Actuation apparatus for magnetically-triggered proximity switches

An apparatus, comprising:

• an actuator shaft including a first segment and a second segment, the first segment intersecting the second segment, the first segment defining a first end of the actuator shaft, the second segment defining a second end of the actuator shaft opposite the first end and further defining a slot, the first segment including a mechanical stop, the first segment configured to be coupled to a detector magnet assembly to be positioned adjacent the first end of the first segment, the detector magnet assembly to abut the mechanical stop of the first segment, the second segment including a base segment, a first leg segment, and a second leg segment, the second leg segment being spaced apart from the first leg segment, the second segment configured to be coupled to a switch arm, the switch arm including a first end, a second end opposite the first end, and a portion located between the first and second ends of the switch arm, the slot of the second segment configured to receive the portion of the switch arm.