Siemens 3SE2 100-1F Position Switch

The position switch, also known as a limit switch, proximity switch, or travel limit switch, from Siemens with type number 3SE2 100-1F is an electrical switch for detecting machine positions or controlling motion sequences. It has dimensions of 12 x 3 x 7 cm and weighs 0.25 kg. Position switches are used for monitoring and controlling movements in industrial processes. They detect when a moving machine part reaches a specific position and then trigger a switching action. Typical applications are found in mechanical engineering and automation technology, for example, for limiting travel paths in machine tools or for controlling conveyor belts and robots.