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High-Visibility Plastic Emergency Stop Enclosed Push-Button Switches
A red light flashes when the actuator is pushed, making it easy to see from a distance. These switches immediately cut power with a single push. They're housed in a protective yellow enclosure for quick identification. All have positive force contacts that will open a circuit when actuated even if a spring fails or the contacts stick. They're rated IP65 for protection from water projected by a nozzle.
Note: If wiring the switch and the bulb to the same circuit, the circuit voltage must not exceed bulb voltage.
Auxiliary contacts allow you to add a signaling device or control another switch.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Auxiliary Contacts | ||||||||||||||
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| No. of Buttons | Actuator Color | No. of Circuits Controlled per Button | Switch Starting Position | Switch Action | Industry Designation | Switching Current @ Voltage | Max. Voltage  | No. of | Switch Starting Position | Switch Position | Light Pattern | Bulb Voltage | Each | |
With 8-Pole Micro M12 Plug | ||||||||||||||
Surface Mount with Turn Reset and Emergency Stop Label | ||||||||||||||
| 1 | Red | 2 | 2 On (Normally Closed) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | DPST-NC | 2 A @ 60 V AC, 1 A @ 30 V DC | 60V AC 75V DC | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | On (Normally Closed),Off (Normally Open) | Continuous Green, Flashing Red | 30V DC | 000000 | 0000000 |
| 1 | Red | 2 | 2 On (Normally Closed) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | DPST-NC | 2 A @ 60 V AC, 1 A @ 30 V DC | 60V AC 75V DC | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | On (Normally Closed),Off (Normally Open) | Flashing Red | 30V DC | 000000 | 000000 |
Handle Push-Button Switches
Save space in your setup—these switches double as handles on machines and equipment. Grab the handle and trigger the push-button to open the door and activate the switch in one motion. They’re often used on cages surrounding robotics.
Style D display colors and patterns on the illuminated handle to show multiple machine conditions. For example, you could program the handle to be blue when a machine is operating at half speed and change to flashing red when it stops.
Switches with status indicators alert you when a switch has been actuated.
Emergency stop switches immediately cut power when pushed.
Stainless steel handles resist corrosion and chemicals, so they’re the best choice for harsh environments.
Add a matching handle without a switch to keep door pulls uniform.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Switches | Handles without Switch | |||||||||||
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| No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Starting Position | Switch Action | Actuator Color (Industry Designation) | No. of Terminals | Switching Current @ Voltage | Max. Voltage | Handle Lg. | Plug Type | Each | Each | ||
Glass-Filled Nylon Plastic Handle—Status Indicators | ||||||||||||
| 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 1 Purple Button (SPST-NO) | 2 | 4 A @ 12 V DC | 48V DC | 6 5/16" | 8-Pole M12 | 0000000 | 0000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
| 2 | 1 Off (Normally Open) and 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 1 Blue Button (DPST-1NO/1NC) | 4 | 1 A @ 115 V AC, 4 A @ 28 V DC | 28V DC/115V AC | 6 5/16" | 8-Pole M12 | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
| No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Starting Position | Switch Action | Actuator Color (Industry Designation) | No. of Terminals | Switching Current @ Voltage | Max. Voltage | Handle Lg. | Bulb Color | Plug Type | Each | |
Glass-Filled Nylon Plastic Handle | |||||||||||
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| 2 | 1 Off (Normally Open) and 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 1 Green Button (DPST-1NO/1NC) | 4 | 1 A @ 24 V AC, 1 A @ 24 V DC | 24V AC/24V DC | 7 3/16" | Green | 8-Pole M12 | 0000000 | 0000000 |
| 2 | 1 Off (Normally Open) and 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 1 Red Button (DPST-1NO/1NC) | 4 | 1 A @ 24 V AC, 1 A @ 24 V DC | 24V AC/24V DC | 7 3/16" | Red | 8-Pole M12 | 0000000 | 000000 |
Switches | Handles without Switch | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Starting Position | Switch Action | Actuator Color (Industry Designation) | No. of Terminals | Switching Current @ Voltage | Max. Voltage | Handle Lg. | Bulb Color | Plug Type | Each | Each | ||
Glass-Filled Nylon Plastic Handle | |||||||||||||
| 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 1 Gray Button (SPDT) | 3 | 1 A @ 24 V AC, 1 A @ 24 V DC | 24V AC/24V DC | 9 7/8" | Green | 8-Pole M12 | 0000000 | 0000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
| 1 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 1 Gray Button (SPDT) 1 Gray Button (SPDT) | 3 3 | 1 A @ 24 V AC, 1 A @ 24 V DC | 24V AC/24V DC | 9 7/8" | Green Red | 12-Pole M12 | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
