KP & KP-SS Kobra Interlock Tongue Switch

IDEM KP Interlock Tongue Switches are designed to provide position interlock detection for moving guards. IDEM KP Switches are designed to fit to the leading edge of sliding, hinged or lift off machine guards. They provide a forced disconnect of the safety contacts at the withdrawal of the actuator and have an anti-tamper mechanism. The head can be rotated to give 4 actuator entry positions. Flexible Actuator and Stainless Steel head versions are available. Contact blocks are replaceable with optional explosion proof versions. They are sealed to IP67 with the ability to survive most wash down solutions due to the high material specification.

Application/Operation

Tongue operated Safety Interlock Switches are designed to fit to the leading edge of sliding, hinged or lift off machine guards to provide positively operated switching contacts and provide a tamper resistant actuator mechanism. They are designed to provide robust position interlock detection for moving guards.

The switch is rigidly mounted to the frame of the guard or machine. The actuator is fitted to the moving part (frame) of the guard and is aligned to the switch entry aperture. The actuator profile is designed to match a cam mechanism within the switch head and provides a positively operated not easily defeatable interlock switch. When the actuator is inserted into the switch the safety contacts close and allow the machine start circuit to be enabled. When the actuator is withdrawn the safety contacts are positively opened and the machine circuit is broken.

For more information about the IDEM K-15 Kobra Tongue Switch, contact More Control on 0345 00 00 400.