Schmersal AZM 161SK-12/12RK-024 Solenoid Interlock
The AZM 161SK-12/12RK-024 Schmersal 24 VAC/DC Voltage Solenoid Interlocks support 2600 N holding force and stable electromechanical safety locking operation. Schmersal AZM 161SK-12/12RK-024 belongs to Schmersal Solenoid Interlocks and the AZM Series used in industrial automation systems. The interlock includes 4 safety contacts, 2 m/s actuating speed, positive break travel, and electromechanical locking for industrial machine guarding applications.

| Brand | Schmersal |
| Product Type | Solenoid Interlock |
| Model Number | AZM 161SK-12/12RK-024 |
Schmersal AZM 161SK-12/12RK-024 Solenoid Interlock – Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Working principle | electromechanical |
| Housing material | Plastic, glass-fibre reinforced thermoplastic, self-extinguishing |
| Gross weight | 450 g |
| Number of safety contacts | 4 |
| B10D Normally-open contact (NO) | 1,000,000 Operations |
| Holding force Fmax, maximum | 2,600 N |
| Latching force | 30 N |
| Positive break travel | 10 mm |
| Positive break force, minimum | 20 N |
| Actuating speed, maximum | 2 m/s |
| Mounting | Screws |
| Type of the fixing screws | 3x M5 |
| Type of the screw head | Flat head screw |
| Cable entry | 4 x M16 x 1,5 |
| Termination | Screw terminals |
| Cable section, minimum | 0.25 mm² |
| Cable section, maximum | 1.5 mm² |
| Allowed type of cable | solid single-wire solid multi-wire flexible |
| Length of sensor | 30 mm |
| Width of sensor | 130 mm |
| Height of sensor | 90 mm |
| Degree of protection | IP67 |
| Ambient temperature | -30 ... +60 °C |
| Storage and transport temperature | -30 ... +85 °C |
| Protection class | II |
| Rated insulation voltage Ui | 250 VAC |
| Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp | 4 kV |
| Thermal test current | 6 A |
| Rated control voltage | 24 VAC/DC |
| Required rated short-circuit current | 1,000 A |
| Electrical power consumption, maximum | 10 W |
| Switching element | NO contact, NC contact |
| Switching principle | slow action, positive break NC contact |
| Maximum switching frequency | 1,000 /h |
| Material of the contacts, electrical | Silver |
| Magnet switch-on time | 100 % |
| Test pulse duration, maximum | 5 ms |
| Test pulse interval, minimum | 50 ms |
TheAZM 161SK-12/12RK-024 Schmersal 24 VAC/DC Voltage Solenoid Interlocks are designed for industrial automation systems requiring monitored guard locking and controlled machine access. The interlock operates using an electromechanical working principle, 2600 N maximum holding force, and 4 safety contacts for dependable safety circuit integration. AZM 161SK-12/12RK-024 belongs to the AZM Series and supports machine safety applications where controlled guard monitoring is required. The 2 m/s maximum actuating speed and positive break mechanism support stable operation in industrial safety systems.
AZM 161SK-12/12RK-024 solenoid interlocks are commonly integrated into conveyors, packaging systems, robotic cells, assembly equipment, and automated production machinery requiring controlled access protection. The interlock helps maintain machine safety through electromechanical locking and monitored safety contact operation. Schmersal solenoid interlocks support reliable guard door monitoring where operational safety and controlled equipment access directly affect industrial process continuity. The AZM Series structure also supports screw-based installation for industrial machinery and machine guarding systems.
AZM 161SK-12/12RK-024 from Schmersal combines electromechanical safety locking with dependable guard monitoring performance for industrial automation environments. The interlock supports 2600 N holding force, 4 safety contacts, and positive break operation for industrial machine safety applications. Schmersal AZM Series solenoid interlocks are widely used in industrial systems requiring reliable safety interlock control and monitored guard access. Schmersal AZM 161SK-12/12RK-024 provides stable safety locking performance for conveyors, packaging systems, assembly equipment, and automated manufacturing applications across industrial environments in India.




