Machine-Win
1 / 3
The FXL1-SPEMSA00 is a high-performance non-contact safety switch under the flexLock product family, designed to enforce machine safety by monitoring the position of movable guards (e.g., doors, covers, or hatches) in industrial environments. It integrates advanced non-contact technology, robust construction, and flexible configuration to meet strict safety standards while adapting to diverse machine layouts. Below is a detailed breakdown of its core features, technical strengths, and application value:
At its core, the FXL1-SPEMSA00 is engineered to prevent machine operation when safety guards are open (a critical requirement for compliance with global safety standards like EN ISO 13849-1 and IEC 61508). Its key functional traits include:
Uses RFID-based coding (instead of mechanical contacts) to detect the presence of a matching actuator. This eliminates wear from mechanical friction, ensuring long-term reliability and avoiding false triggers from vibration or debris.
Complies with PL d (per EN ISO 13849-1) and SIL 2 (per IEC 61508), making it suitable for medium-risk machine applications where unintended guard opening could pose moderate harm to operators.
Features unique RFID coding between the switch and actuator. This prevents "defeating" the safety system, a critical safeguard against intentional or accidental bypassing of safety measures.
The FXL1-SPEMSA00 is built to withstand harsh industrial conditions while maintaining safety functionality:
Boasts an enclosure rating of IP67 and IP69K. IP67 ensures dust-tightness and temporary submersion protection. IP69K provides resistance to high-pressure, high-temperature washdowns (up to 80°C, 80-100 bar).
Operates reliably in a temperature range of -25°C to +70°C, adapting to both cold storage areas and warm industrial zones.
Supports front, side, or flush mounting to fit diverse guard designs. It offers a generous detection distance (typically up to 15 mm between switch and actuator), simplifying alignment.
Equipped with 2 x NPN normally closed (NC) safety outputs—a standard configuration for safety circuits, where the switch opens the circuit immediately triggering a machine stop when the guard is opened.
Includes a dedicated diagnostic output allowing operators to quickly identify issues like "actuator missing," "power loss," or "short circuit," reducing unplanned downtime.
Features a M12 connector (industry-standard), enabling tool-free, secure wiring and easy replacement during maintenance.
Monitoring access doors on filling or sealing machines to prevent operator contact with moving parts.
Securing guard rails or covers on automated conveyors in logistics centers, preventing operator reach-in hazards.
IP69K protection ensures the switch withstands daily washdowns while monitoring guards on mixers, blenders, or bottling lines.
Ensuring safety doors around robot workcells are closed before the robot initiates motion, keeping operations compliant with safety standards.
| Features | |
| Sensor principle | RFID |
| Locking principle | Power to release |
| Coding | Universally coded |
| Locking force Fmax | |
| - Flexible actuator | 4,100 N (EN ISO 14119) |
| - Rigid actuator (frontal) | 3,630 N (EN ISO 14119) |
| - Rigid actuator (lateral) | 3,510 N (EN ISO 14119) |
| Locking force Fzh | |
| - Flexible actuator | 3,150 N (EN ISO 14119) |
| - Rigid actuator (frontal) | 2,790 N (EN ISO 14119) |
| - Rigid actuator (lateral) | 2,700 N (EN ISO 14119) |
| Actuation force | 20 N |
| Retaining force | 30 N |
| Force against which unlocking is possible | ≤ 25 N |
| Actuation frequency | ≤ 1 Hz |
| Approach speed | ≤ 20 m/min |
| Items supplied | Including two extension pieces (30 mm each) for the axis of the escape release |
| Safety-related parameters | |
| Safety integrity level | SIL3 (IEC 61508) |
| Category | Category 4 (EN ISO 13849) |
| Performance level | PLe (EN ISO 13849) |
| PFHp (mean probability of a dangerous failure per hour) | 9.55 x 10-9 |
| TM (mission time) | 20 years (EN ISO 13849) |
| Type | Type 4 (EN ISO 14119) |
| Actuator coding level | Low coding level (EN ISO 14119) |
| Safe state in the event of a fault | At least one safety-related semiconductor output (OSSD) is in the OFF state |
| Electronics | |
| Protection class | II (IEC 61140) |
| Contamination rating | 3 (IEC 60947-1) |
| Classification according to cULus | Class 2 |
| Usage category | DC-13 (IEC 60947-5-3) |
| Rated insulation voltage Ui | 32 V |
| Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp | 1,500 V |
| Supply voltage Vs | 24V DC (19.2 V DC ... 28.8 V DC) |
| Power consumption | |
| - Locking device unlocked | 65 mA |
| - Locking device locked | 65 mA |
| Peak current | 800 mA, 200 ms |
| Type of output | Self-monitoring semiconductor outputs (OSSDs) |
| Safety outputs | 2 PNP semiconductors, short-circuit protected, cross-circuit monitored |
| Output current | |
| - Safety outputs | ≤ 100 mA |
| - Application diagnostic outputs | ≤ 50 mA |
| Output voltage | Uv - 2VDC ... Uv |
| Response time | ≤ 150 ms |
| Release time | ≤ 350 ms |
| Risk time | 150 ms |
| Switch-on time | 3 s |
| Mechanics | |
| Weight | 480 g |
| Material - Housing | VISTAL® |
| Material - Ball bracket | Stainless steel |
| Material - Latch plate of the actuator | Stainless steel |
| Material - Plug connectors | Stainless steel |
| Material - Escape release | Aluminum |
| Mechanical life | 1 x 106 switching cycles |
| Customs data | |
| Unit weight | 0.710 Kilograms |
| Net unit weight | 0.71 Kilograms |
| Unit volume | 2704 Cubic Centimetres (cm3) |
| EAN | 4047084514678 |
The FXL1-SPEMSA00 relies on RFID-based non-contact safety technology to monitor the position of guards, eliminating physical friction and wear.
It meets the highest safety levels, including Safety Integrity Level 3 (SIL3 according to IEC 61508) and Performance Level e (PLe according to EN ISO 13849).
With IP67 and IP69K ingress protection ratings, the device is fully dust-proof and can withstand high-pressure, high-temperature washdowns, making it suitable for cleanroom or hygienic environments.
The maximum locking force Fmax is up to 4,100 N when used with a flexible actuator, and up to 3,630 N with a frontal rigid actuator.
It operates on a 24V DC supply voltage (range of 19.2 V DC to 28.8 V DC) and provides 2 self-monitoring semiconductor OSSD outputs.
The housing is made of VISTAL®, while the ball bracket, actuator latch plate, and plug connectors are manufactured from durable stainless steel.
