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    About Electrical Switches
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    Choose a switch with the right trigger type, number of inputs, and control functions to power your equipment.

    Pull-Chain Switches

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Pull-Chain Switches.
    Pull the chain to send a switch signal. These switches are commonly used as replacements in lights and fans.
    Wire
    Leads
    Chain
    Lg.
    No. of Circuits
    Controlled
    Switch Starting
    Position
    Switch
    Action
    No. of
    Terminals
    Switch
    Designation
    Switching Current @ Voltage
    Max. Voltage,
    V AC
    Ht.
    Wd.
    Dp.
    No.
    of
    Lg.
    Certification
    Each
    Wire Lead Connection
    2"22 On
    		Maintained
    		4DPST-NC
    		6 amp @ 125V AC, 3 amp @ 250V AC2501 1/8"3/4"1 3/8"36"UL Recognized Component
    		6969N1100000
     

    Cable-Pull-Actuator Emergency Stop Switches

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Emergency Stop Switches. Cable-Pull-Actuator Emergency Stop Switches, 1 Direction (IP65, NEMA 4).
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Emergency Stop Switches. Cable-Pull-Actuator Emergency Stop Switches, 1 Direction with Power Indicator and Tension Indicator (IP67, NEMA 4, NEMA 13).

    1 Direction (IP65,

    NEMA 4)

    1 Direction with Power

    Indicator and Tension

    Indicator (IP67, NEMA 4,

    NEMA 13)

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Emergency Stop Switches. Cable-Pull-Actuator Emergency Stop Switches, 1 Direction with Emergency Stop Button, Power Indicator and Tension Indicator (IP67, NEMA 4, NEMA 13).
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Emergency Stop Switches. Cable-Pull-Actuator Emergency Stop Switches, 2 Directions (IP67).

    1 Direction with

    Emergency Stop

    Button, Power

    Indicator and

    Tension Indicator

    (IP67, NEMA 4, NEMA

    13)

    2 Directions (IP67)

    Immediately cut power by pulling a cable. These switches are often used to turn off production lines and material handling systems in an emergency. All have positive-force, snap-open contacts that open a circuit when actuated, even if a spring fails or the contacts stick. The contacts will remain open until you tension the cable and reset the switch.
    2 Directions—Two-direction switches can be used with tension springs (not included) to open contacts and stop machinery if the cable breaks.
    Emergency Stop Button—Switches with an emergency stop button can be shut off either by their button or cable. They’re often installed where equipment may block access to the cable.
    Power Indicator—Switches with a power indicator illuminate when the cable has been pulled.
    Tension Indicator—Switches with a tension indicator let you visually confirm that tension is set correctly in the system.
    Switch Installation Kits—Accessory kits (sold separately) simplify the installation of a new switch.
    Emergency Stop Switches
    Switch Installation Kits
    Mounting
    For Max.
    Cable Lg., ft.
    No. of Circuits
    Controlled
    Switch Starting
    Position
    No. of
    Terminals
    Switch
    Designation
    Switching Current
    @ Voltage
    Max. Voltage
    Actuation
    Force, lbf
    Conduit
    Trade Size
    Fasteners
    Included
    Hole
    Dia.
    No. of
    Holes
    Each
    Includes
    Each
    Screw-Terminal Wire Connection
     
    1 Direction (IP65, NEMA 4)
    1511 Off and 1 On
    		4DPST-1NO/1NC
    		10 amp @ 120V AC400V AC181/2
    		No1/4"465975K510000000Cable, Clamps, Tension Screws, Thimbles65975K810000000
    3011 Off or 1 On
    		3SPDT
    		10 amp @ 120V AC380V AC271/2
    		No1/4"465975K62000000Cable, Clamps, Tension Screws, Thimbles65975K82000000
    7522 Off or 2 On
    		6DPDT
    		10 amp @ 120V AC380V AC451/2
    		No1/4"465975K63000000Cable, Clamps, Tension Screws, Thimbles65975K83000000
     
    1 Direction with Power Indicator and Tension Indicator (IP67, NEMA 4, NEMA 13)
    25011 Off or 1 On
    		3SPDT
    		6 amp @ 120V AC
    2.8 amp @ 24V DC    		300V AC
    250V DC    		401/2
    		No1/4"465975K75000000————0
     
