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Limit Switches
Limit Switches
All Rights Reserved © 2006 COPYRIGHT Matsushita Electric Works, Ltd. ARCT1B272E ’06.9
ARCT1B272E 200609-1YT Specifications are subject to change without notice. Printed in Japan.
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VL (AZ8)
PRODUCT TYPE
1. Standard type
Actuator Part No.
Push plunger AZ8111
Roller plunger AZ8112
Cross roller plunger AZ8122
Roller arm AZ8104
Adjustable roller arm AZ8108
Adjustable rod AZ8107
Flexible rod AZ8166
Spring wire AZ8169
Note) When ordering an overseas-specified product,refer to the “FOREIGN STANDARDS” given below.
3. With LED
Lamp rating
Lamp connection Actuator 12V DC 24 to 48V DC
Part No.
Push plunger AZ8111161 AZ811116
Roller plunger AZ8112161 AZ811216
Cross roller plunger AZ8122161 AZ812216
Roller arm AZ8104161 AZ810416
Spring type
Adjustable roller arm AZ8108161 AZ810816
Adjustable rod AZ8107161 AZ810716
Flexible rod AZ8166161 AZ816616
Spring wire AZ8169161 AZ816916
Push plunger AZ8111661 AZ811166
Roller plunger AZ81122661 AZ811266
Cross roller plunger AZ8122661 AZ812266
Roller arm AZ8104661 AZ810466
Lead wire type
Adjustable roller arm AZ8108661 AZ810866
Adjustable rod AZ8107661 AZ810766
Flexible rod AZ8166661 AZ816666
Spring wire AZ8169661 AZ816966
Notes) 1. LED rating 6V DC type is available. When ordering, add suffix 162(spring type) or 662(lead wire type) to the standard part No.
2.The 24 to 48V DC rated lamp is recommended for PC input use.
3. The roller arm and adjustable roller arm are available with metal rollers on a custom-made basis. Please inquire.
4. Option
Application Part No.
VL limit conduit adapter VL, VL with lamp, VL-T AZ8801
FOREIGN STANDARDS
Standard Applicable product Part No.
File No. : E122222
Ratings : 5A 250V AC
UL
Pilot duty B300 Order by standard part No. However,
Product type : Standard model, with neon lamp add “9” to the end of the part No. for the
File No. : E122222 model with neon lamp.
Ratings : 5A 250V AC
C-UL
Pilot duty B300
Product type : Standard model, with neon lamp
File No. : J9551203
TÜV Ratings : AC-15 2A/250V~ Order by standard part No.
Product type : Standard model only
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VL (AZ8)
SPECIFICATIONS
1. Rating
1) Standard type 2) Types with neon lamp and with LED
Load Resistive load Inductive load Rated control Resistive load Inductive load
(cos φ]1) (cos φ]0.4) Types (cos φ]1) (cos φ]0.4)
Rated control voltage voltage
125V AC 5A 3A 125V AC 5A 3A
With Neon lamp
250V AC 5A 2A 240V AC 5A 2A
125V DC 0.4A 0.1A With LED 24V DC 3A –
2. Characteristics
Contact arrangement 1 Form A 1 Form B
Initial contact resistance, max. 15mΩ (By voltage drop 6 to 8V DC at rated current)
Contact material Gold clad silver alloy (cadmium free)
Initial insulation resistance (At 500V DC) Min. 100MΩ
1,000Vrms for 1 min Between non-consecutive terminals 2,000Vrms for 1 min Between
Initial breakdown voltage
dead metal parts and each terminal 2,000Vrms for 1 min Between ground and each terminal
In the free position Max. 98m/s2 {10G}
Shock resistance max.
In the full operating position Max. 294m/s2{30G}
Vibration resistance Standard type: Max. 55Hz Type with indicator: 10 to 50Hz, double amplitude of 1.5mm
Mechanical 107 (at 120 cpm)
Expected life (Min. operations) Electrical 3105 (at rated resistive load) 5106 (Magnetic contactor FC-100 200V AC load)
Life of lamp Min. 2104 hours (Neon lamp type)
Ambient temperature/Ambient humidity –20 to +60°C –4 to +140°F/Max. 95%
Max. operating speed 120 cpm
3. EN60947-5-1 performance
Item Rating
Rated insulation voltage (Ui) 250VAC
Rated impulse withstand voltage (Uimp) 2.5kV
Switching overvoltage 2.5kV
Rated enclosed thermal current (Ithe) 5A
Conditional short-circuit current 100A
Short-circuit protection device 10A fuse
Protective construction IP64
Pollution degree 3
4. Operating characteristics
Characteristics Pretravel (P.T.), max. Movement Differential Overtravel (O.T.), min. Totaltravel (T.T.), min.
O.F. (N {gf}) max. R.F. (N {gf}) min.
Actuator mm inch (M.D.), max. mm inch mm inch mm inch
Push plunger
Roller plunger 8.83 {900} 1.47 {150} 1.5 .059 0.7 .028 4 .028 5.5 .217
Cross roller plunger
Roller arm 5.88 {600} 0.49 {50} 20° 10° 75° 95°
Adjustable roller arm 7.84 {800}~3.35 {342} 0.49 {50}~0.21 {21} 20° 10° 75° 95°
Adjustable rod 7.84 {800}~1.99 {203} 0.49 {50}~0.12 {12} 20° 10° 75° 95°
Flexible rod spring wire 0.88 {90} – 30 (1.181) – 20 (.787) 50 (1.969)
*Characteristics measured at bent condition: min. radius 100mm 3.937inch.
