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Choosing an Electrical Switch

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
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

Miniature Switch Mats

With a smaller footprint than other switch mats, these fit in confined spaces.

											Wire Leads
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		Each
With Wire Leads
6"	8"	3/8"	1	1 Off (Normally Open)	Springs Back (Momentary)	SPST-NO	4 A @ 24 V AC/24 V DC	10-15	3,000	Black	2	15	18	Vinyl Plastic	0000000	0000000

Cut-to-Length Low-Profile Switch Mats

Customize the length of these switches by cutting them from a 25-foot roll. The width cannot be cut. They fit under carpeting or anywhere else you want to hide them. Mats have bare wires that solder or crimp to a connector.

With Solder or Crimp-On Wire Connection
Wd.	Lg., ft.	Thick.	No. of Circuits Controlled	Switch Starting Position	Switch Action	Industry Designation	Switching Current @ Voltage	Actuation Force, lbs.	Color	Material	No. of Wires		Each
30"	25	3/32"	1	1 Off (Normally Open)	Springs Back (Momentary)	SPST-NO	1 A @ 24 V AC/24 V DC	5	Yellow	Polyethylene Plastic	2	000000	000000000

Low-Profile Switch Mats

These mats fit under carpeting or anywhere else you want to hide them.

											Wire Leads
Wd.	Lg.	Thick.	No. of Circuits Controlled	Switch Starting Position	Switch Action	Industry Designation	Switching Current @ Voltage	Actuation Force, lbs.	Color	Material	No. of	Lg.	Ga.	Specifications Met		Each
With Wire Leads
6"	23"	1/4"	1	1 Off (Normally Open)	Springs Back (Momentary)	SPST-NO	1 A @ 24 V AC/24 V DC	5	Green	PVC Plastic	2	18"	22	C-UL Recognized Component, UL Recognized Component	000000	000000
17"	23"	1/4"	1	1 Off (Normally Open)	Springs Back (Momentary)	SPST-NO	1 A @ 24 V AC/24 V DC	5	Green	PVC Plastic	2	6ft.	22	C-UL Recognized Component, UL Recognized Component	000000	000000

Switch Mats

Step on these mats to control doors, lights, or alarms.

										Wire Leads
Wd.	Lg.	Thick.	No. of Circuits Controlled	Switch Starting Position	Switch Action	Industry Designation	Switching Current @ Voltage	Actuation Force, lbs.	Max. Pressure, psi	No. of	Lg., ft.	Ga.	Material		Each
With Wire Leads
Black
10"	17"	3/8"	1	1 Off (Normally Open)	Springs Back (Momentary)	SPST-NO	1 A @ 24 V AC/24 V DC	10-15	3,000	2	6	18	Vinyl Plastic	0000000	0000000
14"	23"	3/8"	1	1 Off (Normally Open)	Springs Back (Momentary)	SPST-NO	1 A @ 24 V AC/24 V DC	10-15	3,000	2	6	18	Vinyl Plastic	0000000	000000
18"	30"	3/8"	1	1 Off (Normally Open)	Springs Back (Momentary)	SPST-NO	1 A @ 24 V AC/24 V DC	10-15	3,000	2	6	18	Vinyl Plastic	0000000	000000
30"	30"	3/8"	1	1 Off (Normally Open)	Springs Back (Momentary)	SPST-NO	1 A @ 24 V AC/24 V DC	10-15	3,000	2	6	18	Vinyl Plastic	0000000	000000
Brown
10"	17"	3/8"	1	1 Off (Normally Open)	Springs Back (Momentary)	SPST-NO	1 A @ 24 V AC/24 V DC	10-15	3,000	2	6	18	Vinyl Plastic	000000	000000
14"	23"	3/8"	1	1 Off (Normally Open)	Springs Back (Momentary)	SPST-NO	1 A @ 24 V AC/24 V DC	10-15	3,000	2	6	18	Vinyl Plastic	000000	000000
18"	30"	3/8"	1	1 Off (Normally Open)	Springs Back (Momentary)	SPST-NO	1 A @ 24 V AC/24 V DC	10-15	3,000	2	6	18	Vinyl Plastic	000000	000000
30"	30"	3/8"	1	1 Off (Normally Open)	Springs Back (Momentary)	SPST-NO	1 A @ 24 V AC/24 V DC	10-15	3,000	2	6	18	Vinyl Plastic	0000000	000000

