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MKey Mechanical Safety Switches

The MKEY switches are available in several versions to meet different needs. Depending on the environment where the switch will be used, different material can be chosen. For extra durability, stainless steel versions are available. They also have rotary heads which provides ease of mounting and offer different actuator entry positions.

Features and benefits

Easy to install
  • Many types of actuators available depending on application
  • Easy mounting with rotating head
     
Continuous operation
  • Cam system in switches all rotate the same direction reducing wear giving long mechanical life and good tolerance to misalignment
  • “Double wide seal gaskets” enables switches to keep its IP rating for the life of the switch
  • IP69K stainless steel models available
     
Optimum interface
  • Available in all industry standard footprints with 1/2NPT conduit entry
  • MKEY can be connected to a safety relay or safety PLC
     

MKey offering



 

Contacts

Angle Key

Standard Key

40N holding Force

Plastic Head

Stainless steel Head

             

MKEY 1

2NC + 1NO

     
             

MKEY 2

2NC + 1NO

     
             

MKEY 4

2NC + 1NO

   
             

MKEY 5

2NC + 1NO

   
             

MKEY 5Z

2NC + 1NO

 
             

MKEY 6

2NC + 1NO

             

MKEY 6Z

2NC + 1NO


“Z” in the part description indicates it is stainless steel & IP69k
 

Application

Used for interlocking (monitors) moveable guards (ex. doors and hatches).  They are designed to fit the leading edge of a sliding, hinged or lift off machine guard.