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Vibration-Resistant 22 mm Panel-Mount Lever Switches

Prevent accidental actuation from bumps—these switches require you to grip and twist the lever to turn the switch. The contact block and actuator are all one piece, so they won’t separate in high-vibration applications. Install them in a standard panel cutout.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Lever Lg. | No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Starting Position | Switch Action | No. of Terminals | Industry Designation | Switching Current @ Voltage | Max. Voltage | Dia. | Dp. Behind Panel | Environmental Rating | Specifications Met | Each | |
2 Position with Screw Terminals | |||||||||||||
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1 1/8" | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 2 | SPST-NO | 0.6 A @ 120 V AC, 0.22 A @ 125 V DC | 240V AC 250V DC | 1 1/8" | 1 11/16" | NEMA 3, NEMA 12, IP65 | UL Listed, UL 508, CSA Certified, CCC Marked, CE Marked | 0000000 | 000000 |
1 1/8" | 2 | 1 Off (Normally Open) and 1 On (Normally Closed) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 4 | DPST-1NO/1NC | 0.6 A @ 120 V AC, 0.22 A @ 125 V DC | 240V AC 250V DC | 1 1/8" | 1 11/16" | NEMA 3, NEMA 12, IP65 | UL Listed, UL 508, CSA Certified, CCC Marked, CE Marked | 0000000 | 00000 |
3 Position with Screw Terminals | |||||||||||||
1 1/8" | 2 | 2 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 4 | DPST-NO | 0.6 A @ 120 V AC, 0.22 A @ 125 V DC | 240V AC 250V DC | 1 1/8" | 1 11/16" | NEMA 3, NEMA 12, IP65 | UL Listed, UL 508, CSA Certified, CCC Marked, CE Marked | 0000000 | 00000 |
Vibration-Resistant 22 mm Panel-Mount Key Switches

To prevent accidental actuation and limit access to sensitive equipment, these switches require a key to turn circuits on or off. The contact block and actuator are all one piece, so they won’t separate in high-vibration applications. Install them in a standard panel cutout. They’re keyed alike, so they will all open with the same key.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Starting Position | Switch Action | No. of Terminals | Industry Designation | Actuator Color | Switching Current @ Voltage | Max. Voltage | Dia. | Dp. Behind Panel | No. of Keys Included | Key Removal Position | Each | |
2 Position with Plastic Base | |||||||||||||
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With Screw Terminals | |||||||||||||
1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 2 | SPST-NO | Black | 0.6 A @ 120 V AC, 0.22 A @125 V DC | 240V AC 250V DC | 1 1/8" | 1 11/16" | 2 | Left | 0000000 | 000000 |
3 Position with Plastic Base | |||||||||||||
With Screw Terminals | |||||||||||||
2 | 2 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 4 | DPST-NO | Black | 0.6 A @ 120 V AC, 0.22 A @125 V DC | 240V AC 250V DC | 1 1/8" | 1 11/16" | 2 | Center | 0000000 | 00000 |
Corrosion-Resistant Washdown Pendant Switches
Control cranes and other mobile machinery in dirty, outdoor, and wet environments without damaging your switch. The plastic housing is rated NEMA 4X to protect the switch interior from dust, sprayed water, and ice. They are also rated NEMA 12 for keeping out oil and other liquid drips. All of these switches can be wired to prevent two buttons from operating at the same time.
Two-speed switches have staged contacts. For slow speed, press the button halfway down to close the first contact. For high speed, push it all the way to close the second contact.
Use labels to replace worn stickers or change the function of a button. Packs include 28 commonly used functions, such as up, down, start, and stop.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.







