RS PRO single pole versatile foot switch with a durable steel housing for long life and high reliability. The foot switches have a low profile that helps eliminate operator fatigue, with only a small amount of pressure required to operate.

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 that the products are great value for money and a high-quality you can rely on.

Features and Benefits:

Use for controlling industrial devices and small machines
Fitted with a momentary changeover switch
Complete with 2 metres of cable
Sealed to IP40
Single pedal foot operated switches
Durable and reliable with steel housing for long life
Operating Temperature: -5°C to +40°C


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 smaller power tools
Hospital beds
Dentist Chairs
Lamps

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.

Parameter Name	Parameter Value
Function	control
Technology	electric
Type	single pedal momentary
Applications	for medical applications for dental applications