Product category:
Safety relays, interlocks, control systems, electrical components
News Release from: Pilz Automation Technology | Subject: PNOZ X4 safety relays
Edited by the Manufacturingtalk Editorial
Team on 20 October 2000
Versatile safety relay from the
specialists
PNOZ X4 safety relays are approved for applications to category 2, 3 and 4 in accordance with EN 954-1 and offer both single and dual-channel operation in a 45 mm wide housing
Pilz safety relays are characterised by easy handling and flexibility, together with maximum safety Whatever safety application you require - emergency stopping, safety gate monitoring, two-hand control or light curtain integration, to name just a few - Pilz can provide the suitable solution
This article was originally published on Manufacturingtalk on 28 Jul 2008 at 8.00am (UK)
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PNOZ X4 is just one example for achieving diverse application requirements using X-range relays.
All within a 45 mm wide housing, it is approved for applications to category 2, 3 and 4 in accordance with EN 954-1.
This failsafe relay has both single and dual-channel operation and more besides: 3 N/O safety contacts and 1 N/C auxiliary contact provide the user with the option for E-Stop monitoring, safety gate monitoring or interfacing with light curtains having a semiconductor output.
In addition earth faults and faults in the safety circuit are detected, together with any faults in the E-Stop circuit.
It is also possible to increase the number of safety contacts by using expander modules or external contactors and the function of these external devices may be monitored via the feedback loop.
LEDs show channel status and presence of operating voltage.
There are 7 versions available, offering a range of both AC and DC operating voltages to suit your application requirements.
Furthermore there is the option of manual, automatic or monitored manual reset.
All in all this makes the PNOZ X4 an ideal solution to provide the highest level of safety and economics for your individual safety-related requirements.
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