If you work with electrical machinery, then you’ve most likely detected the term “limit switch” before. But what exactly is it? And what's the operate of a limit switch? Below, we offer you with a basic summary of what limit switches ar, their applications and how to use them. What Is a Limit Switch? A limit switch is a piece of electromechanical equipment that’s made up of an actuator connected to a series of contacts. These contacts permit the limit switch to observe the presence and proximity or absence of a fabric or object, usually in industrial settings. Based on what the contact detects, the sensor moves an actuator, which in turn changes the state of an electrical circuit. This movement signals that some predetermined ‘limit’ has been reached. Because limit switches mechanically observe preset limits, they eliminate the need for human workers to monitor those levels. This change makes operating everything from heavy machinery to industrial conveyor belts not only ...