NEW Product

Temperature Monitoring Relay

K8AK-TH
Compact and Slim Relay Ideal for
Temperature Alarms and Monitoring
• Excessive temperature increases can be prevented and
abnormal temperatures can be monitored.
• Temperature monitoring in slim design with a width of just
22.5 mm.
• Rotary switches simplifies temperature settings.
• Universal-input support for thermocouple or platinum
resistance thermometer sensor input.
• Change the output relay between normally open and
normally closed operation.
• Alarm status identification with LED indicator.
• Self-holding output.
• Alarm output status can be retained even if the power
supply is turned OFF.
Refer to Safety Precautions on page 8.

For the most recent information on models that have been certified for
safety standards, refer to your OMRON website.

Ordering Information
K8AK-TH (Temperature Input Models)
Power supply Type Output relays Input types Setting units (setting range) Model
voltage
100 to 240 VAC Temperature 1 relay Thermocouple or platinum Setting unit: 1°C or 1°F (0 to 999°C/°F) K8AK-TH11S 100-240VAC
input resistance thermometer
Thermocouple Setting unit: 10°C/°F* K8AK-TH12S 100-240VAC
24 VAC/DC Thermocouple or platinum Setting unit: 1°C or 1°F (0 to 999°C/°F) K8AK-TH11S 24VAC/DC
resistance thermometer
Thermocouple Setting unit: 10°C/°F* K8AK-TH12S 24VAC/DC

* Refer to Setting Ranges on page 3 for the setting ranges.

Note: When ordering, designate the power supply specification. Different Relay models are used for 100 to 240 VAC and 24 VAC/VDC.

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Specifications
Ratings
Item Power supply voltage 100 to 240 VAC 50/60 Hz 24 VAC 50/60 Hz or 24 VDC
Allowable voltage range 85% to 110% of power supply voltage
Power consumption 5 VA max. 2 W max. (24 VDC), 4 VA max. (24 VAC)
Sensor inputs K8AK-TH11S Thermocouple: K, J, T, E; Platinum-resistance thermometer: Pt100, Pt1000
K8AK-TH12S Thermocouple: K, J, T, E, B, R, S, PLII
Output relay One SPDT relay (5 A at 250 VAC, resistive load)
External inputs Contact input ON: 1 kΩ max., OFF: 100 kΩ min.
(for latch setting)
Non-contact input ON residual voltage: 1.5 V max., OFF leakage current: 0.1 mA max.
Leakage current: Approx. 10 mA
Setting method Rotary switch setting (set of three switches)
Indicators Power (PWR): Green LED, Relay output (ALM): Red LED
Other functions Alarm Mode (upper limit/lower limit), non-fail safe/fail safe selection, output latch, setting protection, temperature
unit °C/°F
Ambient operating temperature −20 to 55°C (with no condensation or icing)
Ambient operating humidity Relative humidity: 25% to 85%
Storage temperature −25 to 65°C (with no condensation or icing)

Characteristics
Measurement accuracy K8AK-TH11S: ±1% of the setting range or ±4°C, whichever is larger
K8AK-TH12S: ±1% of the setting range (±1% FS)
hysteresis width 2°C
Output relay Rated load
Resistive load
5 A at 250 VAC
5 A at 30 VDC
Maximum switching capacity: 1,250 VA, 150 W
Minimum load: 5 VDC, 10 mA (reference values)
Mechanical life: 10 million operations min.
Electrical life: 5 A at 250 VAC or 30 VDC: 50,000 operations
3 A at 250 VAC/30 VDC: 100,000 operations
Sampling cycle 100 ms
Insulation resistance 20 MΩ (at 500 V) between charged terminals and exposed uncharged parts
20 MΩ (at 500 V) between any charged terminals (i.e., between input, output, and power supply terminals)
20 MΩ (at 500 V) between contacts (open)
Dielectric strength 2,300 VAC, 50/60 Hz for 1 min between terminals of different charge
Vibration resistance Frequency: 10 to 55 Hz, 0.35-mm single amplitude
10 sweeps of 5 min each in X,Y, and Z directions
Shock resistance 100 m/s2, 3 times each in 6 directions along 3 axes
Weight Approx. 160 g
Degree of protection IP20
Memory protection Non-volatile memory (number of writes: 1 million)
Safety Approved standards UL 61010-1
Standards Installation environment (pollution level 2, installation category II)
EMC EN 61326-1 Industrial electromagnetic environment
Application standards UL 61010-1 (Recognition), Korean Radio Waves Act (Act 10564), CSA: C22.2 No.14
Terminal screw tightening torque 0.49 to 0.59 N·m
Crimp terminals Two solid wires of 2.5 mm2 or two ferrules of 1.5 mm2 with insulation sleeves can be tightened together.
Case color N1.5
Case material PC and ABS, UL 94 V-0
Mounting Mounts to DIN Track.
Dimensions 22.5 × 100 × 90 mm (W × D × H)

