Exchange Units

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Description

The key exchange unit (KEX) is used in an interlocking sequence to link together other devices in the Prosafe range and caters to more complex operating sequences.

The operating principle is such that no secondary keys can be removed from the unit until all primary keys have been inserted, rotated, and trapped. The primary keys remain trapped until all secondary keys have been re-inserted, rotated, and trapped.

It is typically used in applications where there is more than one access way to the hazardous area, and each access way must be open at the same time. The key exchange unit accomplishes this by allowing one or more keys to be inserted which then releases multiple keys out.

A typical process may require a rotary key switch to turn a motor off. The key from the rotary switch is removed and inserted into a KEX. The KEX then releases three keys which would allow simultaneous access to the hazard area through three different gates. This KEX is described as 1 key in 3 keys out. The keys in are considered primary codes, so the keys are not included in the KEX. The keys out are considered secondary codes, so the keys are included.


Features


The Prosafe Advantage

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Specifications

Standards EN292-1&2, EN1088, ISO12100-1&2, ISO14119, AS4024.1
Category Cat. 3 per EN 954-1 (ISO 13849-1) c-UL-us and TUV
Certifications CE marked for all applicable directives and BG; C-Tick not required
Operating Temperature [C (F)] -40…80° (-40…176°)
Mechanical Life 100,000 operations
Shear Force to Key 15.1 kN (3398 lbs), max.
Torque to Key 14 N•m (124 lb•in), max.
Relative Humidity 95%
Material 316L stainless steel
  

Optional Key Exchange Cabinets

Optional Key Exchange Cabinets
Number of Keys Length—mm (in) Width [mm (in.)] Depth [mm (in.)] Cat. No.
Painted Mild Steel
7…11 way (max) 400 (15.7) 300 (11.8) 200 (7.87) 440T-AIPB30
12…15 way (max) 400 (15.7) 400 (15.7) 210 (8.26) 440T-AIPB33
16…25 way (max) 600 (23.6) 600 (23.6) 210 (8.26) 440T-AIPB34
Stainless Steel
12…15 way (max) 400 (15.7) 400 (15.7) 210 (8.26) 440T-AIPB40
16…25 way (max) 600 (23.6) 600 (23.6) 210 (8.26) 440T-AIPB44
  

Product Selection

Key Exchange Units
Number of Keys Keys In and Out Cat. No.
2 way 1 key in 1 key out 440T-MKEXE10‡ 
3 way 1 key in 2 keys out 440T-MKEXE11‡ 
4 way 1 key in 3 keys out 440T-MKEXE12‡ 
5 way 1 key in 4 keys out 440T-MKEXE13‡ 
6 way 1 key in 5 keys out 440T-MKEXE14‡ 
4 way 2 key in 2 keys out 440T-MKEXE15‡ 
5 way 2 key in 3 keys out 440T-MKEXE16‡ 
6 way 2 key in 4 keys out 440T-MKEXE17‡ 
6 way 3 key in 3 keys out 440T-MKEXE18‡ 
7 way 1 key in 6 keys out 440T-MKEXE19‡ 
8 way 1 key in 7 keys out 440T-MKEXE20‡ 
9 way 1 key in 8 keys out 440T-MKEXE22‡ 
10 way 1 key in 9 keys out 440T-MKEXE23‡ 
11 way 1 key in 10 keys out 440T-MKEXE24‡ 
12 way 1 key in 11 keys out 440T-MKEXE25‡ 
13 way 1 key in 12 keys out 440T-MKEXE26‡ 
14 way 1 key in 13 keys out 440T-MKEXE27‡ 
15 way 1 key in 14 keys out 440T-MKEXE28‡ 
16 way 1 key in 15 keys out 440T-MKEXE29‡ 
17 way 1 key in 16 keys out 440T-MKEXE30‡ 
18 way 1 key in 17 keys out 440T-MKEXE33‡ 
19 way 1 key in 18 keys out 440T-MKEXE34‡ 
20 way 1 key in 19 keys out 440T-MKEXE35‡ 
21 way 1 key in 20 keys out 440T-MKEXE36‡ 
22 way 1 key in 21 keys out 440T-MKEXE37‡ 
23 way 1 key in 22 keys out 440T-MKEXE38‡ 
24 way 1 key in 23 keys out 440T-MKEXE39‡ 
 
‡ Specify the codes individually for each primary key in (key not included) and for each secondary key (key included). See Key Coding for code selection.
Consult factory for other configurations of keys in and keys out.

Accessories

Description Additional Information Cat. No.
Stainless Steel Key Accessories 440T-AKEYE10¬ 
Stainless Steel Replacement Code Barrel for Products Other than 100A RPS/RKS Units 440T-ASCBE14¬ 
Stainless Steel Weatherproof Replacement Dust Cap 440T-ASFC10¬ 
  
¬ Substitute the desired primary code for this symbol (key not included). See Key Coding for code selection.

Approximate Dimensions—mm (inches)

Dimensions are not intended to be used for installation purposes.

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