Interlock Switches
Guard Locking Switches
Atlas 5
Specifications
Standards
EN954-1, ISO13849-1, IEC/EN60204-
1, NFPA79, EN1088, ISO14119, IEC/
EN60947-5-1, ANSI B11.19, AS4024.1
Cat. 1 Device per EN954-1
Dual channel interlocks suitable for
Cat. 3 or 4 systems
CE marked for all applicable
directives, cULus and CSA
Category
Approvals
Safety Contacts
Atlas 5 2 N.C. direct opening action
1 N.O. direct opening action
Atlas 5 trapped key (left hand) 2 N.C. direct opening action
1 N.O. direct opening action
Utilization Cat.
Description
The Atlas 5 is a positive mode, tongue operated guard locking
interlock switch that locks a machine guard closed until power is
isolated and ensures that it remains isolated while the guard is open.
The guard may only be opened when a signal is applied to the
internal solenoid which releases the lock mechanism. A heavy-duty
switch, the Atlas 5 locking mechanism withstands forces up to 5500N
(1236lbs.) and the die-cast alloy housing is ideal for use in harsh
environments. A unique feature of the Atlas 5 is its patented self-
aligning head that tolerates actuator or guard misalignment, making
it particularly useful for heavy machine guards.
The Atlas 5 is designed for machines that do not stop immediately
or where premature interruption of the machine could cause damage
to tooling and components or cause an additional hazard. With 2
safety (N.C.) contacts and 2 auxiliary (N.O.) contact, Atlas 5 is ideal
for PLC controlled machines.
AC 15
AC (Ue) 500V 250V 100V
(le) 1A 2A 5A
DC 250V 0.5A, 24V 2A
500V 500VA
10A
5V. 5mA DC
> 2mm contact block
(Ui) 500V
(Uimp) 2500V
1 N.O.
8mm (.31in.)
12N (2.7 lbs)
160mm per sec (6.3 in. per sec)
2 Cycle per sec
Die cast alloy
Stainless Steel
IP65
3 x M20 or 3 x 1/2in NPT or quick
disconnect
-10°C to +60°C (14°F to +140°F)
4 x M5
1,000,000 operations
1,000,000 operations
1200g (2.65lbs)
Red
5500N (1236lbs)
300mm end entry, 800mm entry front
24V AC/DC or 110V AC
or 230V AC (solenoid)
13W typical 100% ED
100% duty
Maximum Switched Current/
Volt/Load
Thermal Current (lth)
Min Current
Safety Contact Gap
Rtd. Insulation Voltage
Rtd. Impulse withstand Volt
Auxiliary Contacts
Actuator Travel for Positive
Opening
Break Contact Min Force
Max Actuation Speed
Max Actuation Frequency
Case Material
Actuator Material
Protection
Conduit Entry
Operating Temperature
Fixing
Mechanical Life
Electrical Life
Weight
Colour
Max Holding Force
Min Operating Radius
Power Supply
Solenoid Power
Solenoid Rating
Features
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Mechanical lock
High locking force—5500N (1236lbs.)
Heavy duty die-cast alloy housing ideal for harsh environments
Patented self-aligning head tolerates actuator misalignment
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Interlock Switches
Guard Locking Switches
Atlas 5
Application Details
CU 2 Stop Motion Detector Unit
Used with Atlas for machines with constant or
variable over run. Gives a timed delay to the
lock/release signal. Fail safe and adjustable to a
range of times from 0.1 seconds up to 40
minutes. For more details, see the Monitoring
Safety Relay section in this catalogue.
CU 1 Timer Unit
Used with Atlas for machines with constant
overruns. Gives a timed delay to the lock/release
signal. Failsafe and adjustable to a range of
times from 0.1 seconds up to 40 minutes. For
more details, see the Safety monitoring relay
section in this catalogue.
Minotaur MSR6R/T Monitoring
Safety Relay Unit
Ensures a maximum level of safety by monitoring
all wiring in the safety circuit including switches
and contactors.
Any fault and the power to the machine is
switched off.
Other Minotaur units are available, see the
Safety monitoring relay section in this catalogue.
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