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Appleton™ Contender™ 4/4X Series Control Stations and Tumbler Switches

Appleton™ Contender™ 4/4X Series factory sealed control stations and tumbler switches are for use in washdown areas and other damp, wet and highly corrosive or dusty areas where ignitable vapors, gases or highly combustible dusts are abnormally present. Push buttons and selector switches are used in conjuction with contactors or magnetic starters for remote control of motors. Pilot lights provide visual assurance that an electrical function is being performed at a remote or local hazardous location. Tumbler switches are designed to prevent acrcing of enclosed switches in ignitable atmospheres during connect and disconnect operation of lighting and small motor loads.

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Features

  • Covers are UL Classified for use with Crouse-Hinds EDS series back boxes; Factory sealed, no external seals required
  • Silicone cover gasket ensures high degree of water and dust ingress protection
  • Selector switch knob and momentary push button guard accepts 1/4" padlocks to prevent unauthorized startup or turnoff
  • Corrosion resistant captive stainless steel screws holds cover to back box
  • Epoxy powder coat finish standard on covers for enhanced corrosion resistance
  • The Labyrinth switch used in push buttons and selector switches is rated A600 (Vac) heavy pilot duty and P150 (Vdc)
  • Pilot light employs LED cluster with lifetime of 100,000 hours that can be used at either 120 Vac or 240 Vac and optional 12/24 Vdc ratings
  • 20 Amp 1-Pole, 2-Pole, and 3-Way tumbler switches available for use with 120-277 Vac and are rated 1 HP at 120 Vac and 2 HP at 240 Vac
  • Tumbler switch has lockout provision for 1/4-inch locks to prevent unathuroized startup or turn off
  • Back box furnished with internal ground screw
  • Back box has external mounting lugs for ease of mounting
  • Smooth, rounded integral bushing in each hub protects conductor insulation

Specifications

NEC and CEC Certifications and Compliances
Class I, Division 2, Groups B, C, D; Zone 2, Group IIB+H2; Class II, Division 1 and 2, Groups E, F, G; Class III; Type 3, 3R, 4, 4X, 12; IP66
Standard Materials and Finishes
Back box is malleable iron with triple-coat finish (1) zinc electroplate, (2) chromate, and (3) epoxy powder coat or copperfree (4/10 of 1% max.) aluminum with epoxy powder coat finish. Cover is copperfree aluminum with epoxy powder coat finish.
Temperature Rating
-25 °C to +40 °C (-13 °F to -104 °F)
Available Options
Aluminum back box for Type 4X rating. Green, amber, blue, and white pilot light colors with or without 12/24 Vdc rating. Spring return selector switches. Mushroom head push button guard. See catalog pages for more detailed options.

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