Notes) 1. Keep the total travel values in the specified range. Otherwise the actuator force may rise to several times the operating force, resulting in a mechanical failure or much shorter service life.
2. For the operating characteristics, refer to the TECHNICAL INFORMATION.
500
500
400
Terminal
300 13 14
200
0 0.5 1.0 3 5 50 260 700
100 NK HC HP HG VC-20 FC-10 FC-35 FC-100
30 Various relay loads (VA)
0 5 10
Load current, A 11 12
Note: The FC magnetic contactor series is 200V AC. The NK
is 2 Form C 24V DC type.
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VL (AZ8)
DIMENSIONS 7 .276 dia.
stainless steel plunger 3
.118
10.2
.402
10.2
.402
mm inch
Push plunger
PT 1.5max General
Standard type +0.2
2-4.1 0 dia.
tolerance:
4 4
AZ8111
mounting holes 26.5
1.043 .157 .157 ±0.4 ±.016
M36
20.4±0.3 2-M5 (P=0.8) tapped 2-M5 (P=0.8)
cover screw 7 .276 in depth 7 .276 in depth
.803±.012
mounting holes mounting holes
56±0.3 64 64
2.205±.012 2.520 2.520
Operation indicator
7.5±0.2 7.5±0.2
21±0.2 .295±.008 .295±.008
.827±.008 15.1 15.1
28 .594 .594 20.4±0.3
1.102 25 .803±.012
.984 30.3
1.193
Standard type With lamp
2-4.1
+0.2
dia. 38
0
1.496 4 4
mounting holes .157 .157
7.5±0.2 7.5±0.2
21±0.2 .295±.008 .295±.008
.827±.008 15.1 15.1
28 .594 .594 20.4±0.3
1.102 25 .803±.012
.984 30.3
1.193
Standard type With lamp
2-4.1
+0.2
dia. 38
0
1.496 4 4
mounting holes .157 .157
7.5±0.2 7.5±0.2
21±0.2 .295±.008 .295±.008
.827±.008 15.1 15.1
28 .594 .594 20.4±0.3
1.102 25 .803±.012
.984 30.3
1.193
Standard type With lamp
18 dia.7
Roller arm nylon roller
41.2±0.8
1.622±.031
45.2±0.8
1.780±.031 General
(Roller can be rotated 36.2±0.8 40.2±0.8
Standard type PT
20° m
ax and locked in any
position through 360°)
1.425±.031 1.583±.031 tolerance:
AZ8104 ±0.4 ±.016
10.2 10.2
.402 .402
0
M4 arm
R3
M36 20.4±0.3
cover screw .803±.012
56±0.3 64 64
2.205±.012 2.520 2.520
Operation indicator 2-M5 (P=0.8) tapped 2-M5 (P=0.8)
mounting holes mounting holes
2-M323
cover screw 14 14
.551 .551
7.5±0.2 7.5±0.2
21±0.2
15.1 .295±.008 15.1 .295±.008
.827±.008
28 .594 25 .594 20.4±0.3
1.102 38.1 .984 Standard type 30.3 .803±.012 With lamp
1.5 1.193
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VL (AZ8)
Adjustable rod 5.5
(44.9)
(1.768)
(44.9)
(1.768)
mm inch
.217
Standard type 36.3±0.8 36.3±0.8
1.429±.031 1.429±.031 General
AZ8107 PT20°
max 2.6 .102 dia. rod
(Roller can be rotated
and locked in any
tolerance:
position through 360°) ±0.4 ±.016
M4 rod fastening plate 10.2 10.2
screw with hexagonal holes .402 .402
Adjustable lenght of rod
(30-118)
7.5±0.2 7.5±0.2
21±0.2 .295±.008 .295±.008
.827±.008 15.1 15.1
28 .594 20.4±0.3 .594 20.4±0.3
1.102 25 .803±.012 30.3 .803±.012
.984 1.193
(44.9) (1.768) Standard type (44.9) (1.768) With lamp
Adjustable roller arm (Length of arm can be adjustable within 30 to 70mm 1.181 to 2.756inch by 1mm .039inch pitch)
47.7±0.8 47.7±0.8
Standard type 1.878±.031 1.878±.031
42.7±0.8 42.7±0.8
AZ8108 Adjustable lenght of arm
18 dia.7 nylon roller 33.5±0.8 1.681±.031 33.5±0.8 1.681±.031
(30-70)
(Roller can be rotated
and locked in any
1.319±.031 1.319±.031 General
0° max 28.5±0.8 28.5±0.8
PT2 position through 360°) 1.122±.031 1.122±.031 tolerance:
M4 arm fastening
plate screw with
hexagonal holes
±0.4 ±.016
10.2 10.2
.402 .402
Arm fastening plate
+0.2
2-4.1 0 dia. 18.5 18.5
mounting holes Mounting metal .728 Mounting metal .728
12.5
.492 M6 arm fastening M6 arm fastening
plate screw with plate screw with
M36 hexagonal holes hexagonal holes
cover screw 2-M5 (P=0.8)
7 .276 in depth
mounting holes
56±0.3 64 2-M5 (P=0.8) tapped 64
2.205±.012 2.520 7 .276 in depth 2.520
Operation indicator mounting holes
7.5±0.2 7.5±0.2
21±0.2 .295±.008 .295±.008
.827±.008 15.1 15.1
28 .594 20.4±0.3 .594 20.4±0.3
1.102 25 .803±.012 30.3 .803±.012
.984 1.193
(46.4) (1.827) Standard type (46.4) (1.827) With lamp
Flexible rod type (Should be used with less than 50mm 1.969inch of T.T.)
