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Cut-to-Length Low-Profile Strip Switches

Customize the length of these switches by cutting them from a 50-foot roll. They're narrow and thin, so they can be hidden under carpeting or installed anywhere space is limited. Actuate them anywhere along the length of the switch. A complete system includes a strip switch and a termination kit (sold separately).

Optional mounting channels secure switches to a flat surface.

Use surface fillers for vinyl fabric (not included) to seal ends.

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

Switches with Wire Leads

Switch

								Wire Leads
Lg., ft.	Wd.	Thick.	No. of Circuits Controlled	Switch Starting Position	Switch Action	Industry Designation	Switching Current @ Voltage	No. of	Ga.	Actuation Force, lbs.		Each
Gray
50	3/4"	3/16"	1	1 Off (Normally Open)	Springs Back (Momentary)	SPST-NO	1 A @ 24 V AC/24 V DC	2	18	3.7	000000	000000000
Yellow
50	3/4"	3/16"	1	1 Off (Normally Open)	Springs Back (Momentary)	SPST-NO	1 A @ 24 V AC/24 V DC	2	18	1.5	000000	00000000

6-ft. Optional Mounting Channel	000000	Each	000000
Surface Fillers for Vinyl Fabric	0000000	Each	0000
3-ft. Optional Mounting Channel	000000	Each	00000

Termination Kits

Termination Kit

Wire Leads				Gray		Yellow
No. of	Lg.	Ga.	Includes		Each		Each
2	18"	18	Dead End Connector, Live End Connector	000000	000000	000000	000000

Low-Profile Strip Switches

These narrow switches are also thin enough to be hidden under carpeting or installed anywhere space is limited. Actuate them anywhere along the length of the switch.

Optional mounting channels secure switches to a flat surface.

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

									Wire Leads
Lg., ft.	Wd.	Thick.	No. of Circuits Controlled	Switch Starting Position	Switch Action	Industry Designation	Switching Current @ Voltage	Max. Voltage	No. of	Lg.	Ga.	Actuation Force, lbs.		Each
Gray
With Wire Leads
3	3/4"	3/16"	1	1 Off (Normally Open)	Springs Back (Momentary)	SPST-NO	1 A @ 24 V AC/24 V DC	32V AC 32V DC	2	18"	18	3.7	0000000	000000
6	3/4"	3/16"	1	1 Off (Normally Open)	Springs Back (Momentary)	SPST-NO	1 A @ 24 V AC/24 V DC	32V AC 32V DC	2	18"	18	3.7	0000000	000000
Yellow
With Wire Leads
3	3/4"	3/16"	1	1 Off (Normally Open)	Springs Back (Momentary)	SPST-NO	1 A @ 24 V AC/24 V DC	32V AC 32V DC	2	18"	18	1.5	0000000	00000
6	3/4"	3/16"	1	1 Off (Normally Open)	Springs Back (Momentary)	SPST-NO	1 A @ 24 V AC/24 V DC	32V AC 32V DC	2	18"	18	1.5	0000000	000000

6-ft. Optional Mounting Channel	000000	Each	000000
3-ft. Optional Mounting Channel	000000	Each	00000

Strip Switches

Step or press anywhere along the switch to control doors, lights, or alarms. These switches are often placed across driveways and walkways to detect foot and vehicle traffic. Rated IP67, they can be temporarily submerged in puddles without the water harming their internal parts. These switches are bright yellow, so they can easily be spotted from far away. Made from PVC, they are flexible enough to conform to irregular and uneven surfaces.

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

											Wire Leads
Lg., ft.	Wd.	Thick.	No. of Circuits Controlled	Switch Starting Position	Switch Action	Industry Designation	Switching Current @ Voltage	Max. Voltage	Actuation Force, lbs.	Color	No. of	Lg., ft.	Ga.	Material	Environmental Rating		Each
With Wire Leads
3	4"	5/8"	1	1 Off (Normally Open)	Springs Back (Momentary)	SPST-NO	1 A @ 24 V AC/24 V DC	24V AC/24V DC	20	Yellow	2	18	20	PVC Plastic	IP67	0000000	0000000
5	4"	5/8"	1	1 Off (Normally Open)	Springs Back (Momentary)	SPST-NO	1 A @ 24 V AC/24 V DC	24V AC/24V DC	20	Yellow	2	18	20	PVC Plastic	IP67	0000000	000000

Corrosion-Resistant Low-Profile Strip Switches

Made with stainless steel conductors, these switches resist corrosion in damp areas. They’re less than 1/4” thick, so they’ll fit under floor mats and in other tight spaces. Control doors, lights, and alarms by pressing or stepping anywhere along the switch to actuate it. They’re more rigid than other strip switches, so mounting channels aren’t necessary—just stick them in place with mounting tape.

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

											Wire Leads
Lg., ft.	Wd.	Thick.	No. of Circuits Controlled	Switch Starting Position	Switch Action	Industry Designation	Switching Current @ Voltage	Max. Voltage	Actuation Force, lbs.	Color	No. of	Lg.	Ga.	Material	Conductor Material		Each
With Wire Leads
3	9/16"	3/16"	1	1 Off (Normally Open)	Springs Back (Momentary)	SPST-NO	1 A @ 24 V AC/24 V DC	24V AC/24V DC	0.6	Beige	2	18"	22	PVC Plastic	Stainless Steel	0000000	0000000
6	9/16"	3/16"	1	1 Off (Normally Open)	Springs Back (Momentary)	SPST-NO	1 A @ 24 V AC/24 V DC	24V AC/24V DC	0.6	Beige	2	18"	22	PVC Plastic	Stainless Steel	0000000	000000