
Safety Interlock
13 Series
Interlock switches provide another layer of safety in industrial production environments, helping protect operators and equipment from the hazards of unexpected machine motion. IDEC offers a complete lineup of safety interlock switches to keep your personnel and production assets safe from harm. After simple installation into your safety circuit, interlock switches make sure doors and gates are closed before any machine or process can begin. IDEC’s family of HS safety interlock switches comes in a wide range of sizes, contact configurations and available functions to meet the needs of multiple applications. From machine tools and material handling equipment to packaging lines and semiconductor manufacturing, interlock switches are a robust and reliable method to help guarantee operator safety. Switches feature either metal or plastic heads and bodies and offer connection options to fit just about any safeguarding application. As with all IDEC safety products, HS interlock switches comply with domestic and European safety standards.Our new HS1T interlock switch provides safety, performance and cost advantages for equipment manufacturers, machinery builders, packaged system designers, robotics implementations and OEMs of all types. The device is suitable for many industries and can serve as the preferred model for many applications.
This interlock switch delivers an industry-leading 5000N of locking force and meets the requirements of ISO 14119:203 for Lock Monitoring where both the status of the position and the locking function of a protective door can be monitored through the lock monitoring contact.
By using this interlock switch fewer on-board contacts are needed to achieve redundant safety circuits and additional monitoring circuits, reducing the amount of wiring on the device. Installers will also appreciate that the HS1T has multiple available cable entry ports, with faster and more reliable wiring connections made possible by spring clamp terminals. These connections offer excellent vibration resistance, prevent wires from loosening and never need tightening. CATALOG
Spring Lock Type
Automatically locks the actuator without power to the solenoid. Unlocking is accomplished by energizing the solenoid, providing a high level of safety. Manual unlocking is possible in the event of power failure or maintenance.
Solenoid Lock Type
The actuator is locked only when actuator is in place and is solenoid energized. The actuator is unlocked when de-energized. CATALOG
HS5D safety switches are the first in their class to allow you to monitor if the head is separated from the body. Some interlock switches on the market have configurable heads, but none except the HS5D have a contact that allows easy identification of detachment of head, providing an extra safety measure.
HS5D Switches are available with metal or plastic heads. The metal head can prevent damage and can also be rotated eight different ways based on actuator entry, providing mounting flexibility for each unique situation. CATALOG
Spring Lock Type
Automatically locks the actuator without power to the solenoid. Unlocking is accomplished by energizing the solenoid, providing a high level of safety. Manual unlocking is possible in the event of power failure or maintenance.
Solenoid Lock Type
The actuator is locked only when actuator is in place and is solenoid energized. The actuator is unlocked when de-energized. CATALOG
A key lock type safety interlock switch is a type of safety interlock switch that incorporates a key-operated mechanism for controlling access to hazardous areas or equipment. It is commonly used in industrial applications where a higher level of security and control is required. The interlock switch is designed with a key-operated mechanism as the primary means of actuation, which means that the switch can only be engaged or disengaged using a specific key, ensuring that only authorized personnel have control over access to protected areas. This helps prevent accidents, protect valuable equipment, and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
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