Choosing an Electrical Switch
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Air-Actuated Foot Switches
Press these switches with your foot for convenient, hands-free operation. They use air pressure to turn circuits on or off, keeping live electrical circuits away from work areas. Use the three-prong outlet to plug a device directly into the switch.
| No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Starting Position | Switch Action | No. of Terminals | Industry Designation | Switching Current @ Voltage | Dia. | Lg. | Wd. | Ht. | Guard Material | Includes | Each | |
With Three-Prong Outlet | |||||||||||||
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| 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 2 | SPST-NO | 15 A @ 120 V AC | 3 3/4" | __ | __ | 1 1/2" | __ | 10 ft. Tubing | 0000000 | 000000 |
| 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 2 | SPST-NO | 15 A @ 120 V AC | 3 3/4" | __ | __ | 1 1/2" | __ | 10 ft. Tubing | 0000000 | 00000 |
With Three-Prong Outlet and Guard | |||||||||||||
| 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 2 | SPST-NO | 15 A @ 120 V AC | __ | 6" | 6 1/2" | 4 11/16" | Plastic | 10 ft. Tubing | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 2 | SPST-NO | 15 A @ 120 V AC | __ | 6" | 6 1/2" | 4 11/16" | Plastic | 10 ft. Tubing | 0000000 | 00000 |
Build-Your-Own Air-Actuated Foot Switches
Combine a foot-pedal actuator with a switching mechanism to build a complete switch that allows for convenient, hands-free operation. These switches use air pressure to turn circuits on or off, keeping live electrical circuits away from work areas.
| No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Starting Position | Switch Action | No. of Terminals | Industry Designation | Switching Current @ Voltage | Quick-Disconnect Tab Wd. | Specifications Met | Each | |
| 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 3 | SPDT | 21 A @ 250 V AC | 0.25" | CE Marked, CSA Certified, UL Listed, UL 508 | 0000000 | 000000 |
| 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 3 | SPDT | 21 A @ 250 V AC | 0.25" | CE Marked, CSA Certified, UL Listed, UL 508 | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 2 | 2 Off (Normally Open) or 2 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 6 | DPDT | 21 A @ 250 V AC | 0.25" | UL Listed, UL 508 | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 2 | 2 Off (Normally Open) or 2 On (Normally Closed) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 6 | DPDT | 21 A @ 250 V AC | 0.25" | CE Marked, CSA Certified, UL Listed, UL 508 | 0000000 | 00000 |
Air-Actuated Hand Switches
Keep live electrical circuits away from work areas—these switches use air pressure to turn circuits on or off.
| No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Starting Position | Switch Action | No. of Terminals | Industry Designation | Switching Current @ Voltage | Lg. | Wd. | Ht. | Quick-Disconnect Tab Wd. | Includes | Each | |
| 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 3 | SPDT | 20 A @ 125 V AC/250 V AC | 2 1/8" | 1 3/4" | 1 1/4" | 0.187" | 10 ft. Tubing | 0000000 | 000000 |
| 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 3 | SPDT | 20 A @ 125 V AC/250 V AC | 2 1/8" | 1 3/4" | 1 1/4" | 0.187" | 10 ft. Tubing | 0000000 | 00000 |
Build-Your-Own Air-Actuated Hand Switches
Combine a push-button actuator with a switching mechanism to build a complete switch. These switches use air pressure to turn circuits on or off, keeping live electrical circuits away from work areas.
| Dia. | Ht. | Tube ID | Tube OD | Material | Environmental Rating | Includes | Each | |
| 2 5/8" | 1" | 1/8" | 1/4" | Plastic | IP04 | 6 ft. Tubing | 0000000 | 000000 |
| No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Starting Position | Switch Action | No. of Terminals | Industry Designation | Switching Current @ Voltage | Quick-Disconnect Tab Wd. | Specifications Met | Each | |
| 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 3 | SPDT | 21 A @ 250 V AC | 0.25" | CE Marked, CSA Certified, UL Listed, UL 508 | 0000000 | 000000 |
| 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 3 | SPDT | 21 A @ 250 V AC | 0.25" | CE Marked, CSA Certified, UL Listed, UL 508 | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 2 | 2 Off (Normally Open) or 2 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 6 | DPDT | 21 A @ 250 V AC | 0.25" | UL Listed, UL 508 | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 2 | 2 Off (Normally Open) or 2 On (Normally Closed) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 6 | DPDT | 21 A @ 250 V AC | 0.25" | CE Marked, CSA Certified, UL Listed, UL 508 | 0000000 | 00000 |
Doorbell-Style Push-Button Switches
These familiar push-button switches mount to flat surfaces.
