SICK RE13-SAC (RE1 Series) | Magnetic Non-Contact Safety Switch — 2 NO Contacts, IP67, PL e / Cat. 4
Overview
The RE13-SAC is a compact, magnetic safety switch designed to deliver reliable, contactless safety monitoring (acting as both sensor and actuator) up to Performance Level e (PL e) and Category 4 per EN ISO 13849, when paired with a suitable safety evaluation unit. Its robust IP67 housing and 3-axis actuation offer flexibility and durability in challenging industrial environments. sick.comDistrelec
Key Features
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Magnetic, Non-Contact Operation: Ideal for safety door monitoring without mechanical wear.
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Safety Classification: Certified to PL e / Cat. 4 under EN ISO 13849, and Type 4 under EN ISO 14119—ensuring high reliability and fault tolerance. Distrelec
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Compact Design: Housing dimensions are 26 × 36 × 13 mm, weighing only 0.1 kg—perfect for space-constrained assemblies. sick.comlcautomation.com
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Reliable Durability: B10d rating of 2 × 10⁷ switching cycles (under small load), ensuring long service life. sick.com
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Wide Operating Range: Operating temperature from –30 °C to +60 °C, IP67 rated for dust and water protection, and rated for shock (30 g, 11 ms) and vibration (10–55 Hz, 1 mm) per EN 60947-5-3. sick.comlcautomation.com
Technical Details
| Specification | Details |
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| Contacts | 2 × NO (reed contacts), 0 × NC |
| Connection | M8 4-pin plug connector with nickel-plated brass coupling nut sick.comLesman |
| Switch Distances | Safe ON distance (Sₐₒ): 7 mm; Safe OFF distance (Sₐᵣ): 20 mm Distrelecsick.com |
| Voltage/Current | ≤ 30 V DC switching; ≤ 100 mA switching current sick.comDistrelec |
| Housing Material | Glass-fiber reinforced PPS (VISTAL®) |
Advantages & Use Cases
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Hygienic & Maintenance-Free: Non-contact design simplifies maintenance and is easy to clean—suitable for strict hygiene zones.
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High Safety & Machine Availability: Low coding level and compatibility with advanced safety logic ensure fast deployment and minimal door misalignment issues. Kempston Controls
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Versatile Installation: Allows safe and position-independent mounting thanks to 3-actuation-direction design.
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Simplified Integration: Reed output simplifies wiring and improves system reliability without additional safety relays.
Example Applications
Ideal for safety interlock monitoring in:
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Safeguarded doors or protective guards in machinery
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Packaging, material handling, food & beverage systems requiring frequent washdowns
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Situations where reliable, non-contact safety detection is essential for uptime and cleanliness
Summary
The SICK RE13-SAC magnetic safety switch offers a compact, robust, and high-performance solution for safety-critical applications. With contactless magnetic operation, PL e / Cat. 4 certification, and IP67 protection, it enhances machine safety while minimizing maintenance.
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