Standard delivery
£8 ex VAT · free over £200UK parcel delivery is £8 ex VAT, or free on orders over £200 ex VAT.
Heavier items may be charged at a weight-based or pallet rate, shown at checkout.
AC-KEYF1 IMO Door Interlock Accessory 90 Degree Actuator
IMO AC-KEYF1 is a 90-degree actuator key designed for compatible IMO safety interlock switches used on machine guards, access doors and industrial safety systems.
£6.07
Why Choose the IMO AC-KEYF1 90 Degree Safety Switch Actuator?
The IMO AC-KEYF1 is a dedicated 90-degree actuator key for IMO safety interlock switches, designed for use with compatible IMO guard and door safety switches. It provides the mechanical actuator required to operate the switch when a machine guard, access door or protective enclosure is moved into its closed position.
As part of IMO's safety switch accessory range, the AC-KEYF1 offers an alternative actuator geometry for applications where a straight actuator is unsuitable. Its 90-degree actuator configuration allows machine builders to accommodate different guard arrangements and approach directions while retaining compatibility with the appropriate IMO safety switch body.
The AC-KEYF1 is listed by IMO as an actuator option for compatible LD, LP, LL and LC safety switches and is also available for compatible PS solenoid-operated safety switches. This makes it a versatile accessory for machine guarding, industrial automation and safety interlocking applications.
Key Advantages
- Purpose-designed 90-degree actuator for IMO safety interlock switches.
- Alternative actuator geometry for machine guards and access doors.
- Compatible with appropriate IMO LD, LP, LL and LC safety switch configurations.
- Also suitable for compatible IMO PS solenoid-operated safety switches.
- Supports flexible guard-switch installation and actuator approach arrangements.
- Suitable for OEM machinery, industrial automation and replacement applications.
Key Features
- IMO safety switch actuator accessory.
- 90-degree actuator configuration.
- Designed for compatible IMO door and guard interlock switches.
- Mechanical actuator for safety switch operation.
- Suitable for compatible LD, LP, LL and LC safety switch families.
- Available as an actuator option for compatible PS safety switches.
- Suitable for hinged and sliding machine-guard arrangements where compatible.
- Designed for industrial machinery and automation safety systems.
Reliable Actuation for Machine Guard Interlocking
Safety interlock switches are commonly installed on movable machine guards, doors and protective covers. The actuator is attached to the movable part of the guard and enters the safety switch head when the guard closes, allowing the switch mechanism to detect the guard position and provide the appropriate electrical state to the machine safety circuit.
The IMO AC-KEYF1 uses a 90-degree actuator arrangement to provide additional installation flexibility where the geometry of a machine or guard makes a straight actuator impractical. It can form part of compatible IMO safety switch assemblies used to monitor access points on industrial machinery and automated equipment.
Typical Applications
- Machine guard interlocking systems.
- Industrial access doors and protective covers.
- Automated production machinery.
- Packaging and processing equipment.
- Conveyor and material handling systems.
- Factory automation equipment.
- OEM machinery safety systems.
- Maintenance and replacement of compatible IMO safety switch actuators.
Technical Specifications
| Manufacturer | IMO Precision Controls |
|---|---|
| Model | AC-KEYF1 |
| Product type | Safety switch actuator |
| Accessory type | Actuator key |
| Actuator configuration | 90 degree |
| For use with | Compatible IMO safety interlock switches |
| Compatible switch families | LD, LP, LL and LC |
| Additional compatibility | Compatible IMO PS solenoid-operated safety switches |
| Function | Mechanical actuation of guard / door safety switches |
| Application | Industrial machine guarding and safety interlocking |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the IMO AC-KEYF1 used for?
The IMO AC-KEYF1 is a 90-degree actuator key used to mechanically operate compatible IMO guard and door safety interlock switches.
What type of actuator is the IMO AC-KEYF1?
The AC-KEYF1 is a 90-degree safety switch actuator, providing an alternative approach geometry to a standard straight actuator.
Which IMO safety switches are compatible with the AC-KEYF1?
IMO lists the AC-KEYF1 as an actuator option for compatible LD, LP, LL and LC safety switches, as well as compatible PS solenoid-operated safety switch configurations.
Is the IMO AC-KEYF1 a complete safety switch?
No. The AC-KEYF1 is the mechanical actuator accessory and is used with a compatible IMO safety switch body to create the required guard or door interlocking arrangement.
Where is the IMO AC-KEYF1 typically used?
The AC-KEYF1 is typically used on machine guards, access doors and protective enclosures in industrial machinery, production equipment and automated systems requiring safety interlocking.
Industrial Safety Switching Solutions from IMO
IMO safety switch actuators such as the AC-KEYF1 provide flexible installation options for machine builders and automation engineers, allowing compatible guard and door interlock switches to be adapted to different machine and enclosure geometries.
