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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.
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| 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 | |
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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 |
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.
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| 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 | 000000000 |
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 | 00000000 |
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.
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| 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 | |
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| 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.
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |