Choosing an Electrical Switch
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Magnetically Actuated Switches
These switches actuate when a magnet comes within sensing distance, and reset when the magnet moves away. They’re often used to detect when a door or window opens. Mount the switch in a stationary position, such as a door frame, and mount the magnet to a movable object, such as the door. They do not include a safety relay and cannot be used with safety-guard doors found on machinery.
NEMA 4X rated switches are protected from corrosion and washdowns. IP67 rated switches protect against temporary submersion, as well as dust and dirt.
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Wire Leads | Replacement Magnets | ||||||||||||||||
| No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Starting Position | Industry Designation | Switching Current @ Voltage | Max. Voltage  | Max. Sensing Distance | No. of | Lg., ft. | Dia. | Lg. | Wd. | Ht. | Environmental Rating | Each | Each | |||
Plastic Housing | |||||||||||||||||
With Wire Leads | |||||||||||||||||
| A | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | SPST-NO | 2 A @ 30 V AC, 2 A @ 60 V DC | 250V AC/250V DC | 0.8" | 2 | 3 | __ | 3.16" | 0.79" | 0.59" | NEMA 4X, IP67 | 00000000 | 0000000 | 00000000 | 000000 |
| C | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | SPST-NO | 80 mA @ 120 V AC | 250V AC | 0.4" | 2 | 3 | __ | 1.13" | 0.71" | 0.25" | NEMA 4X, IP67 | 00000000 | 000000 | 00000000 | 00000 |
| E | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | SPST-NO | 80 mA @ 120 V AC | 250V AC | 0.1" | 2 | 3 | 0.24" | 1.12" | __ | __ | NEMA 4X, IP67 | 00000000 | 000000 | 00000000 | 00000 |
Magnetic Contact Alarm Switches
Wire contacts to an alarm system to alert when doors or windows are opened. Mount the magnet to the door or window and mount the switch to the frame. The alarm will activate when the magnet is pulled away by the opening door or window.
SPDT switches connect to an alarm system and to another device, such as a motion detector.
| Style | No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Starting Position | Industry Designation | Switching Current @ Voltage | Max. Sensing Distance | Wire Lead Lg., ft. | Lg. | Wd. | Ht. | Color | Environment | Environmental Rating | Each | |
Plastic Housing with Wire Leads | ||||||||||||||
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Adhesive Back with Sealed Housing | ||||||||||||||
| A | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | SPST-NO | 0.5 A @ 100 V AC/100 V DC | 0.62" | 1 | 1.5" | 0.25" | 0.37" | White | Corrosive, Oily, Outdoor, Washdown, Submersible | NEMA 4X, NEMA 6, NEMA 12, IP67 | 0000000 | 00000 |
Aluminum Housing with Wire Leads | ||||||||||||||
Screw On with Flexible Stainless Steel Conduit and Sealed Housing | ||||||||||||||
| A | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | SPST-NO | 0.5 A @ 100 V AC/100 V DC | 3" | 3 | 3" | 0.5" | 1" | __ | Corrosive, Washdown, Temporary Submersion | NEMA 4X, NEMA 6, NEMA 12, IP67 | 0000000 | 00000 |
| A | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) | SPDT | 0.25 A @ 30 V AC/30 V DC | 3" | 3 | 3" | 0.5" | 1" | __ | Corrosive, Washdown, Temporary Submersion | NEMA 4X, NEMA 6, NEMA 12, IP67 | 0000000 | 00000 |
| B | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | SPST-NO | 0.5 A @ 100 V AC/100 V DC | 3" | 3 | 3.5" | 1.5" | 1.5" | __ | Corrosive, Washdown, Temporary Submersion | NEMA 4X, NEMA 6, NEMA 12, IP67 | 0000000 | 00000 |
| B | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) | SPDT | 0.25 A @ 30 V AC/30 V DC | 3" | 3 | 3.5" | 1.5" | 1.5" | __ | Corrosive, Washdown, Temporary Submersion | NEMA 4X, NEMA 6, NEMA 12, IP67 | 0000000 | 00000 |
| D | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | SPST-NO | 0.5 A @ 100 V AC/100 V DC | 3" | 2 | 3.62" | 0.68" | 3" | __ | Corrosive, Oily, Outdoor, Washdown, Submersible | NEMA 4X, NEMA 6, NEMA 12, IP67 | 00000000 | 00000 |