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Multifunctional Gate Box MGB

Multifunctional Gate Box MGB
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Multifunctional Gate Box MGB

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Overview: The document provides comprehensive information on the Multifunctional Gate Box (MGB) systems, focusing on their integration within EtherNET/IP environments. It emphasizes the systems' flexibility, particularly the ease of switching between MGB-AP and MGB-AR families using DIP switches.
System Families Comparison: A comparison of MGB system families (MGB-AP, MGB-AR, MGB-PN, MGB-EI) is presented, highlighting features such as separate operation, series and bus connections, simple diagnostics, and minimal wiring. Each family is evaluated for its suitability in these areas.
Functionality and Expansion: The document discusses the availability of evaluation modules with additional functions and the potential for customer-specific versions. It also covers control modules with flexible configurations using the MGB-C kit.
Safety and Standards: MGB systems are designed to meet high safety standards, up to category 4 or Performance Level e according to EN ISO 13849-1, featuring emergency stops and various control and indicator options.
Approvals: MGB devices comply with Underwriter Laboratories (UL) standards and have been type examined by the German Social Accident Insurance Association (DGUV).
Technical Specifications: Detailed technical data, dimension drawings, and ordering information for various MGB sets are provided, including block and wiring diagrams for controls and indicators.
Ordering Information: Ordering tables specify configurations, module details, and additional features like emergency stops and adhesive labels.
Specifications: The document outlines technical specifications, including a rated impulse withstand voltage of 1.5 kV, vibration resilience, and a switching frequency of 0.25 Hz. It meets EMC protection requirements and reliability values as per EN ISO 13849-1, with a performance level of PL e and a mission time of 20 years.
Procedures and Controls: The system includes controls and indicators with an operating voltage range of 5 to 24 V and a breaking capacity of 250 mW. It specifies the use of plug connectors, emergency release mechanisms, and mounting plates.
Accessories and Spare Parts: Lists of accessories and spare parts include handle modules, escape release modules, and mounting plates, with various configurations available.
Dimension Drawings and Configuration: Dimension drawings for components like the handle module and escape release module are provided, along with configuration examples and ordering tables.
Key Features: Features include an intelligent bolt tongue with transponder detection, fold-out lockout mechanisms, robust door handles, emergency release, and mounting plates for easy installation.
Recommendations: Proper installation using specified mounting plates and adherence to guidelines for emergency release and lockout mechanisms are recommended. Regular maintenance and inspection are advised to ensure reliability and safety.
Additional Features: Control modules offer space for up to 6 controls and indicators, providing flexibility for system expansion. Options for emergency stops with monitoring contact and key-operated rotary switches are included.
Conclusion: The document serves as a comprehensive guide for selecting and configuring connectors, cables, and control modules for the MGB system, ensuring compatibility and optimal performance in industrial applications.
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Multifunctional Gate Box MGB-2

More than safety. Internationally successful - the EUCHNER company EUCHNER GmbH + Co. KG is a world-leading company in the area of industrial safety technology. EUCHNER has been developing and producing high-quality switching systems for mechanical and systems engineering for more than 70 years. The medium-sized family-operated company based in Leinfelden, Germany, employs around 900 people around the world. 21 subsidiaries and other sales partners in Germany and abroad work for our international success on the market. Quality and innovation - the EUCHNER products A look into the past shows EUCHNER...

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Multifunctional Gate Box MGB-3

System overview and selection aid 5 Approvals and explanation of symbols 6 Technical data and dimension drawings 48 System family MGB with control module 51 Technical data and dimension drawings 56 Expansions and accessories for MGB-AP and MGB-AR 59 System family MGB-PN 81 Control modules MGB-...-PN... 104 Technical data and dimension drawing 108 System family MGB-EI 113 Technical data and dimension drawing 124 Item index by item designation 127 Item index by order numbers 129 MGB-EI MGB-PN MGB-AR MGB-AP

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Multifunctional Gate Box MGB-4

General A handle on the future The MGB offers that little bit more: it is more than a safety switch, more than a bolt, and offers a lot more functionality! Or with an additional control module straight away In the wide variety of different MGBs, you will definitely find the right one for your application. If not, using the control module you can add lamps, pushbuttons or even completely different operating functions. The control module is permanently fastened to the evaluation module using the connection set. A system that can grow with your needs Even the basic system comprising handle module...