Standard type 10.2
.402
10.2
.402
AZ8166
PT 30 max
3 dia. 3 dia.
General
.118 .118
tolerance:
Weight: 112g Nylon rod Nylon rod ±0.4 ±.016
41.5
1.634
100±1.5
3.937±.059
+0.2
2-4.1 0 dia.
mounting holes 4 4
.157 .157
51.5
2.028
100±1.5
3.937±.059
+0.2
2-4.1 0 dia.
mounting holes 4 4
.157 .157
OPTION mm inch
VL Limit Conduit Adapter
t=7 max.
.276
AZ8801
Applicable wire 56
13/64
Electric wire name Finished outside diameter (Same as with the
VL limit switch)
Vinyl cabtire cord (VCTF) 8.7 to 11 dia.
Vinyl cabtire cable (VCT) .343 to .433 dia. 23
.906 18
.709 Part A
(Tighten up
with no gap)
21 14.8
(A set of mounting hex. socket screws is supplied.) .827 .583
28 27.8
1.102 1.094
(Same as with the
VL limit switch)
(Front) (Side)
Note: Diagram shows adapter when installed to an AZ8104.
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VL (AZ8)
LAMP LIGHTING CIRCUIT
1. Spring type
1) When connecting load to N.O. side: 2) When connecting load to N.C. side: 3) When connecting loads to both N.O.
When the switch is at free position, the When connecting switch is at free posi- and N.C. sides: Same as in 1).
lamp is lit, and when the switch operates, tion, the lamp turns off, and when the (Use the lamp holder in the same condi-
the lamp turns off. (Use the lamp holder switch operates, the lamp is lit. tion as when it was at the time of ship-
in the same condition as when it was at (Use the lamp holder, changing it direc- ment. In this case, it is impossible to use
the time of shipment.) tion by 180°.) it, changing its direction by 180°.)
(With neon lamp) (With LED) (With neon lamp) (With LED) (With neon lamp) (With LED)
Neon lamp Resistor LED Resistor Built-in switch LED Resistor Neon lamp Resistor LED Resistor
13 14 13 14 13 14
N.O. Load N.O. N.O. Load
N.C.
N.C. Load N.C.
11 12
N.O. Load N.O. Load Load N.O. Load
11 12 13 14 13 14 11 12 13 14
Built-in switch Resistor
Built-in switch
~
~
~
AC power source Load AC power source Load
11 12 AC power source 11 12 11 12
– +
– + – +
DC power source
DC power source DC power source
both N.C. side and N.O. side. when load is turned off, the lamp goes N.C.
11 12
out.)
Built-in switch
• More loads than for one circuit cannot
be controlled. – +
• There is no leakage current. DC power source
M4 .157 tap
(P=0.7) mounting nut M5 .197 mounting screw
4-4.5 .177 dia. 4-5.5 .217 dia.
M4 .157 M4 .157
mouting screw mounting screw
56±0.2 56±0.3 56±0.3
2.205±.008 2.205±.012 2.205±.012
Depth of screw holes > 15mm .591inch Thickness of panel < 5mm .197inch Length of bolt < panel thickness t+7mm .276inch
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VL (AZ8)
WIRING (unit: mm inch)
1. Insulation distance greater than Applicable fasten terminal Fasten terminal
6.4 mm N.C. use N.O. use
Max. 6.4 .252 Max. 6.4 .252 Max. 6.4 .252
Reinforced plastic with superior electrical 3.0 to 3.7 dia. 32 1.260
.118 to .146
insulation characteristics is used in the 16 .630
Terminal
Projection (8 locations) screw Grounding terminal
Groove (8 points)
Spring (4 locations)
Terminal
washer
Head block direction
Applicable wire change
(Roller arm, adjustable roller arm, adjustable rod types)
Applicable wire
Wire name
Wire-strand Conductor Finished outside diameter Actuator heads
2-wire 0.75mm2·1.25mm2 may be moved
Vinyl cabtire cord (VCTF) 3-wire 2.0mm2 Lock screw (Black)
4-wire 0.75mm2·1.25mm2 Round shape in 90° incre-
Vinyl cabtire cable (VCT) 2-wire 0.75mm2 6 dia. to 9 dia. ments to any of
1.0 dia. to 1.2 dia. Flat shape Max. 9.4 four directions,
600V vinyl insulation sealed cable
2-wire
(VVF) 1.6 dia. by removing
one screw.
CAUTIONS
1. Over travel (O.T.) • Use where inflammable or corrosive 9) When used outdoors (in places where
1) When overtravel is too large, life is gases exist. there is exposure to direct sunlight or
shortened due to possible damage to the 3) Use within an ambient temperature of rain such as in multistory car parks) or in
mechanism. Please use in the following –20 to +60°C –4 to +140°F. (However, environments where ozone is generated,
appropriate range. do not allow it to freeze.) the influence of these environments may
Types Overtravel 4) In order to maintain the reliability at a cause deterioration of the rubber materi-
Plunger 1.5 to 2.0mm high level under practical conditions of al. Please consult us if you intend to use
(AZ8111, 8112, 8122) .059 to .079inch use, the actual operating conditions a switch in environments such as these.
