Multiple Limit Switch
VB
A New Monoblock Multiple Limit Switch
Incorporating a Head Box with a Tough Head
and Ensuring High Sealing Performance and
a Mechanical Durability of 5,000,000
Operations
• Used for the sequential control of a variety of engineering ma-
chines and belt conveyor lines.
• Built-in oil filter shuts out oil and water.
• Approved by EN, IEC, and CCC (Chinese standard). (Ground
terminal models only.)
• Ground terminal models bear the CE mark.
Model Number Structure
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Model Number Legend
VB-@@@@@@
1 2 3 4 5 6
1. Number of Plungers
2:
2 plungers
3:
3 plungers
4:
4 plungers
5:
5 plungers
6:
6 plungers
2. Actuator
1:
Bevel plunger
2:
Roller plunger
3. Switch Box
1:
Flange switch box with two conduit holes on the side
2:
Flange switch box with four conduit holes
4:
Non-flange switch box with two conduit holes on the side
5:
Non-flange switch box with four conduit holes
4. Scraper
1:
NBR scraper
2:
FPM scraper
5. Contact
None: 10 A (standard)
A:
0.1 A (micro load)
6. Ground Terminal
None: Without ground terminal
E:
With ground terminal
Replaceable Switch Unit
Rating
Standard load model
VB-S101N
Model
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Multiple Limit Switch
VB
Ordering Information
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List of Models
Actuator
Conduit
Model
With flange
Without flange
Roller plunger
(with a 6.8-dia. roller)
Two on the side
VB-2211
VB-3211
VB-4211
VB-5211
VB-6211
VB-2241
VB-3241
VB-4241
VB-5241
VB-6241
VB-2251
VB-3251
VB-4251
VB-5251
VB-6251
VB-2141
VB-3141
VB-4141
VB-5141
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VB-2151
VB-3151
VB-4151
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Four
VB-2221
VB-3221
VB-4221
VB-5221
VB-6221
Bevel plunger
Two on the side
VB-2111
VB-3111
VB-4111
VB-5111
VB-6111
Four
VB-2121
VB-3121
VB-4121
VB-5121
VB-6121
Note: 1.
Other than the above models, minute load models switching 0.1 A are available. When ordering a minute load model, add the suffix A to
the model number (i.e., VB-2211A for example).
2.
SC connectors can be connected to VB models.
3.
Models with ground terminals are also available. When ordering a ground terminal model, add the suffix E to the model number (i.e., VB-
2211E for example).
4.
Since the actuator is incorporated into the monoblock switch, the actuator cannot be replaced.
Multiple Limit Switch
VB
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Specifications
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Approved Standards
Agency
TÜV Rheinland
CCC (CQC)
Standards
EN60947-5-1
(IEC947-5-1)
GB14048.5
File No.
R9551017
2003010305077628
Approved models
Only models with ground terminals
Ask your OMRON representative for infor-
mation on approved models.
Note:
Ground terminal models only.
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Approved Standard Ratings
TÜV (EN60947-5-1) (Only Ground
Terminal Models are Approved)
Standard Load
Applicable category and ratings
AC-15 2 A/250 VAC
DC-12 2 A/48 VDC
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General Ratings
Standard Load
Rated voltage
Resistive load
NC
125 VAC
250 VAC
125 VDC
250 VDC
10 A
10 A
0.6 A
0.3 A
NO
Inrush
current
NC
24 A max.
Inrush
current
NO
Micro Load
Applicable category and ratings
AC-14 0.1 A/125 VAC
DC-12 0.1 A/30 VDC
Note:
The above currents are steady-state currents.
Micro Load Ratings
Rated voltage
125 VAC
8 VDC
30 VDC
0.1 A
0.1 A
0.1 A
Resistive load
CCC (GB14048.5)
Applicable category and ratings
AC-15 2 A/250 VAC
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Characteristics
Degree of protection
Durability (See note 2.)
Operating speed
Operating frequency
Rated frequency
Insulation resistance
Contact resistance
Dielectric strength
IP67
Mechanical: 5,000,000 operations min.
Electrical: 300,000 operations min. (10 A at 250 VAC, resistive load)
0.1 mm to 0.5 m/s
Mechanical: 120 operations min.
Electrical: 30 operations min.