    1 Direction with Emergency Stop Button, Power Indicator and Tension Indicator (IP67, NEMA 4, NEMA 13)
    25011 Off or 1 On
    		3SPDT
    		6 amp @ 120V AC
    2.8 amp @ 24V DC    		300V AC
    250V DC    		401/2
    		No1/4"465975K11000000————0
     
    2 Directions (IP67)
    16521 Off and 1 On
    		4DPST-1NO/1NC
    		1.1 amp @ 120V AC240V AC53/4
    		No5/16"265975K84000000Cable, Clamps, Eyebolts, Tension Screws, Tension Springs65975K94000000
     

    Overhead Rope-Pull Switches

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Pull Switches. Overhead Rope-Pull Switches, Down Pull.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Pull Switches. Overhead Rope-Pull Switches, Any-Direction Pull.

    Down Pull

    Any-Direction

    Pull

    Tug the hanging rope to actuate these switches. They're rated NEMA 4 to protect against washdowns.
    Down Pull—Pull-down switches only actuate when you pull the rope directly down.
    Any-Direction Pull—Pull-any-direction switches actuate even when you pull the rope at an angle. These are good for spaces where you can't mount the switch directly above your workstation.
    Rope Lg.,
    ft.
    No. of Circuits
    Controlled
    Switch Starting
    Position
    Switch
    Action
    No. of
    Terminals
    Switch
    Designation
    Switching Current @ Voltage
    Max. Voltage
    Actuation
    Force, lbf
    Conduit
    Trade Size
    Mounting Fasteners
    Included
    Certification
    Each
    Down Pull
     
    Screw-Terminal Wire Connection
    1521 Off and 1 On
    		Momentary
    		4DPST-1NO/1NC
    		6 amp @ 120V AC, 3 amp @ 240V AC, 0.5 amp @ 125V DC600V AC
    600V DC    		51/2
    		YesUL Listed
    		8488K110000000
     
    Any-Direction Pull
     
    Screw-Terminal Wire Connection
    1521 Off and 1 On
    		Momentary
    		4DPST-1NO/1NC
    		6 amp @ 120V AC, 3 amp @ 240V AC, 0.5 amp @ 125V DC600V AC
    600V DC    		51/2
    		Yes—8488K61000000
     

    Cable-Pull Switches

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Pull Switches. Cable-Pull Switches, 1 Direction.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Pull Switches. Cable-Pull Switches, 2 Directions.

    1 Direction

    2 Directions

    Connect these switches to a cable to control circuits from a distance. They're typically used to turn off production lines and material handling systems. Mount in any position and tug on the cable to send a switching signal. Equipment will not start up again until the switch is manually reset.
    No. of Circuits
    Controlled
    Switch Starting
    Position
    Switch
    Action
    No. of
    Terminals
    Switch
    Designation
    Switching Current @ Voltage
    Max. Voltage
    Actuation
    Force, lbf
    Conduit
    Trade Size
    Mounting Fasteners
    Included
    Each
    Screw-Terminal Wire Connection
     
    1 Direction (NEMA 1)
    11 On
    		Maintained
    		2SPST-NC
    		6 amp @ 120V AC, 3 amp @ 240V AC, 0.6 amp @ 125V DC600V AC
    600V DC    		2 to 61/2
    		Yes7186K530000000
     
    2 Directions (IP66, NEMA 4X)
    11 Off or 1 On
    		Maintained
    		3SPDT
    		5 amp @ 125V AC, 1 amp @ 24V DC60V DC
    250V AC    		0.2 to 21/2
    		No7186K101000000
     

    Light Socket Pull Cords

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Light Socket Pull Cords.
    To lengthen a pull-chain light switch, these cords have a bead chain connector that snaps onto beaded chain. They have a braided construction and a bell-shaped end fitting so they won't unravel or fray.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Each
    36"14695K6500000

    Hazardous Location Cable-Pull-Actuator Emergency Stop Switches

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Emergency Stop Switches. Hazardous Location Cable-Pull-Actuator Emergency Stop Switches.
    Safe to use near ignitable gases and dust, the housing on these switches seals in anything that could ignite flammable material. All are UL listed and CSA certified for use in hazardous locations. Yank the cable anywhere along your line to quickly cut power in emergencies. They have positive-force, snap-open contacts that open a circuit when actuated, even if a spring fails or the contacts stick. The contacts will remain open until you tension the cable and reset the switch. Use the tension indicator to visually confirm that they’re reset correctly.
    Mounting
    For Max.
    Cable Lg., ft.
    No. of Circuits
    Controlled
    Switch Starting
    Position
    No. of
    Terminals
    Switch
    Designation
    Switching Current
    @ Voltage
    Max. Voltage
    Actuation
    Force, lbf
    Conduit
    Trade Size
    Fasteners
    Included
    Hole Dia. (No.
    of Holes)
    Hole Thread Size
    (No. of Holes)
    Features
    Each
    Screw-Terminal Wire Connection
     
