Schmersal Magnetic Non-Contact Safety Switch, M8, 24V DC - BNS 260 Series - BNS 260-02/01ZG-ST-R Pick this safety switch from Schmersal to protect personnel and production processes in hazardous industrial settings. It's designed for use on movable machine guards or robotic arms and uses electromagnetic coding to detect dangerous misalignments. When this type of situation occurs, the switch contacts will open to shut off the electrical supply, so you can safely inspect and realign your machine components. For maximum versatility, the switch can be used on sliding, hinge and lift-off machine guards. Features & Benefits • Thermoplastic housing for high durability and resistance to chemicals and wear
• IP67 (ingress protection) rating for protection against dust and temporary submersion in water
• LED (light-emitting diode) status indicators for quick visual identification of switch status
• Compact size of 52 (length) x 36 (width) x 13mm (depth) to save space Applications • Woodworking machinery
• Food processing equipment
• Chemical processing applications Is this switch tamper-proof? The internal reed switch only operates with the correctly coded magnetic field, meaning the correct actuator must be in place in order for the switch to work properly. This makes it a tamper-resistant choice for improved machine safety.