Electrical Safety Devices
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PILZ-777340
Pilz PILZ-777340 is a safety relay designed for dual-channel safety relay operations with two-hand monitoring type III C. It features DIN rail mounting and operates within an ambient air temperature range of -25 to +55°C. The device has a net height of 94 mm, a width of 45 mm, and a depth of 121 mm. It is rated for safety output contacts at 5A for both 24Vdc (DC-1) and 240Vac (AC-1), 1.5A at 24Vdc (DC-13), and 2.5A at 230Vac (AC-15). Connection is facilitated through plug-in/detachable screw terminal connections. This part falls under the P2HZ X1.10P sub-range and offers a degree of protection of IP40. The supply voltage required is 20.4-26.4Vdc, with a nominal 24Vdc. The housing is made of PPO with an ABS front, and it consumes 2.5 W of power. Its operating mode supports dual-channel operation with detection of shorts across contacts and includes a redundant input circuit for detecting earth faults and short circuits. It features 3 x instantaneous safety outputs and 3 x instantaneous auxiliary outputs, including semiconductor outputs. The protection functions include detection of shorts across contacts, and it also has 2 x digital inputs and 1 x feedback loop input for comprehensive safety and control.
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PILZ-777302
Pilz PILZ-777302 is a safety relay designed for single or dual-channel operation with functions including safety gate monitoring, instantaneous E-STOP monitoring, limit switch monitoring, and light beam device monitoring for type 2 and type 4, with or without test pulse. It features a monitored manual reset and is suitable for DIN rail mounting. The ambient air temperature for operation ranges from -35 to +55°C, and it has a net height of 94 mm. The safety output contacts are rated at 6A for both 24Vdc (DC-1) and 240Vac (AC-1), and 5A for 24Vdc (DC-13) and 230Vac (AC-15). Connection is facilitated through plug-in/detachable screw terminals, with a supply voltage of 20.4-26.4Vac (24Vac nominal) and 20.4-26.4Vdc (24Vdc nominal). The PNOZ X2.7P sub-range part has dimensions of W22.5mm, a degree of protection of IP40, and is constructed from PPO housing with an ABS front housing. The net width is 22.5 mm, and it has a power consumption of 2.5 W with a net depth of 121 mm. Operating modes include single-channel operation without redundancy, dual-channel operation with and without detection of shorts across contacts, and monitored start. It offers 3 x instantaneous safety outputs (3NO) and 1 x instantaneous auxiliary output (1NC), with 2 operating modes for protection functions, and 2 x digital inputs plus 1 x start input.
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PILZ-777300
Pilz PILZ-777300 is a safety relay designed for single or dual-channel operation with capabilities for safety gate monitoring, instantaneous E-STOP monitoring, limit switch monitoring, and light beam device monitoring of type 2 (with or without test pulse) & type 4. It offers DIN rail mounting and operates within an ambient air temperature range of -35 to +55 °C. The device has a net height of 94 mm, a width of 22.5 mm, and a depth of 121 mm. It features plug-in/detachable screw terminal connections and is powered by a supply voltage of 20.4-26.4Vac (24Vac nominal) or 20.4-26.4Vdc (24Vdc nominal). The safety output contacts are rated at 6A for both 24Vdc (DC-1) and 240Vac (AC-1), and 5A for 24Vdc (DC-13) and 230Vac (AC-15). The PILZ-777300, part of the PNOZ X2.8P sub-range, has a power consumption of 2.5 W, offers three instantaneous safety outputs (3NO), and one instantaneous auxiliary output (1NC). It is constructed with a PPO housing and an ABS front housing, providing an IP40 degree of protection. The operating modes include options without detection of shorts across contacts and with detection of shorts across contacts, allowing for increased contact availability through external modules or contactors/relays. It also features two digital inputs and one start input for comprehensive monitoring and control.
