Lovato Electric KBN2L12 electrical installation component for professional commercial and industrial assemblies, suitable for maintenance, replacement and panel building applications.
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The Lovato Electric KBN2L12 is a professional safety limit switch from the K series,
designed for industrial safety applications requiring reliable key-operated switching. Featuring an
angled key actuator, polymer thermoplastic housing and a 1NO+2NC slow-action contact configuration,
the KBN2L12 provides dependable operation for machinery safety circuits, control panels and industrial
automation installations.
Built to EN 50047 dimensional standards, this Lovato safety switch includes a bottom M20 cable entry,
forced opening capability and robust mechanical construction suitable for demanding industrial
environments. The compact plastic body design allows straightforward installation while maintaining
reliable switching performance.
Why Choose the Lovato Electric KBN2L12?
Genuine Lovato Electric component: Manufactured to Lovato Electric quality standards for dependable industrial use.
Reliable contact configuration: Features 1 normally open and 2 normally closed slow-action contacts.
Durable construction: Polymer thermoplastic housing designed for professional industrial installations.
Easy integration: EN 50047 dimensions and M20 cable entry support convenient panel and machine installation.
Product Specifications
Manufacturer
Lovato Electric
Product Code
KBN2L12
Product Type
Safety Limit Switch
Series
KBN
Actuator Type
Key operated angled key
Contact Configuration
1NO + 2NC Slow Action
Housing Material
Polymer thermoplastic
Cable Entry
M20 bottom entry
Thermal Current Ith
10A
Rated Insulation Voltage Ui
690V
Rated Impulse Withstand Voltage Uimp
6kV
Mechanical Life
100,000 cycles
Operating Temperature
-25°C to +70°C
Protection Rating
IP65
Weight
96.7g
EAN
8013975115282
Applications
Industrial machinery safety circuits
Machine guard door monitoring
Automation and control panels
Electrical maintenance and replacement projects
Industrial equipment protection systems
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]
8013975115282
Product designation
Key operated
Product type designation
KBN
Housing Material
Polymer thermoplastic
Key shape
Angled
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 is the Lovato KBN2L12 used for?
The Lovato KBN2L12 is a key-operated safety limit switch used for monitoring machine guards,
access doors and safety interlock applications in industrial environments.
What contacts does the KBN2L12 have?
The KBN2L12 features a 1NO + 2NC slow-action contact arrangement for safety control applications.
Is the Lovato KBN2L12 suitable for industrial environments?
Yes. With a durable thermoplastic housing, IP65 protection and a wide operating temperature range,
the KBN2L12 is designed for professional industrial installations.
What cable connection does the KBN2L12 use?
The switch uses a bottom M20 cable entry with self-releasing screw terminals for electrical connection.
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]
8013975115282
Product designation
Key operated
Product type designation
KBN
Housing Material
Polymer thermoplastic
Key shape
Angled
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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