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LEVERLESS LIMIT SWITCH

GO Switch is the only magnetic proximity switch with hybrid technology combining the benefits of mechanical limit switches with those of magnetic, reed and inductive switches. This new combined technology eliminates inaccuracy, interferences, wear and early failures resulting in enhanced reliability and durability under tough conditions and environments.


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GENERAL DOCUMENTATION
DOCUMENTATION
GO Switch is the only magnetic proximity switch with hybrid technology combining the benefits of mechanical limit switches with those of magnetic, reed and inductive switches. This new combined technology eliminates inaccuracy, interferences, wear and early failures resulting in enhanced reliability and durability under tough conditions and environments.
It can truly be said that the GO Switch magnetic proximity switches are unique in their operating principles because:
  • They do not rely on external levers and internal mechanisms with the effect of the mechanical spring for the switching of the contact , as in the mechanical limit switch, greatly increasing the life of reliable mechanical / electrical switch.
  • Does not use the reed contact as is the case with conventional magnetic proximity switches, but incorporating the magnets and a mechanical contact, improves the ability to switch the power and reliability in shock and vibration.
  • They do not need an external actuation magnet unlike magnetic reed proximity switches (the magnet is incorporated within the GO Switch). All they need is a ferrous target, thus facilitating installation.
  • They do not use internal electronic circuits as is the case for inductive proximity switches. Thus they eliminate the need for a special external board for power supply, and the related problems of signal interference, potential voltage drops and leakage current.
       

    “NO LIMITS” for GO Switches Applications

    Built to operate up to 100 million mechanical cycles and more than 1.5 million electrical cycles at maximum load, the GO Switch sensor is virtually indestructible even in the following applications::
    • EXTREME TEMPERATURES

      GO Switches are designed to operate at ambient temperatures from -40° C to + 204° C without reduced accuracy or reliability.
    • EXTREME PRESSURE

      For high pressure pneumatic or underwater applications (such as open sea drilling): GO Switches are built to withstand pressures up to 10,000 PSI and depths of 21,227 feet (approx. 6450 meters).
    • EXTREME VIBRATIONS

      When vibrations reduce the reliability of other sensors, GO Switch continue to operate year after year with the best efficiency.
    • NUCLEAR POWER PLANT APPLICATIONS

      GO Switch Models P7 and N7 were approved for use in Canadian nuclear power plants after the most stringent testing by the AECL (Atomic Energy of Canada Limited).


      GO Switch IS ESPECIALLY RECOMMENDED FOR APPLICATIONS WHERE IT IS IMPORTANT TO RECEIVE RELIABLE VALVE ON/ OFF INDICATION.

      Compared to other sensors, using GO Switches greatly reduces maintenance and plant down time by providing reliable valve ON/OFF indication resulting in a substantially lower number of failures and false readings. This provides enhanced reliability and reduction in production and maintenance cost.
    GO SWITCH SERIES
    10 SERIES
    • Square design
    • SPDT and DMDB contact models with high switching power
    • High temperature models
    • Extended side sensing range
    • Models designed for sub sea applications
    20 SERIES
    • Compact version of 10 Series
    • For standard temperatures
    30 SERIES
    • Square design
    • SPDT contact with medium switching power
    • Smaller size
    • Reduced sensing on head
    70 SERIES
    • Round threaded design
    • SPDT and DPDT contact models with medium switching power
    • Precision sensing with low differential on head
    • Non sensitive contact to strong vibrations
    • Models designed for high temperatures, high pressures and sub sea submersion
    80 SERIES
    • Square design
    • SPDT and DPDT contact models with high switching power
    • High temperature models
    • Medium sensing power on head
    • Models for sub sea submersion applications
       
    CONTACT CONFIGURATION
    GENERAL APPROVALS:
    See below listed the available options or certifications for special applications. Safety standards, as well as requirements of the machines where the sensors will be installed, types of environment where the switches will be used all play a specific role in determining which kind of certification is required.
    The following Agencies have certified the products listed in this catalog:

     

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