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PLN978 - LIMIT SWITCHES DUAL OPERATION ROD PLUNGE

PLN978 – LIMIT SWITCHES DUAL OPERATION ROD PLUNGE

Lovato Electric PLN978 electrical installation component for professional commercial and industrial assemblies, suitable for maintenance, replacement and panel building applications.

SKU: PLN978MPN: PLN978
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Lovato PLN978 Bi-Directional Rod Plunger Limit Switch 2NC IP65

Lovato PLN978 Bi-Directional Rod Plunger Limit Switch 2NC IP65

The Lovato PLN978 is a metal limit switch from the Lovato PL series featuring a bi-directional rod plunger actuator and two independent normally closed contacts. Designed for industrial automation, machinery control and position detection applications, this robust switch provides reliable mechanical switching performance in demanding environments.

Constructed with a durable aluminium-zinc alloy housing, the PLN978 offers IP65 protection, PG11 cable entry with cable gland and a 10A thermal current rating. Its bi-directional rod plunger actuator allows flexible mechanical actuation from either direction, making it suitable for a wide range of industrial control and monitoring applications.

Key Features

  • Original Lovato Electric PLN978 metal limit switch
  • PL series bi-directional rod plunger actuator
  • 2NC independent normally closed contacts
  • Durable aluminium-zinc alloy housing
  • IP65 protection rating for industrial environments
  • PG11 cable entry with cable gland
  • Forced opening operation
  • Suitable for industrial automation and machine control systems
  • Compact design for OEM and replacement installations

Applications

  • Industrial machinery position monitoring
  • Automation and control systems
  • Machine end position detection
  • OEM equipment installations
  • Industrial switching applications

What’s Included

  • Lovato PLN978 metal limit switch
  • Bi-directional rod plunger actuator
  • Integrated 2NC independent contact system

Technical Specifications

Weight [g] 265
Qty. per package 1
Multiple qty. of packs per order 1
Package dimensions [mm] 088X055X120
Volume [cm³] 580.8
Bar code [EAN13] 8013975078129
Product designation Bi-directional - Rod plunger
Product type designation PLN978
Housing Aluminium-zinc alloy
Type of contact 2NC
Thermal current Ith 10
Rated insulation voltage Ui [V] 400
Short-circuit protection with fuse 10 gG/SC QUICK FUSE
IEC Conventional free air thermal current Ith 10
Resistance per pole (average value) <10
Operating head fixing Fixed
max 14
max [mm²] 2.5
Cable connection Screw terminal with clamp
Cable entry PG11 with cable gland
Mechanical life >10000000
Mechanical operation 3600
min [°C] -40
max [°C] +70
Body housing IP65
ETIM 8.0 EC000030 - End switch
HS Code 85365080
Housing Material Metal
Connection PG11 cable entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Lovato PLN978?

The Lovato PLN978 is a metal limit switch with a bi-directional rod plunger actuator and 2NC independent contacts designed for industrial position monitoring applications.

What contact configuration does the PLN978 have?

The PLN978 features two independent normally closed (2NC) contacts.

What protection rating does the Lovato PLN978 provide?

The Lovato PLN978 has an IP65 protection rating, making it suitable for industrial environments requiring protection against dust and water ingress.

What actuator does the PLN978 use?

The PLN978 uses a bi-directional rod plunger actuator that can be mechanically operated from either direction.

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