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Multifunctional Gate Box MGB-5

General Safety remains the most important goal Are you locked in inside the danger zone? The optional escape release is intuitive to operate! Whether in the event of a power failure or active guard locking – simply press down the red door handle to leave the danger area quickly. For protection when working in the danger area, you can block the bolt tongue using up to 3 padlocks in the integrated lockout mechanism. Unintentional activation of the interlocking/guard locking is prevented. Is the lockout mechanism to extend automatically when the door is open? No problem with the right handle module....

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Multifunctional Gate Box MGB-6

General EUCHNER Whether you need mounting plates for easier attachment, pre-assembled cables or a long escape release actuation axis (as the safety door needs to be very thick), you will find all you need in the accessories section. All devices in the family AR can be wired directly in series in a so-called AR series connection without reducing safety or the PL. As a consequence evaluation units are saved. AR devices are also available in the EUCHNER series CES and CET. The family MGB-AP is particularly suitable for the protection of individual safety doors. If series connection is not necessary,...

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Multifunctional Gate Box MGB-7

System Overview Safety System MGB EUCHNER The tables on this page provide you with a quick overview of the features and strengths of the related product family as well as the possible expansions. What system families are available? • Standard O Optional or on request - Not possible *) Note minimum order quantity of 50 pieces! Subject to technical modifications; no responsibility is accepted for the accuracy of this

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Multifunctional Gate Box MGB-8

General Approvals To demonstrate conformity, the Machinery Directive also includes the possibility of type examination. Although all relevant standards are taken into account during development, we have all our safety switches subjected to additional type examinations by a notified body. Many of the devices listed in this catalog have been tested by the German Social Accident Insurance Association (DGUV), formerly the employers’ liability insurance association (BG), and are given in the lists from the DGUV. With the aid of the approval symbols listed below you can quickly see which approvals...

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Multifunctional Gate Box MGB-9

Safety System MGB-...-AP.../MGB-...-AR EUCHNER ► Interlocking or guard locking with handle module With escape release ► With pushbuttons and emergency stop dv-aoi/\i av-aoi/\i interlocking sets MGB-L0-... (without guard locking) 8 - 13 without controls and indicators 8 with 2 controls and indicators 10 with 3 controls and indicators 12 Locking sets MGB-L1-... (guard locking by spring force) 14 - 34 without controls and indicators 14 with 1 control and indicator 16 with 2 controls and indicators 18 with 3 controls and indicators 24 with 4 controls and indicators 32 Locking sets MGB-L2-... (guard...

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Multifunctional Gate Box MGB-10

Safety System MGB-...-AP.../MGB-...-AR... Cat. 4 PLe Interlocking sets MGB-L0-… without controls or indicators Dimension drawings see p. 49 Technical data see p. 48 Accessories and spare parts see p. 59 www.euchner.com f Can be connected in series with other AR devices (e.g. CES-AR, CET-AR and CTP-AR) f With cable entry Ordering table Wiring diagram (factory setting) Door hinge Order no. separate module Escape release Version/configuration scheme Handle module Interlocking module Order no. separate module Order no. separate module Order no./item Subject to technical modifications; no responsibility...

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Multifunctional Gate Box MGB-11

Safety System MGB-...-AP.../MGB-...-AR... MGB-L0... Block diagram Safety Inputs Safety Outputs Safety Inputs Safety Outputs Monitoring Outputs Monitoring Outputs Subject to technical modifications; no responsibility is accepted for the accuracy of this information.

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Multifunctional Gate Box MGB-12

Safety System MGB-...-AP.../MGB-...-AR... Cat. 4 PLe Interlocking sets MGB-L0-… with 2 controls or indicators Further information Lens set The color of the pushbuttons can be selected using the lens set 120344 included. Adhesive labels Devices with adhesive labels have pre-formed recesses. The adhesive labels enclosed (standard size 12.5 x 27 mm) can be affixed in these recesses. Dimension drawings see p. 49 Technical data see p. 48 Accessories and spare parts see p. 59 www.euchner.com f Can be connected in series with other AR devices (e.g. CES-AR, CET-AR and CTP-AR) f With cable entry f Integrated...

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