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PILZ-777059
Pilz PILZ-777059 is a safety relay designed for single or dual-channel operation with capabilities for safety gate, instantaneous E-STOP, limit switch, pressure sensitive edge, and mat monitoring. It features DIN rail mounting, operates within an ambient air temperature range of -10 to +55°C, and has a net height of 94 mm. The safety output contacts are rated at 8A for both 24Vdc (DC-1) and 240Vac (AC-1), 6A for 24Vdc (DC-13), and 5A for 230Vac (AC-15). Connection is facilitated through plug-in/detachable spring terminal connections. The supply voltage requirements are 20.4-26.4Vac (24Vac nominal) and 20.4-26.4Vdc (24Vdc nominal) for AC and DC respectively, belonging to the PNOZ 16SP sub-range. Dimensions include a width of 45mm and a depth of 121mm, with a degree of protection rated at IP40. The housing is made of PPO with an ABS front, and the power consumption is 3.5 VA. Operating modes include single-channel without redundancy, dual-channel with redundancy and detection of various faults, automatic start, and manual start. It supports the connection of contact expansion modules or external contactors/relays for increased contact availability. Digital outputs consist of 2 x instantaneous safety outputs and 2 x instantaneous auxiliary outputs, with protection functions including detection of shorts across contacts. Digital inputs include 2 x digital inputs, 1 x feedback input, and 1 x start input.
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PILZ-774545
Pilz PILZ-774545 is a safety relay designed for single or dual-channel operation with capabilities for safety gate monitoring, instantaneous E-STOP monitoring, limit switch monitoring, and monitored manual reset. It is suitable for DIN rail mounting and operates within an ambient air temperature range of -10 to +55°C. This model has a net height of 87 mm, a rated current for safety output contacts of 8A at 24Vdc (DC-1), 8A at 240Vac (AC-1), 7A at 24Vdc (DC-13), and 5A at 230Vac (AC-15). It features fixed screw terminal connections and belongs to the PNOZ X13 sub-range. The dimensions include a width of 45mm and a depth of 121mm, with a degree of protection rated at IP40. The supply voltage requirement is 20.4-26.4Vdc (24Vdc nominal). The housing is made of PPO with an ABS front, and the power consumption is rated at 4.5 W. The operating modes include single-channel operation without redundancy, dual-channel operation with redundancy, automatic start, and monitored start. It has 5 x instantaneous safety outputs and 1 x instantaneous auxiliary output, alongside protection functions for detecting shorts across contacts. The digital inputs consist of 2 x digital inputs and 1 x start input.
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PILZ-774540
Pilz PILZ-774540 is a safety relay designed for single or dual-channel operation, offering features such as safety gate monitoring, instantaneous and delayed E-STOP monitoring, limit switch monitoring, and monitored manual reset. It is suitable for DIN rail mounting and operates within an ambient air temperature range of -10 to +55°C. The device has a net height of 87 mm, a width of 90 mm, and a depth of 121 mm, with a degree of protection rated at IP40. The safety output contacts are rated at 8A for both 24Vdc (DC-1) and 240Vac (AC-1), 7A for 24Vdc (DC-13), and 5A for 230Vac (AC-15). Connection is facilitated through fixed screw terminal connections. The PILZ-774540, part of the PNOZ XV3.1 sub-range, has a supply voltage requirement of 20.4-26.4Vdc (24Vdc nominal), with a power consumption of 4.5 W. The housing is made of PPO with an ABS front, ensuring compatibility with various industrial environments. It features 3 x instantaneous safety outputs and 1 x instantaneous auxiliary output, along with 2 x delayed safety outputs with a selectable time delay. The relay supports 2 operating modes, with or without detection of shorts across contacts, and includes 2 x digital inputs, 1 x start input, and 1 x reset input for comprehensive safety and control in automation systems.
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PILZ-774538
Pilz PILZ-774538 is a safety relay designed for single or dual-channel operation with features including safety gate monitoring, instantaneous and delayed E-STOP monitoring, limit switch monitoring, and a monitored manual reset. It is suitable for DIN rail mounting and operates within an ambient air temperature range of -10 to +55°C. This model has a net height of 87 mm, a rated current for safety output contacts of 8A at 24Vdc (DC-1) and 240Vac (AC-1), 7A at 24Vdc (DC-13), and 5A at 230Vac (AC-15), with fixed screw terminal connections. It belongs to the PNOZ XV3 sub-range, with dimensions of 45mm in width, a degree of protection of IP40, and a supply voltage of 20.4-26.4Vdc (24Vdc nominal). The housing is made of PPO with an ABS front, and it has a net width of 45 mm and a depth of 121 mm. Power consumption is 4.5 W. Operating modes include single-channel operation without redundancy, dual-channel operation with and without detection of shorts across contacts, automatic start, and monitored start. It features 3 x instantaneous safety outputs and 2 x delayed safety outputs with a selectable time delay, alongside 2 operating modes for protection functions. Digital inputs include 2 x digital inputs, 1 x start input, and 1 x reset input.
