Schmersal 101152725 AZ16-12ZVK safety switch with separate actuator / Class 2

The AZ 16-12ZVK-M16 safety switch is an electromechanical safety device equipped with three approach directions and reset force. It is ideal for critical safety applications, offering a high protection class of IP67 and a durable design made of glass fiber-reinforced thermoplastic.

Technical Data:

Product Designation:

• AZ 16-12ZVK-M16

Article Number:

• 101152725

EAN:

• 4030661166247

Certifications and Standards:

• cULus, CCC
• EN ISO 13849-1, EN ISO 14119, EN IEC 60947-5-1

Coding Level:

• Low according to EN ISO 14119

Operating Principle:

• Electromechanical

Materials:

• Housing: Plastic, glass fiber-reinforced thermoplastic, self-extinguishing

Gross Weight:

• 120 g

Features:

• Reset Force: Yes
• Number of Approach Directions: 3
• Number of Safety Contacts: 2
• Number of Auxiliary Contacts: 1
• Number of Cable Entries: 3

Safety Considerations:

• Performance Level: Up to PL c
• Category: 1 (up to 3 with dual-channel use and suitable logic unit)
• B10D NC: 2,000,000 cycles
• B10D NO: 1,000,000 cycles (at 10 % Ie and resistive load)
• Service Life: 20 years

Mechanical Data:

• Mechanical Lifespan: Min. 1,000,000 cycles
• Positive Opening Distance: 8 mm
• Positive Opening Force per NC: Min. 10 N
• Total Positive Opening Force: Min. 20 N
• Actuation Speed: Max. 2 m/s
• Mounting: Screws (2x M6)

Connection Technology:

• Cable Entry: 3 x M16 x 1.5
• Connection Type: Screw terminals
• Conductor Cross-section: 0.25–2.5 mm² (including ferrules)
• Permissible Cable Types: Solid single-wire, solid multi-wire, flexible

Dimensions:

• Length: 30 mm
• Width: 52 mm
• Height: 90 mm

Environmental Conditions:

• Protection Rating: IP67
• Ambient Temperature: -30 °C to +80 °C
• Storage and Transport Temperature: -40 °C to +85 °C
• Permissible Installation Altitude: Up to 2,000 m

Insulation Ratings:

• Rated Insulation Voltage: 500 V
• Rated Impulse Withstand Voltage: 6 kV
• Overvoltage Category: III
• Pollution Degree: 3

Electrical Data:

Thermal Continuous Current: 10 A

Rated Short-circuit Current: 1,000 A

Switching Element: 1 NO, 2 NC

Switching Principle: Slow-action, positive-opening NC

Maximum Switching Frequency: 4,000 /h

Safety Contacts:

Voltage (AC-15): 230 VAC, Current: 4 A

Voltage (DC-13): 24 VDC, Current: 4 A

Auxiliary Contacts:

Voltage (AC-15): 230 VAC, Current: 4 A

Voltage (DC-13): 24 VDC, Current: 4 A

Scope of Delivery:

Slot seals for dust-tight covering of unused openings.

Type: AZ16-12ZVK