1. Product Overview
- Manufacturer: Technor (Marechal Electric Group)
- Product Series: PL.. Series Control Operators
- Model Code: PLA-10 (Standard Momentary) / PLB-10 (Lockable)
- Component Type: Explosion-proof push button operator head assembly
- Actuator Color: Black
- Application: Hazardous area control panels and local control stations
2. Environmental & Hazardous Area Ratings
- ATEX Certification: Zone 1 and Zone 2 (Gas), Zone 21 and Zone 22 (Dust)
- IECEx Certification: Suitable for global explosive atmosphere installations
- Protection Types: Ex d (Flameproof), Ex e (Increased Safety), Ex tb (Dust Ignition Protection by Enclosure)
- Ingress Protection: IP66 rating dust-tight and water-jet protection
- Ambient Temperature: Operational range from -50°C up to +60°C
3. Mechanical Specifications
- Body Material: Polyamide resin body with chemical and UV resistance
- Bezel / Ring Material: Corrosion-resistant black anodized aluminum or stainless steel 316L
- Mounting Hole Size: Standard 30.5 mm diameter installation bore
- Mechanical Life: Tested for over 1,000,000 operations
- Mounting Interface: Rear-fixing locking nut with anti-rotation notch design
4. Electrical & Contact Block Compatibility
- Maximum Blocks: Accommodates up to 4 separate contact blocks per operator
- Contact Types: Snap-on Normally Open (NO) or Normally Closed (NC) elements
- Insulation Voltage: Rated up to 690V AC
- Thermal Current: 10A continuous rating (Ith)
- Switching Capacity: Heavy industrial duty AC-15 (utilization category)
- Terminal Type: Screw terminals with wire clamping plates for 2.5 mm² cables