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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| 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 |
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.