numbers
- D2VW-5-1HS
- Omron D2VW-5-1HS
- OMRON D2VW-5-1HS
- D2VW 5 1HS
- D2VW5-1HS
- D2VW-5-1HS microswitch
- D2VW-5-1HS limit switch
- D2VW-5-1HS snap-action switch
- D2VW Series sealed basic switch
- Omron sealed miniature basic switch
- Omron SPDT microswitch 5A 250VAC
- Omron pin plunger microswitch
- Omron solder terminal microswitch
- D2VW-5L2-1HS, related roller lever version, not the same actuator style
- D2VW-5L3-1HS, related simulated roller lever version, not the same actuator style
- D2VW-5L2-1MS, related wire-lead version, not the same terminal style
- D2VW-01 series, related lower-current D2VW family, not interchangeable without rating verification
Related Parts and Accessories
- Replacement mounting screws where required by the equipment bracket
- Solder terminals, wire, heat-shrink, and insulated connections for proper wiring repair
- Limit cam or actuator hardware where the switch is used in a limit assembly
- Weatherproof enclosure or seal repair parts where the switch is exposed to moisture
- Other Omron D2VW actuator styles where a lever or roller lever is required
- Equipment-specific limit switch brackets or harnesses where the switch is part of a larger assembly
Technician Note
For replacement work, remove the original switch and compare the full part number before ordering. The D2VW family includes similar-looking switches with different actuators and terminals. A plunger switch, roller lever switch, and wire-lead switch may all belong to the D2VW family, but they will not necessarily fit the same bracket or operate at the same point.
If the switch is being used as a gate or door operator limit switch, check the cam, limit nut, bracket, and wiring before replacing only the switch. A switch that is physically broken may have failed because the actuator was over-traveled, hit too hard, or exposed to water through a damaged housing or conduit path.
Before Ordering, Confirm
- Confirm the existing switch part number is D2VW-5-1HS.
- Confirm the actuator style is pin plunger, not lever or roller lever.
- Confirm the switch uses solder terminals, not wire leads or quick-connect terminals.
- Confirm the SPDT contact form is required.
- Confirm the circuit rating and load type are within the approved switch rating.
- Confirm the equipment uses the switch as a control/limit signal and not as an overloaded power switch.
- Confirm the mounting holes, body size, plunger height, and actuator travel match the original switch.
- Confirm the operating force and switch travel are suitable for the mechanical assembly.
- Confirm the wiring function before moving wires from the old switch to the new switch.
- Confirm whether mounting screws, bracket, harness, or connectors are included or need to be reused.
Installation and Wiring Notes
On an SPDT microswitch, the common, normally open, and normally closed terminals must be identified before wiring. If the wires are moved to the wrong terminals, the equipment may operate backward, fail to stop at the correct position, or create a fault condition.
For solder-terminal versions, use proper soldering technique and avoid overheating the switch body. Do not bend the terminals excessively, flood the switch with solder, or leave exposed conductors where they can short against the equipment frame. If the circuit involves line voltage, installation should be handled by a qualified technician.
Professional Advisory
Microswitch replacement can involve exposed electrical circuits, moving mechanical parts, and equipment that may start unexpectedly. Disconnect power before servicing, secure the moving mechanism, and verify the wiring diagram before replacing a limit switch or control switch.
Do not bypass a failed limit switch, interlock switch, or safety-related switch to keep equipment running. If the switch is part of a safety or limit circuit, the correct replacement should be installed and the full system should be tested before returning the equipment to service.
Product Questions & Answers
What is the Omron D2VW-5-1HS used for?
The Omron D2VW-5-1HS is used as a sealed miniature snap-action microswitch for limit, position, interlock, and control-circuit applications where an SPDT pin plunger switch is required.
Is the D2VW-5-1HS an SPDT switch?
Yes. The D2VW-5-1HS is commonly listed with an SPDT contact configuration, giving the circuit a common, normally open, and normally closed contact option.
What is the voltage and current rating of the D2VW-5-1HS?
D2VW-5 models are commonly listed with 5A resistive load ratings at 125VAC, 250VAC, and 30VDC. Some agency listings may show 3A at 250VAC depending on approval category and load type, so verify the rating required for the application.
Does the D2VW-5-1HS have solder terminals?
Yes. The D2VW-5-1HS is commonly listed with solder termination. Verify this before ordering if your original switch uses wire leads or quick-connect terminals.
Is D2VW-5-1HS the same as D2VW-5L2-1HS?
No. D2VW-5-1HS is associated with a pin plunger actuator, while D2VW-5L2-1HS is a related D2VW model with a lever or roller lever style actuator. They should not be substituted without checking the mechanical fit and operating point.
Can this switch be used as a gate operator limit switch?
It may be used only if the gate operator originally used this exact switch or an approved equivalent. Match the part number, actuator style, terminal style, rating, mounting, and wiring before installing it in a gate operator limit circuit.
