Switches, grips and joysticks:
Pushbutton switches

IA series

  • Sealed Pushbutton Switches

Actuator consists of a polyurethane membrane which depresses when the switch is actuated. Features include an IP67 front of panel seal, a low profile ‘soft feel’ actuator, 16mm dia bushing and wire leads. IA pushbutton switches offer protection from dust, sand, water and other contaminants. Electrical life: 1 million cycles.

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APEM IA series

LP3 Illuminated sealed, momentary action

  • Watertight to IP68S; M8805 Design 3
  • Moisture proof & dust tight to IP64 & M8805 Design 2.
  • LED lighted with the ability to accommodate 2, 6, 12 & 24 VDC power and include reverse voltage protection
  • Tall & domed styled buttons in translucent white, red and amber permitting sublimated and pad printed legends
  • Less than 25 milliohms contact resistance
  • Quick disconnect terminals
  • 15/32" & 5/8" thread, press-fit and domed case styles available
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LP3 Illuminated sealed momentary action

IF series

  • Environmentally Sealed Momentary Pushbutton Switches

Snap-in or threaded bushing mount in a variety of actuator colors. Sealed to IP67 or IP54 and frost resistant. Suitable pushbutton for outdoor applications.

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APEM IF series

LP3 V Illuminated, vandal resistant, momentary action

  • Security (aluminum) case and button
  • Vandal Proof (stainless steel) case and button
  • Ring illuminated
  • Watertight to IP68S
  • RoHS & WEEE compliant
  • Less than 25 milliohms contact resistance
  • High and low profile button option
  • Variety of LED colors
  • Drop in replacement to the P8-V series
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LP3 V Illuminated vandal resistant momentary action

IB & IS series

  • Sealed Momentary Pushbutton Switches

Normally open contacts with snap-in or threaded bushing mount. Tactile feedback, sealed to IP67 and compact size. A variety of actuator colors available.

Download APEM IB series technical spec datasheet
APEM IB series

LP5 Illuminated, alternate action

  • Watertight to IP68S; M8805 Design 3
  • Moistureproof & dusttight to IP64 & M8805 Design 2
  • LED lighted with the ability to accommodate 2, 6, 12 & 24 VDC power and include reverse voltage protection
  • Tall & domed styled buttons in translucent white, red and amber permitting sublimated and pad printed legends
  • Less than 25 milliohms contact resistance
  • Quick disconnect terminals
  • 15/32" & 5/8" thread, press-fit and domed case styles available
Download LP5 Illuminated alternate action technical spec datasheet
LP5 Illuminated alternate action

IP series

  • Pushbutton Switches for Harsh Environments-IP

Illuminated or non-illuminated momentary action pushbuttons for harsh environments, sealed to IP67 and IP69K (non-illuminated models). Round or square actuator, available in many different colours. Numerous terminal options, gold plated silver contacts

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APEM IP series

LP5 Illuminated, vandal resistant, alternate action

  • Security (aluminum) case & button
  • Vandal Proof (stainless steel) case and button
  • Ring illuminated
  • Watertight to IP68S
  • RoHS compliant
  • Less than 25 milliohms contact resistance
  • High and low profile button option
  • Variety of LED colors
  • Drop in replacement to the P5-V series
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LP5 Illuminated vandal resistant alternate action

IZ series

  • Rear mounted sealed pushbutton switch-IZ

The IZ series is a rear mounted pushbutton, available with a polyamide or a metal case. This product has been designed to reduce the assembly cost in 2 application types : wave soldering and when using a connector. The IZ series allows flush panel mounting and makes dismounting easier

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APEM IZ (plastic bush) series

LP9 Illuminated sealed momentary action

  • Watertight to IP68S
  • LED lighted with the ability to accommodate 2 or 12VDC
  • LED available in five colors
  • Flush & raised button style
  • Matte & glossy button finish
  • Positive tactile feedback contact transfer
  • Withstands extreme shock & vibration
  • Short behind panel depth
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LP9 Illuminated sealed momentary action

13000 series

  • Professional Quick-Break Momentary Pushbutton Switches

High reliability single pole and double pole momentary pushbuttons for panel and pc mount. Available with silver, gold plated or gold plated contacts. UL and CECC approved. Designed to European Mil specs. Numerous options available.

Download APEM 13000 series technical spec datasheet
APEM 13000 series

P1 Sealed MIL grade MIL-PRF-8805/3 momentary action push/pull

  • Button sealed with patented "rolling sleeve" principle
  • Contact area sealed at button & terminals
  • Less than 25 milliohms contact resistance
  • Ideal for low level switching as well as up to 10 amp duty
  • Positive tactile feedback
  • Variety of mounting styles
  • Engraved buttons & bezels available
  • UL recognized
  • Watertight to IP68S
  • MIL-PRF-8805 Design 2 seal available
  • RoHS & WEEE compliant
Download P1 Sealed MIL grade MIL-PRF-8805/3 momentary action push/pull technical spec datasheet
P1 Sealed MIL grade MIL-PRF-8805/3 momentary action push/pull

AV series

  • Anti-Vandal & Security Pushbutton Switches

A very extensive range of durable, high impact resistant and cosmetically attractive pushbutton switches. Anti-jamming construction, fire resistant models, custom markings, IP panel sealing and stainless steel actuators are some of the many features available. Bushings are 16,19, or 22mm and actuators can be round, flat, flush or large mushroom Head. ratings are up to 5 amps and UL CSA can be specified on some models.

