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Light Beam Finger-Touch Switches
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.
Wire Leads | |||||||||||||
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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 |
Finger-Touch Switches
The light touch of a finger turns circuits on and off without pressing down a contact. These switches are rated IP67 for protection from dust and temporary submersion.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
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| Switch Starting Position | Switch Action | Switch Position— Light Color | Message (Actuator Color) | Current Output, mA | Input Voltage Range | Bulb Voltage | Dia. | Dp. Behind Panel | No. of | Ga. | Environmental Rating | Each | |
Stainless Steel Base with Wire Leads and NPN Output | |||||||||||||
For 22 mm Panel Cutout Dia. | |||||||||||||
| 1 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | Off (Normally Open)—Green On (Normally Closed)—Red | Start (Green) | 200 | 15V DC-35V DC | 35V DC | 1 1/8" | 3/4" | 3 | 26 | IP67, IK10 | 0000000 | 0000000 |
| 1 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | Off (Normally Open)—Green On (Normally Closed)—Red | Touch Activation Symbol (White) | 200 | 15V DC-35V DC | 35V DC | 1 1/8" | 3/4" | 3 | 26 | IP67, IK10 | 0000000 | 000000 |
Stainless Steel Base with Wire Leads and PNP Output | |||||||||||||
For 22 mm Panel Cutout Dia. | |||||||||||||
| 1 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | Off (Normally Open)—Green On (Normally Closed)—Red | Touch Activation Symbol (White) | 200 | 15V DC-35V DC | 35V DC | 1 1/8" | 3/4" | 3 | 26 | IP67, IK10 | 0000000 | 000000 |
Fingerprint Switches
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.
Covers (sold separately) have an adhesive-back hinge, so you can stick them on to your switch. Keep the cover flipped down to protect the switch’s sensor from dust and debris.
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Wire Leads | Covers | |||||||||||||
| 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 | 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 | 00000000 | 000000 |
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 | 00000000 | 00000 |
Two-Hand Safety Switches
It takes two hands to activate these switches, minimizing the risk of accidental equipment start up. They have an emergency stop push-button to immediately cut power. They’re rated IP65 for protection from low-pressure washdowns.
Switches with finger-touch actuators turn circuits on and off with a light touch, even when wearing gloves. An infrared sensor detects the lightest finger contact, and an indicator lights up to confirm when they are activated. Because they don't require you to press down a button to operate, they meet ANSI B11.TR1 standards to reduce hand, wrist, and arm fatigue. You'll need a relay or controller to complete your system—upgrade to a controller if you plan to operate additional devices beyond your switch.
Safety controller expansion modules can be added to safety controllers to increase the number of inputs.
Telescoping stands can be added to switches with finger-touch actuators to mount them away from a wall. The stands telescope to adjust the height of the switch and tilt to adjust the angle of the switch.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Actuator | Mounting | ||||||||||||||
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| No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Starting Position | Switch Action | Industry Designation | Material | Color | Switching Current @ Voltage | Ht. | Wd. | Dp. | No. of Holes | Hole Dia. | Mounting Fasteners Included | Features | Each | |
Finger-Touch Actuators | |||||||||||||||
| 2 | 1 Off (Normally Open) and 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | DPST-1NO/1NC | Plastic | Black | 0.15 A @ 24 V DC | 3 7/16" | 18 11/16" | 5 1/2" | 4 | 21/64" | No | Emergency Stop Button, Output Indicator, Power Indicator | 00000000 | 0000000 |
hp @ Switching Voltage | ||||||||||||
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| Input Voltage | No. of Terminals | Switching Current @ Voltage | Max. Switching Voltage | Single Phase | Three Phase | Auxiliary Contact Switch Starting Position (No. of Contacts) | For DIN Rail Size, mm | Wire Connection Type | Features | Max. System Safety Rating | Each | |