Roller Arm 20 to 30° should be checked for the benefit of the 10) Do not store in places where organic
(AZ8104, 8107, 8108)
Flexible Rod 15 to 20mm .591 to quality of the product. gas might be generated or in places of
(AZ8166, 8169) .787inch (at the top)
5) If OT is too big, the life of limit switch high dust content or high humidity.
2. Ambient conditions will be shortened switching friction. Use it 3. Installation
1) Because these switches are not of with enough margin of OT. 70% of OT 1) Tighten the three cover installation
immersion protected construction, their standard value will be good for use. screws equally. Tightening torque is 0.2
use in water or oil should be avoided. 6) Do not use the switch in a silicon to 0.29 N·m (2 to 3 kg·cm).
Also, locations where water or oil can atmosphere. Case should be taken 2) Avoid having extra cord length pushed
normally impinge upon the switch or where organic silicon rubber, adhesive, into the cord vent. Any extra length when
where there is an excessive accumula- sealing material, oil, grease or lead wire wiring should be allowed to rest in its
tion of dust should be avoided. generates silicon. natural position.
2) The use of these switches under the 7) When wiring, do not connect the lead
following conditions should be avoided. If wires directly to the terminals, but use
the following conditions should become the crimp terminals and tighten them to a
necessary, we recommend consulting us torque of 0.39 to 0.59 N·m {4 to 6
first. kg·cm}.
• Use where there will be direct contact 8) Avoid use in excessively dusty envi-
with organic solvents, strong acids or ronments where actuator operation
alkalis, or direct exposure to their vapors. would be hindered.
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4. Lamp holder 5. Spring type
1) As shown in the photograph, wrench a 1) When loads are connected to both
minus-driver in the gap between the N.O. and N.C. only the indicatin at non-
cover and the part of the indicator holder operation time can be used.
indicated by the arrow in the direction of 2) Take special care not to damage or
insertion, and raise the lamp a little. deform the contact spring during change
2) After removing the indicator holder, of indicator holder direction or during
insert it in the reverse direction, and connection work.
push it in until a snap is heard. 3) In the case of VL limit switch with
3) After changing the direction of the neon lamp, if the lamp is connected in
indicator holder, put the cover on it in series in a 100V circuit, the lamp ceases
such a way that the spring touches the to be lighted.
top of the terminal screw. However, for a 200V circuit, up to 2
(Unless the spring rests completely on lamps can be connected in series.
the terminal screw, distortion of the 6. Lead type
spring, failure in lighting of the lamp or 1) When loads are connected to both
short circuit may result.) N.O. and N.C. indication can be given on
both N.O. and N.C. sides, but it is impos-
sible to connect the indication circuit to
the load in series and parallel.
Driver
Spring
Lamp
holder
Cover
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SELECTOR CHART
Classification Subminiature size Compact size
Appearance
AZH20 AZH10
Head code 22AZ3 AZH23 12 AZ7 AZ7
• A limit switch with • High sealability that • High sealability that • Bifurcated type • Switches installed • An ML compact limit
high-density mounting satisfies IEC IP67. satisfies IEC IP67. available. with both economical switch with an
that improves stroke • Wiring is screw-ter- • Less wiring, less • Perfect for applica- and compact Z-basic epoxy-sealed case
capacity through an minal type. installation connec- tions that prioritize microswitches and that completely
Feature
O.T. absorption-type • Bifurcated type also tor type. economy. limit switch protective encloses the
spring. available. • LED lamp type also construction. terminal.
• LED lamp type also available. • Coil spring system
available. provides long life.
With lamps Protective construction
Available
actuators
Wiring Cabtire code Cabtire code Cabtire code Cabtire code Cabtire cable Cabtire cable
Cross-angled wiring
Mounting pitch 28 14mm 33mm 1.299inch 33mm 1.299inch 33mm 1.299inch 25.4mm 1.000inch 25.4mm 1.000inch
(Applicable screw) 1.102 .551inch (M4 screw) (M4 screw) (M4 screw) (M4 screw) (M4 screw)
(M4 screw)
Available standards UL, CSA UL, CSA, TÜV, CE UL, CSA, TÜV, CE UL, CSA, TÜV, CE UL, C-UL, TÜV, CE –
Page P.13 P.18 P.18 P.18 P.33 P.33
Note: Excludes limit switch replacement parts
Actuators
Push plunger Roller plunger Cross-roller plunger Roller arm Adjustable roller arm Adjustable rod Fork
Spring wire Flexible rod Hinge lever Roller lever One-way roller lever Roller lever
Short
Short
Short
Long Long
Long
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Subminiature size
Classification Compact size vertical type Vertical type Touch type Door switch
vertical type
QL (AZ4) Micro DL (AZD1) Mini VL (AZ8) Mini AZ5 VL-T Mini Touch Compact
Product name Magnelimit
Limit Switches Limit Switches Limit Switches Limit Switches Limit Switches Magnelimit
Appearance
Available
actuators
Free attachment
Available standards UL, CSA UL, C-UL, TÜV, CE UL, C-UL, TÜV, CE UL – UL, C-UL UL, C-UL, CE
Page P.38 P.44 P.52 P.61 P.68 P.72 P.74
Notes: 1) Excludes exposed part of terminals, externally mounted components, and magnet catches.
