- Barcode / RFID / Vision
- Bulk Wire & Cable
- Cables (Terminated)
- Circuit Protection / Fuses / Disconnects
- Communications
- Drives & Soft Starters
- Enclosure Thermal Management & Lights
- Enclosures & Racks
- Field I/O
- HMI (Human Machine Interface)
- Hydraulic Components
- Motion Control
- Motor Controls
- Motors
- Pneumatic Components
- Power Products (Electrical)
- Power Transmission (Mechanical)
- Process Control & Measurement
- Programmable Controllers
- Pushbuttons / Switches / Indicators
- Relays / Timers
- Safety
- Sensors / Encoders
- Stacklights
- Structural Frames / Rails
- Tools & Test Equipment
- Valves
- Water (Potable) Components
- Wiring Solutions
- Retired Products
- Programmable Logic Controllers
- Productivity1000 PLCs
- Productivity2000 PLCs
- Productivity3000 PLCs
- ProductivityCODESYS
- LS Electric XGB Series PLCs
- ProductivityOpen
- CLICK PLCs
-
Do-more H2 PLCs or
Do-more T1H Series - Do-more BRX PLCs
- C-more Touch Panels
- AC & DC Drives
- Motion Control Components
- Servos
- StrideLinx
- Pneumatics
Configuration Utilities
- PLC Family Selector
- P1000 PLC Systems
- P2000 PLC Systems
- P3000 PLC Systems
- ProductivityCODESYS
- CLICK PLC Systems
- Do-more® BRX PLC Systems
- LS-Electric® XGB PLC Systems
- Productivity®Open Systems
- AC Motors
- Datalogic® Safety Light Curtains
- LS-Electric® Servo Systems
- Nitra® Pneumatic Grippers
- Object Detection (Sensors)
- PAL Controller Configurator
- Precision Gearbox Selector
- Protos X® Field I/O
- Quadritalia® Modular Enclosures
- Stellar® Soft Starters
- Stepper System Selector
- SureFrame T-slot Extrusion
- SureMotion® XYZ Gantry
- SureServo2® System Selector
- SureStep® Linear Actuators
- Timing Belts & Pulleys
- Werma® Stacklights
- ZIPLinks
Pilot devices are integral to most automated processes, from simple pushbuttons and indicating lights to selector switches, foot switches, and visual/audible signal devices. A wide selection of panel and surface-mount devices is available from top manufacturers.
This page will refresh momentarily.
Warning
Some of the selected facets have been selected by the {{ assistanceData.title }} Help.
Resetting/clearing ALL facets will end {{ assistanceData.title }} Help.
![Help icon]()
Selection Assistance - {{ assistanceData.title }}
Pushbuttons / Switches / Indicators
Control and signaling devices such as pushbuttons, indicator lights, selector switches and visual and/or audible signaling devices are commonly used to control and monitor conditions for all types of equipment, processes, and machinery. Also known as pilot devices, these components provide crucial control and indication, as well as help ensure a safe work area and protect equipment. A wide variety of devices is available at prices that make sense without sacrificing quality, including:
- An assortment of panel-mountable pushbuttons, switches, and indicators in metal or plastic housings and in various barrel/mounting sizes including 16mm, 22mm, and 30mm
- Pre-assembled control stations for industrial and hazardous locations
- Pushbutton enclosures
- Unmounted pendant switches
- Audible and visual signal devices in a variety of mounting styles
- Capacitive pilot devices with touch control
- Foot switches
- Legend plates, mounting flanges, contact blocks, and accessories for pilot devices
Pushbuttons and Pilot Devices OverviewFor part listing and specifications, go to Shop Now
Pushbuttons
Newest Additions!
- Comepi ECX series 22mm momentary pushbuttons with multiple colors and operator options
Pushbuttons are mechanical devices designed to activate or deactivate an electrical circuit when operated. They are available in various colors and operator options, including:
- Flush or extended operator
- Momentary or maintained action
- Round and rectangular operators available
- Non-illuminated or illuminated
- 16mm, 22mm, or 30mm mounting dimensions
- Blank face operators or with various text/legend options
- Operator-only models require specific contact blocks and mounting flanges
Emergency Stop Pushbuttons
Emergency stop pushbuttons provide for one-push emergency equipment shutdown to protect personnel and machinery when dangerous conditions arise. Mushroom heads offer a large target operator with various options, including:
- Keyed or twist-release action
- Opaque or illuminated
- 16mm, 22mm, or 30mm mounting dimensions
Mushroom Head Pushbuttons
Newest Additions!
- Comepi ECX series 22mm emergency stop pushbutton with twist-to-release 40mm mushroom head operator
Mushroom pushbuttons' oversized operators offer a large target to allow quick and sure activation with a hard-to-miss actuator. Models are available in various colors and options, including:
- Momentary, twist-to-release, or key-operated action
- Illuminated or non-illuminated
- 22mm or 30mm mounting dimensions
- Operator-only models require specific contact blocks and mounting flanges
Selector Switches
Newest Additions!
