1SBV049311R1000 ABB LSTE11 Limit Switch Operating Head

Why Choose the ABB LSTE11 Limit Switch Operating Head?

The ABB LSTE11, order code 1SBV049311R1000, is a rectilinear-motion limit switch operating head with actuator designed for use with compatible ABB LS40M, LS43M and LS45M modular metal limit switch bodies. It provides the mechanical actuation interface required to convert direct machine movement into operation of the associated limit switch contact block.

The LSTE11 features a stainless steel plain plunger designed to be actuated from the end. This straightforward rectilinear actuator arrangement is suitable for applications where a moving machine component approaches the switch directly and depresses the plunger to indicate a defined position or end-of-travel point.

With a maximum actuation speed of 0.5 m/s and a compact modular design, the LSTE11 is suitable for replacement, maintenance and configuration of ABB LS series limit switch assemblies. The operating head itself weighs approximately 0.077 kg and can be combined with an appropriate ABB metal limit switch body and contact block to create a complete switching assembly.

Key Advantages

• Stainless steel plain plunger provides robust direct mechanical actuation.
• Designed for rectilinear movement and end actuation.
• Maximum actuation speed of 0.5 m/s.
• Compatible with modular ABB LS40M, LS43M and LS45M metal limit switch bodies.
• Suitable for replacement and maintenance of compatible ABB LS limit switch assemblies.
• Compact modular construction supports configurable machine-control installations.
• Genuine ABB operating head for industrial position and travel detection applications.

Key Features

• ABB LSTE11 limit switch operating head.
• ABB order code 1SBV049311R1000.
• Rectilinear-motion head with actuator.
• Stainless steel plain plunger.
• End-actuated operating principle.
• Maximum actuation speed: 0.5 m/s.
• Suitable for compatible 40 mm ABB metal limit switch bodies.
• Modular separate-element construction.
• Suitable for direct position and end-of-travel detection.
• Compact industrial actuator head for ABB LS series assemblies.

Rectilinear Position Detection for Industrial Machinery

The ABB LSTE11 provides the mechanical interface between a moving machine component and a compatible ABB limit switch body. When the stainless steel plain plunger is depressed from the end, its rectilinear movement is transferred to the switching mechanism in the assembled limit switch, allowing the associated contact block to change electrical state.

This direct plunger arrangement is particularly suited to machinery where a component approaches the limit switch along a defined linear path. When combined with the appropriate ABB LS40M, LS43M or LS45M body and contact block, the LSTE11 can be used for position confirmation, end-of-travel detection, machine sequencing and movement monitoring.

Typical Applications

• ABB LS40M, LS43M and LS45M limit switch assemblies.
• Industrial machinery position detection.
• Direct end-of-travel detection.
• Linear machine movement monitoring.
• Conveyor and material handling equipment.
• Packaging and production machinery.
• Replacement and maintenance of compatible ABB limit switch operating heads.
• OEM machinery and industrial automation systems.