50/60 Hz (AC)
100 M
Ω
min. (at 500 VDC)
15 m
Ω
max. (initial value)
1,000 VAC/U
imp
4,000 VAC between terminals of same polarity
1,500 VAC/U
imp
4,000 VAC between current-carrying metal parts and ground
1,500 VAC/U
imp
4,000 VAC between each terminal and non-current-carrying metal part
U
imp
4 kV (EN60947-5-1) between terminals of different polarity
300 VAC (EN60947-5-1)
1,000 V max. (EN60947-5-1)
3 (EN60947-5-1)
10 A fuse type gG or gI (IEC269)
100 A (EN60947-5-1)
5 A, 0.5 A (EN60947-5-1)
Insulation class I (Use the grounding terminal or ground on the machine side.)
Malfunction: 10 to 55 Hz, 1.5-mm double amplitude
Destruction: 1,000 m/s
2
min.
Malfunction: 200 m/s
2
min.
Operating: –10
°
C to 80
°
C (with no icing)
Operating: 35% to 95%
Approx. 580 g (in the case of VB-4211)
Rated insulation voltage (U
i
)
Switching overvoltage
Pollution degree (operating environment)
Short-circuit protective device (SCPD)
Conditional short-circuit current
Conventional enclosed thermal current (I
the
)
Protection against electric shock
Vibration resistance
Shock resistance
Ambient temperature
Ambient humidity
Weight
Note: 1.
The above values are initial values.
2.
The values are calculated at an operating temperature of 5
°
C to 35
°
C, and an operating humidity of 40% to 70%. Contact your OMRON
sales representative for more detailed information on other operating environments.
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Multiple Limit Switch
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Dimensions
Note:
All units are in millimeters unless otherwise indicated.
Bevel Plunger
VB-@111
Two, 6+0.1-dia. holes
for positioning
Four, 6.5 dia. holes
FP
OP
PT
Cable drawing hole
with 3 threads min.
(G1/2)
Two screw caps
Bevel Plunger
VB-@141
FP
OP
PT
Cable drawing hole
with 3 threads min.
(G1/2)
Two screw caps
8-dia. hard stainless
steel plunger
Two, 8.5±0.1
dia. holes
114±0.8
8-dia. hard stainless
steel plunger
Two, 8.5±0.1
dia. holes
Filter
50±0.2
25° to
30°
98±0.2
50±0.2
25° to 30°
Filter
Four, M4 x 10
screws
28±0.3
Scraper
23.5 to 24.5
Dog setting
Dog range
Four, M4 x 10
screws
68±0.8
Scraper
Pitch
12±0.2
30±0.2
10.5 to 11.5
Dog setting range
Dog
14±0.2
12±0.2
30±0.2
68±0.8
Roller Plunger
VB-@211
Two, 6+0.1-dia.
holes for
positioning
Four, 6.5 dia. holes
FP
OP
PT
Cable drawing hole with
3 threads min. (G1/2)
Two screw caps
Roller Plunger
VB-@241
FP
OP
6.8 dia. x 3.7
Stainless steel roller
6.8 dia. x 3.7
Stainless steel roller
Two, 8.5
±0.1
dia. holes
Cable drawing hole with 3
threads min. (G1/2)
Two screw caps
PT
Two, 8.5
±0.1
dia. holes
114±0.8
Filter
50±0.2
98±0.2
50±0.2
25° to 30°
25° to 30°
Filter
Four, M4 x 10
screws
28±0.3
14±0.2
Scraper
29.5 to 30.5
Dog setting
Dog
range
Four, M4 x 10
screws
Scraper
68±0.8
Pitch
12±0.2
30±0.2
16.5 to 17.5
Dog setting range
Dog
12+0.2
68±0.8
30±0.2
Model
OF max.
RF min.
PT max.
OT (see note 2)
MD max.
OP
FP (see note 2)
14.71 N
4.90 N
1.5 mm
VB-@211
14.71 N
4.90 N
1.5 mm
VB-@241
14.71 N
4.90 N
1.5 mm
VB-@111
14.71 N
4.90 N
1.5 mm
(3.5 mm)
0.5 mm
13
±
0.4 mm
(14 mm)
VB-@141
(3.5 mm)
0.5 mm
32
±
0.4 mm
(33 mm)
(3.5 mm)
0.5 mm
19
±
0.4 mm
(20 mm)
(3.5 mm)
0.5 mm
26
±
0.4 mm
(27 mm)
Note: 1.
The above operating characteristic values apply to a single switch.
2.
The OT and FP values are reference values.
3.
The actual model numbers of each of the above VB models have a figure 2 to 6, which indicate the number of plungers.
Number of plungers
2
3
4
5, 6 (see note)
58 mm
70 mm
82 mm
106 mm
H
Note:
When five plungers are mounted in series, no outer actuator will be provided.
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Multiple Limit Switch
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