Push pull emergency stop button

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General Purpose E-Stop Switches
Special Purpose E-Stop Switches
What is an emergency stop push button?
How does emergency push button work?
What is a push pull button?
Does OSHA require emergency stop buttons?

THE WORLD'S SAFEST EMERGENCY STOP SWITCHES

IDEC emergency stop switches ensure the safety of people and machinery by delivering a consistent response when the system requires an instand shutdown of machine, system or process. Designed for long life and reliability, these easily-recognizable E-stops give you one less thing to worry about!

General Purpose E-Stop Switches

	XA	XW	HW	XN1E/XN5E

	Idea for smaller machines, XA series mounts in a 16mm panel hole and has shallow depth behind the panel.	XW series features rugged construction, and mount in a 22mm panel hole. They are secured from the back of the panel, so they cannot be defeated.	HW series estops offer a wide variety of options and can accomodate up to 6 contacts. Ideal for general purpose applications in a broad range of industries.	Robust construction with shallow panel depth.
Panel Hole Size	16mm	22mm	22mm	30mm
Operator Sizes	29mm, 40mm	40mm, 60mm	29mm, 40mm, 60mm	40mm, 60mm
Number of Contacts	up to 4	up to 4	up to 6	up to 4
Terminal Connection	PCB, Solder, Solder/Tab	Screw	Screw	Screw
Operation	Push to lock; pull or turn to reset	Push to lock; pull or turn to reset	Push to lock; pull, turn, or key to reset	Push to lock; pull or turn to reset
Illuminated Option	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Lockout Option	-	-	-	-
Smooth Operator	-	-	-	-
Safebreak Technology	Yes	Yes	-	Yes
Type 4X	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Hazardous Location	-	-	-	-

Special Purpose E-Stop Switches

	X6	XW Smooth	XN4E	EU2B

	Eronomic smooth button with an elegant design ideal for applications that require cleanliness and a prevention of dust buildup. Smallest in its class.	The XW Smooth series features a large ergonomic button that resists dirt and dust buildup.	The XN4E series adds an additional layer of safety -- a lockout feature that prevents unauthorized resetting of a latched e-stop.	Designed for use in hazardous locations. Class 1 Zone 1 rating along with UL, Atex, and IECEX approvals. Ideal for applications in areas with explosive gases such as oil and gas, petrochemical, painting and many others.
Panel Hole Size	16mm	22mm	30mm	30mm
Operator Sizes	30mm, 40mm	38mm	44mm	40mm
Number of Contacts	up to 2	up to 4	up to 4	up to 3
Terminal Connection	Solder/Tab	Screw	Screw	Screw
Operation	Push to lock; pull or turn to reset	Push to lock; pull or turn to reset	Push to lock; pull or turn to reset	Push to lock; pull or turn to reset
Illuminated Option	-	Yes	Yes	-
Lockout Option	-	-	Yes	-
Smooth Operator	Yes	Yes	-	-
Safebreak Techonology	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Type 4X	Yes	Yes	-	Yes
Hazardous Location	-	-	-	Yes

What is an emergency stop push button?

An emergency stop push button switch is used as a safety measure to stop hazardous parts (loads). An Emergency Stop Switch must be highly visible in color and shape, and must be easy to operate in emergency situations.

How does emergency push button work?

How does an emergency stop button work? Emergency stop buttons are wired in series with the control circuit of machinery equipment. When pushing the mushroom head of emergenty stop button will break the circuit of machinery equipment and removes power supply from the that keeps the circuit energized.

What is a push pull button?

Push/pull button switches are designed for use where the ability to push or pull a knob to operate the switch is desired.

Does OSHA require emergency stop buttons?

OSHA and standards such as IEC 60204-1 state that an Emergency Stop must be readily accessible to the operator. This means that every operator station or any area of the machine worked on which is considered part of the normal operating procedure needs a means for an emergency stop.