Proximity Switch - Resin
Engineered Resin Prox Switch with Multi Voltage Capability
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Series Overview
RS-M18 Series Proximity Switches are manufactured with a robust rectangular engineered resin housing in an industry-standard style.
They require the use of a magnetic target to operate. This versatile switch provides highly reliable continuous monitoring across a wide operating temperature range.
Suitable for use in the design of safety functions up to SIL2 or SIL3.
Using the latest production methods and materials this product meets global certification requirements and its robust design makes it suitable for use in arduous and hazardous environments. Euroswitch products are also available with multi-approvals including combinations of the following global and regional certification standards;
ATEX / IECEx Ex d (Ex db); Ex ia; UL & CSA Cl I Div 1 & 2 and Cl2 Div 1 & 2; TR CU; INMETRO; KCs; FM; JIS; PESO; CCC; and NEPSI.
The RS series proximity switches meet the requirements of IEC 61508:2010 Routes 1H & 1S with Systematic Capability (SC3) as an element/subsystem, and are suitable for use in safety-related systems performing safety functions up to and including SIL 2 with HFT=0 (1oo1) and SIL 3 with HFT =1 (1oo2).
- Body Shape
- Cylindrical
- Body Material
- 316L Stainless Steel
- Contact Material
- Rhodium (Tungsten optional)
- Mounting Thread
- 60.00mm / 2.36" Long (40.00mm / 1.57" for K40 body)
- Max Current
- 2.5A
- Conduit Entry
- n/a
- Temperature Class (T Rating)
- T6
- Sensing Range with Magnet
- Up to the maximum in the magnet table
- Environmental Protection
- IP 66, 67 & 68 (24hrs at 30m)/ NEMA 4X & 6P
- Safety Rating
- SIL 2 / SC3
All of our products are also available as Ordinary Location / General Industrial.
Please select your certification and protection concept for your specific requirement from the Part Number builder below