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PILZ-774508
Pilz PILZ-774508 is a safety relay designed for single or dual-channel operation with capabilities for safety gate monitoring, instantaneous and delayed E-STOP monitoring, and limit switch monitoring. It features DIN rail mounting and operates within an ambient air temperature range of -10 to +55°C. The device has a net height of 87 mm, a width of 45 mm, and a depth of 121 mm, with a degree of protection rated at IP40. It supports a rated current for safety output contacts of 6A at 24Vdc (DC-1) and 240Vac (AC-1), and 5A at 24Vdc (DC-13) and 230Vac (AC-15), with fixed screw terminal connections. The PILZ-774508, part of the PNOZ X2.4V sub-range, requires a supply voltage of 20.4-26.4Vdc (24Vdc nominal) and consumes 2W of power. Its housing is made of PPO with an ABS front, and it offers 4 x delayed safety outputs and 1 x instantaneous auxiliary output, alongside digital inputs and a start input. The relay's operating modes include automatic and manual start, with the ability to detect various faults and shorts, and it allows for the expansion of contact numbers through external modules or contactors/relays.
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PILZ-774504
Pilz PILZ-774504 is a safety relay designed for single or dual-channel operation with capabilities for safety gate monitoring, instantaneous and delayed E-STOP monitoring, limit switch monitoring, and monitored manual reset. It is suitable for DIN rail mounting and operates within an ambient air temperature range of -10 to +55°C. This model, part of the PNOZ XV2 sub-range, measures 87 mm in height, 45 mm in width, and 121 mm in depth, with a degree of protection rated at IP40. The safety output contacts are rated at 8A for both 24Vdc (DC-1) and 240Vac (AC-1), 7A for 24Vdc (DC-13), and 5A for 230Vac (AC-15). Connection is facilitated through fixed screw terminal connections. The supply voltage requirement is 20.4-26.4Vdc (24Vdc nominal), with a power consumption of 4.5 W. The housing is made of PPO with an ABS front, ensuring compatibility with various industrial environments. It features 2 x instantaneous safety outputs and 2 x delayed safety outputs, with the delayed outputs offering a selectable time delay. The relay also includes digital inputs for enhanced functionality and protection features such as detection of shorts across contacts.
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PILZ-774434
Pilz PILZ-774434 is a safety relay designed for single or dual-channel operation with capabilities for safety gate monitoring, instantaneous and delayed E-STOP monitoring, limit switch monitoring, and monitored manual reset. It is suitable for DIN rail mounting and operates within an ambient air temperature range of -10 to +55 °C. This model has a net height of 87 mm, a rated current for safety output contacts of 8A at 24Vdc (DC-1), 8A at 240Vac (AC-1), 7A at 24Vdc (DC-13), and 5A at 230Vac (AC-15), with fixed screw terminal connections. The PNOZ XV2 sub-range part features dimensions of W45mm x D121mm, an IP40 degree of protection, and a supply voltage of 20.4-26.4Vdc (24Vdc nom.). It is constructed with a PPO housing and an ABS front housing, has a net width of 45 mm, and consumes 4.5 W of power. The operating modes include detection of earth faults and shorts across contacts, with automatic or monitored start options. It offers 2 x instantaneous safety outputs and 2 x delayed safety outputs with a fixed time-delay of 0.5s, alongside protection functions like detection of shorts across contacts. Additionally, it has 2 x digital inputs, 1 x start input, and 1 x reset input for comprehensive safety monitoring and control.
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PILZ-774340
Pilz PILZ-774340 is a safety relay designed for dual-channel safety relay operations with two-hand monitoring type III C. It is suitable for DIN rail mounting and can operate within an ambient air temperature range of -25 to +55°C. This part has a net height of 87 mm and supports a rated current for safety output contacts of 5A at 24Vdc (DC-1), 5A at 240Vac (AC-1), 1.5A at 24Vdc (DC-13), and 2.5A at 230Vac (AC-15). It features fixed screw terminal connections and belongs to the P2HZ X3 sub-range. The dimensions include a width of 22.5mm and a degree of protection rated at IP40. The supply voltage requirement is 20.4-26.4Vdc (24Vdc nominal) with a power consumption of 2.5 W. The housing is made of PPO with an ABS front, and the net width is 22.5 mm with a depth of 121 mm. Its operating mode includes dual-channel operation with detection of shorts across contacts and a redundant input circuit that detects earth faults in the start and input circuit, short circuits in the input circuit, and shorts across contacts in the input circuit. The digital outputs consist of 2 x instantaneous safety outputs (2NO / 2xSPST-NO each made of 2 N.O. contacts in series; 5A 24Vdc DC-1 or 240Vac AC-1 resistive load) (13-14; 23-24) and 1 x instantaneous auxiliary output (1NC / SPST-NC made of 2 N.C. contacts in parallel) (31-32). It includes protection functions for the detection of shorts across contacts and has 2 x digital inputs (24Vdc; 30mA) (S11-S21) plus 1 x feedback loop input (Y1-Y2).
