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Foot Switches
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Keep your hands free for other tasks by triggering switches with your foot.
Front-pivot switches reduce fatigue by letting you rest your foot on them. They won't actuate until you lean into them with your bodyweight. Switches with a three-prong outlet allow you to plug your device directly into the switch. You can power both the switch and the device with a single wall outlet—no wiring needed.
Optional guards prevent accidental switch actuation.
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No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Starting Position | Switch Action | Industry Designation | Switching Current @ Voltage | Housing Material | Wire Connection Type | No. of Terminals | Fasteners Included | No. of Holes | Hole Dia. | Each | Each | ||
1 Speed | ||||||||||||||
Front Pivot with 1 Pedal | ||||||||||||||
1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | SPST-NO | 3 A @ 28 V DC/125 V AC/250 V AC | Stainless Steel | Wire Leads | __ | No | 2 | 0.12" | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 0000000 |
1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | SPST-NO | 10 A @ 125 V AC/250 V AC, 0.1 A @ 28 V DC | Steel | Wire Leads | __ | No | 2 | 0.12" | 0000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | SPST-NO | 10 A @ 125 V AC/250 V AC, 0.1 A @ 28 V DC | Steel | Wire Leads | __ | No | 2 | 0.12" | 0000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | SPDT | 3 A @ 28 V DC/125 V AC/250 V AC | Stainless Steel | Butt Splices | 3 | No | 2 | 0.12" | 0000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | SPDT | 15 A @ 125 V AC/250 V AC, 0.1 A @ 28 V DC | Steel | Quick-Disconnect Terminals | 3 | No | 2 | 0.12" | 0000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | SPDT | 15 A @ 125 V AC/250 V AC, 0.1 A @ 28 V DC | Steel | Quick-Disconnect Terminals | 3 | No | 2 | 0.12" | 0000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
Front Pivot with 1 Pedal and Three-Prong Outlet | ||||||||||||||
1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | SPST-NO | 3 A @ 125 V AC | Stainless Steel | __ | __ | No | 2 | 0.12" | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | SPST-NO | 10 A @ 125 V AC | Steel | __ | __ | No | 2 | 0.12" | 0000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | SPST-NO | 10 A @ 125 V AC | Steel | __ | __ | No | 2 | 0.12" | 0000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
Any-Direction Foot Switches
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Apply pressure from any direction to actuate these switches.
Switches with a three-prong outlet let you plug a device directly into the switch.
No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Starting Position | Switch Action | Industry Designation | Switching Current @ Voltage | Wire Connection Type | No. of Terminals | Actuator Material | Each | |
1 Speed | |||||||||
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Zinc Housing | |||||||||
1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | SPDT | 15 A @ 125 V AC, 15 A @ 250 V AC | Solder Terminals | 3 | Black Plastic | 0000000 | 000000 |
Zinc Housing with Three-Prong Outlet and Plastic Cover | |||||||||
1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | SPST-NO | 10 A @ 125 V AC | __ | __ | Black Plastic | 0000000 | 000000 |
Steel Housing | |||||||||
1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | SPDT | 20 A @ 125 V AC, 20 A @ 250 V AC | Screw Terminals | 3 | Chrome-Plated Steel | 0000000 | 000000 |
Steel Housing with Three-Prong Outlet | |||||||||
1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | SPDT | 10 A @ 125 V AC, 10 A @ 250 V AC | __ | __ | Chrome-Plated Steel | 0000000 | 000000 |
Washdown Any-Direction Foot Switches
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Rated NEMA 6P and IP68, these switches are protected against corrosion, washdowns, and temporary submersion. Apply pressure from any direction to actuate.
Wire Leads | |||||||||
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No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Starting Position | Switch Action | Industry Designation | Switching Current @ Voltage | No. of | Lg., ft. | Actuator Material | Each | |
1 Speed with Wire Leads | |||||||||
Plastic Housing | |||||||||
1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | SPST-NO | 5 A @ 125 V AC, 5 A @ 30 V DC | 2 | 8 | Black Plastic | 0000000 | 0000000 |
Easy-Grip Pendant Switches
With a slim shape, these switches fit comfortably in your hand. Use them with mobile machinery such as cranes, hoists, and trolleys.
