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    Access-Delay Frame-Mounted Safety Switches

    Image of ProductInUse. Key Shown Actuating from the Side. Front orientation. Safety Switches. Access-Delay Frame-Mounted Safety Switches.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Safety Switches. Access-Delay Frame-Mounted Safety Switches, Style C.

    Key Shown Actuating from the Side

    Style C

    Delay access to hazardous areas until conditions are safe; use these switches with machines that take time to stop after they are turned off. Mount the switch to the door frame and mount the key to the door so that the key is inserted into the switch when the door is closed. When the door is pulled, the key is held in place with 225 lbs. of force until the switch receives a signal from a time-delay relay, motion sensor, or position sensor (not included) that the machine’s motion has stopped. After the motion has stopped, the key can be removed from the switch, releasing the access door. They’re often used with machine guards. All have positive-force, normally-closed contacts that will open a circuit when the switch is actuated even if a spring fails or the contacts stick. They’re rated for protection from washdowns and temporary submersion.
    Style C—Style C has a key entry on two opposite sides of the switch.
    Housing
    Conduit
    Style
    No. of Circuits
    Controlled
    Switch Starting
    Position
    Switch
    Action
    No. of
    Terminals
    Switch
    Designation
    Switching Current @ Voltage
    Max. Voltage
    Input Voltage
    Holding
    Force, lbf
    Ht.
    Wd.
    Dp.
    Trade
    Size
    Thread
    Type
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Each
    Screw-Terminal Wire Connection with Positive-Force Normally Closed Contacts and Rotating Head
    C42 Off and 2 On
    		Maintained
    		84PST-2NO/2NC
    		4 amp @ 120V AC, 4 amp @ 24V DC240V AC
    24V DC    		24V AC, 24V DC2257.6"1.2"1.6"1/2
    		NPT
    		IP67
    		7787K120000000
     

    Frame-Mounted Safety Switches

    Image of ProductInUse. Key Shown Actuating from the Side. Front orientation. Safety Switches. Frame-Mounted Safety Switches.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Safety Switches. Frame-Mounted Safety Switches, Style H.

    Key Shown Actuating from the Side

    Style H

    Also known as interlock switches, these ensure the safety of personnel by automatically shutting off power to machinery when an access door opens. Mount the switch to the door frame and mount a key to the door so that the key is inserted into the switch when the door is closed. When the door opens, the key is removed from the switch and the machine shuts down. They’re often used with machine guards for large robots.
    IP67 Enclosure Rating—IP67 rated switches protect against temporary submersion.
    Key Included—All switches require an actuator key, but not all include one—check whether you need to pick out a separate actuator key. For some switch styles, you can also select the mounting orientation of the key.
    Housing
    Conduit
    Style
    No. of Circuits
    Controlled
    Switch Starting
    Position
    Switch
    Action
    No. of
    Terminals
    Switch
    Designation
    Switching Current @ Voltage
    Max. Voltage
    Ht.
    Wd.
    Dp.
    Trade
    Size
    Thread
    Type
    Key
    Included
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Each
    Screw-Terminal Wire Connection with Rotating Head
    H42 Off and 2 On
    		Maintained
    		84PST-2NO/2NC
    		2.5 amp @ 120V AC, 1 amp @ 125V DC120V AC
    125V DC    		7.1"1.5"1.5"1/2
    		NPT
    		NoIP67
    		65665K310000000
     
    Actuator Keys
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Keys. Straight.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Keys. Flexible.

    Straight

    Flexible

    Flexible—Flexible keys pivot at least 15°, making them easier to align with switches during installation.
    O'all,
    mm
    For
    Style
    Angle
    Range
    Adjustment Direction
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Mounting Fasteners
    Included
    Each
    Straight
    H——48.535No65665K41000000
     
    Flexible
    H0° to 15°Up/Down/Left/Right50.455No65665K4200000
     

    Metal 30 mm Panel-Mount Lever Switches

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Lever Switches. Metal 30 mm Panel-Mount Lever Switches.
    Rated NEMA 4, 13, and IP66, these switches are protected from washdowns and oil/coolant spraying. They include enough contact blocks to control the number of circuits listed. The contact block is rated IP20.
    3 Positions—Three-position switches are off in the center position.
    Lever
    Lg.
    No. of Circuits
    Controlled
    Switch Starting
    Position
    Switch
    Action
    No. of
    Terminals
    Switch
    Designation
    Switching Current @ Voltage
    Max. Voltage
    Dia.
    Dp. Behind
    Panel
    For Max. No. of
    Contact Blocks
    Actuator
    Color
    Each
    3 Positions
     
