Eaton 3-position Key Switch Head, 16mm Cutout

Eaton Stay-Put Action Key Operated Switch

Eaton's stay-put action range of key-operated switches from the RMQ16 series is designed to simplify the process of buying individual components. Available with either momentary or maintained switching in 2 or 3 positions options these key switch actuators make it easy to select the right switch type for your electrical and industrial control needs. Ideally suited for industrial applications the front elements have an enhanced IP65 protection rating making them dust tight and protected against water projection.

These key switch devices can be butted together allowing a greater number of devices to be fitted into a smaller installation area compared to 22.5 mm devices. One or two normally open (NO) or normally closed (NC) contacts, which are available separately in this range, can be fitted to each switch. The colour coded contacts 230V/4A, having low current voltage switching offer a life expectancy of three million operations while the emergency-stop buttons also offer important features such as tamper-proofing.

Features and Benefits

• Mechanical lifespan of over 1,000,000 operations
• IP65 rating, offering protection against solids, such as dust, and liquids
• Operating temperature range of -25°C to +60°C
• Single key switch units
• Available in 18 and 25mm square bezel sizes
• Standard fixing aperture of 16mm
• Supplied with 1 key
• Key removable in position 0

Uses and Applications

• Dangerous equipment such as motors that require human intervention to operate.
• Public buildings to control lighting in restrooms, corridors etc.

Eaton RMQ 16mm Range

A range of control devices with an IP65 protection rating and conforming to IEC 947-5-1. The standard fixing aperture is 16mm. Behind panel depth (including terminals) is only 49mm. The devices can be butted together allowing a greater number of devices to be fitted into a smaller area compared to 22.5mm devices. One or two normally open or normally closed contacts, which are available separately in this range, can be fitted to each switch. Colour coded contacts 230V/4A, having low current voltage switching with a life expectancy of three million operations.