2) Figures in parentheses ( ) indicate rated current of water-resistant type.
Appearance
AN9
Detector distance 2.5mm .098inch
Page P.76
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ACTUATOR SELECTION
Pretravel Overtravel Operating Vibration
Type Classification Accuracy Characteristics
(P.T.) (O.T.) force (O.F.) shock
Adjustable roller Small to Good to Lever length can be altered to allow rough operation
Large Medium Good
arm type large excellent detection using the roller lever characteristics.
Roller lever type Medium Medium Medium Possible Possible The roller position can be changed.
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TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Standard glossary CONSTRUCTION OPERATING CHAR-
• Fixed rating values • Actuator ACTERISTICS
The values that guarantee the stan- This part directly detects movement
dards for the limit switch characteris- of the dog, cam, and so forth in the • Operating Force (O.F.)
tics and functions. For example, the operating unit, and transmits external The force required to cause contact
rated current and rated voltage, force to the changeover mechanism, snap-action. It is expressed in terms
which are preset conditions (load thereby engaging the moveable con- of force applied to the actuator.
type, current, voltage, frequency, tact and operating the switch. • Release Force (R.F.)
etc.) The force to be applied to the actua-
• Headblock
tor, at the moment contact snaps
• Operating object An independent part of the actuator
back from the operated position to
The mechanism and mountings that mechanism of the Limit Switch.
operate the limit switch actuator. unoperated position.
Used for mechanical operators
• Wiring vent (cord vent)
• Pretravel (P.T.)
The seal on the wiring at the mouth
such as cams and dogs. of the wiring vent. Also called the Distance of the actuator movement
from free position to operating posi-
• Detective object conduit vent for the screw hole used
tion.
The unit other than mechanical in the wiring.
mountings that operate the limit
• Terminals • Overtravel (O.T.)
switch. Products, parts, jigs, etc. The part of the wiring work in the The distance which the actuator is
permitted to travel after actuation
• Reaction spring (movable spring) wiring that forms the circuit for elec-
without any damage to the switching
The mechanical part that switches trical input and output.
the limit switch contact is called mechanism.
either the reaction spring or the • Total Travel (T.T.)
moveable spring. The distance which the actuator is
permitted to travel from free position
• Contact Roller
Head block without any damage to the switching
When the counter-spring revolves, Actuator Arm Cam
power is switched on and off through mechanism.
Roller
the contact between metal parts Plunger • Movement Differential (M.D.)
The distance from operating to
• Contact gap Reset spring
Pushbutton release position of the actuator.
The effective clearance between the
fixed contact and the moveable con- • Operating Position (O.P.)
tact. Also called breaking distance. The position of the actuator when the
traveling contact snaps to the fixed
• Contact arrangement
contact.
The construction of the electrical Front view
P.T. P.T.
[1 Form Z(Double Break Double Make)]
O.T. O.T.
M.D. M.D.
N.O. N.O.
R.P. R.P.
• Contact type
Used in opposition to a semiconduc-
tor switch that has switching charac-
teristics. Fulfills switch functions
through a mechanical ON/OFF con- R.F.
tact. O.F. R.T.
P.T. M.D.
• Terminal mold O.T.T.F. T.T.
After wiring, the connecting part is F.P.
O.P.
molding by epoxy resin for water- R.P.
proof, oil-resistant and dust-proof
capabilities. Standard position
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TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Glossary relating to the EN60947-5-1
• EN60947-5-1 • Rated impulse withstand voltage • Pollution degree
EN standard same as IEC947-5-1 (Uimp) Expresses in levels the environment
The peak impulse current value in which the switch is used. The four
• Utilization categories
which enables the switch to resist levels are shown below.
The following examples express the
classification of switches by category without insulation breakdown. Limit switches come under contami-
nation level 3.
of use. • Rated enclosed thermal current
(Ithe)
Current The current value that enables cur- Pollution
Category Contents Contents
type degree
rent to flow without exceeding the
Controls electromagnetic specified maximum temperature in No contamination or, even if conta-
AC AC-15 loads in excess of 72VA 1 mination is present, only non-con-
(Volt Amperes.)
the recharging contact switch. If the ducting contamination is generated.
pins are made of brass, the maxi-
Controls resistance Normally, only non-conducting cont-
DC DC-12 loads and semiconductor
mum temperature limit is 65°C 149°F. amination is generated, but there
loads. • Conditional short circuit current 2 remains the possibility of temporary
conducting contamination when the
The current the switch can resist circuit is formed.
• Rated operational voltage (Ue) until the short circuit protection
device is activated.
Conducting contamination is gener-
The maximum rated voltage for 3
ated, or else dry non-conducting
switch operation. This must never
exceed the maximum ratings insula-
• Short circuit protection device contamination is generated by cir-
cuits which can be anticipated.
A device that protects the switch
tion voltage (Ui). Permanent conducting contamina-
from short circuits through a circuit 4 tion is generated by dust, rain,
• Rated operational current (Ie) break (breakers, fuses, etc.) snow, and other conductors.