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Setting Ranges
●K8AK-TH11S
Centigrade
Input K J T E Pt100 Pt1000
999 850 400 600 850 850
1,000
800
Setting tempera- 600
ture range 400
200
0
0 0 0 0 0 0
Minimum setting increment 1°C

Fahrenheit
Input K J T E Pt100 Pt1000
999 999 700 999 999 999
1,000
800 Å@ Å@ Å@ Å@ Å@
Setting temperature 600
range 400
200
0
0 0 0 0 0 0
Minimum setting increment 1°F

●K8AK-TH12S
Centigrade
Input K J T E B R S PLII
1,800
1,800
1,700 1,700
1,700
1,600
1,500
1,400
1,300 1,300
1,300
1,200
1,100
Setting temperature 1,000
850
900
range 800
700
600 600
500
400 400
300
200
100
0 100
0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Minimum setting increment 10°C

Fahrenheit
Input K J T E B R S PLII
3,200
3,200
3,100 3,000 3,000
3,000
2,900
2,800
2,700
2,600
2,500
2,400
2,300 2,300
2,300
2,200
2,100
2,000
1,900
1,800
Setting temperature 1,700
1,600
range 1,500 1,500
1,400
1,300
1,200
1,100 1,100
1,000
900
800 700
700
600
500
400
300
200 300
100
0
0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Minimum setting increment 10°F

●Temperature Input Range

TH11S °C °F TH12S °C °F
Input Lower Upper Lower Upper Input Lower Upper Lower Upper
type limit limit limit limit type limit limit limit limit
K −20 1019 −40 1039 K −20 1320 −40 2340
J −20 870 −40 1039 J −20 870 −40 1540
T −20 420 −40 740 T −20 420 −40 740
E −20 620 −40 1039 E −20 620 −40 1140
Pt100 −20 870 −40 1039 B 0 1820 0 3240
Pt1000 −20 870 −40 1039 R −20 1720 −40 3040
--- --- --- --- --- S −20 1720 −40 3040
--- --- --- --- --- PLII −20 1320 −40 2340

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Connections
Wiring Diagrams
K8AK-TH11S K8AK-TH12S
Power supply Power supply
voltage*1 voltage*1

Not used. Not used.

Power supply A1 A2 Power supply A1 A2

Relay output 14 11 12 Relay output 14 11 12

*1 The input power supply depends on the

model: 100 to 240 VAC or 24 VAC/VDC (no
polarity)
External input External input *2 Wiring of the external input terminals is as shown
(LATCH_RST)*2 4 5 6 Not used. (LATCH_RST)*2 4 5 6 Not used. below.

Sensor input 1 2 3 Sensor input 1 2 3 Not used.

+ − + −
Thermocouple B B A
Thermocouple
Pt resistance thermometer input

Timing Charts
Temperature Alarm: Hysteresis: 2°C/°F

2°C (°F)
Temperature setting
2°C (°F)

Temperature alarm upper limit (11) to (14)

Temperature alarm lower limit (11) to (14)

Changing between Normally Open and Normally Closed

Power supply
Temperature alarm or other error
Relay output (normally open) (11) to (14)
Relay output (normally closed) (11) to (14)
* Other errors: sensor open circuit error, sensor input error, temperature setting
error, and memory error.

Latched Operation: Relay outputs remain latched even after the alarm
or error is reset.
Power supply
Temperature alarm or other error
LATCH_RST or external inputs (4) to (5)
Relay output (latched) (11) to (14)
0.02 s
* If LATCH_RST is enabled, the alarm status is retained even if the power supply is
cycled.
To clear the alarm status, press the LATCH_RST button or turn ON the external input.
(Default: Latching enabled.)