Switches | Handles without Switch | ||||||||||||
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| No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Starting Position | Switch Action | Actuator Color (Industry Designation) | No. of Terminals | Switching Current @ Voltage | Max. Voltage | Handle Lg. | Bulb Color | Plug Type | Each | Each | ||
Glass-Filled Nylon Plastic Handle | |||||||||||||
| 2 | 1 Off (Normally Open) and 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 1 Black Button (DPST-1NO/1NC) | 4 | 2 A @ 24 V DC | 24V DC | 8 3/8" | Blue, Green, Light Blue, Purple, Red, White, Yellow | 8-Pole M12 | 0000000 | 0000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
| 2 | 2 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 1 Black Button (DPST-NC) | 4 | 2 A @ 24 V DC | 24V DC | 8 3/8" | Blue, Green, Light Blue, Purple, Red, White, Yellow | 8-Pole M12 | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
Switches | Handles without Switch | |||||||||||
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| No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Starting Position | Switch Action | Actuator Color (Industry Designation) | No. of Terminals | Switching Current @ Voltage | Max. Voltage | Handle Lg. | Plug Type | Each | Each | ||
Glass-Filled Nylon Plastic Handle—Status Indicators | ||||||||||||
| 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 1 Green Button (SPDT) | 3 | 1 A @ 24 V AC, 1 A @ 24 V DC | 24V AC/24V DC | 9 1/16" | 8-Pole M12 | 0000000 | 0000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
| 1 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 1 Green Button (SPST-NO) 1 Red Button (SPDT) | 3 2 | 1 A @ 24 V AC, 1 A @ 24 V DC | 24V AC/24V DC | 9 1/16" | 8-Pole M12 | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
Switches | Handles without Switch | |||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Starting Position | Switch Action | Actuator Color (Industry Designation) | No. of Terminals | Switching Current @ Voltage | Max. Voltage | Handle Lg. | Plug Type | Each | Each | ||
Glass-Filled Nylon Plastic Handle—Status Indicators and Emergency Stop Button | ||||||||||||
| 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 1 Green Button (SPDT) | 3 | 1 A @ 24 V AC, 1 A @ 24 V DC | 24V AC/24V DC | 9 1/16" | 12-Pole M12 | 0000000 | 000000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
| 1 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 1 Green Button (SPST-NO) 1 Red Button (SPDT) | 3 2 | 1 A @ 24 V AC, 1 A @ 24 V DC | 24V AC/24V DC | 9 1/16" | 12-Pole M12 | 0000000 | 00000000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
Switches | Handles without Switch | |||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Starting Position | Switch Action | Actuator Color (Industry Designation) | No. of Terminals | Switching Current @ Voltage | Max. Voltage | Handle Lg. | Plug Type | Each | Each | ||
316 Stainless Steel Handle | ||||||||||||
| 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 1 Gray Button (SPST-NO) | 2 | 1 A @ 24 V AC, 1 A @ 24 V DC | 24V AC/24V DC | 8 7/8" | 8-Pole M12 | 0000000 | 000000000 | 0000000 | 0000000 |
| 1 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 1 Gray Button (SPST-NO) 1 Gray Button (SPST-NO) | 2 2 | 1 A @ 24 V AC, 1 A @ 24 V DC | 24V AC/24V DC | 8 7/8" | 8-Pole M12 | 0000000 | 00000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
Switches | Handles without Switch | |||||||||||
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| No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Starting Position | Switch Action | Actuator Color (Industry Designation) | No. of Terminals | Switching Current @ Voltage | Max. Voltage | Handle Lg. | Plug Type | Each | Each | ||
316 Stainless Steel Handle—Emergency Stop Button | ||||||||||||
| 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 1 Gray Button (SPST-NO) | 2 | 1 A @ 24 V AC, 1 A @ 24 V DC | 24V AC/24V DC | 8 7/8" | 8-Pole M12 | 0000000 | 000000000 | 0000000 | 0000000 |
| 1 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 1 Gray Button (SPST-NO) 1 Gray Button (SPST-NO) | 2 2 | 1 A @ 24 V AC, 1 A @ 24 V DC | 24V AC/24V DC | 8 7/8" | 8-Pole M12 | 0000000 | 00000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
Two-Hand Safety Switches
It takes two hands to activate these switches, minimizing the risk of accidental equipment start up. They have an emergency stop push-button to immediately cut power. They’re rated IP65 for protection from low-pressure washdowns.
Switches with push-button actuators require a safety relay (sold separately) for a complete system.
Switches with finger-touch actuators turn circuits on and off with a light touch, even when wearing gloves. An infrared sensor detects the lightest finger contact, and an indicator lights up to confirm when they are activated. Because they don't require you to press down a button to operate, they meet ANSI B11.TR1 standards to reduce hand, wrist, and arm fatigue. You'll need a relay or controller to complete your system—upgrade to a controller if you plan to operate additional devices beyond your switch.
