The Schneider Electric XCSE8312 is a metal safety switch designed for machine guarding applications. This switch is part of the XCSE series, a robust line of safety components engineered for demanding industrial environments. It features three normally closed (NC) slow-break contacts, providing a reliable method for detecting the open state of a guard or enclosure. The unit is equipped with two M20 threaded entries for cable gland installation, facilitating secure and compliant wiring.

Technical details

• Series: XCSE
• Contact Configuration: 3 NC (Normally Closed)
• Contact Break Type: Slow Break
• Actuator Type: Keyed (implied by safety switch function, verify with datasheet)
• Enclosure Material: Metal
• Cable Entries: 2 x M20 tapped entries
• Operating Voltage: 24 V (DC or AC, verify with datasheet)
• Safety Function: Guard monitoring (implied by safety switch function, verify with datasheet)

Applications & compatibility

This safety switch is commonly employed in industrial automation systems requiring reliable guard interlock functionality. It is suitable for integration into safety circuits on machinery such as packaging lines, CNC machines, robotic cells, and assembly equipment where personnel safety is paramount. The XCSE8312 is designed to prevent machine operation when a protective guard is not securely in place.

Available from Industrial Automation Co as new, refurbished, or surplus stock, backed by a 2-year warranty with same-day shipping on in-stock items. Request a quote for the XCSE8312 or contact our technical team for cross-reference assistance with compatible Schneider Electric safety components.