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Understand the difference.

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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Q020401R

IEC

One-way linear-motion qualifier

A linear-motion qualifier identifies movement or force in one documented direction. The arrow describes a mechanical movement or force along a line. The same logical relationship can be drawn in another orientation without changing the mechanism.

Drawing use: Schematic
Application: Control circuits
Reference family: IEC / Manufacturer
Form evidence: One-way linear-motion qualifier. Autodesk IEC-60617 Symbol Preview — Linear force and motion qualifiers; vendor family reference, not certified IEC geometry or database identifier.

A distinction that matters

Rotating the same motion indication does not create another engineering function.

Full reference

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.

Full reference

Original educational previews. Follow the source references on each full entry for the appropriate standard or selected product.