Choosing an Electrical Switch
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Two-Hand Safety Switches
Activate these switches with two hands, reducing the risk of accidental equipment start up. A complete system requires a switch and a safety relay.
Switches have an emergency stop push-button to immediately cut power. They are rated IP65 for protection from low-pressure washdowns.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Actuator | Mounting | |||||||||||||
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No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Starting Position | Switch Action | Industry Designation | Material | Color | Switching Current @ Voltage | Ht. | Wd. | Dp. | No. of Holes | Hole Dia. | Mounting Fasteners Included | Each | |
2 | 1 Off (Normally Open) and 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | DPST-1NO/1NC | Plastic | Black | 8 A @ 250 V AC, 5 A @ 24 V DC | 7 5/16" | 18 1/2" | 5 7/16" | 2 | 29/64" | No | 00000000 | 0000000 |
Wall-Mount Motion-Sensing Light Controls
Light controls fit standard wall plates. Also known as occupancy sensors, they turn lights on when movement is detected and off when an area is unoccupied. The infrared sensors detect changes in heat sources and require a direct view of the occupants. All have a time delay to turn lights off after a set time.
Ivory | White | |||||||
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Coverage, sq. ft. | No. of Circuits Controlled | Input Voltage | Wattage | Wire Connection Type | Each | Each | ||
180 | 2 | 120V AC 277V AC | 800 W @ 120 V AC 1,200 W @ 277 V AC | Wire Leads | 0000000 | 0000000 | 0000000 | 0000000 |
300 | 1 | 120V AC 240V AC 277V AC | 1,200 W @ 277 V AC 1,200 W @ 240 V AC 1,000 W @ 120 V AC | Wire Leads | 0000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
Multi-Way Wall-Mount Motion-Sensing Light Controls
Control lights on a single circuit from more than one motion-sensing switch. Also known as occupancy sensors, these controls turn lights on when movement is detected and off when an area is unoccupied. The infrared sensors detect changes in heat sources and require a direct view of the occupants. Use up to four controls on the same circuit to detect motion in large rooms. All have a time delay to turn lights off after a set time.
Coverage, sq. ft. | No. of Circuits Controlled | Max. No. per Circuit | Input Voltage | Wattage | For Outlet Box Type | Max. Mounting Ht., ft. | Color | Housing Material | Wire Connection Type | Specifications Met | Each | |
1,050 | 1 | 4 | 120V AC | 600 W @ 120 V AC | 1 Device (1 Gang) | 4 | White | Plastic | Wire Leads | UL Listed, C-UL Listed | 0000000 | 0000000 |
Wall/Ceiling-Mount Motion-Sensing Light Controls
Also known as occupancy sensors, these controls turn lights on when movement is detected and off when an area is unoccupied. The infrared/ultrasonic sensors minimize false activation by detecting heat and motion. They can be set so that only one or both detection methods are required to activate and hold lights on. All have a time delay to turn lights off after a set time. The mounting bracket swivels 90° so that the control can be mounted on a wall or ceiling.
Power controllers (sold separately) are required to switch a 120- or 277-volt AC lighting circuit. They have a relay that switches a maximum 20 amp load.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Coverage, sq. ft. | No. of Circuits Controlled | Input Voltage | Max. Mounting Ht., ft. | Mounting Hardware Included | Swivel Angle | Color | Housing Material | Ht. | Wd. | Dp. | Wire Connection Type | Specifications Met | Each | |
2,000 | 1 | 24V DC | 10 | Yes | 90° | White | Plastic | 4 3/8" | 3 3/8" | 2" | Wire Leads | UL Listed, C-UL Listed | 0000000 | 0000000 |
Power Controller | 0000000 | Each | 000000 |
Light-Sensing Light Controls
Automatically turn outdoor lights on after dark and off at daybreak, conserving energy when lights are not needed. A time delay prevents false switches due to light flashes.
Wall-mount controls require a base (sold separately).
