Lovato Electric KBN1L12 electrical installation component for professional commercial and industrial assemblies, suitable for maintenance, replacement and panel building applications.
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The Lovato Electric KBN1L12 is a K series key operated safety limit switch designed for reliable machine safety monitoring and industrial automation applications. Featuring a straight key actuator, polymer thermoplastic housing, and 1NO+2NC slow action contacts, this safety switch provides dependable operation for machine guards, access doors, and protective covers.
Product Overview
The Lovato KBN1L12 provides secure mechanical monitoring using a key-operated actuator system. Designed for installation on safety guards and machine access points, the switch detects opening or movement of protective barriers and provides reliable switching through its normally open and normally closed slow action contacts. The unit features an M20 bottom cable entry, IP65 protection, and dimensions compliant with EN 50047 standards.
Key Features
Manufacturer: Lovato Electric
Model: KBN1L12
K series key operated safety limit switch
Straight key actuator
1NO + 2NC slow action contacts
Polymer thermoplastic housing
IP65 protection rating
M20 bottom cable entry
EN 50047 compliant dimensions
Suitable for machine safety and industrial automation applications
Applications
Machine guard monitoring
Safety door interlocking systems
Industrial automation equipment
Manufacturing machinery
Production line safety systems
Control and monitoring installations
Why Choose the Lovato KBN1L12?
The Lovato KBN1L12 offers a dependable safety switching solution for industrial machinery protection. Its key-operated design, 1NO+2NC slow action contact configuration, durable thermoplastic construction, and IP65 protection make it suitable for applications requiring reliable monitoring of access points and protective guards.
Technical Specifications
Weight [g]
96
Qty. per package
1
Multiple qty. of packs per order
1
Package dimensions [mm]
100X044X032
Volume [cm³]
140.8
Bar code [EAN13]
8013975115237
Product designation
Key operated
Product type designation
KBN
Housing Material
Polymer thermoplastic
Key shape
Straight
Type of contact
1NO+2NC Slow action
Thermal current Ith
10
IEC/EN 60947-5-1 designation
A600 Q600
Rated insulation voltage Ui [V]
690
Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp
6
Insulation class
II
Short-circuit protection with fuse
10 gG/SC QUICK FUSE
min
16
max
14
IEC Conventional free air thermal current Ith
10
Resistance per pole (average value)
<10
Mechanical life
100000
B10d
100000
Mechanical operation
3600
Operating head fixing
Locking bayonet insert
min [mm²]
1.5
max [mm²]
2.5
Cable connection
Self-releasing screw terminal
Cable entry
M20 on the bottom
Pollution degree
3
min [°C]
-40
max [°C]
+70
ETIM 8.0
EC000030 - End switch
HS Code
85365080
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of switch is the Lovato KBN1L12?
The Lovato KBN1L12 is a key operated safety limit switch from the Lovato KBN series, designed for machine safety and position monitoring applications.
What contacts does the Lovato KBN1L12 have?
The KBN1L12 features 1 normally open (NO) and 2 normally closed (NC) slow action contacts.
What actuator does the KBN1L12 use?
The Lovato KBN1L12 uses a straight key actuator designed for monitoring machine guards, doors, and protective covers.
What is the protection rating of the Lovato KBN1L12?
The Lovato KBN1L12 has an IP65 protection rating, providing protection against dust ingress and water jets suitable for industrial environments.
Weight [g]
96
Qty. per package
1
Multiple qty. of packs per order
1
Package dimensions [mm]
100X044X032
Volume [cm³]
140.8
Bar code [EAN13]
8013975115237
Product designation
Key operated
Product type designation
KBN
Housing Material
Polymer thermoplastic
Key shape
Straight
Type of contact
1NO+2NC Slow action
Thermal current Ith
10
IEC/EN 60947-5-1 designation
A600 Q600
Rated insulation voltage Ui [V]
690
Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp
6
Insulation class
II
Short-circuit protection with fuse
10 gG/SC QUICK FUSE
min
16
max
14
IEC Conventional free air thermal current Ith
10
Resistance per pole (average value)
<10
Mechanical life
100000
B10d
100000
Mechanical operation
3600
Operating head fixing
Locking bayonet insert
min [mm²]
1.5
max [mm²]
2.5
Cable connection
Self-releasing screw terminal
Cable entry
M20 on the bottom
Pollution degree
3
min [°C]
-40
max [°C]
+70
ETIM 8.0
EC000030 - End switch
HS Code
85365080
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