KBN3L12 – “””STRAIGHT “”””T”””” KEY PLASTIC SAFETY SWITC”

Q: What is the Lovato KBN3L12 used for?

The Lovato KBN3L12 is used as a key-operated safety limit switch for machine guards, access doors and industrial safety interlock applications.

Q: What contact arrangement does the KBN3L12 have?

The KBN3L12 features one normally open and two normally closed slow-action contacts.

Q: What type of actuator does the KBN3L12 use?

The KBN3L12 uses a straight "T" key actuator designed for key-operated safety switching.

Q: What protection rating does the KBN3L12 have?

The Lovato KBN3L12 has an IP65 protection rating, making it suitable for industrial environments.

Lovato Electric KBN3L12 electrical installation component for professional commercial and industrial assemblies, suitable for maintenance, replacement and panel building applications.

SKU: KBN3L12MPN: KBN3L12

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Lovato KBN3L12 Straight T Key Plastic Safety Switch 1NO+2NC

The Lovato Electric KBN3L12 is a professional key-operated safety limit switch from the K series, designed for dependable machine safety, industrial automation and protective guarding applications. Featuring a straight "T" key actuator, polymer thermoplastic housing and 1NO+2NC slow-action contacts, the KBN3L12 provides reliable switching performance for safety interlock circuits, machine guards and industrial control systems.

Built to EN 50047 dimensional standards, the KBN3L12 features a bottom M20 cable entry, forced opening capability and durable thermoplastic construction. Its compact design and reliable contact arrangement make it suitable for safety monitoring applications where dependable operation and easy integration are required.

Why Choose the Lovato Electric KBN3L12?

Genuine Lovato Electric component: Designed for reliable industrial safety and automation applications.
Key-operated safety design: Suitable for machine doors, guards and access point monitoring.
1NO+2NC slow-action contacts: Provides flexible switching for safety and control circuits.
Durable construction: Polymer thermoplastic housing provides reliable industrial performance.
Easy installation: EN 50047 compliant dimensions with M20 bottom cable entry.

Product Specifications

Manufacturer	Lovato Electric
Product Code	KBN3L12
Product Type	Safety Limit Switch
Series	KBN
Actuator Type	Straight "T" Key
Contact Configuration	1NO + 2NC Slow Action
Housing Material	Polymer Thermoplastic
Cable Entry	M20 Bottom Entry
Thermal Current Ith	10A
Rated Insulation Voltage Ui	690V
Rated Impulse Withstand Voltage Uimp	6kV
IEC/EN 60947-5-1 Designation	A600 Q600
Insulation Class	Class II
Mechanical Life	100,000 cycles
Forced Opening	Yes
Operating Temperature	-25°C to +70°C
Protection Rating	IP65
Weight	96g
EAN	8013975115336

Applications

Machine guard safety monitoring
Industrial automation equipment
Safety interlock circuits
Manufacturing machinery protection
Industrial control panels

Technical Specifications

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Device Type	Limit switch accessory
Switching Action	Slow action
Housing Material	Plastic
Connection	M20 cable entry
Weight [g]	96
Qty. per package	1
Multiple qty. of packs per order	1
Package dimensions [mm]	100X044X032
Volume [cm³]	140.8
Bar code [EAN13]	8013975115336
Product designation	Key operated
Product type designation	KBN
Housing Material	Polymer thermoplastic
Key shape	Straight "T"
Type of contact	1NO+2NC Slow action
Thermal current Ith	10
IEC/EN 60947-5-1 designation	A600 Q600
Rated insulation voltage Ui [V]	690
Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp	6
Insulation class	II
Short-circuit protection with fuse	10 gG/SC QUICK FUSE
min	16
max	14
IEC Conventional free air thermal current Ith	10
Resistance per pole (average value)	<10
Mechanical life	100000
B10d	100000
Mechanical operation	3600
Operating head fixing	Locking bayonet insert
min [mm²]	1.5
max [mm²]	2.5
Cable connection	Self-releasing screw terminal
Cable entry	M20 on the bottom
Pollution degree	3
min [°C]	-40
max [°C]	+70
ETIM 8.0	EC000030 - End switch
HS Code	85365080

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Lovato KBN3L12 used for?

The Lovato KBN3L12 is used as a key-operated safety limit switch for machine guards, access doors and industrial safety interlock applications.

What contact arrangement does the KBN3L12 have?

The KBN3L12 features one normally open and two normally closed slow-action contacts.

What type of actuator does the KBN3L12 use?

The KBN3L12 uses a straight "T" key actuator designed for key-operated safety switching.

What protection rating does the KBN3L12 have?

The Lovato KBN3L12 has an IP65 protection rating, making it suitable for industrial environments.

Device Type	Limit switch accessory
Switching Action	Slow action
Weight [g]	96
Qty. per package	1
Multiple qty. of packs per order	1
Package dimensions [mm]	100X044X032
Volume [cm³]	140.8
Bar code [EAN13]	8013975115336
Product designation	Key operated
Product type designation	KBN
Housing Material	Polymer thermoplastic
Key shape	Straight "T"
Type of contact	1NO+2NC Slow action
Thermal current Ith	10
IEC/EN 60947-5-1 designation	A600 Q600
Rated insulation voltage Ui [V]	690
Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp	6
Insulation class	II
Short-circuit protection with fuse	10 gG/SC QUICK FUSE
min	16
max	14
IEC Conventional free air thermal current Ith	10
Resistance per pole (average value)	<10
Mechanical life	100000
B10d	100000
Mechanical operation	3600
Operating head fixing	Locking bayonet insert
min [mm²]	1.5
max [mm²]	2.5
Cable connection	Self-releasing screw terminal
Cable entry	M20 on the bottom
Pollution degree	3
min [°C]	-40
max [°C]	+70
ETIM 8.0	EC000030 - End switch
HS Code	85365080
Housing Material	Plastic
Connection	M20 cable entry

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