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    10 Products

    Limit Switches

    Image of Attribute. Style A. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Limit Switches. Limit Switches, Plunger Actuator, Style A.
    Image of Attribute. Style B. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Limit Switches. Limit Switches, Roller Plunger Actuator, Style B.
    Image of Attribute. Style D. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Limit Switches. Limit Switches, Roller Lever Actuator, Style D.

    Style A

    Style B

    Style D

    Image of Attribute. Style E. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Limit Switches. Limit Switches, Roller Lever Actuator, Style E.
    Image of Attribute. Style F. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Limit Switches. Limit Switches, Rod Actuator, Style F.
    Image of Attribute. Style H. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Limit Switches. Limit Switches, Wobble Stick Actuator, Style H.

    Style E

    Style F

    Style H

    When a moving object contacts the actuator on these switches, they open or close a circuit. They have the rapid-closing action of a snap-acting switch, but with a larger actuator. This makes them a good choice for use with large objects—for instance, a box on a conveyor runs into the switch, stopping the conveyor.
    Plunger Actuator—Switches with a plunger actuator require a push to actuate, similar to a button.
    Roller Plunger Actuator—Switches with a roller plunger actuator have a roller that moves when an object pushes the actuator. This reduces friction during actuation to limit wear and tear on your switch.
    Roller Lever Actuator—Switches with a roller lever actuator use a lever with a roller at the end to activate. This allows parts to glide across the actuation surface with minimal friction, limiting wear and tear on your switch.
    Rod Actuator—Switches with a rod actuator use a rod extending out of the body to actuate, so they’ll activate even if an object is far away.
    Wobble Stick Actuator—Switches with a wobble stick actuator have an arm that rotates 360°, so you don’t need to align it in a specific direction. Since the actuator is flexible, it won’t snap if pushed backward. That makes these switches a great choice for systems that get jammed often.
    Styles E and F—Styles E and F let you adjust the actuator’s height to align it with your target.
    IP67 Enclosure Rating—Switches rated IP67 are protected against dust and temporary submersion.
    Housing
    Style
    No. of Circuits
    Controlled
    Switch Starting
    Position
    Switch
    Action
    Switch
    Designation
    Switching Current @ Voltage
    Max. Voltage
    Actuation Torque,
    in·ozf
    Operating
    Temp. Range, ° F
    Actuator
    Ht.
    No. of
    Terminals
    Lg.
    Ht.
    Dp.
    Housing
    Material
    Conduit
    Trade Size
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Each
    Plunger Actuator
     
    Screw-Terminal Wire Connection
    A11 Off or 1 On
    		Momentary
    		SPDT
    		10 amp @ 300V AC, 6 amp @ 24V DC300V AC
    250V DC    		—14 to 1761.1"41.6"2.7"1.6"Aluminum1/2
    		IP67
    		0000000000000
     
    Roller Plunger Actuator
     
    Screw-Terminal Wire Connection
    B11 Off or 1 On
    		Momentary
    		SPDT
    		10 amp @ 300V AC, 6 amp @ 24V DC300V AC
    250V DC    		—14 to 1761.6"41.6"2.7"1.6"Aluminum1/2
    		IP67
    		0000000000000
     
    Roller Lever Actuator
     
    Screw-Terminal Wire Connection
    D11 Off or 1 On
    		Momentary
    		SPDT
    		10 amp @ 300V AC, 6 amp @ 24V DC300V AC
    250V DC    		4814 to 1762.2"41.6"2.7"1.6"Aluminum1/2
    		IP67
    		0000000000000
    E11 Off or 1 On
    		Momentary
    		SPDT
    		10 amp @ 300V AC, 6 amp @ 24V DC300V AC
    250V DC    		4814 to 1761.7" to 4.2"41.6"2.7"1.6"Aluminum1/2
    		IP67
    		0000000000000
     
    Rod Actuator
     
    Screw-Terminal Wire Connection
    F11 Off or 1 On
    		Momentary
    		SPDT
    		10 amp @ 300V AC, 6 amp @ 24V DC300V AC
    250V DC    		50.614 to 1761.4" to 5.9"41.6"2.7"1.6"Aluminum1/2
    		IP67
    		0000000000000
     