    1 Direction (NEMA 4; NEMA 7; NEMA 9; NEMA 13; NEC Class I Divisions 1, 2 Groups B, C, D; NEC Class II Divisions 1, 2 Groups E, F, G)
    20011 Off or 1 On
    		3SPDT
    		10 amp @ 600V AC
    10 amp @ 250V DC    		600V AC
    250V DC    		251/2
    		No1/4" (2)5/16"-18 (2)Tension Indicator7543N11000000000
    20022 On
    		4DPST-NC
    		10 amp @ 600V AC
    10 amp @ 250V DC    		600V AC
    250V DC    		251/2
    		No1/4" (2)5/16"-18 (2)Tension Indicator7543N1200000000
     

    Cable-Pull-Actuator Emergency Stop Switches with Restart Switch

    Tug the cable to stop your line, then follow it back to the restart switch. Typically separate devices, the stop and reset controls are in one compact unit. As a secondary shutdown option, a push-button stop switch is also built in. A secondary push-button stop switch ensures you can halt equipment immediately, even when the cable is out of reach. Because they let you control circuits from a distance with a quick tug, these cable-pull stop switches are often used to turn off production lines and material handling systems. To notify your team on the floor that you’ve stopped equipment, a power indicator lights up when you pull the cable.
    Use the tension indicator to confirm that cable is set up correctly. Circuits remain open until you tension the cable and hit the restart button. Cable is not included.
    1 Direction
    Image of Product. Left Side Cable Location. Front orientation. Emergency Stop Switches. Cable-Pull-Actuator Emergency Stop Switches with Restart Switch, 1 Direction, Tension Indicator, Power Indicator, Restart Button, Emergency Stop Button, Left-Side Cable.
    Image of Product. Right Side Cable Location. Front orientation. Emergency Stop Switches. Cable-Pull-Actuator Emergency Stop Switches with Restart Switch, 1 Direction, Tension Indicator, Power Indicator, Restart Button, Emergency Stop Button, Right-Side-Cable.

    Left Side Cable

    Location

    Right Side Cable

    Location

    Mounting
    Cable
    Location
    For Max.
    Cable Lg., ft.
    No. of Circuits
    Controlled
    Switch Starting
    Position
    No. of
    Terminals
    Switch
    Designation
    Switching Current
    @ Voltage
    Max. Voltage
    Actuation
    Force, lbf
    Conduit
    Trade Size
    Bulb
    Voltage
    Fasteners
    Included
    No. of
    Holes
    Hole
    Dia.
    Each
    Screw-Terminal Wire Connection
     
    With Emergency Stop Button, Power Indicator, Restart Button, Tension Indicator (IP54, NEMA 1)
    Left Side32522 Off or 2 On
    		6DPDT
    		6 amp @ 120V AC
    2.8 amp @ 24V DC    		240V AC
    24V DC    		111/2
    		24V DCNo41/4"5746N301000000000
    Left Side32522 Off or 2 On
    		6DPDT
    		6 amp @ 120V AC
    2.8 amp @ 24V DC    		240V AC
    24V DC    		111/2
    		120V ACNo41/4"5746N20100000000
    Right Side32522 Off or 2 On
    		6DPDT
    		6 amp @ 120V AC
    2.8 amp @ 24V DC    		240V AC
    24V DC    		111/2
    		24V DCNo41/4"5746N1100000000
    Right Side32522 Off or 2 On
    		6DPDT
    		6 amp @ 120V AC
    2.8 amp @ 24V DC    		240V AC
    24V DC    		111/2
    		120V ACNo41/4"5746N20200000000
     
