Panasonic ABV BV Product Catalog page 18

Technical Terminology & Cautions for Use (Detection Switches)
Shape Classification
Pin plunger
Hinge lever
Simulated roller
lever
Leaf lever
Hinge roller
lever
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Operating
Pretravel Overtravel
Force
(PT) (OT)
(OF)
Small Small Large
Large Medium Small
Large Medium Small
Large Large Small
Large Medium Small
Vibration
Shock
Appropriate for linear short-stroke action. Pin plunger acts directly
on snap action mechanism, enabling high-precision positioning.
Outstanding
Amount of movement after operation is smallest among all of the
actuators, however, so reliable stopper is required.
Little force required for operation. Appropriate for use with
Possible low-speed cams and dogs; has large stroke.
Lever available in various shapes to fit operating unit.
Tip of hinge lever is bent into a semi-circle, enabling use as a
Possible
simple roller type.
Play in lever is used to assure maximum stroke. Construction
Excellent provides for space where lever is attached, for outstanding
resistance to freezing.
This is a hinge lever with a roller, and can be used with high-
speed cams and dogs.
Possible
The force required for pin plunger action is lighter than that of the
lever, and the stroke is longer.
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Panasonic Industry Co., Ltd. 2022
Features
AECTB36E 202204