KBA1L21 - TOP PLUNGER PLASTIC POSITION SWITCH 2NO+

KBA1L21 – TOP PLUNGER PLASTIC POSITION SWITCH 2NO+

Lovato Electric KBA1L21 electrical installation component for professional commercial and industrial assemblies, suitable for maintenance, replacement and panel building applications.

SKU: KBA1L21MPN: KBA1L21
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Why Choose the Lovato Electric KBA1L21 Limit Switch?

The Lovato Electric KBA1L21 is a compact and reliable industrial limit switch designed for precise position detection, machine control and automation applications. Part of the Lovato K series limit switch range, it provides dependable mechanical switching performance for industrial machinery, control systems and OEM equipment.

Featuring a top push rod plunger actuator, polymer thermoplastic housing and aluminium-zinc alloy metal plunger, the KBA1L21 delivers accurate operation and excellent durability in demanding industrial environments. Its compact EN 50047 compliant design enables easy installation and integration into a wide range of automation systems.

The KBA1L21 limit switch includes 2NO + 1NC slow action contacts and an M20 bottom cable entry, providing flexible switching options for industrial control circuits. With a 10 A thermal current rating and IP65 body protection, it is suitable for reliable position monitoring in machinery and automation applications.

Key Advantages

  • Reliable Lovato K series limit switch for industrial automation.
  • Top push rod plunger design for accurate mechanical position sensing.
  • 2NO + 1NC slow action contacts for versatile control circuit integration.
  • Strong polymer thermoplastic housing for industrial environments.
  • Metal plunger actuator provides dependable mechanical operation.
  • IP65 protection rating helps protect against dust and water ingress.

Key Features

  • Lovato Electric K series limit switch.
  • Model: KBA1L21.
  • Top push rod plunger actuator.
  • 2NO + 1NC slow action contacts.
  • M20 bottom cable entry.
  • Polymer thermoplastic housing.
  • Aluminium-zinc alloy metal plunger.
  • Designed to EN 50047 dimensions.
  • Suitable for industrial automation and machine control applications.

Reliable Position Detection for Industrial Automation

Industrial limit switches such as the Lovato Electric KBA1L21 provide accurate mechanical feedback by detecting movement, travel limits and machine component positions. They are widely used in automated equipment to control sequences, improve operational reliability and support machine safety functions.

The KBA1L21 combines robust materials, flexible contact configuration and compact dimensions, making it suitable for integration into production machinery, electrical control panels and industrial automation systems.

Typical Applications

  • Industrial machinery and automation equipment.
  • Machine position monitoring systems.
  • Conveyor and material handling systems.
  • Packaging and production machinery.
  • Control panels and electrical assemblies.
  • OEM machine building applications.

Technical Specifications

Weight [g] 73
Qty. per package 1
Multiple qty. of packs per order 1
Package dimensions [mm] 100X044X032
Volume [cm³] 140.8
Bar code [EAN13] 8013975113554
Product designation Top push rod plunger
Product type designation KBA
Housing Polymer thermoplastic
Rod Aluminium-zinc alloy
Type of contact 2NO+1NC 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
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
Mechanical life <10000000
Mechanical operation 3600
min [°C] -40
max [°C] +70
Terminals IP20
Body housing IP65
Pollution degree 3
ETIM 8.0 EC000030 - End switch
HS Code 85365080

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Lovato Electric KBA1L21 used for?

The KBA1L21 is an industrial limit switch used for detecting the position and movement of machine components in automation and control applications.

What type of actuator does the KBA1L21 have?

The KBA1L21 features a top push rod plunger actuator with a metal plunger for reliable mechanical switching operation.

What contact configuration does the KBA1L21 provide?

The Lovato KBA1L21 provides 2 normally open and 1 normally closed slow action contacts for flexible industrial control applications.

What cable connection does the KBA1L21 use?

The KBA1L21 uses an M20 bottom cable entry for straightforward electrical installation.

Where is the KBA1L21 typically installed?

The KBA1L21 is typically installed on industrial machinery, automation equipment and electrical control systems requiring reliable position detection.

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Lovato Electric K series limit switches provide reliable mechanical switching, accurate position detection and durable performance for modern industrial automation systems.

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