Ultra-robust footswitch for use in very harsh environments. No moving parts, switch employs pressure sensing technology to detect force applied to active surface.
Features Pressure detection. Switch detects foot pressure by sensing minute stresses in switch plate. Microprocessor controlled - Built-in intelligence enables many of the smart features described below. In addition, customer specific firmware options allow the features and behaviour to be tailored to particular requirements. Single wire communications bus - allows two switches to be connected for tandem operation, a small safety delay then required between the triggering of the switches. Diagnostic port - The single wire communications bus doubles as a diagnostics output for analysing the operation of the switch. Digital Environmental Tolerance technology - Sensor use a variable detection threshold to allow operation in varying conditions. A continuous digital self-calibration process, implemented in firmware, enables the switch to cope with rapidly changing weather conditions. Tilt switch - A built in tilt switch shuts down the switch when not in the horizontal plane. Switch may be oriented for continuous operation in the vertical plane. Robust construction. Virtually indestructible housing cast in stainless steel.
Applications Any outside or inside application - Completely enclosed and waterproof. Switching of items in hazardous environments.
Electrical Specification Operating voltage Range: 20 - 30 volts. Operating current 'switch open': 4 mA, 'switch closed': 10 mA Output switched contacts: 50 volts Max. 0.5 Amp Max.
Customised variations of standard products can be produced to meet particular requirements of individual customers. Additional cost will depend on quantities required.