China APL Series Limit Switch Box - Compact, Weatherproof, Adjustable Position - Suppliers and Factory Direct
Specifications
| 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
| 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 (FAQ)
Q: What are the explosion-proof ratings for the APL series limit switch boxes?
The APL-4N model is rated IP67 Eexd II BT6, and the APL-5N model is rated IP67 Eexd II CT6. The APL-2N and APL-3N models feature standard IP67 weatherproof protection.
Q: What materials are used for the main construction of the housing?
The housing cover and body are constructed from high-durability Aluminium die-casting, with stainless steel components such as the shaft, spring, housing cover bolts, and earth lug.
Q: What is the operating temperature range for these limit switch boxes?
The APL series limit switch boxes are designed to operate within a temperature range of 25° C to 85° C.
Q: How do the position indicators display the valve status?
The position indicators provide visual confirmation using color coding: Red indicates the Closed position, and Yellow indicates the Open position.
Q: What options are available for the built-in switches?
The standard configuration is equipped with Mechanical Switches. Proximity Sensors are available as an optional alternative configuration.
Q: What type of conduit entries are supported by the APL-3N, 4N, and 5N models?
These models support 2×3/4″NPT as standard, with options including PT3/4TF3/4″, PT3/4″PF3/4, or T3/4″PF3/4″ depending on the specific model selected.