Low-Profile Strip Switches

These narrow switches are also thin enough to be hidden under carpeting or installed anywhere space is limited. Actuate them anywhere along the length of the switch.

Optional mounting channels secure switches to a flat surface.

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

									Wire Leads
Lg., ft.	Wd.	Thick.	No. of Circuits Controlled	Switch Starting Position	Switch Action	Industry Designation	Switching Current @ Voltage	Max. Voltage	No. of	Lg.	Ga.	Actuation Force, lbs.		Each
Gray
With Wire Leads
3	3/4"	3/16"	1	1 Off (Normally Open)	Springs Back (Momentary)	SPST-NO	1 A @ 24 V AC/24 V DC	32V AC 32V DC	2	18"	18	3.7	0000000	000000
6	3/4"	3/16"	1	1 Off (Normally Open)	Springs Back (Momentary)	SPST-NO	1 A @ 24 V AC/24 V DC	32V AC 32V DC	2	18"	18	3.7	0000000	000000
Yellow
With Wire Leads
3	3/4"	3/16"	1	1 Off (Normally Open)	Springs Back (Momentary)	SPST-NO	1 A @ 24 V AC/24 V DC	32V AC 32V DC	2	18"	18	1.5	0000000	00000
6	3/4"	3/16"	1	1 Off (Normally Open)	Springs Back (Momentary)	SPST-NO	1 A @ 24 V AC/24 V DC	32V AC 32V DC	2	18"	18	1.5	0000000	000000

6-ft. Optional Mounting Channel	000000	Each	000000
3-ft. Optional Mounting Channel	000000	Each	00000

Cut-to-Length Low-Profile Strip Switches

Customize the length of these switches by cutting them from a 50-foot roll. They're narrow and thin, so they can be hidden under carpeting or installed anywhere space is limited. Actuate them anywhere along the length of the switch. A complete system includes a strip switch and a termination kit (sold separately).

Optional mounting channels secure switches to a flat surface.

Use surface fillers for vinyl fabric (not included) to seal ends.

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

Switches with Wire Leads

Switch

								Wire Leads
Lg., ft.	Wd.	Thick.	No. of Circuits Controlled	Switch Starting Position	Switch Action	Industry Designation	Switching Current @ Voltage	No. of	Ga.	Actuation Force, lbs.		Each
Gray
50	3/4"	3/16"	1	1 Off (Normally Open)	Springs Back (Momentary)	SPST-NO	1 A @ 24 V AC/24 V DC	2	18	3.7	000000	0000000
Yellow
50	3/4"	3/16"	1	1 Off (Normally Open)	Springs Back (Momentary)	SPST-NO	1 A @ 24 V AC/24 V DC	2	18	1.5	000000	000000

6-ft. Optional Mounting Channel	000000	Each	000000
Surface Fillers for Vinyl Fabric	0000000	Each	00000
3-ft. Optional Mounting Channel	000000	Each	00000

Termination Kits

Termination Kit

Wire Leads				Gray		Yellow
No. of	Lg.	Ga.	Includes		Each		Each
2	18"	18	Dead End Connector, Live End Connector	000000	000000	000000	000000

Corrosion-Resistant Low-Profile Strip Switches

Made with stainless steel conductors, these switches resist corrosion in damp areas. They’re less than 1/4” thick, so they’ll fit under floor mats and in other tight spaces. Control doors, lights, and alarms by pressing or stepping anywhere along the switch to actuate it. They’re more rigid than other strip switches, so mounting channels aren’t necessary—just stick them in place with mounting tape.