- Comepi ECX series 22mm knob and key-operated selector switches
A selector switch is a mechanical switch that can be turned left or right to open or close one or more electrical circuits. Models are available in various colors and options, including:
- Knob, lever, or keyed operator
- Up to 5 selectable positions
- Maintained or spring return action
- Illuminated or non-illuminated (depending on operator style)
- 19mm, 22mm, or 30mm mounting dimensions
- Operator-only models require specific contact blocks and mounting flanges
Start / Stop Combo Switches
Start/Stop combo pushbuttons are reliable, low-cost devices with a convenient double-headed operator ideal for two-way ON/OFF control. Models are available with a variety of options, including:
- Illuminated or non-illuminated
- With or without legend markings
- 22mm mounting dimension
Joysticks
Joystick switches are ideal when the control action may be more easily understood by the physical position of the operator. Models are available with a variety of options, including:
- two- or four-position operators
- momentary or maintained action
- 22mm or 30mm mounting dimensions
Potentiometers
Potentiometers create a variable output based on knob position. Models include 5K ohm or 10K ohm resistance circuits with a rheostat-style output and knob operator, with a 22mm mounting dimension.
Capacitive Switches
Newest Additions!
- More Captron Caneo series capacitive pushbutton switches
Capacitive pushbutton sensor switches detect when a hand or body part nears the device's surface. They feature a robust IP69K design, wear-free operation, resistance to water, oil, and harsh environments, and are available in various mounting/operator sizes.
Pendant Switches
Pushbutton pendants are ergonomically designed hand-held control switches for direct line-of-sight operation in production, material handling, changeovers, cleaning and troubleshooting applications. Rubber switch covers make these devices ideal for demanding environments.
Pneumatic Switches
ECP series pushbutton and switch operators are used with EVP series valve bodies to create manual electro-pneumatic actuators. The operators fit in a 22mm mounting hole and allow various pneumatic valve and ECX series electrical contact block configurations.
Indicating Lights
Indicator lights offer visual signals of machine or operation status. Models are available in various colors and styles, including:
- Inert or push-to-test action
- LED or incandescent bulbs
- Round and rectangular styles
- 16mm, 22mm, or 30mm mounting dimensions
Replacement lamps available for many models.
Legend Plates
Newest Additions!
- Comepi plastic rectangular and round legend plates
Aluminum, brass, or plastic legend plates are available with various markings to accommodate the most common control functions/status; blank plates for custom engraving are also available.
Pushbutton / Switch / Indicator Accessories
Newest Additions!
- Comepi contact blocks, mounting flanges, mounting magnets, and more
Accessories for pilot devices include:
- Contact blocks
- Mounting flanges
- Mounting magnets
- Replacement incandescent and LED lamps
- Specialized tools
- Replacement lenses and operators
- Gaurds for emergency stop applications
Hazardous Location Devices
Hazardous location pilot devices include control stations that contain and extinguish explosions, and prevent the igniting of external hazardous atmospheres by the enclosed arcing device. Models in a variety of pushbutton, pilot light, and switch configurations, in sealed or unsealed assemblies, meet Class I and II, Div 1 & 2 requirements. HazLoc alarm buzzers offer audible indication of equipment status.
Emergency Stop Control Stations
Newest Additions!
- Comepi SB series pre-assembled emergency stop control stations
Emergency stop control stations are plastic or IP69K stainless steel housings that enclose large mushroom head pushbuttons for emergency protection of machinery and personnel when potentially harmful conditions occur. Models with LED indicator and protection guards are available.
Start / Stop Combo Control Stations
Newest Additions!
- Comepi start/stop combo control stations
Start/stop combo control stations are reliable, low-cost solutions for simple operation of discrete control elements. These preassembled control stations include an enclosure with various configurations of up to 4 pilot devices and their operating contacts.
Pushbutton Enclosures
Newest Additions!
- Comepi polycarbonate pushbutton enclosures
Pushbutton enclosures house and protect 22mm or 30mm mount pilot devices. Carbon and stainless steel models prevent ingress of dust, water and oil; ABS, fiberglass, and polycarbonate models are suitable for harsh environments; sanitary models are ideal for applications in food/beverage industries.
Foot Switches
Foot switches are commonly used for applications where hands-free operation is required. Electric and pneumatic manual valve models are available, in a choice of operating actions and physical configurations.
Signaling Devices
Newest Additions!
- More Patlite visual and audible-visual signaling devices and accessories
Signaling devices provide audible, visual, or audible-visual alarms and status notifications for industrial and commercial processes. These devices include beacons, LED signal columns, buzzers, horns, and audible-visual beacons in various sizes, mounting styles, lighting effects, and sound patterns.
Safe &
Secure
We accept VISA, MasterCard, Discover, American Express, PayPal or company purchase orders.
Updating...