Washdown Wall-Mount Autotuning Temperature Controllers
For protection in washdown conditions with splashing water, corrosive liquid, and dust, these controllers have a wall-mount housing that meets NEMA 4X. They’re ideal for systems with rapid, unpredictable, or complex temperature changes. They turn heating equipment on and off using a proportional-integral-derivative (PID) control algorithm to make fine adjustments, giving you the most precise and stable temperature control. All work similarly to proportional controllers but gather more variables to calculate the most effective way to return to the target temperature and avoid overshooting it. They also have fuzzy logic to learn your system's behavior and compensate as needed. Use the autotuning function to have the controller cycle and identify the ideal PID variables for your system. These controllers include a highly sensitive Type J thermocouple probe to take temperature readings in critical process applications. Since they reset automatically, they switch off and on again as the temperature fluctuates. Use the keypad to adjust the actuation point, reset point, and other settings.
The controllers have mechanical relay outputs that actuate circuits directly. All are 3PST (triple pole, single throw) and turn three circuits from off to on (normally open). They also have two additional outputs to actuate alarms or other simple devices.
Mechanical Relay For Heating | Probe | |||||||||||||
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Total No. of Outputs | Output Type | Industry Designation | Voltage | Current | Probe Type | Reset Type | Lg. | Dia. | Ht. | Wd. | Dp. | Environmental Rating | Each | |
3 | One Heating Output Two Alarm Outputs | 3PST | 120V AC | 30A | Thermocouple | Automatic | 1 1/4" | 5/16" | 8 1/2" | 8 1/2" | 5" | NEMA 4X | 0000000 | 000000000 |
3 | One Heating Output Two Alarm Outputs | 3PST | 240V AC | 30A | Thermocouple | Automatic | 1 1/4" | 5/16" | 8 1/2" | 8 1/2" | 5" | NEMA 4X | 0000000 | 00000000 |
3 | One Heating Output Two Alarm Outputs | 3PST | 240V AC | 50A | Thermocouple | Automatic | 1 1/4" | 5/16" | 8 1/2" | 8 1/2" | 5" | NEMA 4X | 0000000 | 00000000 |
3 | One Heating Output Two Alarm Outputs | 3PST | 480V AC | 30A | Thermocouple | Automatic | 1 1/4" | 5/16" | 8 1/2" | 8 1/2" | 5" | NEMA 4X | 0000000 | 00000000 |
3 | One Heating Output Two Alarm Outputs | 3PST | 480V AC | 50A | Thermocouple | Automatic | 1 1/4" | 5/16" | 8 1/2" | 8 1/2" | 5" | NEMA 4X | 0000000 | 00000000 |
Light Bulb Sockets
Install sockets for medium (standard household) screw-in base light bulbs.
Styles A-C mount to outlet boxes.
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Style | Switch Type | Dia. | Lg. | Wd. | Voltage | Max. Wattage per Bulb | Collar Dia. | Housing Material | For Outlet Box Ht. | Mounting Hardware Included | No. of | Dia. | Specifications Met | Each | |
For LED, CFL, Halogen, and Incandescent Bulbs | |||||||||||||||
A | No Switch | 4 1/2" | __ | __ | 120V AC, 208V AC, 240V AC | 660W | 1 9/16" | Porcelain | 3 1/4", 4" | Yes | 2 | 7/32" | UL Listed, CSA Certified | 00000000 | 00000 |
B | Pull Chain | 4 1/2" | __ | __ | 120V AC, 208V AC, 240V AC | 250W | 1 11/16" | Porcelain | 3 1/4", 4" | Yes | 2 | 7/32" | UL Listed, CSA Certified | 0000000 | 00000 |
C | Pull Chain | 4 1/2" | __ | __ | 120V AC | 250W | 1 5/8" | Porcelain | 3 1/4", 4" | Yes | 2 | 7/32" | UL Listed, CSA Certified | 0000000 | 00000 |
D | No Switch | __ | 2" | 2" | 120V AC, 208V AC, 240V AC, 277V AC, 480V AC | 660W | 1 1/2" | Porcelain | __ | No | 2 | 3/16" | UL Listed | 00000000 | 00000 |
Humidistats
Turn the dial to control humidity equipment.
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Voltage | Current | Relative Humidity | Switch Type | Color | Ht. | Wd. | Dp. | Mounting Location | Mounting Fasteners Included | Each | |
For Humidifiers | |||||||||||
24V AC-30V AC | 1A | 10-75% | SPDT | White | 3" | 4 3/4" | 1 3/4" | Duct, Wall | Yes | 0000000 | 000000 |
Keypad Transmitters
If you don't have your remote, you can still open and close automatic overhead doors with a private 4-digit PIN. Use these transmitters to operate one transmitter or receiver. The keypad is backlit for visibility in the dark.
