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Switch Mats
Step on these mats to control doors, lights, or alarms.
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| 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 | |
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| 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 |
Water-Resistant Miniature Switch Mats
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.
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| 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 | |
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| 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.
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| 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 | |
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| 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.
| 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 | |
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| 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.
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| 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 | |
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| 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 |
Safety Switch Mats
Prevent personnel from getting too close to dangerous equipment while it’s running. Step anywhere on these mats and they can turn on warning lights and alarms or shut down equipment. To minimize circuit damage, they also activate if they detect any malfunctions in your equipment’s electrical system. 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.
Red mats are easy to spot in crowded areas and in dim light. They help you avoid stepping on them if you don’t want to stop machinery or to find them quickly if you do.
Mats with diamond tread have a raised pattern on the surface to add traction and prevent slipping. Made from aluminum, they’re more durable than plastic mats, and less likely to be punctured or damaged by impact. However, they’re also more rigid than plastic mats, so they can only be used on flat surfaces. These mats are often used in high-traffic welding shops and freight warehouses.
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.
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| 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 | Each | ||
Black | |||||||||||||||||
| 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 | 4 | 6 | 18 | PVC Plastic | 0000000 | 00000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
| 48" | 72" | 1/2" | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | SPST-NO | 1 A @ 24 V AC/24 V DC | 22 | 1,100 | 4 | 6 | 18 | PVC Plastic | 0000000 | 00000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
Red | |||||||||||||||||
| 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 | 4 | 6 | 18 | PVC Plastic | 00000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
| 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 | 4 | 6 | 18 | PVC Plastic | 00000000 | 000000 | 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 | 4 | 6 | 18 | PVC Plastic | 00000000 | 00000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
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| Wd. | Lg. | Thick. | No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Starting Position | Switch Action | Industry Designation | Switching Current @ Voltage | Actuation Force, lbs. | Max. Cap., lbs. | No. of | Lg., ft. | Ga. | Material | Each | |
| 24" | 36" | 7/8" | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | SPST-NO | 1 A @ 24 V AC/24 V DC | 45 | 20,000 | 4 | 6 | 18 | Aluminum | 00000000 | 000000000 |
| 24" | 72" | 7/8" | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | SPST-NO | 1 A @ 24 V AC/24 V DC | 45 | 20,000 | 4 | 6 | 18 | Aluminum | 00000000 | 00000000 |
| 30" | 48" | 7/8" | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | SPST-NO | 1 A @ 24 V AC/24 V DC | 45 | 20,000 | 4 | 6 | 18 | Aluminum | 00000000 | 00000000 |
| 36" | 72" | 7/8" | 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Springs Back (Momentary) | SPST-NO | 1 A @ 24 V AC/24 V DC | 45 | 20,000 | 4 | 6 | 18 | Aluminum | 00000000 | 00000000 |
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.
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| 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 |
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 |
