Schmersal ATEX EX-AZ16 Safety Interlock Switch Thermoplastic

Use this interlock switch from Schmersal to control the function of a machine safety guard. It offers a first line of defence against injuries caused by machine operation and is especially well-suited to sliding, hinged and removable safety guards. The robust switch is insensitive to dirty conditions and features a tough, fibreglass-reinforced thermoplastic housing that’s corrosion-resistant and requires little maintenance. For versatility, this device can also be fitted on profile sections and retrofitted to existing equipment.

• Enclosure has an IP67 (ingress protection) rating, meaning it’s dust-tight and waterproof
• Large wiring compartment for ease of installation
• Approved to use in safety-related applications and in areas with potentially explosive atmospheres
• Multiple coding levels to prevent tampering or manipulation of the switch for an enhanced degree of safety

• Automation
• Process and packaging industries
• Medical and pharmaceutical industries
• Robotics

This class-2 safety switch has a switching element that’s not physically connected to the actuator but is functionally brought together or separated when switching. When the safety device is opened, the actuator is separated from the base device. During this process, the NC (normally closed) contacts in the safety switch are positively opened and the NO (normally open) contacts are closed.