The **M2AS1-A244-R2/CE** is a specialized industrial component typically associated with **M2 series industrial sensors** or safety limit switches. Below is a breakdown of the electronic specifications and technical characteristics of this part. --- ### 1. General Specifications This device is generally categorized as a **Limit Switch** or **Position Sensor** used in automation control circuits. | Feature | Specification | | :--- | :--- | | **Model Type** | M2AS Series (Industrial Standard) | | **Contact Configuration** | 1NO (Normally Open) + 1NC (Normally Closed) | | **Housing Material** | Zinc Alloy or High-Grade Thermoplastic (Application dependent) | | **Environmental Protection** | IP65 / IP67 (Dust tight and water resistant) | | **Standards Compliance** | CE (Conformité Européenne) | --- ### 2. Electrical Characteristics The electronic internal circuitry is designed for switching AC and DC loads in industrial environments. * **Rated Insulation Voltage ($U_i$):** Typically 500V. * **Thermal Current ($I_{th}$):** Generally rated at 10A. * **Operating Voltage/Current:** * **AC-15:** 240V / 3A * **DC-13:** 24V / 6A (Typical values for this series) * **Contact Mechanism:** Snap action or slow action (R2 suffix often denotes the specific actuator return force or contact speed). --- ### 3. Electronic Design Components The internal construction consists of the following electronic/mechanical parts: 1. **Switching Contacts:** Silver alloy points designed to minimize electrical arcing and prevent oxidation over long-term use. 2. **Terminal Block:** Screw-type terminals designed for secure wiring of industrial-grade cables. 3. **Insulation Barrier:** High-dielectric plastic housing that prevents short-circuiting between the NO and NC poles. 4. **Galvanic Isolation:** The design ensures physical separation between the mechanical actuator and the electrical contacts to prevent leakage current. --- ### 4. Part Number Breakdown (Typical) | Segment | Meaning | | :--- | :--- | | **M2** | Series designation (Standard Industrial Size) | | **AS1** | Body style and entry type (e.g., PG13.5 or M20 conduit entry) | | **A244** | Specific Actuator Head (e.g., Adjustable Roller Lever) | | **R2** | Reset/Return force specification or Revision 2 design | | **CE** | Certified for European Market safety standards | --- ### 5. Application Circuit Example In a standard control logic circuit, the device is wired as follows: ```mermaid graph LR A[Power Supply] --> B[Limit Switch NC Contact] B --> C[Safety Relay / PLC Input] C --> D[Motor Contactor] ```