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LRC5A08 IMO Limit Switch, Compact Sealed Piston Plunger
IMO LRC5A08 compact IP67 industrial limit switch with a sealed piston plunger, 1NO + 1NC snap-action contacts, technopolymer housing and PG13.5 conduit entry for reliable machine position detection.
£16.02
Why Choose the IMO LRC5A08 Limit Switch?
The IMO LRC5A08 is a compact and robust industrial limit switch designed for reliable position detection, end-of-travel sensing and machine control applications. As part of the IMO LR limit switch range, it combines a durable technopolymer body with a sealed piston plunger actuator and 1NO + 1NC contacts for dependable switching in industrial automation systems.
The sealed piston plunger provides direct mechanical actuation from cams, stops and other moving machine components while helping protect the operating mechanism in demanding environments. Its snap-action contact mechanism provides rapid and repeatable switching, making the LRC5A08 suitable for machinery requiring consistent position feedback and reliable electrical signalling.
With an IP67 protection rating, operating temperature range of -25 to +80 °C and compact 30.8 × 30.8 mm body footprint, the LRC5A08 is well suited to demanding industrial installations. It incorporates a single PG13.5 conduit entry, screw terminals and a 1NO + 1NC contact arrangement, providing straightforward integration into machine control and automation circuits.
Key Advantages
- Compact industrial limit switch for position and end-of-travel detection.
- Sealed piston plunger actuator for direct and dependable mechanical operation.
- 1NO + 1NC contact configuration for control and monitoring circuits.
- Snap-action switching mechanism provides rapid and repeatable contact operation.
- IP67 protection rating for demanding industrial environments.
- Wide -25 to +80 °C operating temperature range.
Key Features
- IMO LR series compact plastic body limit switch.
- Sealed piston plunger actuator.
- 1 normally open + 1 normally closed contact.
- Snap-action contact mechanism.
- IP67 rated enclosure.
- Maximum operating speed of 500 mm/s.
- Operating force of approximately 8 N.
- Mechanical operating rate up to 3,600 operations per hour.
- Compact technopolymer housing.
- Single PG13.5 conduit entry with screw-terminal connection.
Reliable Position Detection for Industrial Machinery
Limit switches such as the IMO LRC5A08 provide electrical feedback when a moving machine component reaches a predetermined position. Direct movement of the sealed piston plunger operates the internal snap-action contacts, enabling the switch to provide position signals to PLCs, relays, contactors and other industrial control equipment.
The sealed actuator construction helps protect the plunger mechanism, while the IP67 technopolymer enclosure supports operation in demanding machine environments. With its compact dimensions, 1NO + 1NC contact arrangement and straightforward screw-terminal wiring, the LRC5A08 provides a practical solution for repetitive industrial position sensing.
Typical Applications
- Machine end-of-travel and position detection.
- Industrial conveyors and material handling systems.
- Packaging and production machinery.
- Cam and stop operated machine control.
- Automated manufacturing equipment.
- OEM automation systems and machine building.
Technical Specifications
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| Device Type | Limit switch | |
|---|---|---|
| Switching Action | Snap action | |
| Contacts | 1NO + 1NC | |
| IP Rating | IP67 | |
| Actuator Type | Plunger | |
| Housing Material | Plastic | |
| Connection | PG13.5 cable entry | |
| Manufacturer | IMO Precision Controls | |
| Series | LR | |
| Model | LRC5A08 | |
| Product type | Industrial limit switch | |
| Actuator type | Sealed piston plunger | |
| Contact configuration | 1NO + 1NC | |
| Switching action | Snap action | |
| Maximum contact voltage | 400 V AC | |
| Protection rating | IP67 | |
| Operating force | approx. 8 N | |
| Maximum operating speed | 500 mm/s | |
| Maximum operating frequency | 3,600 operations per hour | |
| Operating temperature | -25 to +80 °C | |
| Housing material | Technopolymer | |
| Terminal type | Screw terminals | |
| Conductor size | 0.5–2.5 mm² | |
| Cable entry | 1 × PG13.5 | |
| Dimensions (H × W × D) | approx. 81.6 × 30.8 × 30.8 mm | |
| Mounting type | Machine / panel mounting | |
| HS Code | 8536500700 | |
| Country of Manufacture | Italy |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the IMO LRC5A08 used for?
The IMO LRC5A08 is used for mechanical position and end-of-travel detection in industrial machinery, conveyors, automated equipment and machine control systems.
What actuator does the LRC5A08 use?
The LRC5A08 uses a sealed piston plunger actuator designed for direct mechanical operation by cams, stops and other moving machine components.
What contact configuration does the LRC5A08 have?
The LRC5A08 has a 1NO + 1NC contact configuration, providing one normally open and one normally closed contact with snap-action switching.
What is the protection rating of the IMO LRC5A08?
The LRC5A08 has an IP67 protection rating, making its enclosure suitable for demanding industrial machine installations.
How is the IMO LRC5A08 connected?
The LRC5A08 uses screw terminals and has a single PG13.5 conduit entry for routing electrical wiring into its compact technopolymer housing.
Trusted Industrial Switching from IMO
IMO LR series limit switches provide dependable mechanical position detection for machine builders, control panel manufacturers and industrial automation engineers across a wide range of machinery and process applications.
