VS2™ Series

Shock & Vibration Switches

The VS2 Series switches are shock sensitive mechanisms for shutdown of engine or electric motor-powered equipment. It is designed to detect shock/vibration in three planes of motion.

  • Fully adjustable
  • Includes magnetic latching feature
  • Manual or electric reset

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These fully adjustable switches use a magnetic latch to ensure reliable operation. Explosion-proof EX models for hazardous locations are available.

Ideal for use on engines, pumps, compressors, heat exchangers and pumping units, the VS2 Series can be used where shut-down protection from damaging shock/vibration is desired. Switches are field adjustable to the sensitivity required in each application.

Basic Operation
Pushing the reset button moves the tripping latch into a magnetically held position. A shock/vibration will move the magnet beyond this holding position, thus freeing the spring-loaded tripping latch to transfer the contacts and shut down the machinery (see dimensional diagrams or visual representation of parts).

Remote Reset Option
The remote reset option includes a built-in electric solenoid which allows reset of a tripped unit from a remote location. Available for 115 VAC or 24 VDC.

  • Normal Operating Temperature: -40° to 185°F (-40° to 85°C); For CSA applications, applicable temperature specification is de-rated to -40° to 140°F (-40° to 60°C)
  • VS2 and VS2C
    • Case: Environmental Protection: Ingress protected to IP54 (when mounted on a horizontal surface with drain holes down). Suitable for non-hazardous areas. VS2C: C-clamp mount, includes 45 ft. (13.7 m) 2-conductor cable and 5 cable clamps
    • Contacts: SPDT-double make leaf contacts, 3A @ 240 VAC; 10A @120 VAC; 10A @ 32 VDC
    • Shipping Weight:
      • VS2: 2 lb. 8 oz. (1.1 kg)
      • VS2C: 7 lb. (3.2 kg)
    • Shipping Dimensions:
      • VS2: 8-1/4 x 9-1/4 x 5 in. (210 x 235 x 127 mm)
      • VS2C: 12 x 7 x 5-1/2 in. (305 x 178 x 140 mm)
  • VS2EX
    • Case: Base mount, explosion-proof aluminum alloy housing; meets IP54 specifications; Class I, Division 1, Groups C & D hazardous locations
    • Certification: CSA Canada and US
    • Snap switches: 2-SPDT snap switches; 5A @ 480 VAC; 2A resistive, 1A inductive, up to 30 VDC
    • Shipping Weight: 4 lb. 8 oz. (2 kg)
    • Shipping Dimensions: 8-1/4 x 9-1/4 x 5 in. (210 x 235 x 127 mm)
  • VS2EXR
    • Case: Base mount, explosion-proof aluminum alloy housing; meets IP54 specifications; Class I, Division 1, Groups C & D hazardous locations
    • Certification: CSA Canada and US
    • Snap switch: 1-SPDT snap switch and reset coil; 5A @ 480 VAC; 2A resistive, 1A inductive, up to 30 VDC
    • Remote Reset: 115 VAC or 24 VDC (specify)
    • Shipping Weight: 5 lb. 8 oz. (2.2 kg)
    • Shipping Dimensions: 8-1/4 x 9-1/4 x 5 in. (210 x 235 x 127 mm)
  • VS2EXRB
    • Case: Explosion-proof aluminum alloy housing; designed to meet Class I, Division 1, Group B hazardous areas
    • Certification: No third-party certification
    • Snap switch: 1-SPDT snap switch with reset coil (option available for 2-SPDT switches); 5 A @ 480 VAC; 2A resistive, 1A inductive, up to 30 VDC
    • Remote Reset: 115 VAC or 24 VDC (specify)
    • Shipping Weight: 17 lb. 8 oz. (7.9 kg)
    • Shipping Dimensions: 12 x 12 x 10 in. (305 x 305 x 254 mm)

VS2 and VS2C

VS2 and VS2C

VS2EX

VS2EX

VS2EXR

VS2EXR

VS2EXRB

VS2EXRB

For more information about this product, you can download the related literature here:

Sales Bulletin (96013; revision date: 05/2020)

Installation Instructions (00-02-0185; revision date: 07/2024)