Coded RFID Safety Switches
The ZCode RFID Safety Switches are tamper-proof, non-contact safety switches with magnetic as well as RFID technology for the use in the area of mechanical and plant engineering. This dual-channel and diverse principle once again increases safety.
The Switches achieve a low coding level with Mastercode and high coding level with Unicode version according to EN ISO 14119. The switching status is indicated by a LED. All the ZCode RFID Switches are dust- and water-proof (IP67, ZCode-LRE: IP67K) and have an additional indicator contact.
What is a coded RFID safety switch?
An RFID safety switch is a contactless safety device that monitors whether movable safety guards (such as doors, flaps, or hoods) are closed. Unlike conventional magnetic switches, it uses radio frequency identification (RFID) technology. A read head on the fixed part of the machine transmits a radio signal that is detected and responded to by a transponder on the movable part. Since the switch only responds to a specifically coded transponder, it offers extremely high protection against tampering, as it cannot be easily outwitted with a conventional magnet.
What are the features of a coded RFID safety switch?
- Maximum safety: The dual-channel, diversity principle combining magnetic and RFID technology achieves the highest possible level of safety.
- Highest certified safety: The switches are TÜV-tested in accordance with EN ISO 13849-1 (up to Cat. 4 / PL e) and EN IEC 62061 (SIL 3), comply with the EC Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, and offer extreme protection with IP67 or IP69K enclosure classes, depending on the model.
- Status display at a glance: An integrated LED display shows the current switching status directly on the device for quick diagnosis.
- Additional communication: An integrated signal contact allows status data to be easily transmitted to the control level.
- Efficient series connection: Up to 20 modules can be connected in series to ZANDER safety relays or controllers without any loss of safety.
What are the areas of application for coded RFID safety switches?
- Food and pharmaceutical industry: IP69K certification (ZCode-LRE) makes them perfect for areas with strict hygiene requirements and intensive cleaning processes.
- Packaging machines: Reliable protection for fast-cycling safety doors where mechanical wear is to be avoided.
- Automated production lines: Monitoring of large plant areas thanks to the simple option of connecting up to 20 sensors in series.
- Special machine construction: Wherever a high level of tamper protection is required to prevent personnel from bypassing safety devices.
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Type |
Safety contacts |
Auxilliary contacts / outputs (NC) |
Temperature |
Width in mm |
Approvals |
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2 |
1 |
-25°C up to +80°C |
50 x 25 x 13 |
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2 |
1 |
-25°C up to +80°C |
88 x 25 x 13 |
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2 |
1 |
-25°C up to +80°C |
88 x 25 x 18 |
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2 |
1 |
-25°C up to +80°C |
79 x 29 x 16,5 |
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2 |
1 |
-25°C up to +80°C |
98 x 55 x 32 |
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These switches have a high specification plastic housings to allow the use in almost any environments, including high pressure cleaning following contamination from foreign particles (IP69K). Suitable and certified for the highest safety standards according to EN ISO 13849-1, 14119 and EN 62061.
This switch has a high specification stainless steel housings which allows the use in rough and hygiene critical environments (CIP / SIP Cleaning up to 105°C).
Up to 20 ZCode-modules can be connected in series to the ZANDER safety relays or to a ZANDER safety controller.