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PILZ-774330
Pilz PILZ-774330 is a dual-channel safety relay designed for two-hand monitoring type III C, suitable for DIN rail mounting. It operates within an ambient air temperature range of -25 to +55°C and has a net height of 87 mm. The safety output contacts are rated at 5A for both 24Vdc (DC-1) and 240Vac (AC-1), 1.5A for 24Vdc (DC-13), and 2.5A for 230Vac (AC-15). This model features fixed screw terminal connections and requires a supply voltage of 40.8-52.8Vac (48Vac nominal). Part of the P2HZ X1 sub-range, it measures 45mm in width and 121mm in depth, with a degree of protection rated at IP40. The housing is made of PPO with an ABS front, and it consumes 6 VA of power. Its operating mode supports dual-channel operation with the capability to detect shorts across contacts, redundant input circuit, earth faults in the start and input circuit, and short circuits in the input circuit. It offers 3 x instantaneous safety outputs (3NO / 3xSPST-NO each made of 2 N.O. contacts in series; 5A 24Vdc DC-1 or 240Vac AC-1 resistive load) and 1 x instantaneous auxiliary output (1NC / SPST-NC made of 2 N.C. contacts in parallel), along with 2 x instantaneous auxiliary outputs (semiconductor outputs; 24Vdc; 20mA). The protection functions include detection of shorts across contacts, and it has 2 x digital inputs (24Vdc; 45mA) plus 1 x feedback loop input for comprehensive safety and control.
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PILZ-774319
Pilz PILZ-774319 is a safety relay designed for single or dual-channel operation with capabilities for safety gate monitoring, instantaneous E-STOP monitoring, limit switch monitoring, and monitored manual reset. It is suitable for DIN rail mounting and operates within an ambient air temperature range of -20 to +55°C. This model has a net height of 87 mm, a width of 45 mm, and a depth of 121 mm, featuring fixed screw terminal connections. The safety output contacts are rated at 8A for both 24Vdc (DC-1) and 240Vac (AC-1), 6A for 24Vdc (DC-13), and 5A for 230Vac (AC-15). It supports a supply voltage of 204-264Vac (240Vac nominal) and 20.4-26.4Vdc (24Vdc nominal), with a power consumption of 5 VA. The housing is made of PPO with an ABS front, offering an IP40 degree of protection. The operating modes include single-channel operation without redundancy in the input circuit and dual-channel operation with redundancy, capable of detecting various faults and shorts. It features 3 instantaneous safety outputs and 1 auxiliary output, plus a semiconductor output for increased contact availability through external modules. Digital inputs include 2 digital inputs and 1 start input, supporting two operating modes for enhanced safety measures.
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PILZ-774315
Pilz PILZ-774315 is a safety relay designed for single or dual-channel operation with capabilities for safety gate monitoring, instantaneous E-STOP monitoring, limit switch monitoring, and monitored manual reset. It is suitable for DIN rail mounting and operates within an ambient air temperature range of -20 to +55°C. The device has a net height of 87 mm, a width of 45 mm, and a depth of 121 mm, with a degree of protection rated at IP40. It features fixed screw terminal connections and supports a supply voltage range of 195.5-253Vac (230Vac nominal) and 20.4-26.4Vdc (24Vdc nominal). The safety output contacts are rated at 8A for both 24Vdc (DC-1) and 240Vac (AC-1), 6A for 24Vdc (DC-13), and 5A for 230Vac (AC-15). The housing is made of PPO with an ABS front, and the unit consumes 5 VA of power. Operating modes include single-channel operation without redundancy and dual-channel operation with redundancy and detection capabilities for various circuit faults. It offers 3 x instantaneous safety outputs and 1 x instantaneous auxiliary output, plus 1 x auxiliary semiconductor output, alongside digital inputs for enhanced connectivity and protection functions.
