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Intrinsically-Safe Mechanical Switch Series EX685A with Patented Linear-Adjust Technology from PCB

Intrinsically-Safe Mechanical Switch Series EX685A with Patented Linear-Adjust Technology from PCB

PCB Piezotronics Launches Patented Linear-Adjust Mechanical Switch with Intrinsically Safe Enclosure
Ideal for Industrial Vibration Monitoring

The EX685A series is our answer to ensuring reliable shut-down protection in potentially explosive environments, even in low-level vibration applications. Its patented linear-adjust technology means sensitivity can be turned up or down without affecting performance, and its IP66 ingress protection rating guarantees a dust‐tight enclosure to prevent water ingression.

Features include:

  • Measurement range of 0‐7g pk
  • Frequency range of 0‐100 Hz (0‐6000 cpm)
  • Operating temperature of -4 to +140 °F
  • Choice of manual plunger‐style reset button or remote reset coil
  • Approval for use in hazardous areas