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30 mm Panel-Mount Key Switches
These switches require a key to turn circuits on or off, limiting access to sensitive equipment. Rated NEMA 6, 13, and IP66, they're protected from washdowns and oil/coolant spraying. All are keyed alike, so they open with the same key. They include enough contact blocks to control the number of circuits listed.
Additional contact blocks (sold separately) can be added to control more circuits, or to replace the included contact block.
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 | Switching Current @ Voltage | Max. Voltage  | Dia. | Dp. Behind Panel | For Max. No. of Contact Blocks | No. of Keys Included | Key Removal Position | Each | |
2 Position with Metal Base | |||||||||||||
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With Screw Terminals | |||||||||||||
| 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 2 | SPST-NO | 6 A @ 120 V AC, 2.5 A @ 24 V DC | 600V AC 600V DC | 1 5/16" | 1 5/8" | 4 | 2 | Left | 0000000 | 0000000 |
| 2 | 1 Off (Normally Open) and 1 On (Normally Closed) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 4 | DPST-1NO/1NC | 6 A @ 120 V AC, 2.5 A @ 24 V DC | 600V AC 600V DC | 1 5/16" | 1 5/8" | 4 | 2 | Left | 0000000 | 000000 |
| Replacement Key | 00000000 | Each | 000000 |
| No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Starting Position | No. of Terminals | Industry Designation | Environmental Rating | Specifications Met | Each | |
| 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | 2 | SPST-NO | IP20 | CSA Certified, EN 60947-1, EN 60947-5-1, EN 60947-5-4, IEC 60947-1, IEC 60947-5-1, IEC 60947-5-4 | 0000000 | 000000 |
| 1 | 1 On (Normally Closed) | 2 | SPST-NC | IP20 | CSA Certified, EN 60947-1, EN 60947-5-1, EN 60947-5-4, IEC 60947-1, IEC 60947-5-1, IEC 60947-5-4 | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 2 | 1 Off (Normally Open) and 1 On (Normally Closed) | 4 | DPST-1NO/1NC | IP20 | CSA Certified, EN 60947-1, EN 60947-5-1, EN 60947-5-4, IEC 60947-1, IEC 60947-5-1, IEC 60947-5-4 | 0000000 | 00000 |
Joystick Switches
Intuitively steer and position cranes, robot arms, and other machinery that moves in multiple directions—your equipment will follow the movements you make with these joysticks. They control multiple circuits as you move them in different directions and patterns. Assemble a complete switch with an actuator and at least one contact block (sold separately). All actuators include a mounting clip that can fit up to two contact blocks. They’re NEMA and IP rated for protection from dust, washdowns, and oil/coolant spraying.
Two-position actuators require one to four contact blocks. Four-position actuators require two to four contact blocks. They are off in the center position.
Momentary actuators can only be locked in the off position. Maintained actuators can be locked in any position.
Chrome-plated steel actuators resist wear better than rubber actuators.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
| Direction of Operation | Switch Action | Actuator Material | Dp. Behind Panel | Environmental Rating | Manufacturer | Each | |
2 Position for 30 mm Panel Cutout Dia. | |||||||
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| Up, Down | Springs Back (Momentary) | Chrome-Plated Steel | 1 7/16" | IP66, NEMA 13, NEMA 6 | Schneider Electric | 000000000 | 0000000 |
| Up, Down | Stays Switched (Maintained) | Chrome-Plated Steel | 1 7/16" | IP66, NEMA 13, NEMA 6 | Schneider Electric | 000000000 | 000000 |
4 Position for 30 mm Panel Cutout Dia. | |||||||
| Up, Down, Left, Right | Springs Back (Momentary) | Chrome-Plated Steel | 1 7/16" | IP66, NEMA 13, NEMA 6 | Schneider Electric | 000000000 | 000000 |
Water-Resistant Miniature Switch Mats
Rated IP67 and NEMA 6, these switch mats withstand washdowns and temporary submersion. They have a smaller footprint than other switch mats to fit in confined spaces.
Wire Leads | |||||||||||||||||
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| Wd. | Lg. | Thick. | No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Starting Position | Switch Action | Industry Designation | Switching Current @ Voltage | Actuation Force, lbs. | Max. Pressure, psi | Color | No. of | Lg., ft. | Ga. | Material | Specifications Met | Each | |
With Wire Leads | |||||||||||||||||
| 6" | 8" | 3/8" | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | SPST-NO | 1 A @ 24 V AC/24 V DC | 10-15 | 3,000 | Black | 2 | 15 | 18 | Vinyl Plastic | C-UL Recognized Component, UL Recognized Component | 0000000 | 0000000 |
Harsh Environment Potentiometers
Rated NEMA 13, these potentiometers protect against debris and splashing oil and coolant. Also known as variable output switches, they vary electrical flow to control speed, volume, and light intensity.
NEMA 6 potentiometers seal out water from temporary submersion as well as weather and washdowns.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Actuator | ||||||||||||
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| Wattage @ Voltage | Max. Voltage | For Panel Cutout Dia. | Dp. Behind Panel | No. of Turns | Dia. | Material | Wire Connection Type | Environmental Rating | Specifications Met | Choose a Max. Resistance | Each | |
Metal | ||||||||||||
| 2 W @ 300 V DC 2 W @ 300 V AC | 300V AC/300V DC | 1 3/16" (30 mm) | 1 15/16" | 1 | 1 1/8" | Plastic | Screw Terminals | NEMA 6, NEMA 13, IP65 | UL Listed, C-UL Listed, CSA Certified, CE Marked | 0000000 | 0000000 | |