Style C can be wired to prevent both buttons from operating simultaneously.
Two-speed switches have staged contacts. When you push the button, it will first actuate the slow speed. Continue to push for the additional speed to be actuated.
Switches with mechanical interlock prevent both buttons from operating simultaneously.
NEMA 4X rated switches protect against corrosion.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
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Style | No. of Buttons | No. of Circuits Controlled per Actuator | Switch Starting Position | Switch Action | No. of Terminals per Actuator | Switching Current @ Voltage | Max. Voltage | Message (Actuator Color—Industry Designation) | Housing Material | Each | |
1 Speed with Screw Terminals and Mechanical Interlock | |||||||||||
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NEMA 4 | |||||||||||
A | 2 | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 2 | 5 A @ 120 V AC | 250V AC | U (White—SPST-NO), D (White—SPST-NO) | Yellow Plastic | 0000000 | 000000 |
NEMA 4X | |||||||||||
E | 2 | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 1 | 5 A @ 120 V AC, 2 A @ 24 V DC | 120V DC 240V AC | Up (Black—SPST-NO), Down (Black—SPST-NO) | Yellow Plastic | 00000000 | 00000 |
F | 3 | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 1 | 5 A @ 120 V AC, 2 A @ 24 V DC | 120V DC 240V AC | Up (Black—SPST-NO), Down (Black—SPST-NO), Stop (Red—DPST-1NO/1NC) | Yellow Plastic | 00000000 | 000000 |
NEMA 4X and IP65 | |||||||||||
B | 2 | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 2 | 6 A @ 120 V AC, 0.5 A @ 24 V DC | 600V AC 600V DC | Up Arrow (White—SPST-NO), Down Arrow (Black—SPST-NO) | Yellow Plastic | 0000000 | 000000 |
B | 2 | 2 | 1 Off (Normally Open) and 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 4 | 6 A @ 120 V AC, 0.5 A @ 24 V DC | 600V AC 600V DC | Up Arrow (White—DPST-1NO/1NC), Down Arrow (Black—DPST-1NO/1NC) | Yellow Plastic | 0000000 | 000000 |
1 Speed with Screw Terminals | |||||||||||
IP67 | |||||||||||
C | 2 | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 2 | 10 A @ 120 V AC, 7 A @ 24 V DC | 28V DC 250V AC | 35 Assorted Labels (Black—SPDT) | Yellow Plastic | 0000000 | 000000 |
2 Speed with Screw Terminals and Mechanical Interlock | |||||||||||
NEMA 4X | |||||||||||
E | 2 | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 4 | 5 A @ 120 V AC, 2 A @ 24 V DC | 120V DC 240V AC | Up (Black—SPST-NO), Down (Black—SPST-NO) | Yellow Plastic | 00000000 | 000000 |
F | 3 | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 4 | 5 A @ 120 V AC, 2 A @ 24 V DC | 120V DC 240V AC | Up (Black—SPST-NO), Down (Black—SPST-NO), Stop (Red—DPST-NC) | Yellow Plastic | 00000000 | 000000 |
NEMA 4X and IP55 | |||||||||||
D | 2 | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 3 | 3 A @ 120 V AC; 1.1 A @ 24 V DC | 120V AC 125V DC | Up (Black—SPST-NO), Down (Black—SPST-NO) | Yellow Plastic | 0000000 | 000000 |
Light Beam Finger-Touch Switches
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An infrared light beam senses the lightest finger contact to switch a circuit on or off. The included guard prevents accidental activation. An indicator lights up to confirm that switches are actuated. They’re rated NEMA 4X, 13, and IP66 for protection from corrosion, washdowns, and oil/coolant spraying.