    With Screw Terminals
    15/16"42 Off and 2 On
    		Maintained
    		84PST-2NO/2NC
    		6 amp @ 120V AC, 2.5 amp @ 24V DC600V AC
    600V DC    		1 5/16"2 3/4"4Black9235K60000000
     
    Blocks
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Switch Contact Blocks. Metal 30 mm Panel-Mount Lever Switches.
    Additional contact blocks can be added to control more circuits, or to replace the included contact block.
    No. of Circuits
    Controlled
    Switch Starting
    Position
    No. of
    Terminals
    Switch
    Designation
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Certification
    Specs. Met
    Each
    11 Off
    		2SPST-NO
    		IP20
    		CSA Certified
    		EN 60947-1, EN 60947-5-1, EN 60947-5-4, IEC 60947-1, IEC 60947-5-1, IEC 60947-5-49235K97000000
    11 On
    		2SPST-NC
    		IP20
    		CSA Certified
    		EN 60947-1, EN 60947-5-1, EN 60947-5-4, IEC 60947-1, IEC 60947-5-1, IEC 60947-5-49235K9800000
    21 Off and 1 On
    		4DPST-1NO/1NC
    		IP20
    		CSA Certified
    		EN 60947-1, EN 60947-5-1, EN 60947-5-4, IEC 60947-1, IEC 60947-5-1, IEC 60947-5-49235K9900000

    22 mm Panel-Mount Build-Your-Own Plastic Push-Button Switches

    Choose an actuator and contact block to make your own switch. Actuators are rated NEMA 3S, 4X and 13 for protection from dust, outdoor environments, corrosion, oil, and washdowns. They mount into standard panel cutouts. Use legend plates (not included) to label switches. BACO Controls switches are only compatible with BACO manufactured legend plates.
    Contact Blocks with Mounting Latch
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contact Blocks with Mounting Latch. 22 mm Panel-Mount Build-Your-Own Plastic Push-Button Switches.
    Contact blocks with mounting latch accept additional contact blocks to control more circuits.
    No. of Circuits
    Controlled
    Switch Starting
    Position
    No. of
    Terminals
    Switch
    Designation
    Switching Current @ Voltage
    Max. Voltage
    Dp. Behind
    Panel
    Wire
    Connection
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Certification
    Each
    42 Off and 2 On
    		84PST-2NO/2NC
    		6 amp @ 120V AC, 2.5 amp @ 24V DC600V AC
    600V DC    		2"Screw TerminalIP20
    		C-UL Listed, CE Marked, UL Listed
    		7557K46000000
     
    Accessories and Replacements for Contact Blocks
    Blocks
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Switch Contact Blocks. 22 mm Panel-Mount Build-Your-Own Plastic Push-Button Switches.
    No. of Circuits
    Controlled
    Switch Starting
    Position
    No. of
    Terminals
    Switch
    Designation
    Switching Current @ Voltage
    For Switch
    Manufacturer
    Max. Voltage
    Wire
    Connection
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Certification
    Each
    11 Off
    		2SPST-NO
    		6 amp @ 120V AC, 2.5 amp @ 24V DCBACO Controls600V AC/600V DCScrew TerminalIP20
    		C-UL Listed, CE Marked, UL Listed
    		7557K100000
    Replacement Contact Block Retaining Clips
    Each
    Replacement Contact Retaining Clip7557K700000
    Contact Blocks with Mounting Latch, Bulb, and Bulb Holder
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contact Blocks with Mounting Latch. 22 mm Panel-Mount Build-Your-Own Plastic Push-Button Switches, Bulb.
    Contact blocks with mounting latch accept additional contact blocks to control more circuits.
    No. of Circuits
    Controlled
    Switch Starting
    Position
    No. of
    Terminals
    Switch
    Designation
    Switching Current @ Voltage
    Max. Voltage
    Dp. Behind
    Panel
    Wire
    Connection
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Certification
    Choose a Bulb Voltage
    Each
    42 Off and 2 On
    		104PST-2NO/2NC
    		6 amp @ 120V AC, 2.5 amp @ 24V DC600V AC
    600V DC    		2 9/16"Screw TerminalIP20
    		C-UL Listed, CE Marked, UL Listed
    		24V AC/24V DC, 120V AC, 240V AC7557K25000000
     
