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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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Q021305

IEC

Pushbutton-operation qualifier

A pushbutton qualifier identifies the actuation method of a contact or device. A pushbutton is the operating member, whereas NO, NC and changeover describe contact behaviour. One button can operate multiple contacts with different normal states.

Drawing use: Schematic
Application: Control circuits
Reference family: IEC / Manufacturer
Form evidence: Pushbutton-operation qualifier. Autodesk IEC-60617 Symbol Preview — Operating-device and function qualifiers; vendor family reference, not certified IEC geometry or database identifier.

A distinction that matters

A pushbutton actuator can operate several contact types; the qualifier alone does not identify them.

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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.

Full reference

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