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LXC5A51 IMO Limit Switch, Compact Roller Lever With Large Offset
IMO LXC5A51 is a compact IP67 plastic limit switch with a large-offset roller lever, 1 NO + 1 NC snap-action contacts and two PG13.5 conduit entries for reliable industrial position detection.
£20.89
Why Choose the IMO LXC5A51 Limit Switch?
The IMO LXC5A51 is a compact industrial large-offset roller lever limit switch designed for reliable mechanical position detection in machinery and automation systems. Part of IMO's compact plastic body limit switch range, it combines a large-offset roller lever actuator with a double-conduit enclosure for flexible installation.
The LXC5A51 uses a large-offset roller lever actuator, allowing moving machine components to operate the switch while providing additional clearance between the switch body and the point of actuation. Its 1 NO + 1 NC snap-action contact configuration provides both normally open and normally closed switching functions for position sensing, end-of-travel detection and machine sequencing.
Designed for demanding industrial environments, the LXC5A51 features a plastic body, IP67 protection and two PG13.5 conduit entries. The combination of snap-action switching, a versatile roller lever and dual cable entries makes it a practical position-sensing solution for machine builders and industrial automation applications.
Key Advantages
- Compact industrial limit switch for position and travel detection.
- Large-offset roller lever provides useful clearance between the switch body and actuation point.
- 1 NO + 1 NC contacts provide normally open and normally closed switching functions.
- Snap-action mechanism provides rapid and repeatable contact switching.
- IP67-rated plastic body provides protection for demanding industrial environments.
- 2 × PG13.5 conduit entries provide flexible cable routing and installation.
Key Features
- IMO compact plastic body limit switch.
- Large-offset roller lever actuator.
- 1 normally open and 1 normally closed contact.
- Snap-action switching mechanism.
- Double-conduit-entry body design.
- 2 × PG13.5 conduit entries.
- IP67 protection rating.
- Plastic body construction.
- UKCA, CE, UL and cUL marked range.
- Designed for mechanical position, movement and end-of-travel detection.
Reliable Roller Lever Position Detection
Roller lever limit switches such as the IMO LXC5A51 provide a dependable mechanical method of detecting the position or movement of machine components. When a moving component engages the roller, movement is transferred through the lever to the internal snap-action mechanism, changing the electrical contacts so the connected control system can respond to the detected position.
The large-offset lever arrangement provides additional clearance where the required actuation point is displaced from the switch body. Combined with 1 NO + 1 NC snap-action contacts, IP67 protection and two PG13.5 conduit entries, the LXC5A51 is well suited to industrial applications requiring repeatable mechanical position feedback and flexible wiring.
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 industrial control systems.
Technical Specifications
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| Device Type | Limit switch | |
|---|---|---|
| Contacts | 1NO + 1NC | |
| IP Rating | IP67 | |
| Actuator Type | Roller lever | |
| Housing Material | Plastic | |
| Connection | PG13.5 cable entry | |
| Manufacturer | IMO Precision Controls | |
| Model | LXC5A51 | |
| Product type | Industrial limit / position switch | |
| Body style | Compact plastic, double conduit entry | |
| Actuator type | Large-offset roller lever | |
| Contact configuration | 1 NO + 1 NC | |
| Contact action | Snap action | |
| Housing material | Plastic | |
| Protection rating | IP67 | |
| Conduit entries | 2 × PG13.5 | |
| Range markings | UKCA, CE, UL, cUL | |
| Application | Industrial position, movement and machine control | |
| HS Code | 8536500700 | |
| Country of Manufacture | Italy |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the IMO LXC5A51 used for?
The IMO LXC5A51 is an industrial limit switch used for mechanical position, movement and end-of-travel detection in machinery, conveyors and automated equipment.
What type of actuator does the LXC5A51 use?
The LXC5A51 uses a large-offset roller lever actuator, providing additional clearance between the switch body and the mechanical actuation point.
What contact configuration does the IMO LXC5A51 have?
The LXC5A51 has 1 normally open (NO) and 1 normally closed (NC) snap-action contact.
What protection rating does the IMO LXC5A51 have?
The IMO LXC5A51 is part of IMO's IP67-rated compact plastic body limit switch range, providing protection against dust and temporary immersion in water when correctly installed.
What conduit entries does the IMO LXC5A51 use?
The LXC5A51 has 2 × PG13.5 conduit entries, providing flexible cable routing for industrial machine control wiring.
Reliable Industrial Position Switching from IMO
IMO compact plastic body limit switches provide machine builders, control panel manufacturers and automation engineers with versatile mechanical position sensing solutions for industrial machinery, material handling equipment and automated control applications.
