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amGard Pro configurable heavy duty steel safety switches
amGard Pro is a configurable safety door switch range, made out of steel. That consists of switches and locks and is applicable to heavy-duty applications.
The modular structure makes it possible to easily design configurations yourself. amGard Pro offers total electromechanical safety solutions suitable for usage in SIL3 (EN/IEC 62061), Category 4 (EN 954-1) and PLe (EN/ISO 13849-1) applications. This product range is certified by TüV SUD.
- From robust switch to all-in-one solution
- Resistant to more than 10,000N tensile force
- Large alignment tolerance of 24 mm
- The modular nature of the amGard S40 range allows you to design your own configuration
- Safety keys prevent hazard of entrapment (with or without mandatory key removal)
- Internal release in one single action
- Different actuators and handles available
- Metal casing and INOX contact areas
- Suitable for outdoor use (IP67)
- Available in ProfiNet and Ethernet IP implementation
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200,000 unique key codes
Use safety keys to prevent the hazard of entrapment. amGard pro also offers the possibility for a EK key adapter with mandatory key removal for additional safety.
The CL locking mechanism in the amGard pro product group has more than 200,000 unique codings and 3,000 different master series. In addition, the keycodes are stored per end user and provided with a engraving.
Integrate push buttons and an emergency stop
amGard Pro makes it possible to integrate access request, reset and emergency stop directly into your safety switch.
Choose from more than 50 different control buttons and emergency stops and have them designed with a permanent laser engraving.
Internal release in one single action
The EI door handle makes it possible to, in one action, unlock the amGard Pro safety lock directly from the inside.
The full metal door handle is able to resist 10,000N tensile force and has a very large alignment tolerance of 24 mm.
> 10,000N tensile force
The entire stainless steel head and actuator provide the amGard pro switches with unparalleled robustness. No switch on the market functions better in severe industrial conditions.
amGard pro is able to resist more than 10,000N tensile force in combination with a large alignment tolerance. The modular structure also ensures that, in case of a defect, only one single module needs to be replaced.
Easy installation
Use the amGard pro mounting brackets for quick and easy installation of the safety switches on your fencing.
Apart from the standard mounting brackets, also assembly sets for Troax and Axelent shielding are directly available from stock.
Entirely mdoular
Fortress amGard Pro safety switches are fully modular, providing flexibility and saving on replacements.
The separate modular parts make it possible to replace only the head module or the safety switch in the event of a defect, without having to replace the entire configuration.
amGard Pro elements
The Fortress amGard Pro safety switch is a configurable safety switch. The amGard Pro range exists of multiple actuators, trapped key and escape release adaptors, switches and locks, option pods, and heads. The amGard Pro is a robust and customisable heavy duty safety switch that can meet all of your safety installation needs.
Put together your own amGard Pro safety switch with the Fortress configurator.
amGard Pro actuators
Tongue
TA
Handle Actuator
SD
Short Hinged Handle
HS
Long Hinged Handle
HL
Slidebar
TN
Rotary Insertion Handle
MA
Ergonomic Handle, No Interior Handle
EN
Ergonomic Handle, Open & Close from Both Sides
EH
Single Action Escape Release Handle
EI
amGard Pro heads
Slimline Linear Insertion Head
S6
Rotary Insertion Head
M6
Linear Insertion Head
T6
Single Action Escape Release Head
A6
amGard Pro trapped key adaptors
Extracted Key Adaptor
EK
Safety Key Adaptor
SK
Access Key Adaptor
AK
amGard Pro escape release adaptors
Security Tool Reset
R2
Pushbutton Reset
RX
amGard Pro switches / locks
Slimline Solenoid Controlled Switch Body
ZL
Solenoid Controlled Switch Body
SL
Non Solenoid Switch Body
ST
amGard Pro option pods
Slimline Pod
YV
Key Switch Pod
BK
Option Pod
BV
Networked Option Pod
ND / NH
amGard Pro quick disconnects
5 Pin M12
TD1
8 Pin M12
TD3
10 Pin M12
TD7
12 Pin M12
TD8
19 Pin M23
TF2
Power & Data Connector Sets
amGard Pro mounting plates
Tongue & Rotary Insertion Handle Mounting Plate
Ergonomic Handle Mounting Plate
Slidebar Mounting Plate
Hinged Handle Mounting Plate
40 mm Mounting Plate
80 mm Mounting Handle
amGard Pro mechanical ends & accessories
Cap
C6
Foot
FT
Drop Down Lock-Out
DD7
Lock-Out Clip
SL8 / TL8
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