Safety controller expansion modules can be added to safety controllers to increase the number of inputs.
Telescoping stands can be added to switches with finger-touch actuators to mount them away from a wall. The stands telescope to adjust the height of the switch and tilt to adjust the angle of the switch.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Actuator | Mounting | ||||||||||||||
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| No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Starting Position | Switch Action | Industry Designation | Material | Color | Switching Current @ Voltage | Ht. | Wd. | Dp. | No. of Holes | Hole Dia. | Mounting Fasteners Included | Features | Each | |
Push-Button Actuators | |||||||||||||||
| 2 | 1 Off (Normally Open) and 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | DPST-1NO/1NC | Plastic | Black | 8 A @ 250 V AC, 5 A @ 24 V DC | 7 5/16" | 18 1/2" | 5 7/16" | 2 | 29/64" | No | Emergency Stop Button | 00000000 | 0000000 |
Finger-Touch Actuators | |||||||||||||||
| 2 | 1 Off (Normally Open) and 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | DPST-1NO/1NC | Plastic | Black | 0.15 A @ 24 V DC | 3 7/16" | 18 11/16" | 5 1/2" | 4 | 21/64" | No | Emergency Stop Button, Output Indicator, Power Indicator | 00000000 | 000000 |
| Input Voltage | No. of Terminals | Switching Current @ Voltage | For DIN Rail Ht., mm | Wire Connection Type | Features | Each | |
2 Circuits Contolled with 1 Off (Normally Open) and 1 On (Normally Closed)—DPST-1NO/1NC | |||||||
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| 24V DC | 12 | 5.5 A @ 24 V DC | 35 | Screw Terminals | Self-Monitoring Circuitry | 00000000 | 0000000 |
hp @ Switching Voltage | ||||||||||||
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| Input Voltage | No. of Terminals | Switching Current @ Voltage | Max. Switching Voltage | Single Phase | Three Phase | Auxiliary Contact Switch Starting Position (No. of Contacts) | For DIN Rail Size, mm | Wire Connection Type | Features | Max. System Safety Rating | Each | |
3 Circuits Controlled with 3 Off (Normally Open) or 3 On (Normally Closed)—3PST | ||||||||||||
| 24V DC | 18 | 20 A @ 600 V AC | 600V AC | 1/2 hp @ 120 V AC 1 1/2 hp @ 240 V AC | 3 hp @ 240 V AC 5 hp @ 480 V AC 7 1/2 hp @ 600 V AC | 1 Off (Normally Open) (2) 1 On (Normally Closed) (3) | 35 | Screw-Clamp Terminals | Inspection Window, Interlocked Opposing Contacts, Mirror Contacts, Nondetachable Contacts, Recessed Terminals, Self-Monitoring Circuitry | PLe, SIL3, CAT 4, 600V | 0000000 | 0000000 |
USB Connection | Ethernet Connection | ||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No. of Inputs | Input Voltage | Signal Output Type | Type | Standard | Gender | Type | Gender | Communication Protocol | For Max. No. of Expansion Modules | Ht. | Wd. | Dp. | Display Type | Each | |
USB Connection | |||||||||||||||
| 26 | 24V DC | PNP | Micro B | 2.0 | Female | __ | __ | __ | 8 | 4 5/16" | 1 3/4" | 5 1/16" | LCD | 00000000 | 000000000 |
USB and Ethernet Connection | |||||||||||||||
| 26 | 24V DC | PNP | Micro B | 2.0 | Female | RJ45 | Female | Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP, Profinet | 8 | 4 5/16" | 1 3/4" | 5 1/16" | __ | 00000000 | 00000000 |
| Input Voltage | No. of Outputs | Signal Output Type | Ht. | Wd. | Dp. | Each | |
| 24V DC | 4 | PNP | 4 5/16" | 1" | 5 1/16" | 00000000 | 0000000 |
Base Mounting Holes | Head Mounting Holes | |||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ht. | Wd. | Dp. | Head Movement | Tilt Range of Motion | Material | No. of | Dia. | No. of | Dia. | Mounting Fasteners Included | Each | |
| 31 1/2"-48 1/2" | 24 1/16" | 24" | Tilt | 30° | Steel | 4 | 29/64" | 2 | 5/16" | Yes | 00000000 | 0000000 |
Mounting | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ht. | Wd. | Dp. | Material | No. of Holes | Hole Dia. | Mounting Fasteners Included | Each | |
| 5 15/16" | 10 1/4" | 3/8" | Steel | 4 | 3/8" | Yes | 00000000 | 000000 |
