Z-15GD-B Limit Microswitch | Elevator Brake Travel Switch
Z-15GD-B Limit Microswitch | Elevator Brake Travel Switch
Z-15GD-B Travel Limit Microswitch – Elevator Brake Detection Contact
The Z-15GD-B Limit Microswitch is a high-performance, self-resetting travel switch engineered for elevator brake detection systems and a wide range of industrial control applications. Built with durable silver contacts and rated for over 10 million mechanical operations, this switch delivers outstanding longevity and consistent, reliable switching performance cycle after cycle. It is a direct compatible replacement for the LXW5-11D1TM1306.
Part of the trusted Z-15 series, this microswitch features a 1NO+1NC (one open, one close) contact configuration, making it highly versatile for use in elevator systems, industrial machinery, conveyor lines, automated equipment, and more. With a robust 15A current rating at 250V/380V, it handles demanding electrical loads with ease.
Made in Mainland China.
Key Features
- Model: Z-15GD-B (Z-15 Series) — Compatible replacement for LXW5-11D1TM1306
- Contact Type: Self-resetting, 1NO + 1NC (One Open & One Close)
- Contact Material: Silver contact for low resistance and reliable conductivity
- Rated Current: 15A
- Rated Voltage: 250V / 380V AC
- Service Life: 10,000,000+ mechanical operations
- Series: Z-15 Series
- Packaging: 20 pieces per box — ideal for maintenance teams and bulk orders
Typical Applications
- Elevator brake detection and position sensing
- Industrial travel/limit switch applications
- Conveyor belt and automated assembly line control
- Machine tool and CNC equipment end-of-travel detection
- General-purpose industrial control panels
Why Choose the Z-15GD-B?
When precision switching matters in safety-critical systems like elevator brakes, you need a switch you can count on. The Z-15GD-B's silver contact construction minimizes contact resistance and arc wear, ensuring crisp, repeatable actuation over its extended service life. Its standard footprint and terminal layout allow for straightforward drop-in replacement of worn or outdated microswitches.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is the Z-15GD-B a direct replacement for the LXW5-11D1TM1306 microswitch?
A: Yes. The Z-15GD-B is designed as a compatible replacement for the LXW5-11D1TM1306. It shares the same Z-15 series form factor, contact configuration, and electrical ratings, making it a straightforward swap in elevator brake detection and similar limit switch applications.
Q: What is the rated voltage and current for the Z-15GD-B travel switch?
A: The Z-15GD-B is rated for 15A at both 250V and 380V AC, making it suitable for a broad range of industrial control and elevator system requirements.
Q: How long is the service life of this microswitch?
A: The Z-15GD-B is rated for more than 10 million mechanical operations, ensuring long-lasting reliability even in high-cycle industrial environments.
Q: What does the contact configuration "1NO + 1NC" mean?
A: 1NO + 1NC means the switch has one Normally Open (NO) and one Normally Closed (NC) contact. This configuration allows it to both open and close circuits upon actuation, providing flexible wiring options for various control logic setups.
Q: How many units come in a box?
A: Each box contains 20 pieces of the Z-15GD-B microswitch, making it convenient for facility maintenance teams, electricians, and engineers who need stock on hand for repairs or installations.