Operation of Indicators
Power supply
SV Protect Mode
Flashing
PWR indicator

Power supply
Temperature alarm
Other error
Flashing
ALM indicator

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Nomenclature
Front Operations
●Error (ALM indicator: Flashing)
One of the following items 1 to 3 has occurred.
Power supply
1. The sensor circuit is disconnected or the
Relay output
temperature setting is out of the specified range.
2. The temperature setting is out of the specified range.
R_SW3
3. There is a problem in the internal circuits.
Corrections
Temperature unit (Black 1. Disable SV Protect Mode.
out the unnecessary
label: °C or °F) 2. Disable the latch.
3. Check for incorrect wiring, circuit disconnections,
PWR Indicator (Green) short circuits, and whether the input type and
temperature settings are correct.
R_SW2
4. If the wiring and settings are correct, reset the power
supply.
ALM indicator (Red)
If the Unit resumes normal operation, the problem
R_SW1 may have been caused by noise.
If the Unit does not resume normal operation, it must
LATCH_RST
button*
be replaced.
External input
* The non-volatile memory stores the event when a latched output is
(LATCH_RST) disabled, or the SV Protect Mode is enabled or disabled. An error
may occur if the data is updated more than one million times.
Sensor input * If you press and hold the LATCH_RST button for 5 seconds or
longer, the SV Protect Mode will go into effect.
When SV Protect Mode is enabled, the PWR indicator flashes.
To disable the SV Protect Mode, press and hold the LATCH_RST
Button for at least 5 seconds.

●Alarm Setting Rotary Switch

Point the arrow to the required number.

Note: 1. Use solid-core wires of 2.5-mm2 max. or ferrules with an

insulation sleeve to wire to this terminal.
To ensure the dielectric strength of the connection, do not
expose more than 8 mm of wire for insertion into the
terminal.
For a solid wire For ferrules with
of 2.5-mm2 of max. an insulation sleeve.

8 mm max. 8 mm max.

Recommended Ferrules
Phoenix Contact
Al 1.5-8BK (for AWG16)
•Al 1-8RD (for AWG18)
•Al 0,75-8GY (for AWG18)
2. Screw tightening torque: 0.49 to 0.59 N·m

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Operation Method
Function Selection DIP Switch
Settings
K8AK-TH11S R_SW3 100°C/°F units (0 to 9) K8AK-TH12S 1,000°C/°F units (0 to 3)
R_SW3 * A temperature setting error
R_SW2 10°C/°F units (0 to 9) occurs if this switch is set to a
value from 4 to 9.
R_SW1 1°C/°F units (0 to 9)
R_SW2 100°C/°F units (0 to 9)
* Default: 0°C
R_SW1 10°C/°F units (0 to 9)
SW * Default: 0°C
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Upper limit alarm Input type SW
Switch (SW) Lower limit alarm K 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

ON With latching J Upper limit alarm Input type

Without latching T Lower limit alarm K
OFF
Normally open E ON J
With latching
* Default settings: All OFF
Normally closed Pt100 OFF Without latching T
Turn OFF the power to the Temperature °C Pt1000 Normally open E ON
Monitoring Relay before you change the
°F Not used. Normally closed B OFF
switch settings on the side panel.
The switch settings made on the side panel * Default: All OFF. Not used. °C R
* SW8: Not used.
take effect when the power is turned ON. °F S
Use a precision screwdriver to manipulate * Default: All OFF. PLII
the switches and button. * SW8: Not used.

Safety standards EN 61010-1

EMI EN 61326-1
EMC
EMS EN 61326-1

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Functions
●SV Protection
This function protects (i.e., prohibits changing) the alarm setting, operating method, and modes for the Temperature Monitoring Relay that have
been set on the rotary switches and DIP switch.
The protection function is activated by pressing the output latch reset button on the Temperature Monitoring Relay for at least 5 s or by turning ON
the input to the external input terminal for at least 5 s.
The power indicator will flash when the protection is activated.
The protection function can be released by pressing the output latch reset button on the Temperature Monitoring Relay for at least 5 s or by turning
ON the input to the external input terminal for at least 5 s.
The power indicator will light while the protection is being reset.

Dimensions (Unit: mm)

Note: All units are in millimeters unless otherwise indicated.

Temperature Monitoring Relay

K8AK-TH 22.5 100

90

Track Mounting Products (Sold Separately)

●DIN Tracks
7.3±0.15
PFP-100N
4.5
PFP-50N
35±0.3 27±0.15

15 25 25 25 25 15 (5) 1
10 10
1000 (500) (See note.) (See note.)

* Dimensions in parentheses are for the PFP-50N.

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Safety Precautions
Be sure to read the precautions for all models in the website at the following URL: http://www.ia.omron.com/.

Warning Indications
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
CAUTION which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
Electrical shock may cause minor injury.
moderate injury or in property damage.
Do not touch terminals while electricity is being supplied.
Precautions for Safe Supplementary comments on what to do or
Use avoid doing, to use the product safely.
Precautions for Supplementary comments on what to do or
Correct Use avoid doing, to prevent failure to operate, There is a risk of minor electrical shock, fire, or device failure.
malfunction, or undesirable effects on Do not allow any pieces of metal, conductors, or cutting chips
product performance. that occur during the installation process to enter the product.

Meaning of Product Safety Symbols Explosions may cause minor injuries. Do not use the product
in locations with inflammable or explosive gases.