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PILZ-774312
Pilz PILZ-774312 is a safety relay designed for single or dual-channel operation with capabilities for safety gate monitoring, instantaneous E-STOP monitoring, limit switch monitoring, and monitored manual reset. It is suitable for DIN rail mounting and operates within an ambient air temperature range of -20 to +55°C. The device has a net height of 87 mm, a width of 45 mm, and a depth of 121 mm, with a degree of protection rated at IP40. The safety output contacts are rated at 8A for both 24Vdc (DC-1) and 240Vac (AC-1), 6A for 24Vdc (DC-13), and 5A for 230Vac (AC-15). It features fixed screw terminal connections and supports a supply voltage of 35.7-46.2Vac (42Vac / 48Vdc nom.) for AC and 20.4-26.4Vdc (24Vdc nom.) for DC. The PNOZ X3 sub-range part is constructed with a PPO housing and an ABS front housing, consuming 5 VA of power. Its operating modes include single-channel operation without redundancy in the input circuit and dual-channel operation with redundancy, capable of detecting various faults and shorts. The relay offers 3 x instantaneous safety outputs and 1 x instantaneous auxiliary output, plus 1 x auxiliary semiconductor output, alongside digital inputs for comprehensive monitoring and control.
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PILZ-774305
Pilz PILZ-774305 is a safety relay designed for single or dual-channel operation with capabilities for safety gate monitoring, instantaneous E-STOP monitoring, limit switch monitoring, and monitored manual reset. It is suitable for DIN rail mounting and operates within an ambient air temperature range of -20 to +55°C. The device has a net height of 87 mm and is designed to bridge supply interruptions up to 650ms. It features safety output contacts rated at 8A for both 24Vdc (DC-1) and 240Vac (AC-1), 6A for 24Vdc (DC-13), and 5A for 230Vac (AC-15). Connection is established via fixed screw terminal connections. The supply voltage requirements are 195.5-253Vac (230Vac nominal) for AC and 20.4-26.4Vdc (24Vdc nominal) for DC. Part of the PNOZ X3.2 sub-range, it measures 45mm in width, offers a degree of protection of IP40, and is constructed from PPO housing with an ABS front. The net width is 45 mm, and it has a depth of 121 mm. Power consumption is rated at 5 VA. Operating modes include single-channel operation without redundancy, dual-channel operation with redundancy and detection capabilities, automatic start, and monitored start. It can be expanded with contact expansion modules or external contactors/relays for increased contact availability. The device provides 3 x instantaneous safety outputs and 1 x instantaneous auxiliary output, plus 1 x auxiliary semiconductor output. It also features 2 x digital inputs and 1 x start input, with protection functions including detection of shorts across contacts.
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PILZ-774306
Pilz PILZ-774306 is a safety relay designed for single or dual-channel operation with capabilities for safety gate monitoring, instantaneous E-STOP monitoring, and limit switch monitoring. It features DIN rail mounting and operates within an ambient air temperature range of -10 to +55°C. The device has a net height of 87 mm and supports both automatic and manual start modes. It offers rated current safety output contacts ratings of 8A at 24Vdc (DC-1), 8A at 240Vac (AC-1), 7A at 24Vdc (DC-13), and 5A at 230Vac (AC-15), with fixed screw terminal connections. The supply voltage requirements are 20.4-26.4Vac (24Vac nominal) and 20.4-26.4Vdc (24Vdc nominal) for AC and DC inputs, respectively. Part of the PNOZ X2.1C sub-range, it measures 45mm in width, has an IP40 degree of protection, and is constructed from PPO housing with an ABS front housing. The net width is 45 mm, and it has a power consumption of 2 W with a net depth of 80 mm. Its operating modes include detection of earth faults, short circuits, and shorts across contacts in the input circuit. The unit features 2 x instantaneous safety outputs, protection functions for detecting shorts across contacts, 2 x digital inputs, 1 x feedback loop input, and 1 x start input.
