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Siemens 3SE2257-6XX40 — Limit Switches

Siemens 3SE2257-6XX40

MPN3SE2257-6XX40
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Safety position switch with separate actuator Molded-plastic-encapsulated short enclosure, 3x(M20x1.5) lateral and face-end operation slow-action contact 1 NC, Pull-out force 5 N Supplied without actuator

StockContact for availability
Lead timeIn Stock wk
MOQ1 pcs
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Specifications

Identification

3SE2257-6XX40 — Identification
ParameterValue
Product designationsafety position switch
Product brand nameSIRIUS

Switching & Safety

3SE2257-6XX40 — Switching & Safety
ParameterValue
Auxiliary NO contacts1
Auxiliary NC contacts0
Circuit principleslow-action contacts
Switching function designpositive opening
Active principlemechanical
Safety-related switching contacts1
Suitable as safety switchYes
Switching contact designmechanical
Safety-related interface connectorwithout

Mechanical

3SE2257-6XX40 — Mechanical
ParameterValue
Actuating element designwithout
Mechanical service life (typ. operating cycles)1 000 000
Enclosure materialglass fiber reinforced thermoplast
Mounting positionany
Fastening methodscrew fixing
Length75 mm
Width52 mm
Enclosure coatingOther types
Housing design standardwide

Environmental

3SE2257-6XX40 — Environmental
ParameterValue
IP protection ratingIP67
Operating temperature range-30 ... +80 °C
Storage temperature range-30 ... +80 °C

Wiring

3SE2257-6XX40 — Wiring
ParameterValue
Electrical connection typescrew-type terminals
Interface connector designwithout
Conductor cross-section, finely stranded (with ferrule)2x (0.75 ... 2.5 mm²)
Conductor cross-section, solid2x (0.75 ... 2.5 mm²)
Cable entry type3x (M20 x 1.5)

Electrical

3SE2257-6XX40 — Electrical
ParameterValue
Rated insulation voltage500 V
Thermal current10 A
Rated operating frequency60 ... 50 Hz
Rated impulse withstand voltage6 kV
Rated current at 24 V4 A
MPN
3SE2257-6XX40