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LZC2A01 IMO Limit Switch, Compact Piston Plunger
IMO LZC2A01 compact industrial limit switch featuring a piston plunger actuator, 2NO + 2NC snap-action contacts, a robust metal body and two PG13.5 cable entries for reliable machine position detection.
£32.89
Why Choose the IMO LZC2A01 Compact Limit Switch?
The IMO LZC2A01 is a robust compact piston plunger limit switch designed for reliable position detection, end-of-travel sensing and mechanical control in industrial machinery and automation systems. As part of the IMO LZ compact position switch series, it combines a durable metal body with a compact form factor suitable for installations where space is limited.
The LZC2A01 uses a piston plunger actuator to provide direct mechanical switching when contacted by a moving machine component. Its 2NO + 2NC snap-action contact arrangement provides four contacts for flexible control and signalling configurations, allowing normally open and normally closed circuits to be switched from a single device.
With its rugged metal construction and two PG13.5 cable entries, the LZC2A01 is well suited to industrial control panels, production machinery, conveyors, handling systems and automated equipment. The compact LZ design provides dependable electromechanical position sensing without requiring a separate electronic sensor or external power supply for the switching mechanism.
Key Advantages
- Compact industrial limit switch designed for position and travel detection.
- Piston plunger actuator for direct mechanical operation.
- 2NO + 2NC snap-action contacts provide flexible control and signalling options.
- Durable metal body for demanding industrial installations.
- Two PG13.5 cable entries simplify wiring and cable routing.
- Compact dimensions make the switch suitable for machinery with restricted installation space.
Key Features
- IMO LZ compact position switch series.
- Piston plunger operating head.
- 2NO + 2NC contact configuration.
- Snap-action switching mechanism.
- Robust metal enclosure for industrial applications.
- Two PG13.5 conduit entries.
- Compact body for space-conscious machine installations.
- Mechanical position sensing suitable for repetitive industrial switching.
Reliable Position Detection for Industrial Machinery
Mechanical limit switches such as the IMO LZC2A01 detect the physical position or movement of machine components. When a moving component contacts the piston plunger, the internal snap-action mechanism changes the state of the normally open and normally closed contacts, providing an immediate electrical signal to the machine control circuit.
This straightforward electromechanical operating principle makes compact limit switches particularly useful for end-of-travel detection, sequence control, positioning and presence detection. The LZC2A01's four-contact arrangement also provides additional flexibility where multiple control or signalling circuits need to respond to the same mechanical movement.
Typical Applications
- Industrial machinery position detection.
- End-of-travel and overtravel sensing.
- Conveyors and material handling systems.
- Packaging and production machinery.
- Machine tools and automated equipment.
- Mechanical sequence control systems.
Technical Specifications
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| Device Type | Limit switch | |
|---|---|---|
| Contacts | 2NO + 2NC | |
| Actuator Type | Plunger | |
| Housing Material | Metal | |
| Manufacturer | IMO | |
| Series | LZ Compact Position Switches | |
| Model | LZC2A01 | |
| Product type | Compact limit / position switch | |
| Actuator type | Piston plunger | |
| Contact configuration | 2NO + 2NC | |
| Contact mechanism | Snap action | |
| Housing | Metal body | |
| Cable entries | 2 × PG13.5 | |
| Mounting type | Machine / surface mounting | |
| HS Code | 8536500700 | |
| Country of Manufacture | Italy |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the IMO LZC2A01 used for?
The IMO LZC2A01 is a compact limit switch used for position detection, end-of-travel sensing and mechanical control in industrial machinery and automation equipment.
What actuator does the LZC2A01 use?
The LZC2A01 uses a piston plunger actuator that operates when physically contacted by a moving machine component.
What contact configuration does the IMO LZC2A01 have?
The switch has a 2NO + 2NC snap-action contact configuration, providing two normally open and two normally closed contacts.
What type of housing does the LZC2A01 have?
The LZC2A01 uses a robust metal body designed for industrial machinery and automation installations.
What cable entries are provided on the LZC2A01?
The switch is equipped with two PG13.5 cable entries, providing flexible cable routing for industrial installations.
Dependable Industrial Position Switching
IMO LZ compact position switches provide reliable mechanical position detection for industrial machinery, combining robust construction, versatile contact arrangements and compact dimensions for straightforward integration into automation systems.