The maximum rated current for
switch operation.
• Switching overvoltage
The surge momentarily generated
• Rated insulation voltage (Ui) when a circuit is closed. Must be
lower than the Uimp value.
The maximum rated current value
which guards the switch’s insulation
functions, forming the parameters for
the resistance values and the mount-
ing distance.
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PROTECTIVE CONSTRUCTION
Protective construction
Expresses the degree of protective construction that guards the level of functionability of the switch against ingress of solid
objects, water, and oil. The standards are IEC529 (IEC: International Electrotechnical Commission) standards. IEC standards
determine the level of protection against both water and solid objects, but not against oil.
0 — No particular protection
3 Rain-proof
No damage incurred when sprayed with water
continuously for 10 minutes at angles of up to 60°
from the perpendicular.
4 Foam-proof
No damage incurred when sprayed with water
Protection continuously for 10 minutes at angles of up to 180°
against water from the perpendicular across a wide area.
Corrosion-
7
proof
1m
6 Dust-proof
The unit is left for 8 hours in an atmosphere in which
2kg of talcum powder per 1m3 is floating. The talcum
powder does not penetrate the inside.
Note: 1. All of the tests cited above were conducted with the cord vent (conduit vent) tightly shut.
2. The above protective constructions are based on IEC standard but major differences may arise due to length of use and operating environment.
This should be thoroughly discussed and verified.
3. When the corrosion-proof model is immersed in water for 30 minutes or more, verify that no water has penetrated the inside before use.
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CAUTIONS FOR USE
DESIGN OF OPERATING DOG AND OPERATING SPEED
Pay attention to the following points 3) 0.5m/s ! V&2m/s 5) Roller plunger type
when designing the dog for limit switch
α α α
operation. V
h
1. Make the dog faceplate as smooth h
as possible. F
2. Adjust both the dog angle and the
set arm angle as below, depending on θo
the operating speed. α Vmax (m/s) h
3. The depth (h) of the dog effects the α Vmax (m/s)
20° 0.5 (0.5 to 0.7) T.T.
lifespan of the limit switch. Therefore, 40° 0.7
set the depth to a maximum of 80% of 30° 0.25 (0.6 to 0.8) T.T.
35° 0.9
the Total Travel (T.T.) Even if overriding the dog, set the for-
4. The relationship between the speed 30° 1.3
wards and rearwards motion exactly
of the dog (V = m/s) and the tip angle 25° 2.0 the same, and avoid any settings that
(α) is as follows: make the actuator accelerate rapidly
The maximum tolerable speed can be
1) V&0.2m/s extended by further reducing the dog from the dog.
rise angle from 45° when 0.5m/s ! 5. Operation speed
α = 45° to 90°
V&2m/s. It is necessary to set the arm 1) When the operation (acting and
V
h so that the dog’s cutting surfaces are reverting) speed is exceedingly slow,
always parallel (θ o = 90°– α) switching of the contacts will become
unstable and this could cause prob-
4) Overriding the dog (V&0.2m/s) lems such as failure to make contact
and welding. As a guide, the speed
α α
α Vmax (m/s) should be at least 1mm/s.
45° 0.2
h 2) When the operation (acting and
reverting) speed is exceedingly fast,
60° 0.1 be careful because the violent motion
60 to 90° 0.05 could cause breakage and with
When V&0.2m/s, set the arm to per- increased frequency, contact switching
α Vmax (m/s)
pendicular and set the arm rise angle will not be able to keep up. As a guide,
45° 0.2 the switching frequency should be
to between 45° and 90°. If the dog rise
angle is reduced, the maximum tolera- 60° 0.1 within 20 times per minute.
ble speed is increased. 60 to 90° 0.05
As a rule, α = 45° is optimum.
If overriding the dog, set the arm per-
2) V&0.5m/s pendicularly, so that α =45°. If the dog
angle is reduced, the tolerable speed
α = 45°
V is increased.
h
θ o = 45°
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CAUTIONS FOR USE
PROTECTION CIRCUIT
1. The ON/OFF circuit for the guidance 2. Do not connect either irregular poles 3. Avoid circuits where power may find
load may suffer contact damage due to or power sources to a switch contact. a way between the contact points (as
surges or inrushes when the power is Power connection examples (irregular this may cause welding.)
turned either ON or OFF. pole connection)
NO GOOD
Consequently, insertion of a protective NO GOOD
circuit as per the following diagram is Load
recommended, in order to protect the L
contacts.
~
L 200V
~
Circuit Cautions for use
100V
Limit switch contact (1) r must be a minimum Load
of 10Ω; Load
GOOD
(2) When using AC power:
Q Impossible when R L 4. Using electronic switch circuits (low
impedance is large. power, low current)
r c R W Possible when c, r
impedance is suffi- 1) Bouncing and chattering are gener-
ciently small com- ated due to collision between the con-
pared with R imped- Load tacts when the limit switch is switching
ance.
Load connected to same pole
between them, and this sometimes
Limit switch contact
Can be used with both Example of unsuitable power connec- causes such problems as white noises
AC and DC as appro- and error pulses in both the electronic
r priate. tion (abnormal power connection)
circuit and the reverberation equip-
R r~R Risk of AC and DC being mixed.
c
C: 0.1 µF Load ment.
