Monitoring components for torque limiters are mechanical or contactless limit switches. They securely and reliably detect the disengagement movements and end positions of EAS® torque limiters and act as command signals for electronic and mechanical processes. With these components, torque limiters are always under control, ensuring safe and reliable operation with minimal downtime.
The mayr® limit switch safely and reliably monitors your EAS® torque limiter, either mechanically or without contact, depending on the application. It measures disengagement movement and the final position of the clutch and acts as a command transmitter for electronic and mechanical processes.
Monitoring components are used across a wide range of industry sectors – anywhere torque limiters need to be precisely monitored and processes reliably controlled.
Torque limiters reliably limit torque transmission but do not provide electronic status data without additional components. With integrated limit switches, they send a usable signal when disengaging, which can be used, for example, to switch off the drive or for monitoring systems. This improves process visibility and safety for both people and equipment.
This refers to limit switches that are activated when the torque limiter disengages. Either mechanical limit switches are used, which can be actuated axially or from all sides, or contactless limit switches.
Mechanical monitoring components are activated when a tappet, lever, or similar sensor component is actuated by a component of the torque limiter. This always requires direct physical contact between the clutch and the limit switch.
Contactless limit switches are activated without direct contact. For example, inductive limit switches are used, which detect metallic objects through an electromagnetic field.
Limit switches provide important feedback on the operating state of torque limiters. As electronic components, they are integrated into control systems according to the wiring diagram and can, for example, be used to disconnect drives, provide feedback for control systems and automated equipment, and act as command signals for electronic or mechanical processes.
The monitoring components in our portfolio are suitable for mayr® mechanical torque limiters. Selecting the right choice depends, for example, on the clutch actuation travel, installation situation, and connection options. We recommend getting advice from our experts to find the most suitable product.
In addition to information about the basic operating principle, i.e. mechanical or contactless, the component’s dimensions, input voltage, clutch actuation travel, power consumption, switching frequency, protection class, permissible ambient temperature, and other relevant data are important. All essential data and information are provided in the installation and operational instructions for the respective product.
Monitoring components enable mechanical torque limiters to provide information about their disengagement movements and end positions during operation. This information can be used in a number of ways to control electronic and mechanical processes, comprehensively monitor machines and systems, and improve overall safety for both people and equipment.