Switches with a 5-pole mini plug can quickly be changed out.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
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No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Starting Position | Switch Action | Industry Designation | Actuator Color | Switching Current @ Voltage | Current Output, mA | Input Voltage | Dp. Behind Panel | No. of | Ga. | Features | Each | |
Plastic Actuator with Wire Leads | |||||||||||||
For 30 mm Panel Cutout Dia. | |||||||||||||
1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | SPDT | Black | 7 A @ 120 V AC | __ | 120V AC | 3/4" | 5 | 22 | Guard Output Indicator Power Indicator | 00000000 | 0000000 |
1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | SPDT | Black | 7 A @ 120 V AC | __ | 20V AC-30V AC/20V DC-30V DC | 3/4" | 5 | 22 | Guard Output Indicator Power Indicator | 00000000 | 000000 |
Plastic Actuator with Wire Leads and NPN Output | |||||||||||||
For 30 mm Panel Cutout Dia. | |||||||||||||
__ | __ | Springs Back (Momentary) | __ | Black | __ | 150 | 10V DC-30V DC | 3/4" | 4 | 22 | Guard Output Indicator Power Indicator | 00000000 | 000000 |
Plastic Actuator with 5-Pole Mini Plug | |||||||||||||
For 30 mm Panel Cutout Dia. | |||||||||||||
1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | SPDT | Black | 7 A @ 120 V AC | __ | 120V AC | 1 3/8" | __ | __ | Guard Output Indicator Power Indicator | 00000000 | 000000 |
1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | SPDT | Black | 7 A @ 120 V AC | __ | 20V AC-30V AC/20V DC-30V DC | 1 3/8" | __ | __ | Guard Output Indicator Power Indicator | 00000000 | 000000 |
Fingerprint Switches
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Use fingerprints to confirm the identity of personnel before granting access to secure areas or equipment. Switches light up green to indicate that they have accepted the fingerprint and are sending an output signal. The front faces of the switches meet NEMA 12 and IP65. The rear faces of the switches meet IP20.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
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No. of Users | No. of Fingerprints per User | Switch Action | Actuator Color | Signal Output Type | Current Output, mA | Input Voltage | Bulb Voltage | Dp. Behind Panel | No. of | Ga. | Each | |
Plastic Actuator with Wire Leads | ||||||||||||
For 22 mm Panel Cutout Dia. | ||||||||||||
200 | 2 | Springs Back (Momentary) | Black | PNP | 200 | 20V DC-30V DC | 3.3V DC | 1 9/16" | 3 | 22 | 0000000 | 0000000 |
Plastic Actuator with 3-Pole Micro M12 Plug | ||||||||||||
For 22 mm Panel Cutout Dia. | ||||||||||||
200 | 2 | Springs Back (Momentary) | Black | PNP | 200 | 20V DC-30V DC | 3.3V DC | 1 9/16" | __ | __ | 0000000 | 000000 |
Sealed Touch Pad Switches
Suitable for areas with space limitations, these switches have a low profile and a small footprint. They lay flat or mount to a wall. Typically used in start/stop and door opening applications, switches can also be placed underneath objects to alert when the object is removed. All have a sealed housing that resists water and alcohols (not suitable for continuous contact).
Optional mounting frames secure switches to a wall or bench top.
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Shape | No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Starting Position | Switch Action | No. of Terminals | Industry Designation | Color | Switching Current @ Voltage | Actuation Force, lbs. | Material | Dia. | Lg. | Wd. | Thick. | Each | |
Rectangular | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 2 | SPST-NO | Black | 1 A @ 28 V AC/28 V DC | 2.5 | PVC Plastic | __ | 1" | 3/4" | 3/16" | 000000 | 000000 |
Round | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 2 | SPST-NO | Black | 1 A @ 28 V AC/28 V DC | 2.5 | PVC Plastic | 1 1/2" | __ | __ | 1/4" | 000000 | 00000 |