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 | For Cable OD | Each | |
1 Speed with Screw Terminals | ||||||||||||
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2 | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 2 | 5 A @ 120 V AC, 2 A @ 24 V DC | 120V DC 250V AC | 28 Assorted Labels | 2 Black Buttons (SPST-NO) | Yellow ABS Plastic | 0.3"-0.41" | 0000000 | 0000000 |
2 | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 2 | 5 A @ 120 V AC, 2 A @ 24 V DC | 120V DC 250V AC | 28 Assorted Labels | 1 Green Button (SPST-NO), 1 Red Button (SPST-NC) | Yellow ABS Plastic | 0.3"-0.41" | 0000000 | 000000 |
2 | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 2 | 5 A @ 120 V AC, 2 A @ 24 V DC | 120V DC 250V AC | 28 Assorted Labels | 1 Green Button (SPST-NO), 1 Red Button (SPST-NC) | Yellow ABS Plastic | 0.3"-0.41" | 0000000 | 000000 |
3 | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 2 | 5 A @ 120 V AC, 2 A @ 24 V DC | 120V DC 250V AC | 28 Assorted Labels | 2 Black Buttons (SPST-NO), 1 Red Button with Right Arrows and Turn Reset (SPST-NC) | Yellow ABS Plastic | 0.52"-0.65" | 0000000 | 000000 |
4 | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 2 | 5 A @ 120 V AC, 2 A @ 24 V DC | 120V DC 250V AC | 28 Assorted Labels | 4 Black Buttons (SPST-NO) | Yellow ABS Plastic | 0.41"-0.53" | 0000000 | 000000 |
4 | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 2 | 5 A @ 120 V AC, 2 A @ 24 V DC | 120V DC 250V AC | 28 Assorted Labels | 2 Black Buttons (SPST-NO), 1 Green Button (SPST-NO), 1 Red Button (SPST-NC) | Yellow ABS Plastic | 0.41"-0.53" | 0000000 | 000000 |
4 | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 2 | 5 A @ 120 V AC, 2 A @ 24 V DC | 120V DC 250V AC | 28 Assorted Labels | 2 Black Buttons (SPST-NO), 1 Green Button (SPST-NO), 1 Red Button (SPST-NC) | Yellow ABS Plastic | 0.41"-0.53" | 0000000 | 000000 |
6 | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 2 | 5 A @ 120 V AC, 2 A @ 24 V DC | 120V DC 250V AC | 28 Assorted Labels | 6 Black Buttons (SPST-NO) | Yellow ABS Plastic | 0.52"-0.65" | 0000000 | 000000 |
6 | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 2 | 5 A @ 120 V AC, 2 A @ 24 V DC | 120V DC 250V AC | 28 Assorted Labels | 4 Black Buttons (SPST-NO), 1 Green Button (SPST-NO), 1 Red Button (SPST-NC) | Yellow ABS Plastic | 0.52"-0.65" | 0000000 | 000000 |
6 | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 2 | 5 A @ 120 V AC, 2 A @ 24 V DC | 120V DC 250V AC | 28 Assorted Labels | 4 Black Buttons (SPST-NO), 1 Green Button (SPST-NO), 1 Red Button (SPST-NC) | Yellow ABS Plastic | 0.52"-0.65" | 0000000 | 000000 |
8 | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 2 | 5 A @ 120 V AC, 2 A @ 24 V DC | 120V DC 250V AC | 28 Assorted Labels | 8 Black Buttons (SPST-NO) | Yellow ABS Plastic | 0.52"-0.65" | 0000000 | 000000 |
8 | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 2 | 5 A @ 120 V AC, 2 A @ 24 V DC | 120V DC 250V AC | 28 Assorted Labels | 6 Black Buttons (SPST-NO), 1 Green Button (SPST-NO), 1 Red Button (SPST-NC) | Yellow ABS Plastic | 0.52"-0.65" | 0000000 | 000000 |
8 | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 2 | 5 A @ 120 V AC, 2 A @ 24 V DC | 120V DC 250V AC | 28 Assorted Labels | 6 Black Buttons (SPST-NO), 1 Green Button (SPST-NO), 1 Red Button (SPST-NC) | Yellow ABS Plastic | 0.52"-0.65" | 0000000 | 000000 |
10 | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 2 | 5 A @ 120 V AC, 2 A @ 24 V DC | 120V DC 250V AC | 28 Assorted Labels | 10 Black Buttons (SPST-NO) | Yellow ABS Plastic | 0.64"-0.77" | 0000000 | 000000 |
12 | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 2 | 5 A @ 120 V AC, 2 A @ 24 V DC | 120V DC 250V AC | 28 Assorted Labels | 12 Black Buttons (SPST-NO) | Yellow ABS Plastic | 0.64"-0.77" | 0000000 | 000000 |
2 Speed with Screw Terminals | ||||||||||||
2 | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 2 | 5 A @ 120 V AC, 2 A @ 24 V DC | 120V DC 250V AC | 28 Assorted Labels | 2 Black Buttons (SPST-NO) | Yellow ABS Plastic | 0.3"-0.41" | 0000000 | 000000 |
4 | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 2 | 5 A @ 120 V AC, 2 A @ 24 V DC | 120V DC 250V AC | 28 Assorted Labels | 4 Black Buttons (SPST-NO) | Yellow ABS Plastic | 0.41"-0.53" | 0000000 | 000000 |
6 | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 2 | 5 A @ 120 V AC, 2 A @ 24 V DC | 120V DC 250V AC | 28 Assorted Labels | 6 Black Buttons (SPST-NO) | Yellow ABS Plastic | 0.52"-0.65" | 0000000 | 000000 |
6 | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 2 | 5 A @ 120 V AC, 2 A @ 24 V DC | 120V DC 250V AC | 28 Assorted Labels | 4 Black Buttons (SPST-NO), 1 Green Button (SPST-NO), 1 Red Button (SPST-NC) | Yellow ABS Plastic | 0.52"-0.65" | 0000000 | 000000 |
6 | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 2 | 5 A @ 120 V AC, 2 A @ 24 V DC | 120V DC 250V AC | 28 Assorted Labels | 4 Black Buttons (SPST-NO), 1 Green Button (SPST-NO), 1 Red Button (SPST-NC) | Yellow ABS Plastic | 0.52"-0.65" | 0000000 | 000000 |
8 | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 2 | 5 A @ 120 V AC, 2 A @ 24 V DC | 120V DC 250V AC | 28 Assorted Labels | 8 Black Buttons (SPST-NO) | Yellow ABS Plastic | 0.52"-0.65" | 0000000 | 000000 |
8 | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 2 | 5 A @ 120 V AC, 2 A @ 24 V DC | 120V DC 250V AC | 28 Assorted Labels | 6 Black Buttons (SPST-NO), 1 Green Button (SPST-NO), 1 Red Button (SPST-NC) | Yellow ABS Plastic | 0.52"-0.65" | 0000000 | 000000 |
8 | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 2 | 5 A @ 120 V AC, 2 A @ 24 V DC | 120V DC 250V AC | 28 Assorted Labels | 6 Black Buttons (SPST-NO), 1 Green Button (SPST-NO), 1 Red Button (SPST-NC) | Yellow ABS Plastic | 0.52"-0.65" | 0000000 | 000000 |

