Schneider Electric ZCMD21M12 Limit Switch Body

Description:

The Telemecanique ZCMD21M12 Limit Switch Body is used in XC Standard modular limit switch systems to provide reliable position sensing through a standard M12 4-pin connector in industrial automation applications. Commonly installed in conveyors, packaging machinery, machine tools, material handling systems, and automated production lines using interchangeable ZCE operating heads. Maintenance teams and system integrators use this limit switch body for repair, retrofit, expansion, and replacement of modular limit switch assemblies requiring an M12 quick-disconnect connection.

Applications:

The Telemecanique ZCMD21M12 is a miniature fixed-body limit switch featuring a rugged Zamak housing, snap-action contact mechanism, and a 4-pin M12 male connector for fast installation and maintenance. It is designed for end-of-travel detection, position monitoring, machine sequencing, and industrial automation systems where quick-connect wiring and reliable switching performance are required.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer: Telemecanique Sensors / Schneider Electric
• Part Number: ZCMD21M12
• Product Type: Limit Switch Body
• Series: XC Standard (OsiSense XC)
• Device Short Name: ZCMD
• Design: Miniature
• Body Type: Fixed
• Body Material: Zamak
• Product Compatibility: XCMD Series
• Associated Heads: ZCE01, ZCE02, ZCE06, ZCE07, ZCE08, ZCE09, ZCE10, ZCE11, ZCE13, ZCE14, ZCE21, ZCE24, ZCE27, ZCE28, ZCE29, ZCE62, ZCE63, ZCE64, ZCE65, ZCE66, ZCE67, ZCEF0, ZCEF2, ZCEG1
• Number of Poles: 2
• Contact Configuration: 1 C/O (1NO + 1NC Changeover)
• Contact Operation: Snap Action
• Electrical Connection: M12 Male Connector, 4 Pins
• Contact Material: Silver-Plated Contacts
• Contact Insulation Form: Za
• Positive Opening: No
• Conventional Enclosed Thermal Current (Ithe): 3 A
• Rated Operational Current: 1.5 A at 240 V AC-15; 0.1 A at 250 V DC-13
• Rated Insulation Voltage (Ui): 250 V IEC / 300 V UL & CSA
• Rated Impulse Withstand Voltage (Uimp): 2.5 kV
• Maximum Contact Resistance: 25 mΩ
• Minimum Actuation Speed: 0.01 m/min
• Short-Circuit Protection: 4 A gG Cartridge Fuse
• Standards: IEC 60947-5-1, UL 508, CSA C22.2 No. 14

Common Replacements:

• Telemecanique ZCMD21
• Telemecanique ZCMD21L1
• Telemecanique ZCMD21L2