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LMC5A15 IMO Limit Switch, Compact Roller Piston Plunger
IMO LMC5A15 compact IP67 metal body limit switch with an 11 mm roller plunger, NO + NC snap-action contacts and single PG13.5 conduit entry for industrial position detection.
£22.68
Why Choose the IMO LMC5A15 Compact Limit Switch?
The IMO LMC5A15 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 an 11 mm roller plunger actuator that provides smooth mechanical engagement with moving machine components.
The LMC5A15 combines a durable metal housing with a NO + NC snap-action contact arrangement, providing dependable switching for industrial control, interlocking and position-monitoring circuits. The roller plunger design helps reduce sliding friction between the actuator and moving component, making the switch particularly useful where machine parts pass across the operating head during normal operation.
With an IP67 protection rating and single PG13.5 conduit entry, the LMC5A15 provides a compact solution for demanding industrial installations. Its combination of an 11 mm roller plunger, metal construction and snap-action switching makes it suitable for conveyors, packaging equipment, production machinery and OEM automation systems.
Key Advantages
- Compact industrial limit switch for position and travel detection.
- 11 mm roller plunger actuator for smooth mechanical operation.
- NO + NC snap-action contacts provide flexible control signalling.
- Robust metal body designed for industrial machinery.
- IP67 protection rating for demanding industrial environments.
- Compact construction simplifies installation where mounting space is limited.
Key Features
- IMO LMC compact metal body limit switch series.
- 11 mm roller plunger actuator.
- Normally open + normally closed contacts.
- Fast and repeatable snap-action switching mechanism.
- Durable metal switch body.
- IP67 rated enclosure.
- Single PG13.5 conduit entry.
- Suitable for industrial position sensing and machine control applications.
Reliable Mechanical Position Detection
Mechanical limit switches such as the IMO LMC5A15 detect the position, presence or movement of machine components and convert that mechanical movement into an electrical switching signal. Its 11 mm roller plunger provides rolling contact with the operating surface, helping achieve smooth actuation as moving machinery engages the switch.
The snap-action NO + NC contact arrangement provides a rapid change of electrical state once the operating point is reached, allowing the LMC5A15 to perform machine sequencing, position monitoring, control and interlocking functions. Its IP67-rated metal housing provides a robust enclosure for use in industrial machinery and automation installations.
Typical Applications
- Machine position and end-of-travel detection.
- Industrial conveyors and material handling systems.
- Packaging and production machinery.
- Automated manufacturing equipment.
- Machine sequencing and interlocking systems.
- OEM automation systems and machine building.
Technical Specifications
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| Device Type | Limit switch | |
|---|---|---|
| Contacts | 1NO + 1NC | |
| IP Rating | IP67 | |
| Actuator Type | Roller plunger | |
| Housing Material | Metal | |
| Connection | PG13.5 cable entry | |
| Manufacturer | IMO | |
| Series | LMC Compact Metal Body Limit Switches | |
| Model | LMC5A15 | |
| Product type | Compact limit switch | |
| Actuator type | Roller plunger | |
| Roller size | 11 mm | |
| Contact arrangement | NO + NC | |
| Contact operation | Snap action | |
| Body material | Metal | |
| Protection rating | IP67 | |
| Conduit entry | 1 × PG13.5 | |
| 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 used for?
The IMO LMC5A15 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 use?
The LMC5A15 uses an 11 mm roller plunger actuator, providing rolling mechanical contact when operated by a moving machine component.
What contacts does the IMO LMC5A15 have?
The LMC5A15 incorporates normally open and normally closed snap-action contacts, providing complementary switching states for industrial control circuits.
What is the protection rating of the LMC5A15?
The IMO LMC5A15 has an IP67 protection rating, providing protection against dust ingress and temporary immersion in water when correctly installed.
What conduit entry does the LMC5A15 use?
The standard LMC5A15 is manufactured with a single PG13.5 conduit entry for connection to machine control wiring.
Designed for Industrial Automation
IMO LMC compact metal body limit switches provide machine builders, automation engineers and maintenance professionals with robust mechanical position sensing for industrial machinery, control and automation applications.