NO GOOD
L
2) If the generation of bouncing and
Limit switch contact chattering becomes a problem, it is
AC
(1) Dedicated DC use. necessary to consider installing a CR
Diode
(2) AC is impossible circuit or other absorption circuit given
R
DC
the circuit design.
3) This is particularly necessary when
Limit switch contact
high contact reliability is needed, and
Can be used with both
AC and DC as appro- is unsuitable for silver contact switch-
ZNR
Varistor R priate.
Load
es. Switches with gold contacts pos-
sess excellent performance.
L
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CAUTIONS FOR USE
CAUTIONS FOR USE
1) Do not attempt to physically alter 7) Do not apply unreasonable force to 12) Long term storage (including dur-
any part of the switch itself, such as the actuator, as this may result in dam- ing transport) in high temperature or
the actuator, or switch attachment age and impaired movement. high humidity environments or where
vent, as this may cause alterations to 8) The switch, if dropped, may break the atmosphere contains organic or
both characteristics and performance, due to excessive vibration and impact. sulfide gas, will cause sulfide or oxide
and damage the insulation. Therefore, please use extra caution membrane to form on the contact sur-
2) Do not pour any lubricants such as when transporting and installing. faces. This in turn will cause unstable
oil or grease onto the moving parts of 9) Condensation inside the switch may or failed contacting that may lead to
the actuator, as there is a possibility occur if there are rapid ambient tem- functional malfunction. Please verify
that this will cause a malfunction due perature changes when the switch is in the atmosphere when storing and
to seepage into the inside, and impair a high temperature and humidity. transporting.
the motion. Silicon-based grease in Since this occurs easily during marine 13) Packaging should be designed to
particular affects the contact points transport, be extra cautious of what the reduce as much as possible the poten-
badly. environment will be when shipping. tial influence of humidity, organic gas,
3) If the switches are not to be used for Condensation is the phenomenon in and sulfide gas, etc.
an extended period of time, their con- which water vapor condenses into 14) Please avoid sudden changes in
tact reliability may be reduced due to switch-adhering water droplets when temperature. This is a cause of switch
oxidation of the contact points. the temperature rapidly drops in a deformation and encourages the seal
Because accidents may result from the high-temperature, high-humidity structure to breathe, which may lead to
impaired conductivity, always imple- atmosphere or when the switch is seal failure and operational malfunc-
ment a check beforehand. quickly moved from a low temperature tion.
4) Prolonged continuous use of the location to a place of high temperature 15) If installing a thermoplastic resin
switch hastens deterioration of the and high humidity. It is the cause of case, the use of a spring washer tight-
parts (especially the seal rubber) and insulation deterioration and of rust. ened directly against the case will
may cause a malfunction in the 10) Be careful of freezing in tempera- cause the case to collapse and
release. For this reason, always imple- tures below 0°C. Freezing is the phe- become damaged. Therefore, please
ment a check beforehand. nomenon in which moisture adhering add a flat washer before tightening.
5) Usage in the vicinity of either the to the switch from condensation or Also, be careful not to install if the
switch operating position (O.P.) or the when in unusually high-humidity envi- case is being twisted.
release position (R.P.) results in unsta- ronments freezes onto the switch 16) For the purpose of improving quali-
ble contacts. If using the NC contact when the temperature drops below the ty, materials and internal structure may
point, set the actuator to return to the freezing point. Please extra caution be changed without notice.
free position (F.P.) Also, is using the because freezing can lock moving 17) When used outdoors (in places
NO contact point, hold the ratings val- parts, cause operational delays, or where there is exposure to direct sun-
ues down to 70 to 100% for the over- interfere with conductivity when there light or rain such as in multistory car
travel (O.T.) is ice between the contacts. parks) or in ambient temperature envi-
6) If the actuator is forced beyond its 11) In low-temperature, low-humidity ronments where ozone is generated,
total travel (T.T.), the internal mecha- conditions, plastic becomes brittle and the influence of these environments
nism may be damaged. Always use the rubber and grease harden, which may cause deterioration of the rubber
within the T.T. may lead to malfunction. material. Please consult us if you
intend to use a switch in such environ-
ments.
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IMPROVEMENT EXAMPLES
Poor design Improved design Explanation
@ Detector
Printer
Detector
Problem • The detector sinks, applying force
to the limit switch.
r
• The limit switch O.T. cannot be set.
Solution • Relieve the pressure using an
Conveyer Rotation axle additional actuator, and the O.T.
Conveyer can also be set.
Limit
@ Protective cover
switch faces upwards, water droplets
and so forth can easily penetrate the
interior.
• The cord is constantly moving and
r thus easily damaged.
Solution • Fix the limit switch position on the
stationary board.
• Fit a protective cover, so that water
and oil cannot come into direct con-
tact with the limit switch.
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IMPROVEMENT EXAMPLES
@ Detector
Dumper
Problem • The detector is scratched.
• Limit attachment adjustments are
difficult
• The actuator is damaged.
Conveyer r • Specimen transfer is impeded.
Solution • Fix the limit position to behind the
dumper to solve the above prob-
lems.
