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Position Switches

Position and limit switches are used to detect the position and
monitoring of moving parts in machinery and plants

Selection Guide
Selecting the ideal limit switch involves thoughtful consideration of the specific demands of the application and the surrounding environment.
Here are three fundamental steps taken when choosing a limit switch:

Step 1 Step 2
Select The Housing Type & Size Define the Operating Characteristics

• Decide if the switch will operate in harsh conditions like • Pick an actuation type: roller lever, plunger, or rotary based.
dust, water, or extreme temperatures. • Decide on contact configuration: normally open (NO),
• Account for spatial limitations when determining the normally closed (NC), or both.
mounting configuration. • Choose the desired contact action:
• Slow Action: This variation ensures a gradual state change
Step 3 as the actuator moves. It is particularly valuable in scenarios
Check Electrical Requirements: demanding precision.
• Snap Action: Characterized by a rapid switch between states
• Determine the preferred connection termination type,
with a distinct “snapping” action upon reaching a specific
such as screw or plug connectors, in accordance with
actuation point. This type of action provides a faster response
your needs.
and is often favoured for its definitive switching motion.
By thoughtfully navigating these three fundamental steps, you can confidently select a limit switch that aligns seamlessly with your application's
prerequisites, ensuring optimal performance and longevity.

Our Offering

Compact Position Switches Universal Position Switches

The compact PS116/PS215 series This range encompasses the 236 & M 330 Series.
position switches are aimed at The M330 fashions a robust metal enclosure, all
a wide variety of applications of which are suitable for position detection under
across all disciplines of extreme ambient conditions. These include types
mechanical engineering and plant with extended temperature ranges, covering
manufacturing as well as elevator applications at high temperatures in steel works
technology. It is used for determining or foundries, as well as applications at low
the position and monitoring of temperatures in cold store warehouses. The 236
movable components on machines Series enclosures, coated in a dual-component
and for protective equipment finish, protect the switches from oil, grease, salt
that can be moved laterally or is and acids in diluted concentrations.
rotatable. The protection classes
IP66 and IP67 form the requirements In the individual series, in addition to the various
for the use of position switches in standard actuators, there are also individual
adverse ambient conditions. actuating elements for different applications.

Heavy Duty Position Switches

This lineup includes the BS655 & BS656 series, U432 & U434 series, rotating spindle limit switches,
slack-wire switches, and belt alignment switches. The BS655 & BS656 series offer plastic or cast iron
enclosures, catering to different needs like port logistics, agriculture, mining, and bulk handling. The U432
& U434 Series, housed in durable metal enclosures, endure harsh conditions from steel works to cold stores.
Rotating spindle limit switches suit machine tools, cranes, and material handling with precise contact
switching. Slack-wire switches ensure safety by monitoring wire tension in material handling.
Belt alignment switches maintain conveyor alignment, while a 2-wire bus connection enhances
transparency for large setups.

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