EUCHNER MGB-AP Series multifunctional gate boxes are safety door interlocking and guard locking systems designed to protect personnel and equipment by monitoring safety doors on industrial machines and automated systems. The MGB system combines multiple safety functions into a single modular unit that integrates door monitoring, guard locking, control elements, and status indication for machine safety applications. By consolidating these functions into one compact assembly, the MGB-AP Series simplifies installation and improves reliability in safety-related control systems.
The MGB-AP Series is designed for applications where a single safety door must be monitored and controlled without requiring series connection of multiple devices. These units provide guard locking and door monitoring to ensure that hazardous machine movements stop when a safety door is opened. Optional integrated controls such as illuminated pushbuttons, selector switches, and emergency stop devices allow operators to control machine functions directly from the gate box housing. With flexible mounting and connection options, the MGB-AP Series can be used on hinged or sliding safety doors in machinery, robotic cells, manufacturing equipment, and automated production systems.
Key Features
Multifunctional safety system for monitoring and securing machine safety doors
Designed for individual guard doors where series connection is not required
Integrated guard locking and guard lock monitoring functions
Door position monitoring output indicates when the safety door is closed
Additional monitoring outputs provide status signals for bolt position and diagnostics
Operation of guard locking via control input to PLC with low control current requirement
Connection options include cable entry or plug connectors
Connector options available including M23 (RC18) and M12 12-pin plug connectors
Integrated control elements such as illuminated pushbuttons, selector switches, and emergency stop devices depending on configuration
Auxiliary release function available for manual unlocking
Modular system design combining handle module and locking or interlocking modules
Suitable for use on hinged or sliding machine safety doors
Provides status indication through integrated monitoring outputs and indicators
Certifications
Safety Category 4 according to EN ISO 13849-1 (depending on configuration)
Performance Level PL e according to EN ISO 13849-1 (depending on configuration)
