802T-AP — Plug-In Oiltight Limit Switch, Lever Actuated, Spring Return

The 802T-AP is a heavy-duty plug-in limit switch with a rotary lever arm actuator and spring return mechanism, built around snap-action contacts for fast, repeatable switching. Its die-cast metal oiltight housing handles the coolant, lubricant exposure, and mechanical stress typical of conveyor systems, transfer machines, and material handling equipment. The plug-in body separates from its terminal base for quick replacement without disturbing field wiring.

Specifications

Parameter	Value
Part Number	802T-AP
Actuator Type	Rotary lever arm, standard torque
Action	Spring return, snap-acting
Operation	Clockwise or counterclockwise (selectable)
Circuits	2
Contact Configuration	1 NO + 1 NC per circuit (DPDT equivalent)
AC Contact Rating	10 A continuous, A600 (up to 600V AC)
DC Contact Rating	0.4 A @ 125V DC; 0.1 A @ 600V DC
Enclosure Rating	NEMA 4, 13, 6P / IP67
Operating Temperature	−18°C to 110°C
Connection	Plug-in, conduit entry

Lever Actuation for Bidirectional Sensing

The rotary lever design switches on rotation in either direction without changing the mechanism — a quick internal mode change lets the same physical switch respond to clockwise motion only, counterclockwise only, or both, depending on how the application's cam or moving part approaches it. This flexibility is what makes the 802T-AP a common choice on rotary indexing tables, swing-arm mechanisms, and conveyor diverter gates where the actuating part may approach from either side of travel.

Spring return brings the lever back to its neutral position automatically once the actuating force is removed, resetting the switch for the next cycle without any manual intervention — appropriate for continuous-duty automated machinery rather than applications needing a maintained (latching) position signal.

FAQ

Q: Can the operating head be mounted in different orientations?

Yes. The operating head mounts in four positions, 90° apart, allowing the lever orientation to be adjusted to match the actuating part's approach direction without relocating the switch base.

Q: What torque is needed to actuate the switch?

Standard torque models require a modest, well-defined force to trip the contacts — light enough for routine cam or dog actuation but firm enough to resist false triggering from incidental contact or vibration.

Q: Is the 802T-AP suitable for wash-down environments?

The oiltight NEMA 4/13/6P and IP67 rating covers exposure to coolant, oil, and water spray typical of machine shop and food processing environments, making it appropriate for routine wash-down where the conduit entries are properly sealed.

Q: Can the plug-in body be swapped without rewiring the base?

Yes. The plug-in design separates the switch body from its wired terminal base — replacing a worn switch is a matter of unplugging the old body and plugging in a new one, with the field wiring undisturbed.

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