Raised lens options available for Series 84 range

18 April 2007 Switches, Relays & Keypads AI & Data Analytics IoT & Automation

EAO's Series 84 range of low profile and highly aesthetic illuminated pushbuttons and indicators is now available with raised as well as flush-mount lenses. The new lens holder is raised by 2,0 mm. Suitable for applications with restricted space, Series 84 features a minimum low back panel depth of 18 mm, with the flush mount version being just 2,0 mm high at the front of the panel.

Series 84 raised lens pushbuttons are suited to applications including stop request switches, ticket vending machines and lift panels for disabled persons. Lenses are available in transparent, clear, blue, yellow, green, orange and red, as well as opaque grey and black.

EAO's Series 84 is a modular pushbutton system of lenses, actuator elements and switching elements. A double-blade, slow make switching system ensures pleasing tactile operation and guarantees reliable switching, even of extremely light loads. The system can be connected by either 300 mm ribbon cable or plug-in terminals. Constructed in either aluminium or plastic, Series 84 is designed for a standard 22,5 mm cut out and it is protected up to IP67. The range has a maximum rating of 42 V a.c./d.c., 100 mA.

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