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

    Two-Hand Finger-Touch Safety Switches

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Finger-Touch Switches. Two-Hand Finger-Touch 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 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.
    Actuator
    Mounting
    Holes
    No. of Circuits
    Controlled
    Switch Starting
    Position
    Switch
    Action
    Switch
    Designation
    Material
    Color
    Switching Current
    @ Voltage
    Ht.
    Wd.
    Dp.
    No.
    of
    Dia.
    Mounting Fasteners
    Included
    Features
    Each
    21 Off and 1 On
    Momentary
    DPST-1NO/1NC
    PlasticBlack0.15 amp @ 24V DC3 7/16"18 11/16"5 1/2"45/16"NoEmergency Stop Button
    Output Indicator
    Power Indicator
    65945K410000000
    Accessories and Replacements for Finger-Touch Switches

    Light Beam Finger-Touch Switches

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Finger-Touch Switches. Light Beam Finger-Touch Switches.
    An infrared light beam senses the lightest finger contact to switch a circuit on or off. The included guard prevents accidental activation. An indicator lights up to confirm that switches are actuated. They’re rated NEMA 4X, 13, and IP66 for protection from corrosion, washdowns, and oil/coolant spraying.
    M22 Connection—Switches with a 5-pole M22 connection can quickly be changed out.
    Wire
    Leads
    No. of Circuits
    Controlled
    Switch Starting
    Position
    Switch
    Action
    Switch
    Designation
    Actuator
    Color
    Switching Current
    @ Voltage
    Current
    Output, mA
    Input Voltage
    Dp. Behind
    Panel
    No.
    of
    Ga.
    Features
    Each
    Plastic Actuator with Wire Lead Connection
     
    For 30 mm (1 3/16") Diameter Panel Cutouts
    11 Off or 1 On
    Momentary
    SPDT
    Black7 amp @ 120V AC120V AC3/4"522
    Guard
    Output Indicator
    Power Indicator
    72025K910000000
    11 Off or 1 On
    Momentary
    SPDT
    Black7 amp @ 120V AC20V AC to 30V AC/20V DC to 30V DC3/4"522
    Guard
    Output Indicator
    Power Indicator
    72025K93000000
     
    Plastic Actuator with Wire Lead Connection and NPN Signal Output
     
    For 30 mm (1 3/16") Diameter Panel Cutouts
    Momentary
    Black15010V DC to 30V DC3/4"422
    Guard
    Output Indicator
    Power Indicator
    72025K94000000
     
    Plastic Actuator with 5-Pole M22 Connection
     
    For 30 mm (1 3/16") Diameter Panel Cutouts
    11 Off or 1 On
    Momentary
    SPDT
    Black7 amp @ 120V AC120V AC1 3/8"Guard
    Output Indicator
    Power Indicator
    72025K92000000
    11 Off or 1 On
    Momentary
    SPDT
    Black7 amp @ 120V AC20V AC to 30V AC/20V DC to 30V DC1 3/8"Guard
    Output Indicator
    Power Indicator
    72025K11000000
     
    Accessories and Replacements for Finger-Touch Switches
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