The plastic encased safety switches PSEN me2 and PSEN me3 with separate actuator are suitable for the
mounting on safety guards. They are designated to trigger switching operations in control circuits.
Function
If the safety guard is opened the contact(s) with forced disconnection will break the safety control circuit (safety
contacts get opened).
Safety instructions
Improper installation or manipulation of the safety switch renders the personal protection function useless and can
cause serious injury or accidental death.
In order to maintain the maximum level of safety, always order and use actuators together with the correct safety switches.
be latched onto the actuator
after mounting. The protective cover prevents the
actuator from being easily dismantled and also provides
protection against overtravel of the actuator in case of
not proper installed mechanical end stops for the guard.
Actuating forces :
10 N and 30 N
Rmin. in adjusting direction 50 mm
Rmin. in adjusting
direction 50 mm
Minimum radii reference to a point of rotation on
enclosure top edge S
0
Minimum radii reference to a point of rotation on
enclosure top edge S
0
Mounting dimension for all actuators: 40 mm with M5- screws acc. DIN 912!
Installation
Installation by trained and qualified personnel only!
To mount the switch gear 2 screws M5 shall be used.
Actuator PSEN me2AS and PSEN me2AR:
The user shall make sure that the actuator is form-fit mounted. The actuator mounting should not be solvable with
simple tools. The mounting requires 2 screws M5 acc. DIN 912.
The switch and the actuator shall be aligned during installation in such a way that the maximum permitted
misalignment with closed safety guard, which is stated in the drawing, will not be exceeded. The actuator PSEN
me2AR has to be adjusted in such a way that the actuator can be inserted into the switch head without significant
lateral forces.
The mounting position is any desired but shall support inspection and replacement if necessary by qualified
personnel. Choose such a mounting position that no foreign parts seep into the opening of the actuating device.
The rated degree of protection (IP-Code) of the switch applies only with closed cover lid and when an at least evenly
matched cable gland with adequate cable is used.
The switches shall not be used as mechanical end stops.
Connection type:
2 or 4 screw connectors M3,5 or
6 screw connectors M3
Conductor cross section:
single core 0,5-1,5 mm²/litz wire with
connector sleeve 0,5-1,5 mm²
After mounting the gland
remove the piece inside
Electrical connection
The electrical connection shall only be carried out by trained and qualified personnel!
The electrical contacts of the switches PSEN me2 and PSEN me2.1 feature 2 screw terminals M3,5.
Tightening torque M = 0,8 Nm.
The electrical contacts of the switches PSEN me3, PSEN me3.01, PSEN me3.02, PSEN me3.1 and PSEN me3.11
feature 4 screw terminals M3,5.
Tightening torque M = 0,8 Nm.
The electrical contacts of the switches PSEN me3.2 and PSEN me3.21 feature 6 screw terminals M3.
Tightening torque M = 0,6 Nm.
The connection requires a stranded wire with ferrule or a solid wire with a cross section of 0,5 – 1,5 mm².
For safety circuits acc. EN 60204 use the normally closed contact(s) (N.C.) only.
Rated insulation voltage Ui 250 V AC 250 V AC 250 V AC 400 V AC
Conventional thermal current I
Utilization category
acc. IEC/EN 60947-5-1
5 A 10 A 10 A 5 A
the
AC-15, Ue /Ie
240 V/1,5 A
Type of short-circuit protection 6 A gL/gG 10 A gL/gG 6 A gL/gG 6 A gL/gG
Melting fuse acc. IEC/EN 60947-5-1, annex K
Forced disconnection (N.C.) IEC/EN 60947-5-1
Degree of protection II, protective insulation
Mechanical data
Enclosure Thermoplastic, glass fiber reinforced (UL94-V0)
Cover Thermoplastic, glass fiber reinforced (UL94-V0)
Ambient air temperature -30°C to +80°C, -22°F to +176°F
Cable entry PSEN me2, PSEN me2.1 3 x M16x1,5
PSEN me3, PSEN me3.01, PSEN me3.02 3 x M20x1,5
PSEN me3.1, PSEN me3.11 3 x M20x1,5
PSEN me3.2, PSEN me3.21 2 x M20x1,5
Protection class IP65 acc. EN 60529; DIN VDE 0470 T1
Weight PSEN me2 ≈ 0,1 kg PSEN me3 ≈ 0,13 kg
Actuating device
Actuator Separate actuator (St stainless)
Actuating radius
Actuating speed
2AS ≥ 150 mm
2AR ≥ 50 mm
≤ 0,2 m/s
Extraction force Standard 10N
PSEN me3.02 30N
PSEN me2.1, PSEN me3.01,
PSEN me3.11, PSEN me3.21 100N
Mechanical life 1 x 106 switching cycles
1 x 105 switching cycles (extended actuation force)
Switching frequency
Standards
≤ 30/minute
VDE 0660 T100, DIN EN 60947-1, IEC 60947-1
VDE 0660 T200, DIN EN 60947-5-1, IEC 60947-5-1
Mechanical function test:
Actuate the safety guard und check the proper switching function.
Electrical function test in the safety control circuit:
- Opening the safety guard shall break off the energy of the drive.
- The drive shall only be energized when the safety guard is in its closed position.
Maintenance / Inspection
The switching device is maintenance-free. For trouble-free operation and a long service life the device should be
inspected regularly. Ensure that:
- all components are secure and tight
- switching functions operate properly
- all sealing gaskets are in proper condition
- the components show no signs of tear and wear.
If defects are detected the complete switching device and the actuator have to be replaced.
Liability disclaimer
By breach of the given instructions (concerning the intended use, the safety instructions, the installation and
connection through qualified personnel and the testing of the safety function) any liability expires.