Mounting flush into the panel, the HP series of recessed push button switch guards from APEM Components protects against accidental actuation. The guards fit into a 22 mm round panel cut-out. Available in momentary and maintained functions, the switches are offered in 7 actuator colors. The series is rated for 100 mA at 24 VDC with an expected life of 200,000 cycles, and 2 A at 125 VAC with an expected life of 10,000 cycles per UL 1054.

APEM Components
978-372-1602, www.apem.com 

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