Overview
The Paragon 2608-00 is a manual preset interval timer engineered for industrial time control and automation. This 120V 60Hz device features a 12-hour maximum time range and is configured for direct panel mounting. Paragon timers have been widely used in industrial settings for controlling machinery startup/shutdown sequences, process timing, and equipment duty cycles.
Key Features
- Manual preset dial for operator-friendly time selection
- 12-hour maximum interval range with adjustable timing
- SPDT (Single Pole Double Throw) contact configuration
- Panel-mount design with 3/8″ center shaft hole and 3 mounting holes (1/4″ diameter)
- HOLD feature allows load to remain ON indefinitely until manually reset
- Compact, space-efficient industrial timer for tight panel installations
Technical Specifications
- Time Range: 0 to 12 hours
- Input Voltage: 120V, 60Hz
- Contact Type: SPDT (Single Pole Double Throw)
- Mounting Style: Panel mount (front-mounted dial)
- Panel Hole Spacing: 3/8″ shaft hole, 3 mounting holes at 1/4″ diameter
- Control Type: Manual preset interval timer
- Series: Paragon 2600 Series
- Country of Origin: Mexico
- Enclosure: Requires external NEMA enclosure for panel mounting
- Standard Compliance: ISO 9002 registered
Typical Applications
- Industrial machinery startup and shutdown sequencing
- Process timing and cycle control
- Equipment duty cycle management
- HVAC system scheduling in industrial facilities
- Production equipment warm-up timing
- Motor and pump control delay applications
- PLC peripheral module and HMI companion timing
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- 120V 60Hz single-phase industrial control systems
- Panel enclosures rated for 120V loads
- NEMA 1 (indoor metal) and NEMA 3 (indoor/outdoor) enclosures
- Industrial machinery with electromechanical time control requirements
- PLC systems requiring external timing peripherals
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
The Paragon 2608-00 is part of the 2600 Series interval timer family and may be interchangeable with other 12-hour manual preset models of the same series. Verify specific model compatibility and electrical specifications with your system integrator before ordering.
Works With
- Standard industrial control wiring (12 to 16 AWG recommended)
- Electromechanical relay circuits and simple control logic
- Industrial control panels using basic time-delay relay logic
- No software or network connectivity required—pure mechanical/electrical timing
