The 83161312 is a miniature normally open (form C changeover) snap-action microswitch manufactured by Crouzet Control, featuring a W3 quick-connect 6.3×0.8 mm terminal configuration. This premium microswitch incorporates a high-precision flexible leaf snap-action mechanism that operates without a balance point, even at extremely slow actuating speeds, with a maximum operating force of 0.8 N and a minimum release force of 0.2 N. The device is rated for 10 A at 250 V AC (ENEC approved) with a contact gap of 0.4 mm, operates reliably across a temperature range of -60°C to +125°C, and achieves mechanical life up to 50 million cycles. It is ENEC and cURus approved, offers broad mounting flexibility with four possible actuator fixing positions, and is ideal for industrial control applications requiring high reliability, precision actuation, and resistance to shock and vibration.