Honeywell GXE Series Steel Roller Limit Switch, SPDT, IP66, Die Cast Zinc Housing, 250V ac, 6A
- RS Stock No.:
- 382-9343
- Mfr. Part No.:
- GXE51A1B
- Brand:
- Honeywell
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- RS Stock No.:
- 382-9343
- Mfr. Part No.:
- GXE51A1B
- Brand:
- Honeywell
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Product Details
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Select all | Attribute | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Honeywell | |
| Actuator Type | Steel Roller | |
| Product Type | Limit Switch | |
| IP Rating | IP66 | |
| Contact Configuration | SPDT | |
| Housing Material | Die Cast Zinc | |
| Contact Type | Snap Action | |
| Switching Current | 6A | |
| Terminal Type | Cable | |
| Series | GXE | |
| Switching AC Voltage | 250V ac | |
| Minimum Operating Temperature | -25°C | |
| Switching DC Voltage | 250V dc | |
| Maximum Operating Temperature | 75°C | |
| Length | 106.5mm | |
| Standards/Approvals | CE/EN/IEC | |
| Width | 65mm | |
| Depth | 30mm | |
| Hazardous Area Certification | IECEx/ATEX | |
| Mechanical Life | 2000000Operations | |
| Mounting Orientation | Vertical | |
| Operating Force | 0.25Nm | |
| Select all | ||
|---|---|---|
Brand Honeywell | ||
Actuator Type Steel Roller | ||
Product Type Limit Switch | ||
IP Rating IP66 | ||
Contact Configuration SPDT | ||
Housing Material Die Cast Zinc | ||
Contact Type Snap Action | ||
Switching Current 6A | ||
Terminal Type Cable | ||
Series GXE | ||
Switching AC Voltage 250V ac | ||
Minimum Operating Temperature -25°C | ||
Switching DC Voltage 250V dc | ||
Maximum Operating Temperature 75°C | ||
Length 106.5mm | ||
Standards/Approvals CE/EN/IEC | ||
Width 65mm | ||
Depth 30mm | ||
Hazardous Area Certification IECEx/ATEX | ||
Mechanical Life 2000000Operations | ||
Mounting Orientation Vertical | ||
Operating Force 0.25Nm | ||
- COO (Country of Origin):
- GB

Honeywell GXE Series Limit Switch, Side Rotary Actuator, 250V AC Switching Voltage - GXE51A1B
This limit switch is a compact, mechanical position sensor designed for industrial control and safety interlock tasks. It provides a reliable electromechanical switching action for automation and electrical systems, suitable for demanding environments where enclosure protection and hazardous-area certification are required.
Features and Benefits:
• Snap-action contacts deliver quick changeover for precise signalling
• SPDT contact arrangement allows single-pole changeover control
• IP66 enclosure keeps internal components sealed against dust and jets
• Die-cast zinc housing offers robust impact resistance in installations
• Mechanical endurance rated for 2,000,000 operations ensures long service life
• Operating range from -20°C to 75°C supports varied ambient conditions
• SPDT contact arrangement allows single-pole changeover control
• IP66 enclosure keeps internal components sealed against dust and jets
• Die-cast zinc housing offers robust impact resistance in installations
• Mechanical endurance rated for 2,000,000 operations ensures long service life
• Operating range from -20°C to 75°C supports varied ambient conditions
Applications
• Suitable for limit detection on conveyor and packaging machinery
• Ideal for shaft or cam position sensing in rotary actuators
• Used with explosion-risk equipment in hazardous zones
• Can be used for safety interlocks on processing plant doors
• Used for electrical changeover signalling in control panels
• Ideal for shaft or cam position sensing in rotary actuators
• Used with explosion-risk equipment in hazardous zones
• Can be used for safety interlocks on processing plant doors
• Used for electrical changeover signalling in control panels
What kind of actuator does it use and how does that affect installation?
It employs a side-mounted rotary actuator, which permits actuation from lateral movement and can be mounted vertically to align with rotating shafts.
What electrical switching capabilities does it provide?
The switch handles up to 6A at 250V for both AC and DC switching, allowing direct interfacing with many control circuits and relays.
How are external connections MADE to the device?
Electrical termination is via an integrated cable terminal, enabling straightforward wiring into existing harnesses or junctions.
Which approvals cover use in regulated installations?
It carries IECEx and ATEX hazardous-area certification and meets CE/EN/IEC standards for use in compliant systems.
Group and Category
II 2 G EEx d IIC T6
Certificate No.
UEMA 00 ATEX 2103X
Approvals
II 2 G EEx d IIC T6
Warning
GXE limit switches are not safety devices. They should be not used as emergency stop or safety devices. They must not be used in applications where personal injury could occur as a result of product failure.
Standards
ATEX (CE), IEC Ex
Shock resistant to IEC 60068-2-27 standard.
Vibration resistant to IEC 60068-2-6 standard.
II 2 G Ex d IIC T6, II 2 D Ex tD A21 IP66 T85°C.
KEMA 00 ATEX 2103 X, IEC Ex KEM 10.0039X.
Conforms to EN60079-0, EN60079-1, EN61241-0, EN61241-1.
CE marked.
Shock resistant to IEC 60068-2-27 standard.
Vibration resistant to IEC 60068-2-6 standard.
II 2 G Ex d IIC T6, II 2 D Ex tD A21 IP66 T85°C.
KEMA 00 ATEX 2103 X, IEC Ex KEM 10.0039X.
Conforms to EN60079-0, EN60079-1, EN61241-0, EN61241-1.
CE marked.
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