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LRC5A55-4 IMO Limit Switch, Compact Adjustable 50mm Roller Lever
IMO LRC5A55-4 is a compact LR series snap-action limit switch with an adjustable 50 mm roller lever, 1 NO + 1 NC contacts, technopolymer housing and a single PG13.5 cable entry for industrial position detection.
£23.46
Why Choose the IMO LRC5A55-4 Limit Switch?
The IMO LRC5A55-4 is a compact and robust industrial limit switch with an adjustable 50 mm roller lever actuator, designed for reliable position detection and mechanical switching in machinery and automation systems. As part of the versatile IMO LR limit switch series, it combines a durable technopolymer body with snap-action switching for dependable operation in demanding industrial environments.
This limit switch uses an adjustable roller lever that allows the actuator position to be configured to suit the movement and geometry of the machine. Its 1 NO + 1 NC snap-action contact arrangement provides both normally open and normally closed switching functions, making the LRC5A55-4 suitable for position sensing, end-of-travel detection and machine sequencing applications.
The LRC5A55-4 features a single PG13.5 cable entry and screw-terminal electrical connections for straightforward installation. Its compact plastic construction and adjustable 50 mm roller lever make it particularly suitable for industrial machinery where reliable mechanical sensing is required within a compact installation footprint.
Key Advantages
- Compact industrial limit switch designed for machinery and automation.
- Adjustable 50 mm roller lever actuator provides flexible mechanical positioning.
- 1 NO + 1 NC snap-action contacts for versatile control circuit integration.
- Durable technopolymer housing suitable for industrial environments.
- PG13.5 cable entry for straightforward cable installation.
- Screw terminals provide secure and convenient electrical connections.
Key Features
- IMO LR series compact limit switch.
- Adjustable 50 mm roller lever actuator.
- 1 normally open and 1 normally closed contact.
- Snap-action switching mechanism.
- Bifurcated contact technology for reliable switching.
- Durable technopolymer plastic body.
- Single PG13.5 cable entry.
- Screw-terminal electrical connections.
- Designed for mechanical position and end-of-travel detection.
- Suitable for industrial machinery and automation systems.
Reliable Position Detection for Industrial Machinery
Limit switches such as the IMO LRC5A55-4 provide a simple and dependable method of detecting the physical position or movement of mechanical equipment. When a moving machine component contacts the roller lever, the actuator operates the internal snap-action contacts, allowing the associated control circuit to detect the position and respond accordingly.
The adjustable 50 mm roller lever makes the LRC5A55-4 particularly useful where the actuator position must be configured around the geometry of a machine. Combined with its compact technopolymer housing, bifurcated contacts and screw-terminal connections, it provides a practical position-sensing solution for machine builders and industrial automation engineers.
Typical Applications
- Industrial machinery position detection.
- Conveyor and material handling systems.
- End-of-travel and movement detection.
- Packaging and production machinery.
- Machine tools and automated equipment.
- Mechanical sequencing and control systems.
Technical Specifications
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| Device Type | Limit switch | |
|---|---|---|
| Contacts | 1NO + 1NC | |
| Actuator Type | Roller lever | |
| Housing Material | Plastic | |
| Connection | PG13.5 cable entry | |
| Manufacturer | IMO Precision Controls | |
| Series | LR Series | |
| Model | LRC5A55-4 | |
| Product type | Industrial limit switch | |
| Actuator type | Adjustable 50 mm roller lever | |
| Contact configuration | 1 NO + 1 NC | |
| Contact action | Snap action | |
| Contact block | C5 | |
| Housing material | Technopolymer / plastic | |
| Connection type | Screw terminals | |
| Cable entry | 1 × PG13.5 | |
| Approvals | CE, cULus | |
| Application | Industrial position and machine control | |
| HS Code | 8536500700 | |
| Country of Manufacture | Italy |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the IMO LRC5A55-4 used for?
The IMO LRC5A55-4 is used for mechanical position and end-of-travel detection in industrial machinery, conveyors, production equipment and automation systems.
What type of actuator does the LRC5A55-4 use?
The switch uses an adjustable 50 mm roller lever actuator, allowing its operating position to be configured to suit the movement and geometry of the machine.
What contact configuration does the LRC5A55-4 have?
The LRC5A55-4 has 1 normally open (NO) and 1 normally closed (NC) snap-action contact for flexible integration into industrial control circuits.
What cable entry does the IMO LRC5A55-4 use?
The LRC5A55-4 has a single PG13.5 cable entry and uses screw terminals for its electrical connections.
Where is the LRC5A55-4 typically installed?
The switch is typically installed on industrial machinery, conveyors and automated equipment where a moving component must trigger a control circuit at a defined mechanical position.
Reliable Industrial Switching from IMO
IMO LR series limit switches provide machine builders, control panel manufacturers and automation engineers with flexible mechanical position sensing solutions for industrial machinery and automated equipment.
