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LRC5A31 IMO Limit Switch, Compact Roller Lever
IMO LRC5A31 compact industrial limit switch with a roller lever actuator, 1NO + 1NC snap-action contacts, technopolymer housing and PG13.5 cable entry for reliable machine position detection.
£19.31
Why Choose the IMO LRC5A31 Limit Switch?
The IMO LRC5A31 is a compact industrial limit switch designed for mechanical position detection, end-of-travel sensing and machine control applications. Part of the IMO LR series, it combines a durable technopolymer housing with a roller lever actuator and 1NO + 1NC contacts for dependable switching in industrial automation systems.
The roller lever actuator provides smooth mechanical engagement with cams, slides, conveyors and other moving machine components. Its snap-action switching mechanism provides rapid and repeatable contact operation, making the LRC5A31 suitable for machinery requiring reliable position feedback and repetitive switching.
The LRC5A31 provides contact ratings up to 6 A at 250 V AC and 6 A at 24 V DC, with a maximum operating torque of 0.06 Nm. Its compact plastic body incorporates a single PG13.5 cable entry, while the enclosure provides protection for industrial machine installations.
Key Advantages
- Compact industrial limit switch for position and end-of-travel detection.
- Roller lever actuator provides smooth engagement with moving machine components.
- 1NO + 1NC contact configuration provides both normally open and normally closed signalling.
- Snap-action switching mechanism provides rapid and repeatable contact operation.
- Contact ratings up to 6 A at 250 V AC and 6 A at 24 V DC.
- Compact technopolymer housing with a single PG13.5 cable entry.
Key Features
- IMO LR series compact limit switch.
- Roller lever actuator.
- 1 normally open + 1 normally closed contact.
- Snap-action contact mechanism.
- 6 A maximum AC contact current.
- 250 V AC maximum contact voltage.
- 6 A maximum DC contact current.
- 24 V DC maximum contact voltage.
- 0.06 Nm maximum operating torque.
- Durable technopolymer housing with one conduit entry.
- Single PG13.5 cable entry for electrical connection.
Reliable Roller Lever Position Detection
The IMO LRC5A31 uses a roller lever to convert mechanical movement into an electrical switching signal. When a cam, slide or other moving machine component operates the lever, the internal snap-action contacts change state, enabling the switch to provide position feedback to PLCs, relays, contactors and other industrial control equipment.
The roller reduces sliding friction as moving components pass across the actuator, making this configuration particularly suitable for repetitive machine cycles. Combined with its compact technopolymer body and 1NO + 1NC contact arrangement, the LRC5A31 provides a practical solution for machine sequencing, position sensing and end-of-travel monitoring.
Typical Applications
- Machine end-of-travel and position detection.
- Industrial conveyors and material handling systems.
- Packaging and production machinery.
- Cam-operated machine control systems.
- 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 | |
| Actuator Type | Roller lever | |
| Housing Material | Plastic | |
| Connection | PG13.5 cable entry | |
| Manufacturer | IMO Precision Controls | |
| Series | LR | |
| Model | LRC5A31 | |
| Product type | Industrial limit switch | |
| Actuator type | Roller lever | |
| Contact configuration | 1NO + 1NC | |
| Switching action | Snap action | |
| Maximum AC contact current | 6 A | |
| Maximum AC contact voltage | 250 V AC | |
| Maximum DC contact current | 6 A | |
| Maximum DC contact voltage | 24 V DC | |
| Maximum operating torque | 0.06 Nm | |
| Housing material | Technopolymer | |
| Cable entry | 1 × PG13.5 | |
| Country of origin | Italy | |
| HS Code | 8536500700 | |
| Country of Manufacture | Italy |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the IMO LRC5A31 used for?
The IMO LRC5A31 is used for mechanical position and end-of-travel detection in industrial machinery, conveyors, automated equipment and machine control systems.
What actuator does the LRC5A31 use?
The LRC5A31 uses a roller lever actuator, providing smooth mechanical engagement with cams, slides and other moving machine components.
What contact configuration does the LRC5A31 have?
The LRC5A31 has a 1NO + 1NC contact configuration with snap-action switching, providing one normally open and one normally closed contact for industrial control circuits.
What are the electrical ratings of the IMO LRC5A31?
The LRC5A31 is rated for up to 6 A at 250 V AC and 6 A at 24 V DC.
What cable entry does the IMO LRC5A31 have?
The LRC5A31 has a single PG13.5 cable 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.
