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LPC9R2-F20 IMO Limit Switch, Standard Door Interlock, Flat Actuator
IMO LPC9R2-F20 standard door interlock limit switch with a flat actuator, 2 NC delayed-release contacts, plastic body and single M20 cable entry for industrial guard and door position monitoring.
£50.49
Why Choose the IMO LPC9R2-F20 Standard Door Interlock Limit Switch?
The IMO LPC9R2-F20 is a robust standard door interlock limit switch designed for mechanical guarding and access-door monitoring on industrial machinery. It uses a flat actuator that engages with the switch mechanism when the associated guard or door is in position, providing dependable status detection for machine control and interlocking circuits.
The LPC9R2-F20 incorporates 2 normally closed contacts with delayed release, making it specifically configured for door-interlocking applications rather than general-purpose position sensing. The two NC contacts provide two switching paths, while the delayed-release mechanism provides controlled contact operation as the actuator is withdrawn.
Housed in a durable plastic body, the LPC9R2-F20 uses a single M20 cable entry for industrial control wiring. Its combination of flat actuator, dual normally closed contacts and delayed-release operation makes it suitable for machine guards, access doors, protective covers and other industrial applications requiring mechanically actuated interlock monitoring.
Key Advantages
- Purpose-designed door interlock limit switch for industrial machinery.
- Flat actuator provides straightforward mechanical engagement with guards and doors.
- 2 NC contacts provide dual normally closed switching paths.
- Delayed-release operation provides controlled switching as the actuator is withdrawn.
- Durable plastic body suitable for industrial installations.
- Single M20 cable entry provides a practical metric wiring connection.
Key Features
- IMO LPC standard door interlock limit switch.
- Flat actuator configuration.
- 2 normally closed contacts.
- Delayed-release contact operation.
- Durable plastic switch body.
- 1 × M20 cable entry.
- Designed for mechanically actuated guard and door monitoring.
- Suitable for industrial machinery, automation and machine interlocking applications.
Reliable Door and Guard Position Monitoring
Door interlock limit switches such as the IMO LPC9R2-F20 are designed to detect whether a movable machine guard, access door or protective cover is in its intended position. The flat actuator mechanically engages with the switch as the guard closes, allowing the machine control system to use the resulting contact state as part of its interlocking logic.
The LPC9R2-F20 uses two normally closed contacts with delayed-release operation. This specialised contact arrangement makes the switch suitable for applications where controlled mechanical switching is required as the actuator moves out of the interlock mechanism. The plastic enclosure and M20 cable entry provide a practical configuration for integration into industrial machinery and automated equipment.
Typical Applications
- Industrial machine guard monitoring.
- Access-door position detection.
- Protective cover and enclosure monitoring.
- Packaging and production machinery.
- Automated manufacturing equipment.
- OEM machine interlocking and control systems.
Technical Specifications
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| Device Type | Limit switch | |
|---|---|---|
| Contacts | 2NC | |
| Housing Material | Plastic | |
| Connection | M20 cable entry | |
| Manufacturer | IMO | |
| Series | LPC | |
| Model | LPC9R2-F20 | |
| Alternative SKU | LPC9R2F20 | |
| Product type | Standard door interlock limit switch | |
| Actuator type | Flat actuator | |
| Contact arrangement | 2 NC | |
| Contact operation | Delayed release | |
| Body material | Plastic | |
| Cable entry | 1 × M20 | |
| Cable entries | Single | |
| Operation | Mechanical door and guard position detection | |
| Barcode | 5056207423963 | |
| HS Code | 8536500700 | |
| Country of Manufacture | Italy |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the IMO LPC9R2-F20 used for?
The IMO LPC9R2-F20 is a standard door interlock limit switch designed to detect the position of machine guards, access doors, protective covers and similar movable components in industrial machinery.
What actuator does the LPC9R2-F20 use?
The LPC9R2-F20 uses a flat actuator that mechanically engages with the interlock switch when the associated machine guard or door is in position.
What contacts does the IMO LPC9R2-F20 have?
The LPC9R2-F20 incorporates 2 normally closed contacts with delayed-release operation for industrial door and guard interlocking applications.
What does delayed release mean on the LPC9R2-F20?
The delayed-release mechanism provides controlled contact operation as the flat actuator is withdrawn from the interlock switch, distinguishing this model from conventional general-purpose limit switches.
What cable entry does the LPC9R2-F20 use?
The LPC9R2-F20 has a single M20 cable entry for connection to industrial machine control wiring.
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IMO industrial limit switches provide machine builders, automation engineers and maintenance professionals with dependable mechanical position and interlock monitoring for machine guards, access doors and industrial automation applications.
