KBQ1L12 – SLOTTED LEVER PLASTIC SAFETY SWITCH 1NO+

Q: What type of switch is the Lovato KBQ1L12?

The Lovato KBQ1L12 is a K Series safety limit switch with a slotted lever actuator and 1NO+2NC slow-action contacts.

Q: What contacts does the Lovato KBQ1L12 use?

The KBQ1L12 uses one normally open and two normally closed slow-action contacts.

Q: Where is the Lovato KBQ1L12 used?

The KBQ1L12 is commonly used in industrial automation, machinery safety monitoring, and position control applications.

Lovato Electric KBQ1L12 electrical installation component for professional commercial and industrial assemblies, suitable for maintenance, replacement and panel building applications.

SKU: KBQ1L12MPN: KBQ1L12

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Lovato KBQ1L12 Safety Limit Switch - Slotted Lever, 1NO+2NC Slow Action Contacts

The Lovato KBQ1L12 is a K Series safety limit switch designed for industrial automation, machinery safety, and position monitoring applications. Featuring a slotted lever operating mechanism, polymer thermoplastic housing, M20 bottom cable entry, and 1NO+2NC slow-action contacts, this switch provides reliable mechanical switching performance for demanding industrial environments.

Product Overview

Manufactured by Lovato Electric, the KBQ1L12 safety limit switch is part of the K Series range and is designed with EN 50047 compatible dimensions. The compact plastic body construction, slotted lever actuator, and 1NO+2NC slow-action contact configuration make it suitable for dependable position detection and safety circuit applications in industrial environments.

Key Features

Manufacturer: Lovato Electric
Model: KBQ1L12
Series: K Series safety limit switches
Slotted lever operating mechanism
1NO + 2NC slow-action contacts
Polymer thermoplastic housing
M20 bottom cable entry
EN 50047 compliant dimensions
IP65 protection rating
Suitable for industrial automation and machinery safety applications

Applications

The Lovato KBQ1L12 is suitable for a wide range of industrial switching and safety applications, including:

Machine position monitoring
Industrial automation systems
Safety circuit applications
Machine guard monitoring
Production equipment monitoring
Mechanical limit detection

Why Choose Lovato KBQ1L12?

The Lovato KBQ1L12 provides dependable switching performance with a rugged thermoplastic enclosure, slotted lever actuator, and versatile 1NO+2NC contact arrangement. Its IP65 protection rating, safety-oriented contact configuration, and K Series design make it a reliable solution for industrial position sensing and machine control applications.

Technical Specifications

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Device Type	Limit switch
Housing Material	Plastic
Connection	M20 cable entry
Weight [g]	134
Qty. per package	1
Multiple qty. of packs per order	1
Package dimensions [mm]	150X060X036
Volume [cm³]	324
Bar code [EAN13]	8013975115480
Product designation	Slotted lever
Product type designation	KBQ
Housing Material	Polymer thermoplastic
Type of contact	1NO+2NC Slow action
Thermal current Ith	10
IEC/EN 60947-5-1 designation	A600 Q600
Rated insulation voltage Ui [V]	690
Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp	6
Insulation class	II
Short-circuit protection with fuse	10 gG/SC QUICK FUSE
min	16
max	14
IEC Conventional free air thermal current Ith	10
Resistance per pole (average value)	<10
Mechanical life	100000
B10d	100000
Mechanical operation	3600
Operating head fixing	Locking bayonet insert
min [mm²]	1.5
max [mm²]	2.5
Cable connection	Self-releasing screw terminal
Cable entry	M20 on the bottom
Pollution degree	3
min [°C]	-40
max [°C]	+70
ETIM 8.0	EC000030 - End switch
HS Code	85365080

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of switch is the Lovato KBQ1L12?

The Lovato KBQ1L12 is a K Series safety limit switch with a slotted lever actuator and 1NO+2NC slow-action contacts.

What contacts does the Lovato KBQ1L12 use?

The KBQ1L12 uses one normally open and two normally closed slow-action contacts.

Where is the Lovato KBQ1L12 used?

The KBQ1L12 is commonly used in industrial automation, machinery safety monitoring, and position control applications.

Device Type	Limit switch
Weight [g]	134
Qty. per package	1
Multiple qty. of packs per order	1
Package dimensions [mm]	150X060X036
Volume [cm³]	324
Bar code [EAN13]	8013975115480
Product designation	Slotted lever
Product type designation	KBQ
Housing Material	Polymer thermoplastic
Type of contact	1NO+2NC Slow action
Thermal current Ith	10
IEC/EN 60947-5-1 designation	A600 Q600
Rated insulation voltage Ui [V]	690
Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp	6
Insulation class	II
Short-circuit protection with fuse	10 gG/SC QUICK FUSE
min	16
max	14
IEC Conventional free air thermal current Ith	10
Resistance per pole (average value)	<10
Mechanical life	100000
B10d	100000
Mechanical operation	3600
Operating head fixing	Locking bayonet insert
min [mm²]	1.5
max [mm²]	2.5
Cable connection	Self-releasing screw terminal
Cable entry	M20 on the bottom
Pollution degree	3
min [°C]	-40
max [°C]	+70
ETIM 8.0	EC000030 - End switch
HS Code	85365080
Housing Material	Plastic
Connection	M20 cable entry

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