3 Circuits Controlled with 3 Off (Normally Open) or 3 On (Normally Closed)—3PST | ||||||||||||
| 24V DC | 18 | 20 A @ 600 V AC | 600V AC | 1/2 hp @ 120 V AC 1 1/2 hp @ 240 V AC | 3 hp @ 240 V AC 5 hp @ 480 V AC 7 1/2 hp @ 600 V AC | 1 Off (Normally Open) (2) 1 On (Normally Closed) (3) | 35 | Screw-Clamp Terminals | Inspection Window, Interlocked Opposing Contacts, Mirror Contacts, Nondetachable Contacts, Recessed Terminals, Self-Monitoring Circuitry | PLe, SIL3, CAT 4, 600V | 0000000 | 0000000 |
USB Connection | Ethernet Connection | ||||||||||||||
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| No. of Inputs | Input Voltage | Signal Output Type | Type | Standard | Gender | Type | Gender | Communication Protocol | For Max. No. of Expansion Modules | Ht. | Wd. | Dp. | Display Type | Each | |
USB Connection | |||||||||||||||
| 26 | 24V DC | PNP | Micro B | 2.0 | Female | __ | __ | __ | 8 | 4 5/16" | 1 3/4" | 5 1/16" | LCD | 00000000 | 000000000 |
USB and Ethernet Connection | |||||||||||||||
| 26 | 24V DC | PNP | Micro B | 2.0 | Female | RJ45 | Female | Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP, Profinet | 8 | 4 5/16" | 1 3/4" | 5 1/16" | __ | 00000000 | 00000000 |
| Input Voltage | No. of Outputs | Signal Output Type | Ht. | Wd. | Dp. | Each | |
| 24V DC | 4 | PNP | 4 5/16" | 1" | 5 1/16" | 00000000 | 0000000 |
Base Mounting Holes | Head Mounting Holes | |||||||||||
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| Ht. | Wd. | Dp. | Head Movement | Tilt Range of Motion | Material | No. of | Dia. | No. of | Dia. | Mounting Fasteners Included | Each | |
| 31 1/2"-48 1/2" | 24 1/16" | 24" | Tilt | 30° | Steel | 4 | 29/64" | 2 | 5/16" | Yes | 00000000 | 0000000 |
Mounting | ||||||||
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| Ht. | Wd. | Dp. | Material | No. of Holes | Hole Dia. | Mounting Fasteners Included | Each | |
| 5 15/16" | 10 1/4" | 3/8" | Steel | 4 | 3/8" | Yes | 00000000 | 000000 |
Wire Leads | |||||||||||
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| Input Voltage | Signal Output Type | Ht. | Wd. | Dp. | Thread Size | Cable Lg., ft. | No. of | Lg., ft. | Features | Each | |
| 10V DC-30V DC | PNP | 2 5/16" | 2 3/8" | 1 11/16" | M30 × 1.5 mm | 1 | 5 | 1 | Output Indicator, Power Indicator | 00000000 | 0000000 |
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.
| 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 |
Easy-Clean Touch Light Switches
Flat and completely smooth, these switches are easy to wipe down. They’re rated NEMA 3R, so they seal out water that could damage the circuitry. They also won’t corrode from mild cleaning solutions. With just a light tap, you can switch lights on and off, even if you’re wearing gloves.
Switches with a stainless steel wall plate resist wear and tear better than switches with a plastic wall plate.
Switches | Replacement Wall Plates | ||||||||||
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| For Outlet Box Type | Wall Plate Material | No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Action | Switching Current @ Voltage | Wire Connection Type | Environmental Rating | Specifications Met | Each | Each | ||
| 1 Device (1 Gang) | White ABS Plastic | 1 | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 10 A @ 120 V AC, 8 A @ 277 V AC | Wire Leads | NEMA 3R | UL Listed, C-UL Listed | 0000000 | 0000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
| 1 Device (1 Gang) | 302/304 Stainless Steel | 1 | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 10 A @ 120 V AC, 8 A @ 277 V AC | Wire Leads | NEMA 3R | UL Listed, C-UL Listed | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 2 Device (2 Gang) | White ABS Plastic | 2 | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 10 A @ 120 V AC, 8 A @ 277 V AC | Wire Leads | NEMA 3R | UL Listed, C-UL Listed | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
| For Outlet Box Type | No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Action | Switching Current @ Voltage | Wire Connection Type | Environmental Rating | Specifications Met | Each | |
| 1 Device (1 Gang) | 1 | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 10 A @ 120 V AC, 8 A @ 277 V AC | Wire Leads | NEMA 3R | UL Listed, C-UL Listed | 0000000 | 000000 |