    Wobble Stick Actuator
     
    Screw-Terminal Wire Connection
    H11 Off or 1 On
    		Momentary
    		SPDT
    		10 amp @ 300V AC, 6 amp @ 24V DC300V AC
    250V DC    		—14 to 1765.3"41.6"2.7"1.6"Aluminum1/2
    		IP67
    		0000000000000
     

    Compact Safety Limit Switches

    Image of Attribute. Style A. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Limit Switches. Compact Safety Limit Switches, Plunger Actuator, Style A.
    Image of Attribute. Style B. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Limit Switches. Compact Safety Limit Switches, Roller Plunger Actuator, Style B.

    Style A

    Style B

    Image of Attribute. Style D. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Limit Switches. Compact Safety Limit Switches, Roller Lever Actuator, Style D.
    Image of Attribute. Style E. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Limit Switches. Compact Safety Limit Switches, Roller Lever Actuator, Style E.

    Style D

    Style E

    Shorter and thinner than other safety limit switches, these are sized to fit tight spaces. They protect machinery and ensure the safety of personnel. Positive-force contacts open the circuit when actuated, even if a spring fails or the contacts stick. They send a signal to your circuit when an object hits the actuator—for instance, a box on a conveyor runs into the switch, stopping the conveyor. They open and close circuits as fast as snap-acting switches, but they have a bigger actuator for large objects. All are NEMA and IP rated for protection from washdowns.
    Plunger Actuator—Switches with a plunger actuator require a push to actuate, similar to a button.
    Roller Plunger Actuator—Switches with a roller plunger actuator have a roller that moves parallel to the mounting direction when an object pushes the actuator. This reduces friction during actuation to limit wear and tear on your switch.
    Roller Lever Actuator—Switches with a roller lever actuator use a lever with a roller at the end to activate. This allows parts to glide across the actuation surface with minimal friction, limiting wear and tear.
    Style E—Styles E and F have an actuator that allows you to adjust its height, making it easier to align the switch with the target during installation.
    NEMA 13 Enclosure Rating and IP67 Enclosure Rating—NEMA 13 and IP67 rated switches are protected from oil/coolant spraying and temporary submersion.
    Housing
    Style
    No. of Circuits
    Controlled
    Switch Starting
    Position
    Switch
    Action
    Switch
    Designation
    Switching Current @ Voltage
    Max. Voltage
    Actuation Torque,
    in·ozf
    Operating Temp.
    Range, ° F
    Actuator
    Ht.
    No. of
    Terminals
    Lg.
    Ht.
    Dp.
    Housing
    Material
    Conduit
    Trade Size
    Enclosure Rating
    Each
    Plunger Actuator
     
    Screw-Terminal Wire Connection
    A11 Off or 1 On
    		Momentary
    		SPDT
    		10 amp @ 300V AC, 10 amp @ 250V DC300V AC
    250V DC    		—-40 to 1850.7"41.2"2.6"1.2"Zinc1/2
    		NEMA 4, NEMA 13, IP66, IP67
    		0000000000000
     
    Roller Plunger Actuator
     
    Screw-Terminal Wire Connection
    B11 Off or 1 On
    		Momentary
    		SPDT
    		10 amp @ 300V AC, 10 amp @ 250V DC300V AC
    250V DC    		—-40 to 1851.1"41.2"2.6"1.2"Zinc1/2
    		NEMA 4, NEMA 13, IP66, IP67
    		0000000000000
     
    Roller Lever Actuator
     
    Screw-Terminal Wire Connection
    D11 Off or 1 On
    		Momentary
    		SPDT
    		10 amp @ 300V AC, 10 amp @ 250V DC300V AC
    250V DC    		17.6-40 to 1852.1"41.2"2.6"1.2"Zinc1/2
    		NEMA 4, NEMA 13, IP66, IP67
    		000000000000
    E11 Off or 1 On
    		Momentary
    		SPDT
    		10 amp @ 300V AC, 10 amp @ 250V DC300V AC
    250V DC    		17.6-40 to 1851.6" to 3.3"41.2"2.6"1.2"Zinc1/2
    		NEMA 4, NEMA 13, IP66, IP67
    		0000000000000
     
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