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LMC2A12 IMO Limit Switch, Compact Piston Plunger + M18 Mount
IMO LMC2A12 is a compact metal-body industrial limit switch with an M18-mounted piston plunger actuator, 2NO + 2NC snap-action contacts and one PG13.5 cable entry for machinery position detection and control.
£32.54
Why Choose the IMO LMC2A12 Compact M18 Piston Plunger Limit Switch?
The IMO LMC2A12 is a compact industrial limit switch designed for reliable mechanical position detection in machinery and automation systems. Featuring a piston plunger with M18 mounting, four switching contacts and a durable metal body, it provides a robust solution where compact installation and multiple control contacts are required.
The LMC2A12 uses a piston plunger actuator with M18 × 1 mounting to detect the position or movement of machine components through direct mechanical contact. Its 2 × (1NO + 1NC) snap-action contact configuration, equivalent to a total of 2NO + 2NC contacts, provides four switching paths for versatile machine-control and position-monitoring applications.
Designed as part of IMO's LMC compact position switch range, the LMC2A12 combines rugged metal-body construction with a single PG13.5 cable entry. The threaded M18 mounting arrangement supports convenient mechanical installation, while the snap-action mechanism provides rapid and repeatable electrical switching once the actuator reaches its operating point.
Key Advantages
- Compact industrial limit switch for machinery and automation applications.
- Piston plunger with M18 mounting for direct mechanical position detection.
- 2NO + 2NC contacts provide four switching paths from a single device.
- 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.
- M18 × 1 threaded mounting.
- 2 × (1NO + 1NC) contacts.
- Total contact arrangement of 2NO + 2NC.
- Snap-action contact mechanism.
- Durable metal body construction.
- 1 × PG13.5 cable entry.
Reliable Multi-Contact Position Detection for Industrial Machinery
Mechanical limit switches provide electromechanical position detection by changing the state of their electrical contacts when a moving machine component physically operates the actuator. Piston plunger switches are particularly suitable where a target approaches the switch directly and can depress the actuator along its operating axis.
The IMO LMC2A12 combines an M18-mounted piston plunger with 2NO + 2NC snap-action contacts, providing multiple switching functions from one compact device. This makes it particularly useful where a single mechanical movement needs to provide several control signals, while the threaded mounting arrangement allows the switch actuator to be positioned accurately within industrial machinery.
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 | 1NO + 1NC | |
| Actuator Type | Plunger | |
| Housing Material | Metal | |
| Connection | PG13.5 cable entry | |
| Manufacturer | IMO | |
| Series | LMC | |
| Model | LMC2A12 | |
| Product type | Compact industrial limit switch | |
| Actuator type | Piston plunger | |
| Actuator mounting | M18 × 1 threaded mount | |
| Contact block | C2 | |
| Contact configuration | 2 × (1NO + 1NC) | |
| Total contacts | 2NO + 2NC | |
| Contact action | Snap action | |
| Minimum operating force | 8 N | |
| 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 LMC2A12 used for?
The IMO LMC2A12 is a compact industrial limit switch used for mechanical position detection, machine sequencing, end-of-travel sensing and control in machinery and automation systems.
What actuator does the IMO LMC2A12 use?
The LMC2A12 features a piston plunger actuator with M18 × 1 threaded mounting, designed for direct mechanical operation by moving machine components.
What contact configuration does the IMO LMC2A12 have?
The LMC2A12 features 2 × (1NO + 1NC) contacts, giving a total configuration of 2 normally open and 2 normally closed contacts.
Is the IMO LMC2A12 a snap-action limit switch?
Yes. The LMC2A12 uses a snap-action contact mechanism, providing rapid electrical switching when the piston plunger reaches its operating point.
What cable entry does the IMO LMC2A12 use?
The IMO LMC2A12 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 versatile actuator and multi-contact configurations for dependable automation and machine-control applications.
