Overview
The Telemecanique XCSTA593 is a compact safety interlock switch from the Preventa XCS line, engineered for machine guard interlocking and access control. This plastic-housed switch prevents machine operation when guards or access doors are open, providing reliable safety detection in industrial applications. The XCSTA593 combines robust mechanical design with certified safety contacts for compliance with ISO 13849-1 standards.
Key Features
- 1 normally closed (NC) and 2 normally open (NO) contacts with break-before-make (slow-break) operation
- Adjustable turret head for flexible mounting on machine guards
- Polyamide plastic enclosure with red coating for durability
- Two 1/2-inch NPT tapped cable entry ports for flexible installation
- Compact design: 2.05 × 1.18 × 4.52 inches
- 5,000,000 cycle mechanical life (B10D rating)
Technical Specifications
- Contact Configuration: 1NC + 2NO, DPST key-operated
- Rated Voltage: 300 VAC / 250 VDC
- Contact Rating: 10A at 240 VAC; 2.5A at 300 VDC
- Contact Type: Slow-break, break-before-make
- Enclosure Material: Polyamide plastic with red coating
- Cable Entry: 2 × 1/2-inch NPT tapped ports (standard conduit entry)
- Dimensions: 2.05 W × 1.18 D × 4.52 H inches
- Mechanical Life: 5,000,000 cycles (B10D)
- Safety Rating: NEMA 4 / 4X / 12 / IP67 enclosure protection
- Certifications: UL, CSA, CE, TÃœV, BG
Typical Applications
The XCSTA593 is suitable for:
- Machine guard and door interlocking on industrial presses and machinery
- Access control systems for equipment requiring safety certification
- Automated production lines where operator safety is critical
- Heavy-duty applications requiring certified safety switches with long service life
- Systems requiring compliance with ISO 13849-1 Category 4 performance level
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- ISO 13849-1 certified safety control systems
- Machine guarding logic controllers and safety relays
- Industrial automation systems requiring NEMA 4/4X/12/IP67 rated components
- Standard conduit-based wiring installations with 1/2-inch NPT connections
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
Verify compatibility with your system integrator before ordering. The XCSTA593 may be interchangeable with select XCSPA/XCSPC variants within the Preventa XCS line; consult technical documentation or manufacturer support for confirmed replacement models.
Works With
- Telemecanique Preventa safety monitoring systems
- Standard industrial control circuits with safety-rated monitoring
- Conduit and cable-based wiring systems
- Machine control cabinets with break-before-make contact requirements
