APL Series Limit Switch Box - Compact, Weatherproof, for Quarter Turn Actuators - China Suppliers & Factory
| Model | APL-2N | APL-3N | APL-4N | APL-5N | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | Option | Standard | Option | Standard | Option | Standard | Option | |
| Enclosure Explosion proof | IP67 | IP67 Eexd II BT6 | IP67 Eexd II CT6 | |||||
| Temperature Range | 25° C〜85 ° C | |||||||
| Conduit Entries | 2×1/2″NPT | PT 1/2″PF1/2 | 2×3/4″NPT | PT3/4TF3/4″ | 2×3/4″NPT | PT3/4″PF3/4 | 2×3/4″NPT | T3/4″PF3/4″ |
| Terminal Strips | 8 | - | 8 | 9-24 | 8 | 9-24 | 8 | 9-24 |
| Position Indicators | 0°~90 ° | 0°~180° | 0°~90° | 0°~180° | 0°~90° | 0°~180° | 0°~90° | 0°~180° |
| Closed: Red, Open: Yellow | ||||||||
| Switches | Mechanical Switches (Option: Proximity Sensor) | |||||||
Materials
| Part Component | Material Specification |
|---|---|
| Housing Cover & Body | Aluminium die-casting |
| Shaft | Stainless Steel |
| Indicator Cover | Polycarbonate |
| Indicator | ABS/Polycarbonate |
| Cam | Polycarbonate |
| Spring | Stainless Steel |
| Housing Cover Bolt | Stainless Steel |
| O-Ring | NBR |
| Bushing | Bronze |
| E-Ring (shaft) | Stainless Steel |
| Earth Lug | Stainless Steel |
| Bracket | Carbon Steel Powder coated |
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the explosion-proof ratings for the APL series limit switch boxes?
The APL-2N and APL-3N models feature an IP67 weatherproof enclosure. The APL-4N is rated IP67 Eexd II BT6, while the APL-5N model offers the highest protection class rated at IP67 Eexd II CT6.
What is the operating temperature range for these limit switch boxes?
All models in the APL series are designed to operate reliably within a temperature range of 25° C to 85° C.
What materials are used for the main body housing and internal shaft?
The housing cover and body are manufactured from robust die-casting aluminium, while the shaft is constructed from high-durability stainless steel.
What conduit entry sizes are available for the different models?
The standard conduit entry for the APL-2N is 2×1/2″NPT (with PT 1/2″PF1/2 option). For the APL-3N, APL-4N, and APL-5N models, the standard entry size is 2×3/4″NPT with various PT and PF options.
What type of switches and position indicators are used?
The units are equipped with standard Mechanical Switches (with an option for Proximity Sensors). The position indicators support angles of 0°~90° or 0°~180°, showing Red for Closed and Yellow for Open.


