Product Description
Yale OEM micro switch (SKU: YL 6202871) for electric lift trucks. Functions as a snap-action, momentary contact switch with SPDT contacts, panel mount configuration, and compatibility with key Yale truck hydraulic and control lever assemblies. Includes equivalent part numbers YT 6202871 and 620287100.
Specifications
Part Numbers
| OEM Part Number | YL 6202871 |
| Manufacturer Part Number | YL6202871 |
| Cross-Reference Part Numbers | YT 6202871, 620287100 |
| Equivalent Part Numbers | YL 620287100, YT620287100 |
| Supersedes/Replaces | 620287100 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What does the YL 6202871 micro switch do in Yale electric lift trucks?
A: The YL 6202871 is a snap-action micro switch used for electrical position sensing and control signaling in Yale electric lift truck hydraulic and control lever assemblies. It functions as a momentary contact switch with single-pole, double-throw (SPDT) contacts in a panel-mount configuration, enabling logic control of hydraulic functions.
Q: What are the cross-reference and equivalent part numbers for YL 6202871?
A: The YL 6202871 micro switch has several equivalent part numbers: YT 6202871, YL 620287100, YT 620287100, and 620287100. When ordering replacements, any of these numbers will provide the same switch functionality, though verify your equipment documentation to confirm the correct variant for your truck model.
Q: What is the difference between YL 6202871 and YL 620287100?
A: YL 6202871 and YL 620287100 are functionally equivalent micro switches with identical snap-action SPDT contact behavior. The part number variations reflect different Yale part numbering conventions across truck generations or regional supply chains. Both switches are interchangeable for control lever and hydraulic assembly applications.
Q: How do you know if a YL 6202871 micro switch has failed?
A: Symptoms of micro switch failure include: hydraulic functions not responding to control lever movement, intermittent loss of control, or continuous function activation regardless of lever position. If the truck exhibits these behaviors and the switch has been in service for 3 to 5 years, replacement is warranted.
Q: What is the typical service life of a YL 6202871 micro switch?
A: Snap-action micro switches typically provide 2 to 5 million mechanical cycles before internal contacts wear or the actuator spring loses tension. In material handling equipment, this translates to 3 to 7 years of normal operation depending on frequency of control lever actuation and environmental conditions.