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LMC22A01 IMO Limit Switch, Compact Piston Plunger
IMO LMC22A01 is a compact metal-body industrial limit switch with a piston plunger actuator, 2NO + 1NC snap-action contacts and one PG13.5 cable entry for machinery position detection and control.
£26.05
Why Choose the IMO LMC22A01 Compact Piston Plunger Limit Switch?
The IMO LMC22A01 is a compact industrial limit switch designed for reliable mechanical position detection in machinery and automation systems. Featuring a piston plunger actuator, 2 normally open and 1 normally closed contact and a durable metal body, it provides versatile switching where compact dimensions and multiple contacts are required.
The LMC22A01 uses a compact piston plunger to detect the position or movement of machine components through direct mechanical contact. Its 2NO + 1NC snap-action contact configuration provides three switching contacts, making it suitable for machine sequencing, position monitoring, end-of-travel detection and control applications requiring multiple electrical outputs from a single mechanical switch.
Designed as part of IMO's LMC compact position switch range, the LMC22A01 combines rugged metal-body construction with a single PG13.5 cable entry. Its direct-acting piston plunger and snap-action switching mechanism provide a practical solution for industrial machinery requiring repeatable electromechanical position sensing.
Key Advantages
- Compact industrial limit switch for machinery and automation applications.
- Piston plunger actuator for direct mechanical position detection.
- 2NO + 1NC contact configuration provides three switching contacts.
- Snap-action switching mechanism provides rapid and repeatable contact operation.
- Rugged metal body construction for demanding industrial environments.
- Single PG13.5 cable entry provides a straightforward wiring arrangement.
Key Features
- IMO LMC compact position switch series.
- Compact piston plunger actuator.
- 2 normally open + 1 normally closed contacts.
- Snap-action contact mechanism.
- Direct mechanical actuation for dependable position sensing.
- Durable metal body construction.
- 1 × PG13.5 cable entry.
- Designed for industrial machinery position detection and control.
Reliable Compact Position Detection for Industrial Machinery
Mechanical limit switches provide electromechanical position detection by changing the state of their contacts when a moving machine component physically operates the actuator. Piston plunger switches are particularly useful where the target approaches the switch directly and can depress the actuator along its operating axis.
The IMO LMC22A01 combines this straightforward plunger arrangement with 2NO + 1NC snap-action contacts. The three-contact configuration provides additional control flexibility compared with conventional two-contact switches, while the compact metal enclosure supports installation in industrial equipment where available mounting space may be limited.
Typical Applications
- Industrial machinery position detection.
- Machine end-of-travel detection.
- Conveyor and material handling equipment.
- Automated production machinery.
- Packaging and processing equipment.
- Machine sequencing and interlocking systems.
Technical Specifications
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| Device Type | Limit switch | |
|---|---|---|
| Contacts | 2NO + 1NC | |
| Actuator Type | Plunger | |
| Housing Material | Metal | |
| Connection | PG13.5 cable entry | |
| Manufacturer | IMO | |
| Series | LMC | |
| Model | LMC22A01 | |
| Product type | Compact industrial limit switch | |
| Actuator type | Piston plunger | |
| Contact block | C22 | |
| Contact configuration | 2NO + 1NC | |
| Contact action | Snap action | |
| Body material | Metal | |
| Cable / conduit entry | 1 × PG13.5 | |
| Actuation type | Direct mechanical plunger operation | |
| HS Code | 8536500700 | |
| Country of Manufacture | Italy |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the IMO LMC22A01 used for?
The IMO LMC22A01 is a compact industrial limit switch used for mechanical position detection, machine sequencing and end-of-travel sensing in machinery and automation systems.
What actuator does the IMO LMC22A01 use?
The LMC22A01 features a compact piston plunger actuator designed for direct mechanical operation by moving machine components.
What contact configuration does the IMO LMC22A01 have?
The LMC22A01 features a 2NO + 1NC contact configuration, providing two normally open contacts and one normally closed contact.
Is the IMO LMC22A01 a snap-action limit switch?
Yes. The LMC22A01 uses a snap-action contact mechanism, providing rapid switching once the piston plunger reaches the operating point.
What cable entry does the IMO LMC22A01 use?
The IMO LMC22A01 has one PG13.5 cable entry for routing and connecting industrial control wiring.
Designed for Compact Industrial Machine Control
IMO LMC compact position switches provide robust electromechanical position detection for industrial machinery, combining compact metal construction with practical actuator and multi-contact configurations for dependable automation and machine-control applications.
