TopWorx™ Model MTS - Magnetic Target Switch

TopWorx™ Model MTS - Magnetic Target SwitchTopWorx Magnetic Target Switch - MTS is a magnetic, target-actuated, barrel-style switch designed to deliver trusted performance and outstanding value in applications ranging from standard industrial to extreme-duty. Featuring major hazardous area certifications, including IECEx, ATEX, UL, CSA, and available regional approvals, the MTS is designed with a universal style certification, making product selection easier.

Features

Model MTS - Magnetic Target Switch Features

  • Non-Contact Sensing: Using the provided target magnet, MTS does not require physical contact, resulting in significantly less maintenance and adjustment over time, especially compared with mechanical limit switches.
  • Global Approvals make it easier to fit project specifications with easy, global, general-purpose, explosion-proof, and intrinsically safe options.
  • 316L Stainless Steel Enclosure is resistant to corrosion, water ingression, and other environmental strains.
  • Hermetically Sealed provides durability in harsh conditions and does not require the fitment of separate conduit lead seals in conduit-connected systems.

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Specification

Model MTS - Magnetic Target Switch Specifications

  • Certifications: Global
  • Explosion-Proof: Yes
  • Intrinsically Safe: MTS- Low Current: Yes<br>MTS- High Current: No
  • Min Operating Temperature: -40 °C
  • Max Operating Temperature: 85 °C
  • Contact Material: MTS- Low Current: SPDT Rhodium<br>MTS- High Current: SPDT Tungsten
  • Ingress Protection: IP66/67
  • SIL Capable: SIL 1/2; SC3
  • Enclosure/Housing material: 316L Stainless Steel
  • Mounting Threads: 5/8" or M18
  • Connection Options/Types: Leads, Cables
  • Conduit/Cable Entry: 1/2" NPT or M20
  • Switching Frequency: 60Hz
  • Sensing Range/Distance: MTS- Low Current: 7.5mm<br>MTS- High Current: 4mm
  • Differential: MTS- Low Current: 3mm<br>MTS- High Current: 1.5mm
  • Max Electrical ratings (Rhodium contact): AC: 0.2A @ 120V<br>DC: 1A @ 24V
  • Max Electrical ratings (Tungsten contact): AC: 3A @ 120V, 1.5A @ 240V<br>DC: 2A @ 24V
  • Contact resistance: MTS- Low Current: 0.1 Ohm<br>MTS- High Current: 0.5 Ohm
  • Compatible with: PNP, NPN, NO, NC: Yes

Products

Model MTS - Magnetic Target Switch Products

Standard magnets are available to increase the sensing distance of any GO Switch model. This feature gives the customer the flexibility of using the magnet as the target and increasing the sensing distance up to 10 times that of ferrous metal targets.

TopWorx AMP3 Magnetic/Resin CoverAMP3 Magnet/Resin Cover

  • AMC3 magnet in a plastic molded bracket with mounting holes.
  • 22 mm (7/8 in) x 65 mm (29/16 in) x 13 mm (17/32 in) thick with 6 mm (7/32 in) holes.
  • For all GO Switches


TopWorx AMS7 Magnet/StainlessAMS7 Magnet/Stainless

  • Magnet assembly
  • 50 mm (2 in) x 13 mm (1/2 in) 7/16-20 UNC threads.
  • For 70 Series GO Switches


TopWorx AMS4 Magnet/Stainless CoverAMS4 Magnet/Stainless Cover

  • AMC4 magnet molded into a stainless steel cover, with mounting holes.
  • 32 mm (1-1/4 in) x 37 mm (17/16 in) x 25 mm (1 in) thick with 5 mm (3/16 in) holes.
  • For all GO Switches


TopWorx AMS12 MagnetAMS12 Magnet

  • Magnet assembly
  • 66 mm (2-3/5 in) x 22 mm (7/8 in) 7/16-20 UNF threads.
  • For 70 Series GO Switches

 

TopWorx AMC5 Magnet/Stainless CoverAMC5 Magnet/Stainless Cover

  • AMC1 magnet molded into stainless cover with mounting holes.
  • 22 mm (7/8 in) x 65 mm (29/16 in) x 17/32" (13 mm) thick with 7/32" (6 mm) holes.
  • For all square GO Switches


TopWorx AMF6 Magnet MachinableAMF6 Magnet (Machinable)

  • Flexible sensing amplifier/external magnet.
  • 76 mm (3 in) x 305 mm (12 in) x 3/8" (10 mm) thick.
  • For all square GO Switches

Q & A

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Model MTS - Magnetic Target Switch Q & A

+What is the MTS and what does “magnetic target-actuated” mean?
The MTS is a barrel-style magnetic proximity switch that actuates when a supplied magnet interacts with the sensor—without physical contact.
 
+Why is non-contact sensing beneficial?
It reduces wear, maintenance, and mechanical drift compared to traditional limit switches.
+What materials and sealing features does it have?
  • 316L stainless steel enclosure
  • Hermetically sealed construction
  • Designed for harsh environments
 
 
+What certifications are available?
Includes IECEx, ATEX, UL, CSA, and other global hazardous area approvals.
 
+What magnet accessories are available?
Various magnet assemblies and amplifier magnets are available to extend sensing distance and adapt to mounting requirements.
 


 

Downloads

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