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3SE6617-2CA04
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Siemens 3SE6617-2CA04 is a SIRIUS 3SE66 magnetically operated non-contact switch contact block designed for monitoring left-hinged guard doors and access panels. The rectangular sensor unit (25 x 88 x 13 mm) can be mounted almost flush and uses a matching switching magnet/solenoid (Siemens 3SE6714-2CA or the 90° offset 3SE6724-2CA) to indicate door position without mechanical actuation.
The device provides three normally closed (NC) switching contacts in total: two NC channels intended for interlock monitoring plus one NC signalling contact. It is supplied with a 3 m fixed connection cable with PVC sheath for straightforward wiring into control circuits. Rated values are up to 75 V DC, 400 mA and 10 W, with a switching frequency up to 5 Hz. Assured operating distances are 7 mm (ON) and 17 mm (OFF), supporting stable operation with typical guard-door tolerances.
Built in a glass-fibre reinforced thermoplastic enclosure and rated IP67, the 3SE6617-2CA04 is suited to demanding industrial environments, with an operating temperature range of -25 °C to +70 °C and tested resistance to shock and vibration in line with IEC standards.
The device provides three normally closed (NC) switching contacts in total: two NC channels intended for interlock monitoring plus one NC signalling contact. It is supplied with a 3 m fixed connection cable with PVC sheath for straightforward wiring into control circuits. Rated values are up to 75 V DC, 400 mA and 10 W, with a switching frequency up to 5 Hz. Assured operating distances are 7 mm (ON) and 17 mm (OFF), supporting stable operation with typical guard-door tolerances.
Built in a glass-fibre reinforced thermoplastic enclosure and rated IP67, the 3SE6617-2CA04 is suited to demanding industrial environments, with an operating temperature range of -25 °C to +70 °C and tested resistance to shock and vibration in line with IEC standards.
| Specification | Description |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Siemens |
| Part Number | 3SE6617-2CA04 |
| Alternative Part Number | 3SE66172CA04 |
| Product Range / Brand | SIRIUS |
| Product Type | Magnetically operated switch (rectangular sensor unit) |
| Intended Application | Non-contact door/guard position monitoring for a left-hinged door |
| Sensor Body Dimensions (H × W × L) | 25 mm × 88 mm × 13 mm |
| Mounting Method | Screw fixing; sensor can be installed almost flush |
| Protection Rating | IP67 |
| Operating Voltage Type | DC |
| Rated Operating Voltage | 75 V DC |
| Rated Operational Current | 400 mA |
| Rated Operating Power | 10 W |
| Contact Configuration | 3 × NC (2 × NC for protective interlocking circuits, 1 × NC for signalling) |
| Switching Function | NC contact |
| Switching Frequency | 5 Hz |
| Assured Operating Distance (ON) | 7 mm |
| Assured Operating Distance (OFF) | 17 mm |
| Electrical Connection | Fixed cable |
| Cable Length | 3 m |
| Cable Sheath Material | PVC |
| Active Sensor Area Material | Plastic, glass-fibre reinforced thermoplastic |
| Enclosure Material | Plastic, glass-fibre reinforced thermoplastic |
| Ambient Temperature (Operation) | -25 to +70 °C |
| Shock Resistance | 30 g / 11 ms (sinusoidal half-wave, IEC 60068-2-27) |
| Vibration Resistance | 10 to 55 Hz: 1 mm (IEC 60068-2-6) |
| Cross-circuit / Short-circuit Recognition | Yes |
| Evaluation Unit Required | Yes |
| Actuator Type | Magnet |
| Compatible Actuator (Matching Solenoid) | 3SE6714-2CA |
| Compatible Actuator (Offset by 90°) | 3SE6724-2CA |
| Weight | 0.226 kg |
| Standards / Ratings (as stated) | EN 954-1 Category 4; EN ISO 13849-1 PL e; IEC 61508 SIL 3; B10 (high demand rate): 12,500,000; T1 (service life / proof test interval): 20 years |
| Part Description (unique) | Siemens SIRIUS 3SE6617-2CA04 is a compact, IP67-rated magnetically operated switch contact block designed for left-hinged doors. It provides three NC contacts (two for protective interlocking and one for signalling) and is supplied with a 3 m PVC cable. The rectangular sensor housing (25 × 88 × 13 mm) supports near-flush mounting and works with a matching magnetic actuator (3SE6714-2CA) or a 90° offset version (3SE6724-2CA). |
What does this magnetically operated switch do?
It is a non-contact guard/door monitoring switch that changes the state of its contacts when a matching switching magnet is brought within range. It is commonly used to monitor the position of hinged doors, covers, or guards on industrial equipment.
Is it suitable for left-hinged doors?
Yes. This version is intended for a left-hinged door arrangement, helping align the sensor and matching switching magnet correctly for reliable actuation.
Which actuator (switching magnet) should be used with it?
It is designed to be used with the matching solenoid/switching magnet 3SE6714-2CA, or the 90° offset version 3SE6724-2CA.
What contact configuration does it provide?
It provides three NC contacts in total: two NC contacts intended for the safety channel and one NC contact typically used for signalling.
Does it require an evaluation unit?
Yes. An evaluation unit is required for correct monitoring and assessment of the switch signals.
What are the rated electrical limits for the contacts?
The rated operating voltage is 75 V DC, with a rated operational current of 400 mA and rated operating power of 10 W.
What is the switching distance?
The assured operating distance is 7 mm for ON and 17 mm for OFF (with the correct matching magnet and proper installation).
How fast can it switch?
The specified switching frequency is up to 5 Hz.
What environmental protection rating does it have?
It is rated IP67, offering protection against dust ingress and temporary immersion in water when installed correctly.
What is the operating temperature range?
The specified ambient operating temperature range is from -25 °C to +70 °C.
How is it mounted?
It is designed for screw fixing and can be installed almost flush, depending on the application and mounting surface.
What are the physical dimensions of the sensor body?
The sensor unit is approximately 25 mm (height) × 88 mm (width) × 13 mm (length).
What type of connection does it use?
It is supplied with a fixed cable connection (3 m cable length) with a PVC cable sheath.
What is the housing made from?
The enclosure and active sensor area are made from glass-fibre reinforced thermoplastic.
Does it include an LED status indicator?
No, this version is supplied without an LED.
What wiring identification is provided on the cable?
The cable cores are colour-coded (e.g., brown, white, grey, pink, green, yellow) and map to the terminal numbering shown on the device documentation for the contact sets (such as 11/12, 21/22, 31/32).
Does it support cross-circuit/short-circuit recognition?
Yes, it is specified with cross-circuit/short-circuit recognition for improved fault detection when used in an appropriate monitoring architecture.
- Monitoring the closed/open status of left-hinged machine guard doors on production equipment
- Position sensing on hinged access panels for packaging, filling and labelling machinery
- Door condition detection on industrial enclosures and control cabinets where a sealed, non-contact switch is preferred
- Interlocking-style applications on perimeter gates and inspection doors around automated lines and cells
- Guarding and access-point monitoring on conveyor systems, transfer stations and pick-and-place areas
- Limit-style indication for maintenance hatches and service covers that need repeatable alignment detection
- Status signalling for removable or hinged covers on material handling equipment and sorting systems
- Use on machinery in washdown-prone or dusty environments where an IP67-rated switch body is beneficial
- Retrofit replacement on existing SIRIUS 3SE6 magnetic switch installations using a 3 m pre-wired contact block
- Applications requiring two NC channels plus an additional NC signalling contact for separate indication circuits
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