EAO Emergency Stop (E-Stop) Switches
EAO Emergency Stop (E-Stop) Switches ensure the safety of operators with consistent, predictable, and controlled responses. These switches are distinguished by their vibrant red actuators, industry-compliant yellow bodies, and fool-proof design for added user protection. These durable and rugged components are suitable for harsh environments and provide immediate and reliable shutdown in critical situations through safe/positive break contacts. The E-Stop switches incorporate innovative designs like mono-block or fail-safe contacts, which enhance end-user safety by rendering the application ineffective. These switches are available with cohesive single units with built-in switch elements or with separate actuators and elements for plug-in, ribbon cable, or PCB terminal connections.
EAO E-Stop switches are compliant with ISO 13850 (EN418), EN IEC 60947-5-1, and EN IEC 60947-5-5. The switches are sealed to IP65, IP66, IP67, and IP69K for protection against oil and water and are available in a variety of sizes. Applications include machinery, transportation, lifting/moving, medical equipment, industrial X-ray machines, packaging equipment, food processing, applications, compressors, printing equipment, and warehouse automation.
Features
- Twist-, pull-, and key-release options
- 16mm to 22.5mm mounting cut-out
- IP65, IP66, IP67, or IP67K IP protections
- 2, 3, 4, or 6 contacts
- Optional illumination
- Terminal styles include PCB (with adapter), solder, plug-in, cable, screw, or push-in
- UL, CE, CCC, CSA, EN 60947-5-5, and ISO EN 13850 approved
Applications
- Machinery
- Transportation
- Lifting/moving
- Medical equipment
- Industrial X-ray machines
- Packaging equipment
- Food processing applications
- Compressors
- Printing equipment
- Warehouse automation
- Semiconductor and electronics production
- Cooling and ventilation
- Process control
E-Stop Overview
Videos
Additional Resources
- White Paper: Benefits of Gold-Plated vs. Silver Contacts
- Catalog: Emergency Stop and Stop Switches
- Catalog: Series 84 E-Stops and Stop Switches
- Case Study: Heavy-Duty Remote Wireless Controls
- Case Study: HMI System for Surface Generators
- Emergency Stop Configurator
- Brochure: Rugged Heavy Duty and Special Vehicles
- Brochure: HMI Systems
- Brochure: EAO Machinery
- Magazine: Machinery
- Magazine: Heavy Duty and Special Vehicles
- eBook: Production Capabilities North America
- RoHS Compliancy
Technical Articles
- EAO ID and UX Design
- Human Machine Interface Systems for Cockpits in Rail Applications
- Design Considerations for Effective Human Machine Interface Systems
- Designing the Human Machine Interface
- Emergency Stop Switches: Use, Properties and Selection
- Environmental Protection of HMI Components
- HMI System Design
- Safe, Reliable, and Ergonomic HMI Design
- Key Components Enhance the Human Machine Interface
Featured Products
EAO Series 61 Emergency Stop Switches
Provides a high degree of protection against dirt and dust ingress.
EAO Series 84 Modular Pushbutton Range
Attractive flush mounting, IP67 sealing, and innovative illumination options add a modern touch.
EAO Smart Boxes
Customizable "snap-on, plug-and-play" solution for operator devices in industrial environments.
Related Switches
EAO Sealed Switches
Combines precise designs with high-grade materials for optimal performance in advanced HMI systems.