Used to warn of the risk of electric shock under There is a risk of minor electrical shock, fire, or device failure.
specific conditions. Do not disassemble, modify, repair, or touch the inside of the
product.

Used for general prohibitions for which there is no Loose screws may cause fires. Tighten terminal screws to the
specific symbol. specified torque of 0.49 to 0.59 N·m.

Used to indicate prohibition when there is a risk of

minor injury from electrical shock or other source if Use of excessive torque may damage the terminal screws.
the product is disassembled. Tighten terminal screws to the specified torque of 0.49 to
0.59 N·m.
Used for general mandatory action precautions for
which there is no specified symbol. If the setting does not match the element to be monitored, the
product may behave unexpectedly and damage the machine
or cause accidents. Set the Temperature Monitoring Relay as
described below.
• Adjust each set value on the Temperature Monitoring Relay
correctly for the element that is to be monitored.
• Turn OFF the power to the Temperature Monitoring
Relay before you change the switch settings on the side
panel. The switch settings made on the side panel take
effect when the power is turned ON.

If the Temperature Monitoring Relay fails, monitoring and

alarm outputs may fail to operate. This may result in physical
damage to the facilities, equipment, or other devices that are
connected to it. To reduce this risk, inspect the product
regularly. To make the product fail-safe, take alternative safety
measures, such as the installation of monitoring devices on a
separate circuit.

Use of the product beyond its life may result in contact welding
or burning. Make sure to consider the actual operating
conditions and use the product within its rated load and
electrical life count. The life of the output relay varies
significantly with the switching capacity and switching
conditions.

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Precautions for Safe Use Precautions for Correct Use

1. Do not use or store the product in the following locations.
• Locations subject to water or oil Observe the following operating
• Locations subject to direct radiant heat from heating equipment methods to prevent failure and
• Outdoor locations or under direct sunlight malfunction.
• Locations subject to dust or corrosive gases (particularly
sulfurizing gases, ammonia, etc.) 1. Use the power supply voltage, input power, and other power
supplies and converters with suitable capacities and rated
• Locations subject to rapid temperature changes outputs.
• Locations prone to icing and dew condensation 2. Use a precision screwdriver or similar tool to adjust the rotary
• Locations subject to excessive vibration or shock switches.

2. Use and store the product in a location where the ambient

temperature and humidity are within the specified ranges. If Correct Mounting Direction, Mounting,
applicable, provide forced cooling. and Removing
3. Mount the product in the correct direction.
• Mounting to DIN Track
4. Check terminal polarity when wiring and wire all connections
correctly. The power supply terminals do not have polarity. 1. Attach the product to the DIN Track with the tab at the top and
5. Do not wire the input and output terminals incorrectly. the hooks at the bottom.
2. Push the product onto the Track until the hooks lock into place.
6. Make sure the power supply voltage and loads are within the
specifications and ratings for the product. A B
7. Make sure the type of the thermocouple matches the input type
that the Temperature Monitoring Relay is designed for.
8. If you need to extend the length of the lead wires on the
thermocouple, make sure to match the type of thermocouple and
always use compensating conductors.
9. To extend the lead wires on the platinum resistance thermometer,
use lead wires with a low resistance (5 Ω or less per wire), and
make the resistance equal on all three lead wires.
10.Make sure the crimp terminals for wiring are of the specified size.
11.Do not connect anything to terminals that are not being used.
12.Use a power supply that will reach the rated voltage within 1
second after the power is turned ON. • Removing from the DIN Track
13.After you turn ON the power, it takes 2 seconds for the outputs of Pull down on the bottom hook with a flat-blade screwdriver and lift
the Temperature Monitoring Relay to stabilize. Take this time into up on the product.
account when you design the control panel.
14.Allow at least 30 minutes for the product to warm up. During this
time, the temperature measurements will be incorrect.
15.Keep wiring separate from high voltages and power lines that
draw large currents.
Do not place product wiring in parallel with or in the same path as
high-voltage or high-current lines.
16.Do not install the product near equipment that generates high
frequencies or surges. Applicable DIN Tracks:
PFP-100N (100 cm)
17.The product may cause incoming radio wave interference. Do not
PFP-50N (50 cm)
use the product near radio wave receivers.
18.Install an external switch or circuit breaker and label it clearly so
that the operator can quickly turn OFF the power supply.
19.When cleaning the product, do not use thinners or solvents. Use
commercial alcohol.
20.When discarding the product, properly dispose of it as industrial
waste.
21.Make sure the power and output indicators operate correctly.
Depending on the application environment, the indicators and
other plastic parts may wear prematurely and become difficult to
see. Check and replace these parts regularly.
22.The terminal blocks may heat up to 65°C. Use care when
handling them.

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