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Table of Recommended Substitute Products for Discontinued Products
Products to be discontinued Recommended substitute products Page
New slitted type Limit switches (AZ66) ML (AZ7) Limit switches P.33
AZ2∗∗∗ AZ7∗∗∗
AZ6∗∗∗ AZ7∗∗∗
AZ66∗∗∗ AZ7∗∗∗
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FOREIGN STANDARDS OVERVIEW
1. International Standards 3. Europe
IEC standard EN standard
International Electrotechnical Commission European Standards/Norme Europeennee
By promoting international cooperation toward all (France)/Europaishe Norm (Germany)
problems and related issues regarding Abbreviation for European Standards. A unified
standardization in the electrical and electronic standard enacted by CEN/CENELEC (European
technology fields, the IEC, a non-governmental Standards Committee/European Electrical
organization, was started in October, 1908, for the Standards Committee). EU and EFTA member
purpose of realizing mutual understanding on an nations employ the content of the EN standards into
international level. To this end, the IEC standard their own national standards and are obligated to
was enacted for the purpose of promoting abolish those national standards that do not agree
international standardization. with the EN standards.
Fig. 6
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SAFETY STANDARDS RECOGNITION
Limit switches
UL recognized CSA certified TÜV approval
Product name
File No. Approved ratings File No. Approved ratings File No. Approved ratings
SL limit switches E122222 4A 250V AC LR55880 4A 250V AC – –
5A 250V AC 5A 250V AC
Dies-cast case standard load type DC-12 1A 30V-
Pilot duty B300 Pilot duty B300
J9650514
Die-cast case low level load type
0.1A 30V DC 0.1A 30V DC DC-12 0.1A 30V-
HL limit (includes connector type)
E122222 LR55880
switches 5A 250V AC 5A 250V AC AC-15 2A 250V~
Plastic case standard load type
Pilot duty B300 Pilot duty B300 DC-12 1A 30V-
J9650515
Plastic case low level load type 0.1A 30V DC 0.1A 30V DC DC-12 0.1A 30V-
E122222
Standard type E122222 10A 250V AC 10A 250V AC J9551204 AC-15 2A 250V~
ML limit (C-UL)
switches Epoxy-sealed terminal type – – – – – –
With lamp – – – – – –
QL limit switches E122222 5A 250V AC LR55880 5A 250V AC – –
VL limit Standard type 5A 250V AC E122222 5A 250V AC J9551203 AC-15 2A 250V~
E122222
switches With neon lamp Pilot duty B300 (C-UL) Pilot duty B300 – –
6A 380V AC E122222 6A 380V AC
DL limit switches E122222 J9551205 AC-15 2A 250V~
Pilot duty A300 (C-UL) Pilot duty A300
10A 1/2HP 125V AC
Vertical limit switches E99838 – – – –
6A 1/2HP 250V AC
E43149
Standard type 5A 250V AC 5A 250V AC – –
Compact (C-UL)
E43149
Magnelimit E43149
Water-resistant type 2A 250V AC 2A 250V AC – –
(C-UL)
5A 250V AC E122222 5A 250V AC
Magnelimit E122222 – –
Pilot duty B300 (C-UL) Pilot duty B300
CE MARKINGS OVERVIEW
Limit switches conforming to EN/IEC standards The EN standards were established as
The limit switches shown below conform to both EN and IEC standards, and may dis- universal EU standards in order to facili-
play the CE markings. tate EU directives. These standards
were merged with the international IEC
Product classification Product name Suitable standard Approving body File No. standards and henceforth reflect the
HL EN60947-5-1 TÜV J9650514/J9650515 standards in all countries. Also, the CE
ML EN60947-5-1 TÜV J9551204
markings show that products conform to
Limit switches VL EN60947-5-1 TÜV J9551203
EC directives, and guarantee the free
DL EN60947-5-1 TÜV J9551205
Magnelimit EN60947-5-1 – –
flow of products within the EC.
Note: Refer to the page for each individual product for detailed approval conditions and approved types. Moreover, the HL limit
switch alone does not display the CE mark as standard. If the CE mark is necessary, add (CE) to the end of the part No.
when ordering.
Appropriate EC directives
for control equipment
What are EN standards? CE markings and EC products
An abbreviation of Norme Europeenne
(in French), and called European
directives The main EC directives that are to do
The world’s largest single market, the with machinery and electrical equipment
Standards in English. Approval is by vote
European Community (EC) was born on are the machinery directive, the EMC
among the CEN/CENELEC member
1 January 1993 (changing its name to directive, the low voltage directive, and
countries, and is a unified standards lim-
EU in November 1993. It is now always the telecom directive. Although these
ited to EU member countries, but the
expressed as EU, apart from EC direc- directives have already been issued, the
contents conform to the international
tives.) EU member country products date of their enactment is different for
ISO/IEC standards.
have always had their quality and safety each one. The machinery directive was 1
If the relevant EN standard does not
guaranteed according to the individual January 1995. The EMC directive was 1
exist, it is necessary to obtain approval
standards of each member country. January 1996, and the low voltage direc-
based on the relevant IEC standard or, if
However, the standards of each country tive was enacted from 1 January 1997.
the relevant IEC standard does not exist,
being different prevented the free flow of The telecom directive was established by
the relevant standard from each country,
goods within the EU. For this reason, in the separate CTR (Common Technology
such as VDE, BS, SEMKO, and so forth.
order to eliminate non-tariff barriers due references.)
to these standards, and to maximize the
merits of EU unification, the EC direc-
tives were issued concomitant to the
birth of the EU.
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