Banner RP-RM83F Rope Pull Switches User Manual

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11-12

23-24

Break (91N/156N)

11-12

23-24

S2S1

Tension

Set Point

133N/228N

Latch

Pull (175N/300N)

Latch

Safety

Monitor

Safety

Monitor

1211

2423

1211

2423

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11-12

23-24

Break (91N/156N)

11-12

23-24

2-3

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Tension

Set Point

133N/228N

Latch

Pull (175N/300N)

Latch

Safety

Monitor

Safety

Monitor

Aux.

Aux.

1211

2423

1211

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RP-RM83F Heavy-Duty Rope Pull

141245

Emergency Stop Switches

Datasheet

Rope pull switch with an emergency stop button for indoor or outdoor use

• Both safety contacts latch open when rope is pulled, broken, or if
tension is reduced; requires manual reset (IEC 60947-5-5)

• Aluminum die-cast housing, rated IP67 and NEMA 4, suitable for
demanding indoor and outdoor industrial environments

• Innovative RP-RM83F-..LT.. design provides quick, easy rope
adjustment

• Rope spans up to 75 m (245 ft), depending on model

• Both safety contacts are closed with normal rope tension, and open
when rope is pulled or if rope breaks (or if tension is reduced from
normal amount)

• Both Monitoring contacts operate opposite the safety contacts for
monitoring by another device

• Additional Aux. 24V solid-state PNP output on some models provides
remote rope tension monitoring

• Tension indicator window indicates proper rope tension for operation or
safety contacts latched open (the rope pull or the E-stop button is
actuated)

Model Max. Rope

Length

RP-RM83F-75LTE

Rope Connection Aux.

Status

Output

Built-in Turnbuckle

Yes

Run Position Cable

Pulled/
Cable Break

Cable Run Position (All

Models)

RP-RM83F-75LRE Ring S1 S2
RP-RM83F-75LT Built-in Turnbuckle

RP-RM83F-75LR Ring

RP-RM83F-38LTE

75 m (245 ft)

Built-in Turnbuckle

No

Yes

Cable Pulled / Cable Break

Position (All Models)

RP-RM83F-38LRE Ring S1 S2
RP-RM83F-38LT Built-in Turnbuckle

37.5 m (123
ft)

RP-RM83F-38LR Ring

No

Contacts: Open Closed

Switching Diagram

No PNP Aux. Output

Models

PNP Aux. Output Models

NOTE:

This symbol for a positive-opening safety contact (IEC 60947-5-1) is used in the switching

diagram to identify the point in actuator travel where the normally-closed safety contact is fully open.

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RP-RM83F Heavy-Duty Rope Pull Emergency Stop Switches

Important... Read This First

Regarding the Use of Rope Pull Switches. In the United States, the functions that Banner rope pull switches are

intended to perform are regulated by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Whether or not any
particular rope pull switch installation meets all applicable OSHA requirements depends upon factors that are beyond the
control of Banner Engineering Corp. These factors include the details of how the switches are applied, installed, wired,
operated, and maintained.

Banner Engineering Corp. has attempted to provide complete application, installation, operation, and maintenance
instructions in this document. Direct any questions regarding the use or installation of rope pull switches to the factory
applications department.

Banner Engineering Corp. recommends that rope pull switches be applied according to the guidelines set forth in the
standards listed below. In addition, the user is responsible for ensuring all local, state, and national laws, rules, codes, and
regulations relating to the use of Banner rope pull switches in each application are satisfied. Extreme care is urged that all
legal requirements are met and that all installation and maintenance instructions are followed.

Applicable U.S. and International Standards (not all inclusive):
ANSI B11.0 Safety of Machinery, General Requirements, and Risk Assessment
Contact: Safety Director, AMT – The Association for Manufacturing Technology, 7901 Westpark Drive, McLean, VA

22102, Tel.: [phone]
ANSI B11.19 Performance Criteria for Safeguarding
Contact: Safety Director, AMT – The Association for Manufacturing Technology, 7901 Westpark Drive, McLean, VA

22102, Tel.: [phone]
ANSI NFPA 79 Electrical Standard for Industrial Machinery
Contact: National Fire Protection Association, 1 Batterymarch Park, P.O. Box 9101, Quincy, MA 02269-9101, Tel.:

800-344-3555
ANSI/RIA R15.06 Safety Requirements for Industrial Robots and Robot Systems
Contact: Robotic Industries Association, 900 Victors Way, P.O. Box 3724, Ann Arbor, MI 48106, Tel.: [phone]
ISO 12100 Safety of Machinery – General Principles for Design — Risk Assessment and Risk Reduction
IEC 60204-1 Electrical Equipment of Machines Part 1: General Requirements
ISO 13850 (EN 418) Emergency Stop Devices, Functional Aspects – Principles for Design
IEC 60947-5-5 Low Voltage Switchgear – Electrical Emergency Stop Device with Mechanical Latching Function

These and other standards are available from:

NSSN National Resource for Global Standards : http://www.nssn.org/ (Tel: [phone])
IHS Standards Store : http://www.global.ihs.com/ (Tel: [phone])
Document Center : http://www.document-center.com/home.cfm (Tel: [phone])

EC Declaration of Conformity (DOC)

Banner Engineering Corp. herewith declares that the RP-RM83F Heavy-Duty Rope Pull Emergency Stop Switches are
in conformity with the provisions of the Machinery Directive and all essential health and safety requirements have been
met.