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PILZ-774300
Pilz PILZ-774300 is a safety relay designed for single or dual-channel operation with capabilities for safety gate monitoring, instantaneous E-STOP monitoring, limit switch monitoring, and monitored manual reset. It is suitable for DIN rail mounting and operates within an ambient air temperature range of -20 to +55°C. This model has a net height of 87 mm, a rated current for safety output contacts of 8A at 24Vdc (DC-1) and 240Vac (AC-1), 6A at 24Vdc (DC-13), and 5A at 230Vac (AC-15). It features fixed screw terminal connections and requires a supply voltage of 102-132Vac (120Vac nominal) or 20.4-26.4Vdc (24Vdc nominal). The PNOZ X3 sub-range relay has dimensions of W45mm x H87mm x D121mm, offers a degree of protection of IP40, and is constructed from PPO housing with an ABS front housing. Its power consumption is rated at 5 VA. The operating modes include single-channel operation without redundancy in the input circuit and dual-channel operation with redundancy, capable of detecting various faults and shorts. It provides 3 x instantaneous safety outputs and 1 x instantaneous auxiliary output, plus 1 x auxiliary semiconductor output. Additionally, it features 2 x digital inputs and 1 x start input for comprehensive monitoring and control.
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PILZ-774143
Pilz PILZ-774143 is a safety relay designed for single or dual-channel contact expansion with instantaneous contact expansion capabilities. It is suitable for DIN rail mounting and operates within an ambient air temperature range of -10 to +55°C. This part has a net height of 87 mm, a width of 90 mm, and a depth of 121 mm. It features safety output contacts rated at 8A for both 24Vdc (DC-1) and 240Vac (AC-1), 7A for 24Vdc (DC-13), and 5A for 230Vac (AC-15). The connection type is fixed screw terminals. The PZE 9 sub-range part offers a degree of protection of IP40 and requires a supply voltage of 20.4-26.4Vdc (24Vdc nominal). The housing is made of PPO with an ABS front, and it consumes 3.5 W of power. It operates in single-channel or dual-channel modes, with or without detection of shorts across contacts, and includes 8 x instantaneous safety outputs (8NO) and 1 x instantaneous auxiliary output (1NC). The protection functions include two operating modes, and it has 2 x digital inputs (24Vdc; 40mA), plus 1 x feedback loop input.
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PILZ-775850
Pilz PILZ-775850 is a safety relay designed for single-channel safety relay applications including safety gate monitoring, instantaneous E-STOP monitoring, and limit switch monitoring. It features DIN rail mounting and operates within an ambient air temperature range of -10 to +55°C. The device has a net height of 94 mm and supports a rated current for safety output contacts of 4A at both 24Vdc (DC-1) and 240Vac (AC-1), as well as 4A at 24Vdc (DC-13) and 230Vac (AC-15). Connection is facilitated through plug-in/detachable screw terminal connections. The supply voltage requirement is 93.5-132Vac (110Vac / 120Vac nominal) within the PNOZ X7P sub-range. Dimensions include a width of 22.5mm and a depth of 121 mm, with a degree of protection rated at IP40. The housing is made of PPO with an ABS front, and the power consumption is 2 VA. Operating modes include single-channel operation without redundancy in the input circuit, with automatic and manual start options. It allows for an increase in the number of available contacts by connecting contact expansion modules or external contactors/relays. The device includes 2 x instantaneous safety outputs (2NO / 2xSPST-NO each made of 2 N.O. contacts in series; 4A 24Vdc DC-1 or 240Vac AC-1 resistive load) and digital inputs comprising 1 x digital input (24Vdc; 17mA) and 1 x start input (Y1-Y2).
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Electrical Safety Devices
General Guide & Overview
Electrical safety devices are crucial in both industrial and residential settings to protect against potential electrical hazards. Incorrect handling of electricity can lead to fires, electrocution, and serious injuries. Fortunately, there are a variety of safety devices available to prevent such dangerous situations.
So, what are electrical safety devices? These devices are specifically designed to mitigate the risks associated with electricity. They work by detecting abnormalities, interrupting the flow of electricity, or providing grounding mechanisms to ensure user safety.
In industrial settings, electrical safety devices play a vital role in preventing accidents and maintaining a secure working environment. They are used to safeguarding equipment, prevent electrical fires, and protect workers from electric shock hazards.
In residential settings, electrical safety devices are essential for creating a safe home environment. They help prevent electrical fires, minimize the risk of electrical accidents, and protect individuals from potential electrocution.
Common electrical safety devices include circuit breakers, ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs), surge protectors, arc fault circuit interrupters (AFCIs), and isolating transformers. Each device serves a specific purpose in protecting against different types of electrical hazards.
By understanding electrical safety devices and implementing them appropriately, industries and homes can ensure the highest level of electrical safety for their workers and inhabitants, minimizing the risk of accidents and injuries.
