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Limit switches with a side rotary rod actuators activate when the side-mounted rod is pushed past a certain angle. In types from compact to heavy-duty IEC and NEMA-rated switches, models include fixed or adjustable rod length and resting angle, adjustable head, and nylon loop styles.
Limit Switches with a Side Rotary Rod Actuator
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Limit switches with side rotary rod actuators are activated when the side-mounted rod rotates past a specific angle to operate the switch contacts. The resting angle and length of the rod are adjustable, and rod materials are available in plastic, fiberglass, nylon, and stainless steel. These limit switches are offered in a variety of sizes and styles, ranging from compact to large, heavy-duty IEC and NEMA-rated switches.
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30mm IEC Limit Switches
Limit switches designed to the European IEC standard are typically smaller and less expensive than NEMA devices but are application-specific and require a high degree of detail for the selection process. These 30mm body limit switches offer a compact body suitable for use in tight spaces.
- 90-degree adjustable head
- Models from AutomationDirect and Schmersal with die-cast zinc or double-insulated thermoplastic enclosures
- Plastic or stainless-steel rods
- Variety of N.O./N.C. configurations
- Positive opening N.C. contacts on all models
- 1/2" NPT conduit entries (may include adapter) or 5-pin M12 quick-disconnect
- IP65, IP66, or IP67 protection rating (depending on model)
Starting at
$13.50
(AAP2T71Z11)
40mm IEC Limit Switches
Standard 40mm body IEC limit switches are available in durable metal housings or non-metal bodies suitable for corrosive environments.
- 90-degree adjustable head
- Models from AutomationDirect and Schmersal with die-cast aluminum or double-insulated thermoplastic enclosures
- Plastic or stainless-steel rods
- Variety of N.O./N.C. configurations
- Positive opening N.C. contacts on all models
- M20 x 1.5 with 1/2" NPT adapter, 1/2" NPT or PG13.5 conduit entries
- IP65, IP66, or IP67 protection rating (depending on model)
Starting at
$32.00
(ABP1H71Z11)
65mm IEC Limit Switches
Heavy-duty 65mm IEC limit switches feature a rugged die-cast aluminum body with three conduit openings that save time and money when interconnecting multiple limit switches.
- 90-degree adjustable head
- Conduit openings in 1/2" NPT or PG13.5
- Models from AutomationDirect with stainless steel rods
- Variety of N.O./N.C. configurations
- IP66 protection rating
Starting at
$27.00
(ABM5E71Z11)
Compact Limit Switches
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- Schmersal compact limit switches
Compact limit switches are suitable for a variety of applications, their small size allowing them to easily be used in confined spaces.
- Models from AutomationDirect with double insulated plastic or die-cast metal housings
- Zinc die-cast switches from Schmersal with 45-degree adjustable head and thermoplastic housing
- Models with stainless steel, plastic, nylon, or fiberglass rods
- Select models offer halogen free cables
- M12 quick disconnect or pigtail connection (depending on model)
- 1 N.O. and 1 N.C. contact on all units
- IP66/67 or IP67 protection rating (depending on model)
Starting at
$18.00
(AEP2G71Z11-1)
NEMA Limit Switches
Limit switches designed to the North American NEMA standard are intentionally oversized with a safety factor beyond their design ratings. NEMA devices are typically larger, more versatile, and easier to select than IEC devices, but are also more expensive. These robust Eaton F25 series limit switches consist of three modular, interchangeable, plug-in components: operating head, switch body, and wiring receptacle.
- 90-degree adjustable head
- Die-cast zinc housing for industrial applications
- Models from Eaton with stainless-steel rods or Nylatron loops
- N.O. and N.C. contacts on all limit switch units
- SPDT and DPDT snap action configurations available
- NEMA A600 R300 contact ratings
- 1/2" NPT conduit entrance
- NEMA 3, 3S, 4, 4X, 6, 6P, 13, IP67
Starting at
$170.00
(F25ASRL142)
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