Switches rated IP65 are protected against dust and low-pressure jets of water.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
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| Style | Actuator Color | No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Starting Position | Switch Action | No. of Terminals | Industry Designation | Switching Current @ Voltage | Max. Voltage | Dia. | Ht. | Wd. | Dp. | Material | Color | Mounting Fasteners Included | Environmental Rating | Each | |
Metal Actuator with Screw Terminals | ||||||||||||||||||
Round | ||||||||||||||||||
| A | Gold | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 2 | SPST-NO | 3 A @ 30 V AC/30 V DC | 30V AC 30V DC | 2 1/2" | __ | __ | 1 5/16" | Brass | Gold | Yes | IP65 | 00000000 | 000000 |
Plastic Actuator with Screw Terminals | ||||||||||||||||||
Round | ||||||||||||||||||
| A | Black | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 2 | SPST-NO | 3 A @ 30 V AC/30 V DC | 30V AC 30V DC | 1 3/4" | __ | __ | 5/8" | Brass | Gold | Yes | __ | 0000000 | 0000 |
| A | Black | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 2 | SPST-NO | 3 A @ 30 V AC/30 V DC | 30V AC 30V DC | 2 1/4" | __ | __ | 5/8" | Brass | Gold | Yes | __ | 0000000 | 00000 |
Rectangular | ||||||||||||||||||
| B | Black | 2 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 4 | SPST-NO | 3 A @ 30 V AC/30 V DC | 30V AC 30V DC | __ | 4 3/4" | 1 5/8" | 3/4" | Brass | Gold | Yes | __ | 0000000 | 00000 |
| C | Black | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 2 | SPST-NO | 3 A @ 30 V AC/30 V DC | 30V AC 30V DC | __ | 2 3/4" | 1" | 3/4" | Anodized Aluminum | Gold | Yes | __ | 0000000 | 00000 |
| C | Black | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 2 | SPST-NO | 3 A @ 30 V AC/30 V DC | 30V AC 30V DC | __ | 2 3/4" | 1" | 3/4" | Anodized Aluminum | Gray | Yes | __ | 0000000 | 00000 |
| D | White | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 2 | SPST-NO | 3 A @ 30 V AC/30 V DC | 30V AC 30V DC | __ | 2 3/4" | 3/4" | 5/8" | Plastic | Black | Yes | __ | 0000000 | 0000 |
| D | White | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 2 | SPST-NO | 3 A @ 30 V AC/30 V DC | 30V AC 30V DC | __ | 2 3/4" | 3/4" | 5/8" | Plastic | Gold | Yes | __ | 0000000 | 0000 |
| D | White | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 2 | SPST-NO | 3 A @ 30 V AC/30 V DC | 30V AC 30V DC | __ | 2 3/4" | 3/4" | 5/8" | Plastic | Gray | Yes | __ | 0000000 | 0000 |
| D | White | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 2 | SPST-NO | 3 A @ 30 V AC/30 V DC | 30V AC 30V DC | __ | 2 3/4" | 3/4" | 5/8" | Plastic | White | Yes | __ | 0000000 | 0000 |
Plastic Actuator with Screw Terminals—Illuminated | ||||||||||||||||||
Rectangular | ||||||||||||||||||
| C | White | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 2 | SPST-NO | 3 A @ 16 V AC/16 V DC | 16V DC 16V AC | __ | 2 3/4" | 1" | 3/4" | Anodized Aluminum | Gold | Yes | __ | 0000000 | 00000 |
| C | White | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 2 | SPST-NO | 3 A @ 16 V AC/16 V DC | 16V DC 16V AC | __ | 2 3/4" | 1" | 3/4" | Anodized Aluminum | Gray | Yes | __ | 00000000 | 00000 |
| D | White | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 2 | SPST-NO | 3 A @ 16 V AC/16 V DC | 16V DC 16V AC | __ | 2 3/4" | 3/4" | 5/8" | Plastic | Black | Yes | __ | 0000000 | 00000 |
| D | White | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 2 | SPST-NO | 3 A @ 16 V AC/16 V DC | 16V DC 16V AC | __ | 2 3/4" | 3/4" | 5/8" | Plastic | Gold | Yes | __ | 0000000 | 00000 |
| D | White | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 2 | SPST-NO | 3 A @ 16 V AC/16 V DC | 16V DC 16V AC | __ | 2 3/4" | 3/4" | 5/8" | Plastic | Gray | Yes | __ | 0000000 | 00000 |
| D | White | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 2 | SPST-NO | 3 A @ 16 V AC/16 V DC | 16V DC 16V AC | __ | 2 3/4" | 3/4" | 5/8" | Plastic | White | Yes | __ | 0000000 | 00000 |
Recessed Push-Button Switches
Often used to trigger alarms, these switches have a recessed button to prevent accidental activation. Mount under desks or in other discrete locations to avoid drawing attention.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Housing | Mounting | |||||||||||||||
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| Actuator Color | No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Starting Position | Switch Action | No. of Terminals | Industry Designation | Features | Voltage | Dia. | Dp. | Material | Color | Fasteners Included | No. of Holes | Hole Dia. | Each | |
Plastic Actuator with Screw Terminals | ||||||||||||||||
Round | ||||||||||||||||
| Red | 2 | 2 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 7 | DPST-NO | Tamper Alert | 12V DC-30V DC | 3 3/16" | 1 1/4" | Plastic | Gray | No | 3 | 5/32" | 000000 | 000000 |
Sealed Touch Pad Switches
Suitable for areas with space limitations, these switches have a low profile and a small footprint. They lay flat or mount to a wall. Typically used in start/stop and door opening applications, switches can also be placed underneath objects to alert when the object is removed. All have a sealed housing that resists water and alcohols (not suitable for continuous contact).
Optional mounting frames secure switches to a wall or bench top.
| Shape | No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Starting Position | Switch Action | No. of Terminals | Industry Designation | Color | Switching Current @ Voltage | Actuation Force, lbs. | Material | Dia. | Lg. | Wd. | Thick. | Each | |
| Rectangular | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 2 | SPST-NO | Black | 1 A @ 28 V AC/28 V DC | 2.5 | PVC Plastic | __ | 1" | 3/4" | 3/16" | 000000 | 000000 |
| Round | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 2 | SPST-NO | Black | 1 A @ 28 V AC/28 V DC | 2.5 | PVC Plastic | 1 1/2" | __ | __ | 1/4" | 000000 | 00000 |
