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Compare the meaning, drawing context and source references of two entries. A similar graphic or shared abbreviation does not establish equivalence.

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Q021218

IEC

Engaged mechanical coupling

This indication identifies engagement between the represented mechanical elements. The represented elements share the documented motion-transmission relationship in the engaged state. That state says nothing by itself about supply energisation or electrical contact position.

Drawing use: Schematic
Application: Control circuits
Reference family: IEC / Manufacturer
Form evidence: Engaged mechanical coupling. Autodesk IEC-60617 Symbol Preview — Mechanical coupling qualifiers; vendor family reference, not certified IEC geometry or database identifier.

A distinction that matters

Different published graphical forms for the same engagement are kept in one concept record.

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Coil

Symbols

Relay coil

A relay coil represents an operating element that changes the state of associated contacts when the device operates. Coil and contact representations are often drawn in different locations to make the circuit easier to read. Their shared identifier and cross-references establish the relationship.

Drawing use: Schematic
Application: Control circuits
Reference family: IEC / IEEE / ANSI

A distinction that matters

A relay coil is not a contactor power pole. Similar operating-element marks can represent equipment with different switching duties.

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