​Product Overview​

The SICK I12S is a ​mechanical safety interlock switch​ designed for monitoring the position of guards and doors on industrial machinery. With a compact plastic housing, IP67 protection rating, and a simple yet robust electromechanical design, it provides a cost-effective safety solution for preventing access to hazardous areas during machine operation. It complies with safety standards and is widely used in packaging, electronics, and machine tool industries.

​Technical Specifications​

​Key Features​

1. ​Compact and Robust Design: The narrow plastic housing allows installation in tight spaces, while IP67 protection ensures reliable operation in dusty or wet environments.

2. ​Simple Electromechanical Operation: Consists of a switch body and actuating element, providing fail-safe detection of door positions without complex electronics.

3. ​High Safety Integrity: Used for safety gate monitoring on machinery, helping to prevent accidental access to hazardous areas during operation.

4. ​Easy Installation: Includes mounting holes for M4 screws and options for fixed or movable actuators, simplifying integration into various door designs.

5. ​Cost-Effective Safety: Provides reliable safety functionality at an economical price point, making it suitable for a wide range of industrial applications.

​Application Scenarios​

• ​Packaging Machinery: Monors access doors on filling, sealing, and wrapping equipment to ensure operator safety during operation.

• ​Electronics Manufacturing: Protects workers by securing doors on automated assembly and testing machines in cleanroom environments.

• ​Machine Tools: Ensures guards are properly closed on CNC mills, lathes, and presses before cycle start.

• ​Automated Production Lines: Provides safety interlocking for robotic workcells and conveyor systems with multiple access points.