Wire Leads | |||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Input Voltage | Signal Output Type | Ht. | Wd. | Dp. | Thread Size | Cable Lg., ft. | No. of | Lg., ft. | Features | Each | |
| 10V DC-30V DC | PNP | 2 5/16" | 2 3/8" | 1 11/16" | M30 × 1.5 mm | 1 | 5 | 1 | Output Indicator, Power Indicator | 00000000 | 0000000 |
Energy-Saving Motor Starters
Save electricity and extend motor life by reducing the motor's starting current. These starters gradually start and stop motors. Use them on motors where torque varies, such as pumps, compressors, and conveyors. All have an auxiliary contact to send a signal or connect to another device, such as an alarm or indicating light.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Switching | Time, sec. | |||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full Load Current, A | Input Voltage | Voltage | Current | Electrical Phase (hp) | Acceleration | Deceleration | Ht. | Wd. | Mount. Location | For DIN Rail Ht., mm | Each | |
Motor Starters with 1 Auxiliary Contact—1 Off (Normally Open) | ||||||||||||
| 3 | 24V DC | 208-600V AC | 3A | Three (3/4 hp @ 240 V AC) Three (2 hp @ 480 V AC) | 1-20 | 0-20 | 4.7" | 1.8" | DIN Rail, Surface | 35 | 000000 | 0000000 |
| 9 | 24V DC | 208-600V AC | 9A | Three (2 hp @ 240 V AC) Three (5 hp @ 480 V AC) | 1-20 | 0-20 | 5.5" | 1.8" | DIN Rail, Surface | 35 | 0000000 | 000000 |
| 15 | 24V DC | 208-600V AC | 16A | Three (5 hp @ 240 V AC) Three (10 hp @ 480 V AC) | 1-20 | 0-20 | 5.5" | 1.8" | DIN Rail, Surface | 35 | 0000000 | 000000 |
| 28 | 24V DC | 208-600V AC | 30A | Three (10 hp @ 240 V AC) Three (20 hp @ 480 V AC) | 1-20 | 0-20 | 6.3" | 1.8" | DIN Rail, Surface | 35 | 0000000 | 000000 |
| 59 | 24V DC | 208-600V AC | 60A | Three (20 hp @ 240 V AC) Three (40 hp @ 480 V AC) | 1-20 | 0-20 | 8.7" | 2.8" | Surface | __ | 0000000 | 000000 |
Voltage-Monitoring Relays
Safeguard your equipment against overheating, wear, and malfunction from a spike or dip in voltage. These relays continuously monitor your AC or DC power supply and trip when the voltage is outside a set range. Rated IP20, these relays have recessed terminals that keep fingers and other objects from touching live circuits. Mount them on a 35 mm DIN rail (also known as DIN 3 rail) for fast installation.
Relays have knobs right on the front where you can set your trip voltage. You can see that they're wired correctly and when they're actuated based on the LED indicators. If you want to mount these relays to a surface instead of DIN rail, they have mounting holes.
Relays with spring-clamp terminals connect and disconnect to wire without screws. Because there’s no screw, these connections are less likely to loosen over time, even in high-vibration environments.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
| Number of Terminals | Input Voltage | Trip Voltage Setting | Trip Time, sec. | Reset Type | Switching Current @ Voltage | Max. Switching Voltage | Adjustment Style | Ht. | Wd. | Dp. | Features | Each | |
1 Circuit Controlled with 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed)—SPDT | |||||||||||||
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With Spring-Clamp Terminals | |||||||||||||
| 9 | 24V AC, 24V DC | 1-10V AC/DC 3-30V AC/DC 15-150V AC/DC | 0.1-30 | Automatic, Manual | 5 A @ 240 V AC 5 A @ 30 V DC | 250V AC 48V DC | Knob | 3.5" | 0.7" | 3.5" | LED Indicator | 00000000 | 0000000 |
| 9 | 24V AC, 24V DC | 20-200V AC/DC 30-300V AC/DC 60-600V AC/DC | 0.1-30 | Automatic, Manual | 5 A @ 240 V AC 5 A @ 30 V DC | 250V AC 48V DC | Knob | 3.5" | 0.7" | 3.5" | LED Indicator | 00000000 | 000000 |
| 9 | 120V AC, 240V AC | 1-10V AC/DC 3-30V AC/DC 15-150V AC/DC | 0.1-30 | Automatic, Manual | 5 A @ 240 V AC 5 A @ 30 V DC | 250V AC 48V DC | Knob | 3.5" | 0.7" | 3.5" | LED Indicator | 00000000 | 000000 |
| 9 | 120V AC, 240V AC | 20-200V AC/DC 30-300V AC/DC 60-600V AC/DC | 0.1-30 | Automatic, Manual | 5 A @ 240 V AC 5 A @ 30 V DC | 250V AC 48V DC | Knob | 3.5" | 0.7" | 3.5" | LED Indicator | 00000000 | 000000 |