Compact Modular Switch
⚡ XCK Compact Modular Limit Switch
The XCK compact modular limit switch
refers to the compact EN 50047 format
limit switches in the Telemecanique XC Standard
range — specifically the XCKD, XCKP, and XCKT
families.
These switches are modular, meaning the head, body, and contact block
can be mixed and replaced independently.
Your uploaded document states:
“ A single metal operating head type for the Miniature design XCMD and XCMV, and Compact design XCKD, XCKP and XCKT ranges. ”
“ All the heads can be adjusted in 15° steps throughout 360°. ”
This is the core of the modular concept.
🔧 Key Features
- Compact EN 50047 format — Standardised mounting and dimensions.
- Modular construction — Interchangeable heads, bodies, and contact blocks.
- Metal or plastic bodies
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- XCKD= metal
- XCKP / XCKT= plastic
- Positive‑opening NC contacts — Safety‑rated mechanical separation.
- 360° adjustable heads — In 15° increments.
- IP66/IP67 protection — Dust‑tight and water‑resistant.
- Wide actuator selection — Plunger, roller plunger, roller lever, rod lever, multi‑directional.
- Shared contact blocks — XE2 / XE3 snap action or slow break.
Your document confirms:
“ 2 and 3 snap action and slow break contact blocks… are interchangeable between XCKD, XCKP and XCKT. ”
🧩 XCK Compact Modular Families
XCKD — Compact Metal
- 1 cable entry
- Zamak body
- IK06 impact rating
- Best for harsh environments
XCKP — Compact Plastic
- 1 cable entry
- Double‑insulated plastic body
- Lightweight, cost‑effective
XCKT — Compact Plastic (2 Cable Entries)
- 2 cable entries
- Same EN 50047 footprint
- Ideal for through‑wiring
All three use the same ZCE actuator heads.
🧩 Modular Components
Heads (ZCE Series)
- ZCE01 — End plunger
- ZCE11 — Roller plunger
- ZCE21 — Roller lever
- ZCE06 — Spring rod
- ZCE62 / ZCE63 — Side plunger
- ZCE64 / ZCE65 — Side roller plunger
Bodies
- XCKD — Metal
- XCKP — Plastic
- XCKT — Plastic, 2 entries
Contact Blocks (XE2 / XE3)
- XE2SP2151 — 1NC + 1NO snap action
- XE2NP2141 — 2NC slow break
- XE3SP2151 — 3‑pole snap action
- XE3NP2141 — 3‑pole slow break
🏭 Typical Applications
- Conveyor systems — Jam detection, position sensing
- Packaging machines — Cam actuation, timing
- Machine tools — End‑of‑travel detection
- Robotics — Position feedback
- Automated assembly — Presence/absence detection
⭐ One‑line summary
The XCK compact modular limit switch is a versatile EN 50047 device with interchangeable heads, bodies, and contact blocks — ideal for flexible, rugged industrial automation.