    Accessories and Replacements for Contact Blocks
    Blocks
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Switch Contact Blocks. 22 mm Panel-Mount Build-Your-Own Plastic Push-Button Switches.
    No. of Circuits
    Controlled
    Switch Starting
    Position
    No. of
    Terminals
    Switch
    Designation
    Switching Current @ Voltage
    For Switch
    Manufacturer
    Max. Voltage
    Wire
    Connection
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Certification
    Each
    11 Off
    		2SPST-NO
    		6 amp @ 120V AC, 2.5 amp @ 24V DCBACO Controls600V AC/600V DCScrew TerminalIP20
    		C-UL Listed, CE Marked, UL Listed
    		7557K100000
    Replacement Light Bulb Holders
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Light Bulb Holders. 22 mm Panel-Mount Build-Your-Own Plastic Push-Button Switches.
    Bulb Voltage
    Bulb
    Type
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Certification
    Choose a Bulb Color
    Each
    24V AC/24V DCLEDIP20
    		C-UL Listed, CE Marked, UL Listed
    		Green, Red, White, Yellow7557K74000000
    120V ACLEDIP20
    		C-UL Listed, CE Marked, UL Listed
    		Green, Red, White, Yellow7557K7500000
    240V ACLEDIP20
    		C-UL Listed, CE Marked, UL Listed
    		Green, Red, White, Yellow7557K7600000
    Replacement Contact Block Retaining Clips
    Each
    Replacement Contact Retaining Clip7557K700000

    Safety Relays

    Receive signals from safety monitoring relays or controllers to switch devices off and on because of a system failure. Also known as force-guided or mechanically linked contacts, the interlocking opposing contacts on these relays cannot be open or closed at the same time. To keep your system from receiving false switching signals, the interlocking opposing contact must remain open even if a contact welds closed.
    IP20 rated, they have recessed terminals that prevent fingers and other objects from touching live circuits. These relays have been tested to safety standards that can help you achieve your system's PL (performance level) and SIL (safety integrity level). Choose a relay with a PL and SIL rating to meet the needs of your system. Higher ratings indicate greater safety protection. As your system becomes more complex, you generally require a higher safety protection level. Mount them to 35mm DIN rail (also known as DIN 3 Rail).
    SIL 2, PLd Max. System Safety Rating—DIN-Rail Mount
    Image of Product. Bottom orientation. Contains Annotated. Safety Relays. Safety Relays, SIL 2, PLd Max. System Safety Rating—DIN-Rail Mount.
    Relays that meet SIL 2 are tested for applications with a probability of failure of 0.1% to 1%. They’re often used for emergency shutdowns, and fire, gas, and overpressure detection.
    No. of
    Terminals
    Input
    Voltage
    Control Current,
    mA
    Switching Current
    @ Voltage
    Max. Switching
    Voltage, V AC
    Ht.
    Wd.
    Dp.
    Features
    Each
    Screw-Terminal Wire Connection
     
    4 Circuits Controlled with 2 Off and 2 On—4PST-2NO/2NC
    12120V AC106 amp @ 240V AC2503.4"0.9"3.9"Interlocked Opposing Contacts, LED Indicator, Recessed Terminals6242N1140000000
    1224V DC426 amp @ 240V AC2503.4"0.9"3.9"Interlocked Opposing Contacts, LED Indicator, Recessed Terminals6242N115000000
     

    Hazardous Location 30 mm Multifunction Panel-Mount Push-Button Switches

    Image of Product. Black. Front orientation. Push-Button Switches. Hazardous Location 30 mm Multifunction Panel-Mount Push-Button Switches.
    Image of Product. Green/Red. Front orientation. Push-Button Switches. Hazardous Location 30 mm Multifunction Panel-Mount Push-Button Switches.

    Black

    Green/Red

    Rated NEC Classes I, II, and III, these switches have a housing that keeps fire and sparks in, so they won’t ignite gases, vapors, or dust. To save space on your panel, they can control multiple circuits. Install them in a standard panel cutout.
    No. of Circuits
    Controlled
    Switch Starting
    Position
    No. of
    Buttons
    Switch
    Action
    No. of
    Terminals
    Switch
    Designation
    Switching Current @ Voltage
    For Max.
    Panel Thk.
    Dp. Behind
    Panel
    For Max. No. of
    Contact Blocks
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Choose an Actuator
    Color
    Each
    Metal Actuator Base with Screw-Terminal Wire Connection—Not Illuminated (600V AC/250V DC Maximum Voltage)
     
