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Sangamo Q551 Zone 4 Astro Time Switch 3 Pin 20A - Optional Early Off

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Description

The Sangamo Q551 is a Zone 4 astro time switch with a 3-pin 20A output, 24-hour programming and an optional early-off function. The unit automatically adjusts switching times throughout the year based on Zone 4 sunrise and sunset schedules (covering central England and Wales), eliminating the need to manually update on/off times as daylight hours change.

Designed for outdoor lighting control in street lighting, car parks, forecourts and building perimeter lighting, the Q551 switches loads up to 20A (4,600W at 230V). The optional early-off function allows the programmed off time to be advanced by a set number of hours, reducing energy consumption where full dawn-to-dusk operation is unnecessary. The 3-pin output suits standard contactors and relay coils used in lighting control panels.

The round-pattern dial face shows a 24-hour scale with red markings indicating switching periods. Three brass adjustment lugs on the dial set the on and off times, with the central nut tightened once programming is complete. A 100-hour battery reserve maintains the programmed schedule during mains power interruptions, preventing the need to reprogram after brief outages. The unit is rated for DIN rail or back-panel mounting inside control enclosures.

Specification
Product Net Weight (KG) 0.417
Product Gross Weight (KG) 0.461
Outer Gross Weight (KG) 0.42
Product Length (mm) 104
Product Width (mm) 83
Product Height (mm) 134
Outer Length (mm) 104
Outer Width (mm) 83
Outer Height (mm) 134
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Product Specification Sheet

Product Manual

Frequently Asked

What is Zone 4 and does it cover my location?

Zone 4 covers central England and Wales, approximately from Birmingham to Manchester across to the Welsh coast. The astro function uses Zone 4 sunrise/sunset times to automatically adjust switching throughout the year. If your location falls outside Zone 4, a different zone time switch is required for accurate daylight tracking.

How does the optional early-off function work?

The early-off function allows the programmed dawn switch-off time to be advanced by a set number of hours, switching the load off earlier than the calculated sunrise time. This reduces energy consumption in applications where lighting is not needed until full daybreak.

What happens during a power cut?

The 100-hour battery reserve maintains the programmed schedule and real-time clock during mains interruptions. When power is restored, the time switch resumes normal operation without needing to be reprogrammed.

What is the 3-pin output used for?

The 3-pin output is designed to switch contactor coils or relay coils in lighting control panels, rather than switching the lighting load directly. The 20A rating refers to the contact capacity, which is suitable for most standard contactors.

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Delivery UK delivery is £14.99, and delivery is free on all orders of £99 or more, in the UK and internationally.

Returns If you change your mind, you have 14 days from delivery to tell us, and a further 14 days to send the goods back. Return postage for a change-of-mind return is paid by you. Change-of-mind returns are subject to an inspection and handling deduction. See our full returns policy.

To arrange a return, call us on 020 8149 5199 or use our contact page.

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    Description

    The Sangamo Q551 is a Zone 4 astro time switch with a 3-pin 20A output, 24-hour programming and an optional early-off function. The unit automatically adjusts switching times throughout the year based on Zone 4 sunrise and sunset schedules (covering central England and Wales), eliminating the need to manually update on/off times as daylight hours change.

    Designed for outdoor lighting control in street lighting, car parks, forecourts and building perimeter lighting, the Q551 switches loads up to 20A (4,600W at 230V). The optional early-off function allows the programmed off time to be advanced by a set number of hours, reducing energy consumption where full dawn-to-dusk operation is unnecessary. The 3-pin output suits standard contactors and relay coils used in lighting control panels.

    The round-pattern dial face shows a 24-hour scale with red markings indicating switching periods. Three brass adjustment lugs on the dial set the on and off times, with the central nut tightened once programming is complete. A 100-hour battery reserve maintains the programmed schedule during mains power interruptions, preventing the need to reprogram after brief outages. The unit is rated for DIN rail or back-panel mounting inside control enclosures.

    Specification
    Product Net Weight (KG) 0.417
    Product Gross Weight (KG) 0.461
    Outer Gross Weight (KG) 0.42
    Product Length (mm) 104
    Product Width (mm) 83
    Product Height (mm) 134
    Outer Length (mm) 104
    Outer Width (mm) 83
    Outer Height (mm) 134
    Downloads

    Product Specification Sheet

    Product Manual

    Frequently Asked

    What is Zone 4 and does it cover my location?

    Zone 4 covers central England and Wales, approximately from Birmingham to Manchester across to the Welsh coast. The astro function uses Zone 4 sunrise/sunset times to automatically adjust switching throughout the year. If your location falls outside Zone 4, a different zone time switch is required for accurate daylight tracking.

    How does the optional early-off function work?

    The early-off function allows the programmed dawn switch-off time to be advanced by a set number of hours, switching the load off earlier than the calculated sunrise time. This reduces energy consumption in applications where lighting is not needed until full daybreak.

    What happens during a power cut?

    The 100-hour battery reserve maintains the programmed schedule and real-time clock during mains interruptions. When power is restored, the time switch resumes normal operation without needing to be reprogrammed.

    What is the 3-pin output used for?

    The 3-pin output is designed to switch contactor coils or relay coils in lighting control panels, rather than switching the lighting load directly. The 20A rating refers to the contact capacity, which is suitable for most standard contactors.

    Shipping & Returns

    Delivery UK delivery is £14.99, and delivery is free on all orders of £99 or more, in the UK and internationally.

    Returns If you change your mind, you have 14 days from delivery to tell us, and a further 14 days to send the goods back. Return postage for a change-of-mind return is paid by you. Change-of-mind returns are subject to an inspection and handling deduction. See our full returns policy.

    To arrange a return, call us on 020 8149 5199 or use our contact page.