MIL-DTL-15291/13B
TABLE II Electrical and endurance ratings.
De-energized
Electrical
Test rate
operations
Current
Voltage
Operations
Tests
(operations
(number of
(number of
(amperes)
(volts)
per minute)
operations)
operations)
Alternating
current
6,000
200
500
8
4,000
(rms)
Direct
current
250
4,000
3
200
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GENERAL INFORMATION:
Switches not covered by specification sheets: Switches which are fabricated from standard parts, as
used in qualified switches, but which do not comply with switches detailed herein with respect to circuit
characteristics, switching action, mounting arrangement, and handle details may be acquired under this
specification from contractors having qualification approval under this specification.
Extended ratings: Switches detailed herein have been tested and found satisfactory at the extended
ratings listed in table III. Reduced life expectancy must be anticipated for switches used at these
increased voltage or current levels. Tests under the conditions of table III are not required for
qualification acceptance and they are not repeated routinely as for maintenance of qualification.
Supplemental evaluations and tests applicable to particular circuit requirements are recommended.
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