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Schneider Electric: Safety relay

Schneider Electric’s new Telemecanique® Preventa™ XPS-MC is a multi-functional, configurable safety relay that complies with global machine safety standards.

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Said to be a practical, affordable alternative to safety PLCs since it does not require replacing legacy PLCs to achieve compliance. Designed for uses involving multiple simultaneous safety functions, Preventa XPS-MC features 22 certified safety functions for category 4 of EN 954-1 applications. Available in both 16- and 32-safety inputs and 8 outputs, with plug-in connectors fitted with either screw or spring terminals.

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