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LMC5A15-20H6 IMO Limit Switch, Compact Roller Piston Plunger,-40 Deg C
IMO LMC5A15-20H6 compact metal body limit switch with a roller piston plunger, NO + NC snap-action contacts, -40 °C low-temperature capability and single M20 cable entry for industrial position detection.
£23.20
Why Choose the IMO LMC5A15-20H6 Compact Limit Switch?
The IMO LMC5A15-20H6 is a compact and robust industrial limit switch designed for reliable position detection and mechanical switching in machinery and automation systems. As part of the IMO LMC compact metal body limit switch series, it features a roller piston plunger actuator that provides smooth mechanical engagement with moving machine components.
The LMC5A15-20H6 combines a durable metal housing with NO + NC snap-action contacts, providing dependable switching for industrial control, interlocking and position-monitoring circuits. Its roller plunger design helps reduce sliding friction between the actuator and moving component, making it particularly suitable where machine parts travel across the operating head.
Designed for applications requiring reliable operation at low ambient temperatures, the LMC5A15-20H6 is specified for operation down to -40 °C. It also features a single M20 cable entry, providing a practical connection arrangement for industrial machinery, conveyors, production equipment and OEM automation systems.
Key Advantages
- Compact industrial limit switch for position and travel detection.
- Roller piston plunger actuator for smooth mechanical operation.
- NO + NC snap-action contacts provide flexible control signalling.
- Designed for low-temperature operation down to -40 °C.
- Robust metal body suitable for industrial machinery.
- M20 cable entry for straightforward installation and wiring.
Key Features
- IMO LMC compact limit switch series.
- Roller piston plunger actuator.
- Normally open + normally closed contacts.
- Fast and repeatable snap-action switching mechanism.
- Low-temperature version suitable for operation down to -40 °C.
- Durable metal switch body.
- 1 × M20 cable entry.
- Screw-terminal electrical connections.
Reliable Motor Control for Industrial Machinery
Mechanical limit switches such as the IMO LMC5A15-20H6 detect the position, presence or movement of machine components and convert that mechanical movement into an electrical switching signal. The roller piston plunger provides rolling contact with the operating surface, helping achieve smooth and repeatable actuation as moving machinery engages the switch.
The NO + NC snap-action contact arrangement provides a rapid change of electrical state once the operating point is reached, allowing the LMC5A15-20H6 to perform machine sequencing, position monitoring, control and interlocking functions. Its metal construction and -40 °C low-temperature capability make it particularly useful for industrial installations exposed to demanding environmental conditions.
Typical Applications
- Machine position and end-of-travel detection.
- Industrial conveyors and material handling systems.
- Packaging and production machinery.
- Automated manufacturing equipment.
- Low-temperature industrial installations.
- OEM automation systems and machine building.
Technical Specifications
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| Device Type | Limit switch | |
|---|---|---|
| Contacts | 1NO + 1NC | |
| Actuator Type | Roller plunger | |
| Housing Material | Metal | |
| Connection | M20 cable entry | |
| Manufacturer | IMO | |
| Series | LMC Compact Limit Switches | |
| Model | LMC5A15-20H6 | |
| Product type | Compact limit switch | |
| Actuator type | Roller piston plunger | |
| Contact arrangement | NO + NC | |
| Contact operation | Snap action | |
| Connection type | Screw terminals | |
| Body material | Metal | |
| Minimum operating temperature | -40 °C | |
| Cable entry | 1 × M20 | |
| DC contact rating | 1.1 A at 125 V DC | |
| Approvals | CE, cULus | |
| Operation | Mechanical position sensing | |
| Mounting application | Industrial machinery and automation equipment | |
| HS Code | 8536500700 | |
| Country of Manufacture | Italy |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the IMO LMC5A15-20H6 used for?
The IMO LMC5A15-20H6 is a compact mechanical limit switch used to detect the position, presence or travel of moving components in industrial machinery and automation systems.
What actuator does the LMC5A15-20H6 use?
The switch uses a roller piston plunger actuator, providing smooth rolling mechanical contact when operated by a moving machine component.
What contacts does the IMO LMC5A15-20H6 have?
The LMC5A15-20H6 uses normally open and normally closed snap-action contacts for reliable switching in industrial control and position-monitoring circuits.
Is the LMC5A15-20H6 suitable for low-temperature applications?
Yes. The LMC5A15-20H6 is a low-temperature version designed for operation down to -40 °C, making it suitable for machinery operating in cold industrial environments.
What cable entry does the LMC5A15-20H6 use?
The LMC5A15-20H6 is manufactured with a single M20 cable entry for connection to machine control wiring.
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