Automatic Door Switches
Hardwire these switches to automatic door openers, electromagnetic locks, and electric strikes to open doors with the touch of a button or wave of a hand. Mount them to electrical boxes or surface-mount boxes (sold separately). Instant-open switches provide immediate access. Time-delay switches allow time to reach the door before it opens.
Style 1-7 switches operate with the touch of a button. Style 7 switches are 36 in. tall, so they’re easy to push with a foot, cane, crutch, or other device.
Style 8 switches operate with the wave of your hand to reduce the spread of germs. They have an indicator light that changes color when the switch is activated, a selectable unlock time of 1-63 seconds, and a secondary switch that releases doors in the event of a power failure.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
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Overall | Button | Surface-Mount Boxes | Square Posts | |||||||||||||
Style | Mounting Location | Voltage | Ht. | Wd. | Dia. | Ht. | Wd. | Dia. | Material | Specifications Met | Each | Each | Each | |||
Push Button | ||||||||||||||||
3 | Wall | 24V DC | 4 1/2" | 2 3/4" | __ | __ | __ | 1 5/8" | Red Plastic | CSA Certified UL Listed | 00000000 | 0000000 | 00000000 | 000000 | 000000 | 00 |
4 | Wall | 24V DC | 4 3/4" | 3" | __ | __ | __ | 2 3/8" | Red Plastic | CSA Certified UL Listed | 00000000 | 000000 | 00000000 | 00000 | 000000 | 00 |
5 | Wall | 250V AC | 4 1/2" | 2 3/4" | __ | 4 1/2" | 2 3/4" | __ | 304 Stainless Steel | CSA Certified UL Listed | 00000000 | 00000 | 00000000 | 00000 | 00000000 | 0000000 |
6 | Wall | 250V AC | __ | __ | 4 1/2" | __ | __ | 4 1/2" | 304 Stainless Steel | CSA Certified | 00000000 | 000000 | 00000000 | 00000 | 00000000 | 000000 |
6 | Wall | 250V AC | __ | __ | 6" | __ | __ | 6" | 304 Stainless Steel | CSA Certified UL Listed | 00000000 | 000000 | 00000000 | 00000 | 00000000 | 000000 |
7 | Post, Wall | 48V DC, 120V AC, 250V AC | 36" | 6" | __ | 36" | 2 1/2" | __ | Aluminum | __ | 00000000 | 000000 | 000000 | 00 | 00000000 | 000000 |
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Overall | Button | Surface-Mount Boxes | |||||||||||
Style | Mounting Location | Voltage | Ht. | Wd. | Ht. | Wd. | Dia. | Material | Specifications Met | Each | Each | ||
Push Button | |||||||||||||
2 | Wall | 120V AC | 4 3/4" | 4 3/4" | 4 3/4" | 4 3/4" | __ | 304 Stainless Steel | UL Listed | 00000000 | 0000000 | 00000000 | 0000000 |
3 | Wall | 24V DC | 4 1/2" | 2 3/4" | __ | __ | 1 5/8" | Red Plastic | CSA Certified UL Listed | 00000000 | 000000 | 00000000 | 00000 |
USB Charging Stations
Charge multiple devices at once. These stations have removable dividers to fit thicker devices.
Stations with a keyed lock secure devices while charging. They come with two keys. Stations that have a cable and combination lock can be secured to a desk, cart, or other flat surface.
Stations with a USB B port connect to computers with a USB cord (not included). This is useful when pushing software updates, backing up data, or restoring default settings for multiple devices.
Stations cannot be sold to the listed areas due to energy efficiency regulations.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
No. of Connections | Compartments | ||||||||||||||
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USB A | USB B | USB A Current, A | No. of | Wd. | Dp. | Cord Length, ft. | Input Voltage | Material | Height | Width | Depth | Features | Cannot Be Sold To | Each | |
16 | 1 | 2.4 | 16 | 3/4" | 8" | 10 | 120V AC, 230V AC | Steel | 17 3/4" | 23 5/8" | 14 1/2" | Removable Dividers | CA, VT | 0000000 | 0000000 |