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

											Wire Leads
Lg., ft.	Wd.	Thick.	No. of Circuits Controlled	Switch Starting Position	Switch Action	Industry Designation	Switching Current @ Voltage	Max. Voltage	Actuation Force, lbs.	Color	No. of	Lg.	Ga.	Material	Conductor Material		Each
With Wire Leads
3	9/16"	3/16"	1	1 Off (Normally Open)	Springs Back (Momentary)	SPST-NO	1 A @ 24 V AC/24 V DC	24V AC/24V DC	0.6	Beige	2	18"	22	PVC Plastic	Stainless Steel	0000000	0000000
6	9/16"	3/16"	1	1 Off (Normally Open)	Springs Back (Momentary)	SPST-NO	1 A @ 24 V AC/24 V DC	24V AC/24V DC	0.6	Beige	2	18"	22	PVC Plastic	Stainless Steel	0000000	000000

Strip Switches

Step or press anywhere along the switch to control doors, lights, or alarms. These switches are often placed across driveways and walkways to detect foot and vehicle traffic. Rated IP67, they can be temporarily submerged in puddles without the water harming their internal parts. These switches are bright yellow, so they can easily be spotted from far away. Made from PVC, they are flexible enough to conform to irregular and uneven surfaces.

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

											Wire Leads
Lg., ft.	Wd.	Thick.	No. of Circuits Controlled	Switch Starting Position	Switch Action	Industry Designation	Switching Current @ Voltage	Max. Voltage	Actuation Force, lbs.	Color	No. of	Lg., ft.	Ga.	Material	Environmental Rating		Each
With Wire Leads
3	4"	5/8"	1	1 Off (Normally Open)	Springs Back (Momentary)	SPST-NO	1 A @ 24 V AC/24 V DC	24V AC/24V DC	20	Yellow	2	18	20	PVC Plastic	IP67	0000000	0000000
5	4"	5/8"	1	1 Off (Normally Open)	Springs Back (Momentary)	SPST-NO	1 A @ 24 V AC/24 V DC	24V AC/24V DC	20	Yellow	2	18	20	PVC Plastic	IP67	0000000	000000

Safety Switch Mats

Prevent personnel from getting too close to dangerous equipment when equipment is on—these mats turn equipment off when someone steps on them or when a fault is detected. A complete switch requires a mat and a controller (sold separately). Together they meet ANSI/RIA R15.06 safety requirements. Mats are rated IP65 for protection from washdowns.

Optional frames secure mats to the floor. Punch holes in the frame to insert a screw anywhere along the length.

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

Mats with Wire Leads

Mats
											Wire Leads						Optional Frames
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		Each		Each
24"	36"	1/2"	1	1 Off (Normally Open)	Springs Back (Momentary)	SPST-NO	1 A @ 24 V AC/24 V DC	22	1,100	Black	4	6	18	PVC Plastic	0000000	0000000	0000000	0000000
24"	48"	1/2"	1	1 Off (Normally Open)	Springs Back (Momentary)	SPST-NO	1 A @ 24 V AC/24 V DC	22	1,100	Black	4	6	18	PVC Plastic	0000000	000000	0000000	000000
24"	60"	1/2"	1	1 Off (Normally Open)	Springs Back (Momentary)	SPST-NO	1 A @ 24 V AC/24 V DC	22	1,100	Black	4	6	18	PVC Plastic	0000000	000000	0000000	000000
24"	72"	1/2"	1	1 Off (Normally Open)	Springs Back (Momentary)	SPST-NO	1 A @ 24 V AC/24 V DC	22	1,100	Black	4	6	18	PVC Plastic	0000000	00000000	0000000	000000
36"	48"	1/2"	1	1 Off (Normally Open)	Springs Back (Momentary)	SPST-NO	1 A @ 24 V AC/24 V DC	22	1,100	Black	4	6	18	PVC Plastic	0000000	00000000	0000000	000000
36"	60"	1/2"	1	1 Off (Normally Open)	Springs Back (Momentary)	SPST-NO	1 A @ 24 V AC/24 V DC	22	1,100	Black	4	6	18	PVC Plastic	0000000	00000000	0000000	000000
36"	72"	1/2"	1	1 Off (Normally Open)	Springs Back (Momentary)	SPST-NO	1 A @ 24 V AC/24 V DC	22	1,100	Black	4	6	18	PVC Plastic	0000000	00000000	0000000	000000