    2 Directions
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Emergency Stop Switches. Cable-Pull-Actuator Emergency Stop Switches with Restart Switch, 2 Directions.
    Two-direction switches support twice the total cable distance of one-direction switches. With pulls on each side, you can route cable in two opposite directions. These switches are often placed at the midpoint of conveyors and other long runs of equipment.
    Mounting
    Cable Location
    For Max.
    Cable Lg., ft.
    No. of Circuits
    Controlled
    Switch Starting
    Position
    No. of
    Terminals
    Switch
    Designation
    Switching Current
    @ Voltage
    Max. Voltage
    Actuation
    Force, lbf
    Conduit
    Trade Size
    Bulb
    Voltage
    Fasteners
    Included
    No. of
    Holes
    Hole
    Dia.
    Each
    Screw-Terminal Wire Connection
     
    With Emergency Stop Button, Power Indicator, Restart Button, Tension Indicator (IP54, NEMA 1)
    Left Side, Right Side32522 Off or 2 On
    		6DPDT
    		6 amp @ 120V AC
    2.8 amp @ 24V DC    		240V AC
    24V DC    		111/2
    		24V DCNo41/4"5746N12000000000
    Left Side, Right Side32522 Off or 2 On
    		6DPDT
    		6 amp @ 120V AC
    2.8 amp @ 24V DC    		240V AC
    24V DC    		111/2
    		120V ACNo41/4"5746N20400000000
     

    Plug-In Ceiling Lights

    Image of Product. Style C. Front orientation. Ceiling and Wall Lights. Plug-In Ceiling Lights, LED, Plug In, Style C.

    Style C

    Image of Product. Style D. Front orientation. Ceiling and Wall Lights. Plug-In Ceiling Lights, LED, Plug In, Style D.

    Style D

    No need for wiring—these lights plug into a standard wall outlet. Also known as shop lights, they suspend from your ceiling or can be surface mounted with the included hardware. Their smooth, frosted lens disperses light and reduces glare. Since the lens is polycarbonate, these lights stand up to bumps. ETL listed for use in damp locations, they also withstand humidity and moisture.
    Style C—Styles B-D can be chained together by plugging their power cord into the power outlet on the previous light. Style C are the brightest plug-in ceiling light, so they’re ideal for large areas.
    Style D—Styles B-D can be chained together by plugging their power cord into the power outlet on the previous light.
    Neutral Light—Neutral lights are often found in workspaces.
    Cool Light—Cool lights highlight white and blue tones. This is ideal for inspection areas, workshops, and other areas that require high visibility.
    Overall
    Style
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Brightness,
    lm
    Light Appearance
    (Color Temp.)
    Wattage,
    W
    Voltage
    Switch
    Type
    Housing
    Material
    Outlet
    Included
    Max. No. of Lights
    per Circuit
    Mounting Hardware
    Included
    Certification
    Each
    LED
     
    Plug In
    C47 1/4"4 1/2"2"12,000Cool (5,000 K)120120V ACPull ChainAluminumYes3YesC-ETL Listed
    ETL Listed
    UL Listed
    		1602K108000000
    D48"5 1/4"2"4,500Neutral (4,000 K)45120V ACPull ChainAluminumYes4YesC-ETL Listed
    ETL Listed
    		1602K600000
     

    Light Bulb Sockets

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Light Sockets. Light Bulb Sockets, Style B.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Light Sockets. Light Bulb Sockets, Style C.

    Style B

    Style C

    Install sockets for medium (standard household) screw-in base light bulbs. Made of porcelain, these sockets withstand high temperatures near bulbs without melting or deforming, making them suitable for enclosed fixtures. All are UL Listed.
    Styles B and C—Styles A-C mount to outlet boxes.
    Housing
    Mounting
    Holes
    Style
    Switch
    Type
    Mount
    Type
    Wire
    Connection
    Overall
    Dia.
    Voltage, V AC
    Screw-In Base Size
    Max. Wattage
    per Bulb, W
    Collar
    Dia.
    Material
    Color
    For Outlet
    Box Ht.
    Mounting Hardware
    Included
    No.
    of
    Dia.
    Certification
    Each
    For LED, CFL, Halogen, and Incandescent Lights
    BPull ChainFastenerScrew Terminal4 1/2"120, 208, 240Medium (Standard Household)2501 11/16"PorcelainWhite3 1/4", 4"Yes27/32"UL Listed, CSA Certified
    		16895K8000000
    CPull ChainFastenerScrew Terminal4 1/2"120Medium (Standard Household)2501 5/8"PorcelainWhite3 1/4", 4"Yes27/32"UL Listed, CSA Certified
    		16895K900000
     
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