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About Electrical Switches

Choose a switch with the right trigger type, number of inputs, and control functions to power your equipment.

Pendant Switches

Control machinery from a safe distance, or use these switches as call buttons.

Wet-Location Pendant Switches

These switches withstand temporary submersion.

Enabling Pendant Switches

Also known as deadman switches, these switches make sure equipment only runs if you lightly press the hand grip. If you let go or a shock tightens your grip, they cut power.

Easy-Grip Pendant Switches

With a slim shape, these switches fit comfortably in your hand.

Corrosion-Resistant Washdown Pendant Switches

Control cranes and other mobile machinery in dirty, outdoor, and wet environments without damaging your switch.

Wireless Self-Powered Pendant Switches

Never worry about your pendant switch losing power. These pendant switches generate enough power from pushing the button to send a signal to a receiver up to 330 feet away.

Wireless Pendant Switches

Operate equipment from up to 330 feet away—these switches include a transmitter and a receiver that connects to equipment.

Compact Wireless Pendant Switches

Control machinery such as cranes, hoists, or trolleys with a wireless switch. About the size of a cell phone, these switches fit in the palm of your hand.

Impact-Resistant Pendant Switches

A durable rubber housing covers the buttons and protects these switches from impact.

Finger-Touch Switches

Light Beam Finger-Touch Switches

An infrared light beam senses the lightest finger contact to switch a circuit on or off.

Finger-Touch Switches

The light touch of a finger turns circuits on and off without pressing down a contact. Program these switches to fit your application—control their color, pattern, and sensitivity.

Sanitary Finger-Touch Switches

With just a light touch, these switches turn circuits on and off in sanitary areas—even when you're wearing gloves.

Fingerprint Switches

Use fingerprints to confirm the identity of personnel before granting access to secure areas or equipment.

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.

Two-Hand Safety Switches

It takes two hands to activate these switches, minimizing the risk of accidental equipment start up.

Easy-Clean Touch Light Switches

Flat and completely smooth, these switches are easy to wipe down. With just a light tap, you can switch lights on and off, even if you’re wearing gloves.