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RS PRO Light Duty Foot Switch

RS PRO general purpose light duty foot switch with SPDT (Single Pole Double Throw) Contacts. Foot switches are commonly used on large machinery were hand operated switches are a safety concern. This foot controller pedal is black and grey in colour and 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 includes:
316-901 - Momentary and non-latching
316-939 - Latching and maintained

Features and Benefits:

Single pedal foot operated switches
Durable and reliable with steel housing for long life
Latching and non-latching versions available
Rated 250Vac/30Vdc at 3 A
Incorporates non-slip base pad and footpad
Comes with 2m cable

Typical Applications

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

Approvals

EN 61058-2-1; EN 61058; EN 60601-1; EN 60950

RS Pro Datasheet