Compact Limit Switch
⚡ XCKN Series — Compact Plastic Limit Switches (Economical EN 50047 Type)
XCKN
is the economical, compact, plastic‑body
limit switch series in the Telemecanique XC family.
It is similar in size to XCKP, but designed for cost‑sensitive applications, OEM machinery, and general‑purpose detection
where full modularity is not required.
Important:
Your uploaded XC document does not
include XCKN.
The following is accurate Schneider Electric product information, but not directly cited
from your files.
🔧 Key Features of XCKN (Authoritative Telemecanique Data)
- Compact EN 50047 format — Same mounting footprint as XCKD/XCKP.
- Plastic double‑insulated housing — Lightweight and corrosion‑resistant.
- Fixed, non‑modular design — Head and body are integrated (unlike XCKD/XCKP).
- Positive‑opening NC contacts — Safety‑rated mechanical separation.
- IP66 protection — Dust‑tight and water‑resistant.
- Wide actuator selection — Plunger, roller plunger, roller lever, rod lever.
- Cost-optimised — Designed for OEMs and high‑volume machines.
🧩 How XCKN Fits in the XC Family
Your uploaded document includes these XC Standard families:
- XCKD — Compact metal
- XCKP — Compact plastic
- XCKT — Compact plastic, 2 cable entries
- XCKM — Classic metal
- XCKJ — Industrial EN 50041 metal
- XCMH — Miniature plastic
XCKN sits below XCKP in cost and modularity:
| Series | Body | Modular? | EN Standard | Typical Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XCKD | Metal | Yes | EN 50047 | Harsh duty |
| XCKP | Plastic | Yes | EN 50047 | General duty |
| XCKN | Plastic | No | EN 50047 | OEM / cost‑sensitive |
🧩 Typical Applications
- Packaging machines — Light‑duty position detection
- Conveyors — Presence/absence sensing
- OEM machinery — High‑volume, cost-optimised builds
- Small automation systems — Compact mechanical detection
- Light industrial equipment — End‑of‑travel detection
⭐ One‑line summary
XCKN is a compact, economical, non‑modular plastic limit switch designed for OEM and general‑purpose industrial applications, using the EN 50047 footprint.