Controllers

Input Voltage	Switching Current	For DIN Rail Ht., mm		Each
24V AC/24V DC	5 A @ 240 V AC	35	0000000	0000000
115V AC	5 A @ 240 V AC	35	0000000	000000

Heavy Duty Safety Switch Mats

Thicker than standard safety switch mats, these can withstand repeated impact from heavy and sharp objects. They turn equipment off when stepped on or when a fault is detected, preventing personnel from getting too close to dangerous equipment when equipment is on. A complete switch requires a mat and a controller (sold separately). Together they meet ANSI/RIA R15.06 safety requirements. Mats are rated IP65 for protection from washdowns.

Optional frames secure mats to the floor. Punch holes in the frame to insert a screw anywhere along the length.

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

Mats with Wire Leads

Mats
											Wire Leads						Optional Frames
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		Each		Each
24"	36"	5/8"	1	1 Off (Normally Open)	Springs Back (Momentary)	SPST-NO	1 A @ 24 V AC/24 V DC	20	1,500	Black	4	6	18	PVC Plastic	0000000	0000000	0000000	0000000
24"	48"	5/8"	1	1 Off (Normally Open)	Springs Back (Momentary)	SPST-NO	1 A @ 24 V AC/24 V DC	20	1,500	Black	4	6	18	PVC Plastic	0000000	00000000	0000000	000000
24"	60"	5/8"	1	1 Off (Normally Open)	Springs Back (Momentary)	SPST-NO	1 A @ 24 V AC/24 V DC	20	1,500	Black	4	6	18	PVC Plastic	0000000	00000000	0000000	000000
24"	72"	5/8"	1	1 Off (Normally Open)	Springs Back (Momentary)	SPST-NO	1 A @ 24 V AC/24 V DC	20	1,500	Black	4	6	18	PVC Plastic	0000000	00000000	0000000	000000
36"	48"	5/8"	1	1 Off (Normally Open)	Springs Back (Momentary)	SPST-NO	1 A @ 24 V AC/24 V DC	20	1,500	Black	4	6	18	PVC Plastic	0000000	00000000	0000000	000000
36"	60"	5/8"	1	1 Off (Normally Open)	Springs Back (Momentary)	SPST-NO	1 A @ 24 V AC/24 V DC	20	1,500	Black	4	6	18	PVC Plastic	0000000	00000000	0000000	000000
36"	72"	5/8"	1	1 Off (Normally Open)	Springs Back (Momentary)	SPST-NO	1 A @ 24 V AC/24 V DC	20	1,500	Black	4	6	18	PVC Plastic	0000000	00000000	0000000	000000

Controllers

Input Voltage	Switching Current	For DIN Rail Ht., mm		Each
24V AC/24V DC	5 A @ 240 V AC	35	0000000	0000000
115V AC	5 A @ 240 V AC	35	0000000	000000

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Choosing an Electrical Switch

Water-Resistant Miniature Switch Mats

Miniature Switch Mats

Cut-to-Length Low-Profile Switch Mats

Low-Profile Switch Mats

Switch Mats

Low-Profile Strip Switches

Cut-to-Length Low-Profile Strip Switches

Corrosion-Resistant Low-Profile Strip Switches

Strip Switches

Safety Switch Mats

Heavy Duty Safety Switch Mats