The Importance of Electrical Safety
Working safely with electricity is crucial to prevent accidents, injuries, and potentially disastrous consequences. It is vital for individuals to understand the various risks associated with electrical systems in order to mitigate these dangers effectively.
Electrical Safety Risks: Electricity poses several risks if not handled properly. Some common safety risks include electrical fires, electrocution, and damage to electrical devices and appliances. It is essential to take appropriate measures to minimize these risks and ensure a safe working environment.
Electrical Fires: Improper electrical installations, equipment malfunction, and overloaded circuits can lead to electrical fires. These fires can spread quickly and cause significant damage to property and even endanger lives. Understanding the causes and implementing preventative measures are essential to reduce the risk of electrical fires.
Electrical Wire Colors: Familiarity with electrical wire colors is crucial for safety. Electrical wires are color-coded to indicate their purpose and voltage. Understanding these color codes helps in proper installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of electrical systems, reducing the risk of accidents and injuries.
Basics of Electrical Safety: Implementing basic electrical safety practices is essential for everyone, especially those working with electricity regularly. These include wearing proper personal protective equipment (PPE), ensuring proper grounding of electrical systems, using circuit breakers and fuses, and avoiding contact with live wires. Adhering to these fundamental safety measures greatly reduces the risks associated with electrical work.
The Role of Electrical PPE in Safety
Personal protective equipment (PPE) is essential for safeguarding workers against potential electrical hazards. When working with electricity, there is always a risk of arc flash and shock hazards. These PPE requirements are put in place to minimize the severity of injuries and protect individuals from life-threatening incidents.
One of the most critical aspects of electrical PPE is protecting against arc flash incidents. An arc flash can occur when there is an electrical fault or short circuit, resulting in a release of intense heat and light. Without proper protection, workers can suffer severe burns and other injuries. To mitigate these risks, electrical PPE includes flame-resistant clothing, face shields, and arc-rated gloves.
In addition to arc flash protection, electrical PPE also addresses the risk of shock hazards. Electrical shocks can cause serious injuries, including cardiac arrest and burns. To prevent such incidents, workers must wear insulated gloves, safety boots, and other appropriate gear when working with live electrical systems.
Moreover, it is crucial to ensure that workers have the necessary training and knowledge to use electrical PPE effectively. They should understand the different PPE requirements for specific tasks and be aware of the limitations and guidelines for their use. Regular inspections and maintenance of PPE are also vital to ensure their reliability and effectiveness.
FAQ
What are electrical safety devices?
Electrical safety devices are equipment or devices designed to prevent electrical hazards and protect people, property, and equipment from potential dangers associated with electricity. These devices are used in industries and homes to ensure the safe use and management of electrical systems.
Why are electrical safety devices important in industry?
Electrical safety devices are crucial in industry because they help prevent electrical accidents, fires, and injuries. They ensure the safe operation of electrical systems and protect workers, equipment, and property from the potential hazards of electricity.
What are some common electrical safety devices used in industry?
Some common electrical safety devices used in industry include circuit breakers, ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs), surge protectors, arc fault circuit interrupters (AFCIs), and residual current devices (RCDs). These devices help detect and prevent electrical faults, overloads, and ground faults, improving overall safety.
How do electrical safety devices work?
Electrical safety devices work by monitoring and controlling the flow of electrical current. For example, circuit breakers automatically trip and interrupt the circuit when they detect an overcurrent or overload. GFCIs detect ground faults and quickly shut off power to prevent electric shock. Surge protectors divert excess voltage to protect connected devices. AFCIs detect dangerous arcing faults and interrupt the circuit. RCDs monitor the balance of current flow and trip when they sense a ground fault.
What is the purpose of personal protective equipment (PPE) in electrical safety?
Personal protective equipment (PPE) plays a crucial role in ensuring electrical safety. It is designed to protect workers from electrical hazards, such as electric shock and arc flash. PPE includes specialized clothing, gloves, goggles, helmets, and footwear that provide insulation and resist electrical current to minimize the risk of injury.
What should be considered when using electrical PPE?
When using electrical PPE, it is important to ensure that it is the appropriate type and rating for the specific electrical hazard. PPE should be regularly inspected for damage, and workers should receive proper training on its correct usage. Additionally, it should fit properly and be comfortable to wear to ensure maximum effectiveness in protecting against electrical hazards.