Representative in EU: Peter Mertens, Managing Director Banner Engineering Europe. Address: Park Lane, Culliganlaan 2F,
1831 Diegem, Belgium.

Overview

Models RP-RM83F-.. are rope pull emergency stop switches in compact, heavy-duty die-cast aluminum housings, for indoor
or outdoor use. When used with steel wire rope, they can provide emergency stop actuation along conveyors and similar
machinery. Red PVC-covered 2, 3, 4, or 5 mm diameter wire rope is recommended, depending on model (force) and rope
distance.

The switches have redundant contacts; terminals 11/12 are positive opening when there is a cable-pull or cable-brake
situation. When used separately, these contacts provide inputs to a dual-channel safety module. Terminals 11/12 can also
be used individually to provide single-channel switching or as a single-channel input to a safety module. Terminals 23/24
are for monitoring purposes only (closed in a cable-break/cable-pull situation).

When the rope is properly tensioned (228 or 133N, depending on model), the red arrows are centered under the hash
mark on the tension indicator window, the contacts at terminals 11/12 are closed, and the contacts at terminals 23/24 are
open. All models feature a “latching” operation. When the rope is pulled, the switch contacts 11/12 open and remain open
until the built-in E-stop/reset button is manually reset.

These rope pull emergency stop switches are not generally considered safeguarding devices, in that they do not prevent or
reduce exposure of individuals to a hazard. They provide the same function as other types of emergency stop switches.

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Yellow

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RP-RM83F Heavy-Duty Rope Pull Emergency Stop Switches

WARNING: Not a Safeguarding Device
An Emergency Stop Device is not considered a safeguarding device because it requires an

overt action by an individual to stop machine motion or hazards.

A safeguarding device limits or eliminates an individual's exposure to a hazard without action by the
individual or others. Because an individual must actuate the device for it to function, these devices do

not fit the definition of a safeguarding device and cannot be substituted for required safeguarding. Refer
to the relevant standards to determine those requirements.

WARNING: Emergency Stop Functions
Do not mute or bypass any Emergency Stop device. ANSI B11.19, ANSI NFPA79 and IEC/EN

60204-1 require that the Emergency Stop function remain active at all times.

Figure 1. Run Condition (Proper Rope Tension) - Contacts 11/12 Closed

Figure 2. Rope Pulled Condition - Contacts 11/12 Open

Figure 3. Rope Break Condition - Contacts 11/12 Open

Mechanical Installation

• The rope should be easily accessible and visible along its entire length. Markers or flags may be fixed on the rope
to increase its visibility

• Switch body, anchor mounts and wire rope supports (pulleys or eye bolts) must be rigid and secure

• Although pulleys are preferred, a combination of pulleys and/or eye bolts are required to support the wire rope
along its length. When pulled, the wire rope, should move freely through the pulleys or eye bolts to actuate the
switch

• Use only pulleys (not eye bolts) when routing the rope around a corner or whenever direction changes, even
slightly

• Never run rope through conduit or other tubing

• Never attach weights to the rope

• Temperature affects rope tension. The rope expands (lengthens) when temperature increases, and contracts
(shrinks) when temperature decreases. Significant temperature variations require frequent checks of the tension
adjustment

• Do not exceed the maximum specified total rope length. Banner offers models for other spans; contact Banner
Engineering or visit www.bannerengineering.com for model selection

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340 mm

L3

Spring breakage

protector cable

L1

L1

L3

L4 L2

L4

400 mm (16") max.

for actuation of switch

Note:
Force to actuate must
not exceed 200 N (45lbf)

L2

RP-RM83F Heavy-Duty Rope Pull Emergency Stop Switches

WARNING: Failure to use pulleys or eye bolts to support the wire rope can result in damage to the
switch and may create a dangerous situation that could lead to serious injury or death.

Installation Procedure

1. Mount the switch securely on a solid stationary surface.

2. Fasten an eye bolt at the opposite end of the rope span from the switch. Verify that the anchor for the eye bolt is
solid and stationary to withstand the constant tension and possible pull of the rope.

3. Assemble the rope as shown. Keep the rope’s PVC cover intact along its complete length.

4. Use pulleys (recommended) or eye bolts at each support point. Always use a pulley when routing the rope around
a corner, regardless of the angle.

Figure 4. Assembly of Rope and Hardware

Switch Model

75 m 75 m (245 ft)
38 m 37.5 m (123 ft)

Max. Total Length L1

Max. Distance

Between Pulleys L2

3-5 m (10-15 ft) 150 mm (6 inches) 150 mm (6 ft)

Max. Distance to

Spring/Turnbuckle L3

1

Min. Distance Fitting

to Pulley L4

2

All hardware is supplied by the user. See Dimensions for switch mounting hole mounting pattern and size.

Installing Models RP-RM83F-..75 and RP-LS42F-xxLF (with Integral Turnbuckle)

These models have their own integral turnbuckle and clamp to tension the rope and to hold it in place. This innovative
design provides for quick and easy rope fixing and tensioning. These models require no external turnbuckle or any
additional clamp at the switch end of the rope.

To install the rope at the switch end:

1. Strip away several inches of the cable covering.

2. Loosen the set screw on the switch fitting using a 4
mm hex wrench.

3. Insert the cable into the center hole, and pull the
cut end out from the side hole.

4. When the tension is correct, tighten the set screw to
hold the rope firmly in place.

Figure 5. Tightening the rope into the internal turnbuckle (models

RP-RM83F-..LT and -..LTE)

1

Closer, if possible

2

Distance must allow necessary clearance to all mounting hardware.

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