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    Abrasive Blaster Safety Switches

    Image of ProductInUse. Front orientation. Abrasive Blaster Safety Switches.
    Add these switches to your abrasive blasting hose to prevent it from spraying if the operator loses control. Also known as deadman switches, they prevent injuries and reduce wasted material by springing back to the off position when the operator lets go. All are for use with blasting systems that allow remote control blasting. Attach to your hose with hose clamps.
    Electric
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Abrasive Blaster Safety Switches. Electric, Handle Actuator.

    Handle

    Actuator

    These switches send an electric signal to the control panel on the blaster to stop the spray. Because the signal is electric, these switches respond quickly even when your hose is long. They're recommended for hose that's over 100-ft. long and required by OSHA standards for hose that's over 200-ft. long.
    Handle Actuator—Switches with handle actuators have a large surface area, so you still have leverage when squeezing the switch in your palm, even when wearing bulky gloves.
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    V DC
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    Handle1 On
    		3SPST-NC
    		5 amp @ 24V DC28Stainless Steel
    		PlasticHardwire12 1/2"5"3"00000000000000
    Air Powered
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Abrasive Blaster Safety Switches. Air Powered, Handle Actuator.

    Handle

    Actuator

    These switches send an air signal to the inlet and outlet valves on the blaster to stop the spray. Because the signal can be delayed for longer hose lengths, these switches are not recommended for hose that's over 100-ft. long. They have a long, handle actuator that you can squeeze in your palm, even when wearing bulky gloves.
    Air Inlet
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    Handle1 On
    		1/8, 1/4
    		MaleNPT
    		55 to 150Stainless Steel
    		Plastic2 1/2"5"3"00000000000000
    Abrasive Blaster Repair Kits
    Each
    Repair Kit for Air-Powered Handle Switch (Includes Screw, Seal, Spring, Valve Assembly)0000000000000
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