RS PRO Light Duty Momentary Foot Switch - Polymer Case Material, DP-CO, 15 A @ 250 V ac Contact Current, 250V Contact

RS PRO light duty foot switches which are ideal for a number of applications. They have a light weight polymeric housing with non-skid base pads and the raised ribs on the cover ensure a good grip.

Foot switches are commonly used on large machinery were hand operated switches are a safety concern. This foot controller pedal is ideal for various applications.

RS PRO offers a range of footswitches and accessories to meet your requirements. The range has been RS approved meaning great value for money and high-quality you can rely on.

This range of light-duty foot pedal switches includes:
116-906 - Momentary SPDT
116-681 - Momentary DPDT
116-748 - Maintained SPST-NO

Contact rating 12 A to 16A, 125-250Vac
Rust and corrosion proof reinforced polymeric construction for arduous use
Non-skid base pad
Rated to IP20
Dark grey in colour
Adjustable strain relief clamp for various cable sizes
Flame retardant

Foot switches are commonly used in applications where hands-free control is more practical or safer. They can be found on:
Industrial machinery and smaller power tools
Hospital beds
Dentist Chairs
Lamps

FAQs

What are the different types of switching options?
Switches are components that switch a circuit on or off by making contact or breaking contact, the two most common are:
Non-latching (Momentary) – this type of foot switch makes contact when you push it but breaks contact when you release it.
Latching (Maintained) – this type of foot switch needs to be pressed once for ON and again for OFF

Why would you use a footswitch?
As these switches are operated by the person’s feet, this means that their hands are free so therefore allows the individual to multitask.

EN 60529

Adjustable strain relief clamp.