    Flush
    42 Off and 2 On
    		2Momentary
    		84PST-2NO/2NC
    		10 amp @ 120V AC, 2.5 amp @ 125V DC1 1/2"3 3/4"4NEMA 4X
    		Black, Green/Red8828N140000000
     
    Blocks
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Switch Contact Blocks. Hazardous Location 30 mm Multifunction Panel-Mount Push-Button Switches.
    Add contact blocks to control more circuits or replace the included contact block.
    No. of Circuits
    Controlled
    Switch Starting
    Position
    No. of
    Terminals
    Switch
    Designation
    Each
    11 Off
    		2SPST-NO
    		8828N21000000
    11 Off or 1 On
    		2SPDT
    		8828N2300000
    11 On
    		2SPST-NC
    		8828N2200000

    Machine-Guard Safety Relays

    Image of Product. Relay. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Safety Relays. Machine-Guard Safety Relays.

    Relay

    The interlocked opposing contacts won't close at the same time, so these relays are suitable for safety applications such as machine guarding. The screw terminals are recessed to prevent accidental contact with live connections. Mount them on 35 mm DIN rail (also known as DIN 3 rail) or flat surfaces. These relays are built to IEC dimensional standards.
    No. of
    Terminals
    Input Voltage,
    V AC
    Control Current,
    mA
    Switching Current
    @ Voltage
    Max. Switching
    Voltage, V AC
    Mechanical
    Life Cycles
    Ht.
    Wd.
    Dp.
    Features
    Each
    4 Circuits Controlled with 2 Off and 2 On—4PST-2NO/2NC
    102412510 amp @ 600V AC60020,000,0002.3"1.7"2.2"Interlocked Opposing Contacts, Recessed Terminals7230K871000000
    101202510 amp @ 600V AC60020,000,0002.3"1.7"2.2"Interlocked Opposing Contacts, Recessed Terminals7230K87200000
    1024012.510 amp @ 600V AC60020,000,0002.3"1.7"2.2"Interlocked Opposing Contacts, Recessed Terminals7230K87300000
     
    Auxiliary Contacts
    Image of Product. Auxiliary Contact. Front orientation. Relay Contacts. Machine-Guard Safety Relays.

    Auxiliary Contact

    Auxiliary contacts allow you to add a signaling device or control another relay.
    No. of Circuits
    Controlled
    Switch Starting
    Position
    Switch
    Designation
    Mounting
    Location
    For Relay
    Wd.
    Each
    21 Off and 1 On
    		DPST-1NO/1NC
    		Front1.7"70255K13000000

    Circuit Board Safety Relays

    Image of Specification. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Safety Relays. Circuit Board Safety Relays, 10 Terminals.

    10 Terminals

    Reduce connection errors on circuit boards that control machine guards and other safety devices. Also known as force-guided contact relays, they have contact pairs that won’t close at the same time, even if contacts stick or weld shut. These relays take up less space on a board than those with electrical wiring because their solder pin terminals mount directly through circuit board holes. Use them to control high-power components, such as fans and heaters, from a low-power circuit.
    Surge Suppression Coverage—Relays with surge suppression coverage protect sensitive electronics from damage and malfunction by eliminating voltage spikes. Switching off a relay can generate surges of 300 to 500 volts, but a diode within these relays suppresses these surges. An LED indicator on these relays lights up when they’re on, so you know at a glance if they’re wired correctly.
    No. of
    Terminals
    Input Voltage,
    V DC
    Control Current,
    mA
    Switching Current
    @ Voltage
    Max. Switching
    Voltage
    Mechanical
    Life Cycles
    Ht.
    Wd.
    Dp.
    Pin
    Lg.
    Features
    Surge Suppression
    Coverage
    Each
    4 Circuits Controlled with 2 Off and 2 On—4PST-2NO/2NC
    1012306 amp @ 240V AC/30V DC250V AC, 125V DC10,000,0001.6"0.5"1"0.14"Interlocked Opposing Contacts—6253N15000000
    1012326 amp @ 240V AC/30V DC250V AC, 125V DC10,000,0001.6"0.5"1"0.14"Interlocked Opposing Contacts, LED IndicatorFull6253N2500000
    1024156 amp @ 240V AC/30V DC250V AC, 125V DC10,000,0001.6"0.5"1"0.14"Interlocked Opposing Contacts—6253N1400000
    1024176 amp @ 240V AC/30V DC250V AC, 125V DC10,000,0001.6"0.5"1"0.14"Interlocked Opposing Contacts, LED IndicatorFull6253N2600000
     
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