Industrial Push Buttons
The essential components of industrial control systems are the industrial push button switches. These critical devices provide the reliable and intuitive interfaces necessary for the direct operation of not only machinery but also many processes as well. The long-lasting performance of this type of switch is no accident; they are purposely designed and constructed for very demanding environments and to endure heavy use. Their varied forms and configurations make them suitable for a broad range of operations and applications. Indeed, if you have a piece of equipment that requires direct human control, there's a good chance that an industrial push button switch is part of the actuation system.
Often featuring modular designs and contact blocks, these push buttons are a flexible solution for configuring control panels. Indicator lights can be integrated with the switches to provide even more visibility and control. Using these components, panel builders can more easily create operator controls that look good and work well in the manufacturing environment. Even among push buttons, there exist significant design differences among products and manufacturers that affect operator friendliness and safety.
ABB Push Buttons
Benshaw Push Buttons
Eaton Push Buttons
IDEC Push Buttons
Killark Push Buttons
Lovato Push Buttons
Schneider Electric Push Buttons
More Information about Industrial Push Buttons
Push buttons used for industrial purposes are specifically designed to function in harsh environments, such as extreme vibration, dust, and moisture, and they are proofed against temperature extremes, making them useful for a variety of industrial applications. These devices come in an array of materials, such as plastic and metal, to match particular environmental requirements and aesthetic preferences. The durability, ease of integration, and sheer functionality of push buttons used in industrial automation make them a modern, must-have device. Other pilot devices used in industrial automation include industrial switches, selector switches, signaling devices, pilot lights and non-illuminated pushbuttons.
FAQs
Do emergency stop pushbuttons, or e-stops, come in mushroom head designs for maximum flexibility?
Yes, emergency stop pushbuttons, or e-stops, are available in mushroom head designs to provide maximum flexibility and enhanced usability in industrial applications.
Maintaining NEMA 4 Rating When Making Enclosure Penetrations
Cutouts are very common when modifying enclosures for push buttons, indication lights, conduit entries or mounting hardware. Cutting into an enclosure runs the risk of eliminating the protective nature of the NEMA rated attributes. Proper steps must be followed in order to preserve the NEMA rating of an enclosure.
Devices mounted to the enclosure must have the same NEMA rating as the enclosure.
This means that if the devices are installed to the manufacturer's specifications, they will be able to maintain the NEMA rating of the enclosure.
Water tight conduit hubs must be used when running wire through a cutout in an enclosure.
There are many different types of conduit hubs that are used to secure conduit to an enclosure. However, only certain conduit hubs are rated for a watertight seal. By using water tight hubs, the NEMA rating of the enclosure is maintained.
Bonded washers are necessary when mounting hardware to an enclosure.
If standard mounting hardware is used, the NEMA rating of the enclosure will no longer be maintained. Bonded washers have rubber gaskets that make a watertight seal around the drilled hole. It is also important to make sure the material used for the bonded washer matches the material of the enclosure. Stainless steel enclosures require stainless steel bonded washers.