Overview
The Omron STI 44506-2705 RK5 rope tension kit delivers 5 meters of stainless steel rope with all components needed for rope pull emergency stop (E-stop) switch installations. This kit is an accessory designed for use with Omron ER series rope pull switches, enabling quick installation and maintenance of safety rope pull systems in industrial machinery and equipment.
Key Features
- 5-meter stainless steel rope with corrosion-resistant construction
- Integrated tension indicator for simplified setup and maintenance
- IP67 (NEMA 6) rated enclosure—withstands water washdown and harsh environments
- Designed for minimum operational pulling force of less than 75 N
- Stainless steel eye nuts included for secure mounting to equipment
- Blue reset button for manual system reset after actuation
Technical Specifications
- Rope Length: 5 meters
- Material: Stainless steel rope and components
- Enclosure Rating: IP67 (NEMA 6)
- Maximum Rope Deflection: 150 mm between eyebolt supports
- Operational Pull Force: <75 N (recommended)
- Country of Origin: United Kingdom
- Part Number: 44506-2705
- Product Type: Rope Tension Kit Accessory
Typical Applications
The Omron STI 44506-2705 RK5 is used in applications requiring continuous rope pull safety monitoring, including:
- Emergency stop systems on conveyor belts and transfer equipment
- Packaging machinery and filling equipment
- Industrial presses and forming equipment
- Food processing and beverage production lines
- Outdoor and wet environments where stainless steel durability is essential
- Systems requiring drop-in compatibility with existing Omron ER series switches
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Omron ER6022 rope pull emergency stop switches
- Omron ER5018 rope pull emergency stop devices
- Omron ER series rope pull switch platforms
- Industrial automation safety systems using Omron STI control interfaces
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
The Omron STI 44506-2705 is a standard accessory kit and does not directly replace other rope tension kits. For longer or shorter spans, alternative part numbers are available: RK10 (10m), RK15 (15m), RK20 (20m), RK30 (30m), RK50 (50m), RK80 (80m), and RK100 (100m) configurations.
Works With
- Omron Automation Americas control platforms
- Omron Industrial Automation safety-rated switching systems
- Third-party rope pull switches with standard eye-bolt mounting interfaces
- ISO 13850 emergency stop systems (as an accessory component)
