Overview
The R.B. Denison C2-JK05 is a heavy duty industrial limit switch designed for reliable machine control and position sensing in manufacturing and production environments. Built with Denison’s proven Lox-Switch technology, this limit switch offers the ruggedness required for continuous-duty applications where repeatability and safety are critical. The switch combines solid metal construction with proven electrical architecture to deliver years of dependable service in textile, packaging, material handling, and general industrial machinery.
Key Features
- Heavy duty Lox-Switch construction for industrial machinery control
- 600 VAC electrical rating suitable for standard plant power systems
- 1/2″ NPT thread connection for standard pneumatic and mechanical mounting
- Proven reliability in continuous-duty industrial applications
- Direct replacement for legacy automation installations
Technical Specifications
The following specifications are derived from manufacturer and distributor documentation:
- Electrical Rating: 600 VAC
- Thread Size: 1/2″ NPT
- Switch Type: Lox-Switch (mechanical detent)
- Construction: Heavy duty metal housing
- Switch Function: Position sensing and control
- Manufacturer: R.B. Denison (Gould Industrial Controls)
Typical Applications
The R.B. Denison C2-JK05 is widely deployed in:
- Textile machinery position monitoring and end-of-stroke sensing
- Packaging equipment guard interlocks and safety circuits
- Material handling conveyor line control and reversing applications
- Hydraulic equipment pump shutdown and flow isolation
- General industrial machinery travel limit and overtravel protection
- Legacy automation system retrofit and replacement service
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Industrial 600 VAC control circuits and motor starters
- Pneumatic and mechanical actuators with 1/2″ NPT ports
- Relay logic and hardwired interlock systems
- Standard plant power distribution (single and three-phase)
- Legacy industrial machinery from 1980s-2010s manufacturing equipment
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- R.B. Denison C2-JK05 (direct replacement, same part number)
- Verify specific compatibility with your equipment manufacturer before ordering, as Denison product line includes C2-JD05 and C2C-JK05 variants
Works With
- Direct pilot duty and solenoid circuits
- Standard relay and contactor coil voltage ratings (120VAC, 208VAC, 240VAC, 480VAC)
- Mechanical cam and rotary limit switch replacement scenarios
- Industrial hardwired control systems without PLC dependency
