The Schneider Electric XCSPA293 is a safety switch from the XCS plastic series, designed for machine guarding applications. This specific model features a plastic housing and incorporates two normally closed (NC) contacts with snap-action switching. It is equipped with one entry point tapped for a 1/2" NPT conduit connection, facilitating straightforward integration into existing control systems.

Technical details

• Series: XCS Plastic
• Contact Configuration: 1 Normally Closed (NC) + 1 Normally Closed (NC)
• Actuator Type: Snap Action
• Enclosure Material: Plastic
• Conduit Entry: 1 x 1/2" NPT tapped entry
• Switching Function: Safety Interlock
• Operating Principle: Mechanical Actuation
• Safety Contacts: 2 NC

Applications & compatibility

This safety switch is commonly employed in industrial environments to ensure personnel safety by monitoring the position of machine guards, doors, or access panels. It is suitable for integration into safety circuits on packaging machinery, assembly lines, CNC equipment, and other automated systems where preventing machine operation when a guard is open is critical.

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 XCSPA293 or contact our technical team for cross-reference assistance with compatible XCS series components.