Message | Each | |
28 Assorted Labels | 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.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Switches | ||||||||||||||
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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 |
Washdown Enclosed Motor Switches

Housing, Lockout,
and Power Indicator
Install these switches in areas with oil, coolant, corrosive chemicals, and regular washdowns. They're rated IP69K and NEMA 4X and 12 or 12K. Since they’re already protected inside a housing, you can mount them to a wall if there’s no space left in your electrical panel. You need to grip and twist the lever to actuate, so they won’t accidentally turn on or off if something bumps into them. To lock them in the off position, attach a padlock (not included) to the lever. Use these switches to turn motors on and off, or with other circuits such as lighting and electric heat circuits. They do not provide overload protection.
Switches with a plastic housing can be turned into a handheld control for moving around your workstation by attaching a cord and cord grip. The housing is PBT polyester, so it won’t swell in moist environments.
Switches with a power indicator use LED lights to show the status of power flowing into the switch and power flowing from the switch to your motor. This can help you check for issues, such as a welded contact or phase loss, without having to open the housing.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Switching | ||||||||||||
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No. of Circuits Controlled | Electrical Phase (hp) | Switch Starting Position | Industry Designation | Current, A | Voltage | Ht. | Wd. | Wire Connection Type | Environmental Rating | Specifications Met | Each | |
Stays Switched (Maintained) | ||||||||||||
PBT Plastic Housing with Lockout, Power Indicator | ||||||||||||
3 | Three (7 1/2 hp @ 240 V AC) | 3 Off (Normally Open) | 3PST-NO | 30 | 600V AC | 8.2" | 5.3" | Screw Terminals | NEMA 4X, IP69K, NEMA 12 | UL Listed, C-UL Listed, UL 746C, UL 94 5VA | 00000000 | 0000000 |
3 | Three (30 hp @ 240 V AC) | 3 Off (Normally Open) | 3PST-NO | 60 | 600V AC | 10.9" | 7.3" | Screw Terminals | NEMA 4X, IP69K, NEMA 12 | UL Listed, C-UL Listed, UL 746C, UL 94 5VA | 00000000 | 000000 |
3 | Three (30 hp @ 240 V AC) | 3 Off (Normally Open) | 3PST-NO | 100 | 600V AC | 10.9" | 7.3" | Screw Terminals | NEMA 4X, IP69K, NEMA 12 | UL Listed, C-UL Listed, UL 746C, UL 94 5VA | 00000000 | 000000 |
Enclosed Heavy Duty Build-Your-Own Manual Motor Starters
Combine a switch with a thermal overload element to build a starter that can handle high-current-rated motors. All are housed in a durable steel enclosure. They’re also known as NEMA starters.
NEMA 12 rated switches are protected from oil/coolant dripping.
Thermal overload elements shut motors off if current exceeds the full-load current rating. Three elements are required. To Order: Please specify the full-load current rating of your motor. If the full-load current rating is not shown on the motor’s faceplate, estimate the current rating (given the motor’s horsepower and voltage).
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

NEMA Contact Size | Electrical Phase (hp) | Housing Material | Ht. | Wd. | Dp. | Wire Connection Type | Environment | Environmental Rating | Specifications Met | Each | |
NEMA 12 Motor Starters | |||||||||||
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M0 | Three (2 hp @ 115 V AC) Three (3 hp @ 230 V AC) Three (5 hp @ 460 V AC) | Painted Steel | 9.4" | 5.5" | 5" | Screw Terminals | Oily | NEMA 12 | UL Listed, CSA Certified | 0000000 | 000000000 |
M1 | Three (3 hp @ 115 V AC) Three (7 1/2 hp @ 230 V AC) Three (10 hp @ 460 V AC) | Painted Steel | 9.4" | 5.5" | 5" | Screw Terminals | Oily | NEMA 12 | UL Listed, CSA Certified | 0000000 | 00000000 |

Each | ||
000000 | 000000 |