PLNU1A – 1NO+1NC TOP PUSH ROD PLUNGER LIMIT SWITC

Lovato Electric PLNU1A electrical installation component for professional commercial and industrial assemblies, suitable for maintenance, replacement and panel building applications.

SKU: PLNU1AMPN: PLNU1A

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Lovato PLNU1A Top Push Rod Plunger Limit Switch 1NO+1NC IP40

The Lovato PLNU1A is a robust industrial metal limit switch featuring a top push rod plunger actuator, one normally open contact and one normally closed contact (1NO+1NC). Designed for reliable mechanical position detection, the PLNU1A provides accurate switching performance for industrial automation, machinery control, and monitoring applications.

Lovato PLNU1A Limit Switch Overview

The Lovato PLNU1A belongs to the PLN series of metal limit switches and is engineered for dependable operation in industrial environments. It features an aluminium-zinc alloy housing, fixed operating head, screw terminals with clamp connection, and a PG11 cable entry for secure electrical installation.

With a 1NO+1NC contact configuration, a 10A thermal current rating, and an IP40 protection rating, the PLNU1A is suitable for applications requiring reliable mechanical switching and long operational life.

Key Features

Manufacturer: Lovato Electric
Model: PLNU1A
Product Type: Top push rod plunger limit switch
Contact Configuration: 1NO + 1NC
Protection Rating: IP40
Housing Material: Aluminium-zinc alloy
Actuator Type: Top push rod plunger
Rated Thermal Current: 10A
Cable Entry: PG11
Mechanical Life: More than 10 million operations

Applications

The Lovato PLNU1A limit switch is suitable for a wide range of industrial automation and control applications, including:

Industrial machinery position sensing
Automation equipment
Machine control systems
Conveyor and handling equipment
Production line monitoring
Mechanical switching applications

Why Choose Lovato PLNU1A?

The Lovato PLNU1A delivers dependable position detection with a durable metal construction, precise plunger operation, and long mechanical service life. Its compact design and reliable switching characteristics make it a practical choice for industrial control systems requiring consistent performance.

Technical Specifications

Weight [g]	240
Qty. per package	1
Multiple qty. of packs per order	1
Package dimensions [mm]	088X055X120
Volume [cm³]	580.8
Bar code [EAN13]	8013975078457
Product designation	Top push rod plunger
Product type designation	PLN…A
Housing	Aluminium-zinc alloy
Type of contact	1NO+1NC
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
Mechanical life	>10000000
Mechanical operation	3600
min [°C]	-40
max [°C]	+70
Body housing	IP40
ETIM 8.0	EC000030 - End switch
HS Code	85365080
Housing Material	Metal
Connection	PG11 cable entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of actuator does the Lovato PLNU1A use?

The Lovato PLNU1A uses a top push rod plunger actuator for mechanical position detection applications.

What contact configuration does the PLNU1A have?

The Lovato PLNU1A features one normally open contact and one normally closed contact (1NO+1NC).

What is the IP rating of the Lovato PLNU1A?

The Lovato PLNU1A has an IP40 protection rating.

What is the rated current of the Lovato PLNU1A?

The PLNU1A has a thermal current rating of 10A.

Weight [g]	240
Qty. per package	1
Multiple qty. of packs per order	1
Package dimensions [mm]	088X055X120
Volume [cm³]	580.8
Bar code [EAN13]	8013975078457
Product designation	Top push rod plunger
Product type designation	PLN…A
Housing	Aluminium-zinc alloy
Type of contact	1NO+1NC
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
Mechanical life	>10000000
Mechanical operation	3600
min [°C]	-40
max [°C]	+70
Body housing	IP40
ETIM 8.0	EC000030 - End switch
HS Code	85365080
Housing Material	Metal
Connection	PG11 cable entry

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