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Omron’s D40A-2 Non-Contact Interlock Door Switch

December 5, 2024

Omron’s D40A-2 Non-Contact Interlock Door Switch

Next-generation, non-contact safety interlock switch for most common safety applications.

The D40A-2 Non-Contact Safety Door Switch is designed to enhance safety and efficiency in industrial environments. This advanced switch exceeds safety standards and is ideal for manufacturing settings, featuring a coded magnetic mechanism that improves reliability and prevents bypassing. It includes 2-color LED indicators and allows for up to 30 switches to be connected over 200 meters, reducing installation and maintenance costs.

The D40A-2 is also suitable for hygiene-sensitive industries like food processing, thanks to its IP67 rating and ECOLAB certification. Additionally, it offers a cost-effective, easy-to-install solution that meets global safety standards and operates effectively within a wide temperature range of -25°C to +70°C, making it a versatile choice for manufacturers worldwide.

Designed to meet the highest safety standards, the D40A-2 offers:

  • Reliable protection with a coded magnetic mechanism to prevent bypassing
  • Versatility with an IP67-rated, ECOLAB-certified design, perfect for hygiene-sensitive industries like food processing
  • Efficiency by connecting up to 30 switches over 200 meters, reducing installation and maintenance costs
  • Durability with a wide operating temperature range (-25°C to +70°C)

Whether you’re in manufacturing or food processing, the D40A-2 is a cost-effective, easy-to-install safety solution built to optimize your operations.

Key Features:

  • IP66/67 Rated Enclosure
  • Category 4 / PLe Compliance
  • 2-Color LED Indicators for Simplified Troubleshooting
  • Coded Magnetic Mechanism for Unmatched Reliability

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