Overview
The Allen-Bradley 802F-E60M2 is a key interlock switch designed for industrial machinery safety and control applications. This Series A unit delivers reliable performance in demanding environments with an IP65 enclosure rating for protection against dust and water ingress. The 10A 500V rating makes it suitable for motor control, machine guarding, and energy isolation circuits common in manufacturing and process automation.
Key Features
- IP65 Rated Enclosure — Dust-tight and water-resistant protection for harsh factory floors
- Key Interlock Mechanism — Prevents unauthorized or unsafe operation; key removal disables machine operation
- 10A 500V Capacity — Handles standard industrial voltage and current levels across AC circuits
- Series A Design — Field-proven reliability; direct replacement for existing 802F installations
- Compact Form Factor — Easy surface or panel mounting in control enclosures
Technical Specifications
- Voltage Rating: 500V AC
- Current Rating: 10A
- Enclosure Rating: IP65
- Series: A
- Product Type: Key Interlock Switch
- Manufacturer: Allen-Bradley (Rockwell Automation)
- Part Number: 802F-E60M2
- Condition: New — No Box
Typical Applications
The Allen-Bradley 802F-E60M2 is commonly deployed in:
- Machine guarding and safety interlocks on production equipment
- Motor circuit isolation and lockout procedures (LOTO/OSHA compliance)
- Conveyor and pump control with operator safety verification
- Energy isolation in food, pharmaceutical, and chemical processing
- Press and injection molding machinery safety circuits
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Allen-Bradley control systems and motor starters
- Standard industrial motor control circuits (up to 10A, 500V AC)
- OSHA/ANSI lockout-tagout (LOTO) safety programs
- Panel-mount and surface-mount control enclosures
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- 802F-E60M2 (identical part number — direct replacement for wear-out or upgrade)
- Earlier 802F models in same voltage/current class (verify with system integrator)
Works With
- Manual motor starters and push-button stations
- Hardwired control relay logic (CRL) circuits
- PLC-based safety modules (when wired through appropriate safety-rated contacts)
- Standard industrial relay networks and contactor coils
