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LLC5A08 IMO Limit Switch, Standard Piston Extended Plunger
IMO LLC5A08 is a heavy-duty metal-body industrial limit switch with a standard extended piston plunger actuator, NO + NC snap-action contacts and three PG13.5 cable entries for machinery position detection and control.
£23.89
Why Choose the IMO LLC5A08 Heavy-Duty Limit Switch?
The IMO LLC5A08 is a robust heavy-duty industrial limit switch designed for reliable position detection and mechanical switching in machinery and automation systems. Featuring a standard extended piston plunger actuator, NO + NC snap-action contacts and a durable metal body, it provides dependable switching for demanding industrial control applications.
The LLC5A08 uses an extended piston plunger to detect the movement or position of machine components through direct mechanical contact. Its NO + NC snap-action contact configuration provides normally open and normally closed switching functions, making it suitable for machine sequencing, end-of-travel detection, interlocking and position-monitoring applications.
Designed as part of IMO's compact heavy-duty limit switch range, the LLC5A08 combines rugged metal-body construction with three PG13.5 cable entries. The LLC configuration provides a triple-entry enclosure, while the wider IMO compact heavy-duty limit switch range offers IP67 protection and removable contact blocks for convenient installation and wiring.
Key Advantages
- Heavy-duty industrial limit switch for machinery and automation applications.
- Extended piston plunger actuator for direct mechanical position detection.
- NO + NC contacts provide normally open and normally closed switching functions.
- Snap-action switching mechanism provides rapid and repeatable contact operation.
- Rugged metal body construction for demanding industrial environments.
- Three PG13.5 cable entries provide flexible wiring and cable routing.
Key Features
- IMO LLC compact heavy-duty limit switch series.
- Standard extended piston plunger actuator.
- NO + NC snap-action contacts.
- Direct mechanical actuation for dependable position sensing.
- Heavy-duty metal body construction.
- Triple cable-entry configuration.
- 3 × PG13.5 cable entries.
- Designed for industrial position detection and machine control.
Reliable Position Detection for Industrial Machinery
Limit switches provide electromechanical position detection by changing the state of their electrical contacts when a moving machine component physically actuates the switch. This allows industrial control systems to detect end positions, component presence and machine movement using a robust and straightforward mechanical sensing method.
The IMO LLC5A08 combines an extended piston plunger with snap-action NO + NC contacts, making it particularly suitable where a moving component can directly depress the actuator. Its heavy-duty metal enclosure and triple cable-entry arrangement provide a practical solution for industrial machinery requiring dependable switching and flexible wiring.
Typical Applications
- Industrial machinery position detection.
- Machine end-of-travel detection.
- Conveyor and material handling systems.
- Automated production equipment.
- Packaging and processing machinery.
- Industrial sequencing and interlocking systems.
Technical Specifications
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| Device Type | Limit switch | |
|---|---|---|
| Contacts | 1NO + 1NC | |
| Actuator Type | Plunger | |
| Housing Material | Metal | |
| Connection | PG13.5 cable entry | |
| Manufacturer | IMO | |
| Series | LLC | |
| Model | LLC5A08 | |
| Product type | Heavy-duty industrial limit switch | |
| Actuator type | Standard extended piston plunger | |
| Contact configuration | NO + NC | |
| Contact action | Snap action | |
| Body material | Metal | |
| Cable / conduit entry | 3 × PG13.5 | |
| Body configuration | Triple entry | |
| Actuation type | Direct mechanical | |
| HS Code | 8536500700 | |
| Country of Manufacture | Italy |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the IMO LLC5A08 used for?
The IMO LLC5A08 is a heavy-duty industrial limit switch used for mechanical position detection, end-of-travel sensing and switching in machinery and industrial automation systems.
What actuator does the IMO LLC5A08 use?
The LLC5A08 features a standard extended piston plunger actuator designed for direct mechanical operation by moving machine components.
What contact configuration does the IMO LLC5A08 have?
The LLC5A08 features normally open and normally closed contacts with snap-action switching for reliable industrial position detection and control.
What type of body does the IMO LLC5A08 have?
The LLC5A08 uses a rugged metal body designed for compact heavy-duty industrial limit switch applications.
What cable entries does the IMO LLC5A08 use?
The IMO LLC5A08 is equipped with three PG13.5 cable entries, providing flexible options for routing and connecting industrial control wiring.
Designed for Industrial Automation and Machine Control
IMO compact heavy-duty limit switches provide robust electromechanical position detection for industrial machinery, combining durable construction, reliable contacts and a wide selection of actuator and enclosure configurations for modern automation systems.
