SIRUS ACT ID key-operated switches

The electronic ID key-operated switches from the SIRIUS ACT range of commanding and signaling devices has proven its high flexibility compared to conventional solutions. Unique key IDs are used to correctly assign authorizations. Take a look at the variety of available ID key-operated switches and see for yourself how you can improve the safety and availability of your plant.

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ID key-operated switches

Electronics module for ID key-operated switch

Three different ID key-operated switch modules are available. You will find the module that best suits your solution in the table below or read our stories on this topic.

ID key-operated switches Starter Kit

ID-key-operated switches are used in place of conventional key-operated switches, particularly in industrial plants where there are many and frequent safety-related requirements and different authorization levels for operating a system are needed.

Our ID-key-operated switches offer you modern access management and unique authentication of users (by means of RFID chip) to ensure the safety and availability of your plant.

Individual authorization management for groups or individuals
Enhanced plant safety
Degree of protection IP65
Different colored RFID keys for each authorization level
Unrestricted selection and combination of authorization levels, freely programmable for individual special locks via IO-Link
Easy integration into plant via TIA Portal (Port Configuration Tool)

Conventional wiring
4 authorization levels are indicated by LED
4 keys with fixed authorization levels (colors: green, yellow, red, blue)
No individual coding possible

Wiring via IO-Link
4 authorization levels are indicated by LED
4 keys with firmly defined authorization levels (colors: green, yellow, red, blue)
1 white key with maximum 50 individual codes possible
Easy installation and programming in STEP7-TIA Portal via PCT (Port Configuration Tool)

Wiring via IO-Link
4 arbitrary status information are indicated by LED (can be animated/illuminated as desired)
5 keys with unlimited individual coding possible (colors: green, yellow, red, blue, white)
Application-specific programming in STEP7-TIA Portal and installation via PCT (Port Configuration Tool) required
Free use of the transmitted signals (impulse turning left, impulse turning right, key inserted, key ID)

Condition Monitoring Improves OEE Outcomes

Today’s condition monitoring technologies, when effectively used, have the ability to break down traditional communication barriers that often exist between Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT).

Learn how the SIRUS ACT ID key switch can support here.

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The availability of machines and plants also depends on the personnel who operate and service them. Analyses of user data harbor optimization potential for productivity.