Choosing an Electrical Switch
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Overhead Rope-Pull Switches
Pull the hanging rope in any direction to actuate these switches. They're rated NEMA 4 for protection against washdowns.
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Rope Lg., ft. | No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Starting Position | Switch Action | No. of Terminals | Industry Designation | Switching Current @ Voltage | Max. Voltage | Actuation Force, lbs. | Conduit Trade Size | Mounting Fasteners Included | Each | |
With Screw Terminals | ||||||||||||
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15 | 2 | 1 Off (Normally Open) and 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | 4 | DPST-1NO/1NC | 6 A @ 120 V AC, 3 A @ 240 V AC, 0.6 A @ 125 V DC | 600V AC 600V DC | 5 | 1/2 | Yes | 0000000 | 0000000 |
Cable-Pull Switches
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. Equipment will not start up again until switch is manually reset. Mount in any position.
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No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Starting Position | Switch Action | No. of Terminals | Industry Designation | Switching Current @ Voltage | Max. Voltage | Actuation Force, lbs. | Conduit Trade Size | Mounting Fasteners Included | Each | |
With Screw Terminals | |||||||||||
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1 | 1 On (Normally Closed) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 2 | SPST-NC | 6 A @ 120 V AC, 3 A @ 240 V AC; 0.6 A @ 125 V DC | 600V AC 600V DC | 2-6 | 1/2 | Yes | 0000000 | 0000000 |
Miniature Snap-Acting Switches
Smaller than standard size snap-acting switches, these fit in tight spaces. They open and close circuits quickly to minimize arcing and prevent contacts from sticking. They’re often used as door-open indicators on appliances and enclosures or as an internal component in limit, pressure, and temperature switches.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
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No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Starting Position | Switch Action | Industry Designation | Switching Current @ Voltage | Max. Voltage | Horsepower @ Switching Voltage | Operating Temp. Range, °F | Actuator Ht. | Wire Connection Type | No. of Terminals | Lg. | Ht. | Dp. | Lever Lg. | Each | |
Plunger Actuator Style | ||||||||||||||||
1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | SPDT | 10 A @ 250 V AC, 0.6 A @ 125 V DC | 125V DC 250V AC | 1/2 hp @ 250 V AC | -13° to 176° | 0.11" | Quick-Disconnect Terminals | 3 | 1.1" | 0.63" | 0.4" | __ | 0000000 | 00000 |
1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | SPDT | 10 A @ 250 V AC, 0.6 A @ 125 V DC | 125V DC 250V AC | 1/2 hp @ 250 V AC | -13° to 176° | 0.11" | Screw Terminals | 3 | 1.1" | 0.63" | 0.4" | __ | 0000000 | 0000 |
1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | SPDT | 15 A @ 250 V AC, 0.6 A @ 125 V DC | 125V DC 250V AC | 1/2 hp @ 250 V AC | -13° to 176° | 0.11" | Quick-Disconnect Terminals | 3 | 1.1" | 0.63" | 0.4" | __ | 0000000 | 0000 |
1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | SPDT | 15 A @ 250 V AC, 0.6 A @ 125 V DC | 125V DC 250V AC | 1/2 hp @ 250 V AC | -13° to 176° | 0.11" | Screw Terminals | 3 | 1.1" | 0.63" | 0.4" | __ | 0000000 | 0000 |
Lever Actuator Style | ||||||||||||||||
1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | SPDT | 10 A @ 250 V AC, 0.6 A @ 125 V DC | 125V DC 250V AC | 1/2 hp @ 250 V AC | -13° to 176° | 0.21" | Quick-Disconnect Terminals | 3 | 1.1" | 0.63" | 0.4" | 1.1" | 0000000 | 0000 |
1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | SPDT | 10 A @ 250 V AC, 0.6 A @ 125 V DC | 125V DC 250V AC | 1/2 hp @ 250 V AC | -13° to 176° | 0.21" | Screw Terminals | 3 | 1.1" | 0.63" | 0.4" | 1.1" | 0000000 | 0000 |
1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | SPDT | 15 A @ 250 V AC, 0.6 A @ 125 V DC | 125V DC 250V AC | 1/2 hp @ 250 V AC | -13° to 176° | 0.21" | Quick-Disconnect Terminals | 3 | 1.1" | 0.63" | 0.4" | 1.1" | 0000000 | 0000 |
Roller Lever Actuator Style | ||||||||||||||||
1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | SPDT | 10 A @ 250 V AC, 0.6 A @ 125 V DC | 125V DC 250V AC | 1/2 hp @ 250 V AC | -13° to 176° | 0.36" | Quick-Disconnect Terminals | 3 | 1.1" | 0.63" | 0.4" | 0.5" | 0000000 | 0000 |
1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | SPDT | 10 A @ 250 V AC, 0.6 A @ 125 V DC | 125V DC 250V AC | 1/2 hp @ 250 V AC | -13° to 176° | 0.36" | Screw Terminals | 3 | 1.1" | 0.63" | 0.4" | 0.5" | 0000000 | 0000 |
1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | SPDT | 15 A @ 250 V AC, 0.6 A @ 125 V DC | 125V DC 250V AC | 1/2 hp @ 250 V AC | -13° to 176° | 0.36" | Quick-Disconnect Terminals | 3 | 1.1" | 0.63" | 0.4" | 0.5" | 0000000 | 0000 |
1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) | Springs Back (Momentary) | SPDT | 15 A @ 250 V AC, 0.6 A @ 125 V DC | 125V DC 250V AC | 1/2 hp @ 250 V AC | -13° to 176° | 0.36" | Screw Terminals | 3 | 1.1" | 0.63" | 0.4" | 0.5" | 0000000 | 0000 |