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APEM AV series (IP rating data)

P3 Sealed, momentary action or push/pull

  • Button sealed with patented “rolling sleeve” principle
  • Contact area sealed at button and terminals
  • Less than 25 milliohms contact resistance
  • Ideal for low level switching as well as 20 amp duty
  • Positive tactile feedback
  • Variety of mounting styles
  • Engraved buttons and bezels available
  • UL recognized
  • 1 million mechanical cycle life
  • Dusttight to IP64 or Watertight to IP68S available
  • RoHS & WEEE compliant
Download P3 Sealed momentary action or push/pull technical spec datasheet
P3 Sealed momentary action or push/pull

AV NO/NC series

  • NEW!
  • AV Metal Momentary NO/NC Pushbutton now available with Illuminated Ring

Extends the rugged AV Series Pushbutton Switches to include a new, easy-to-locate, illuminated version. This new momentary pushbutton is designed for demanding environments where reliability is crucial.

Download APEM AV NO/NC series technical spec datasheet
APEM AV NO/NC series

P3-D Dome style, sealed, momentary action

  • Attractive dome style button
  • Two contoured button styles
  • Double break momentary action
  • Withstands extreme shock & vibration
  • Positive tactile feedback
  • Solder and screw terminal styles
  • Moistureproof and dusttight to IP64
  • Watertight to IP68S available
  • RoHS & WEEE compliant
Download P3-D Dome style sealed momentary action technical spec datasheet
P3-D Dome style sealed momentary action

LPI series

  • LPI Series ø35mm Push Button Switch

Because of its large actuator, this product is suited to all indoor applications where the pushbutton needs to be located quickly (access control, call information, museums, exhibitions). This product is also ideal for applications where the end-user uses gloves. it also meets the requirements of EN81-70 and is ideal for use in all types of indoor lifts.

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APEM LPI series

P4 Momentary action, two step, custom pushbutton

  • Sealed & unsealed
  • RFI shielding option
  • Moisture-proof panel seal available
  • Variety of case styles and button colors
  • Momentary and two-step switching action available
Download P4 Momentary action two step custom pushbutton technical spec datasheet
P4 Momentary action two step custom pushbutton

PBA series

  • Piezo Switches
  • IP69K ATEX Approved*

Range of Piezo switches, with many new models. New options include a new ø19mm bushing has been introduced between the existing ø16mm and ø22mm. New shapes, especially with reduced above panel height and 45° chamfer are also available.

2 new electrical functions have been developed : Normally Closed output and a Normally Open prolonged momentary version. The second one requires only 2 wires and can replace a mechanical switch with all the advantages of the APEM Piezo technology.

ATEX *dependant on model

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APEM PBA series

P5 Sealed Mil grade, alternate action

  • Button sealed with patented “rolling sleeve” principle
  • Contact area sealed at case and terminals
  • Moisture proof and dust tight to IP64 & M8805 Design 2 or Watertight to IP69S
  • Less than 25 milliohms contact resistance
  • Handles low level to 10 amps
  • Variety of mounting styles
  • Engraved buttons available
  • Choice of 9 button and 3 bezel colors
  • Panel appearance matches most other OTTO momentary pushbutton switches
  • Unsealed construction also available
Download P5 Sealed Mil grade alternate action technical spec datasheet
P5 Sealed Mil grade alternate action

P5-D Domed style, sealed Mil grade, alternate action

  • Two contoured button styles
  • Button sealed with patented "rolling sleeve" principle
  • Contact area sealed at case and terminals
  • Less than 25 milliohms contact resistance
  • Handles low level to 10 amperes
  • Choice of 9 button colors
  • Moisture proof and dust tight to IP64 & M8805 Design 2 or watertight to IP68S
  • Unsealed construction also available
Download P5-D Domed style sealed Mil grade alternate action technical spec datasheet
P5-D Domed style sealed Mil grade alternate action

P5 Vandal resistant, sealed, alternate action

  • Security (aluminum) case and button
  • Vandal resistant (stainless steel) case and button
  • Button sealed with patented “rolling sleeve” design
  • Contact area sealed at case and terminals
  • Watertight per IP68S or dust tight & moisture proof to IP64
  • Less than 25 milliohms contact resistance
  • Handles low level up to 10 amperes
  • 1million mechanical cycle life
  • RoHS & WEEE compliant
Download P5 Vandal resistant sealed alternate action technical spec datasheet
P5 Vandal resistant sealed alternate action

P7 Subminiature, sealed, Mil grade, Mil-PRF-8805/110, momentary action

  • Low level switching capability
  • Less than 25 milliohms contact resistance
  • High contact pressure
  • Six circuit variations
  • Positive tactile feedback
  • Variety of mounting styles
  • Qualified to MIL-PRF-8805/110
  • Moisture proof & dust tight to IP64 & MIL-PRF-8805 Design 2 or watertight to IP68S & MIL-PRF-8805 Design 3
Download P7 Subminiature sealed Mil grade Mil-PRF-8805/110 momentary action technical spec datasheet
P7 Subminiature sealed Mil grade Mil-PRF-8805/110 momentary action

P7-D Dome style, sealed, subminiature, momentary action

  • Attractive dome style buttons
  • Low level switching capability
  • Less than 25 milliohms contact resistance
  • High contact pressure
  • Six circuit variations
  • Positive tactile feedback
  • Variety of mounting styles
  • Constructed in accordance with MIL-PRF-8805/110 (no QPL)
  • UL recognized
  • Dusttight to IP64 & MIL-PRF-8805 Design 2 or watertight to IP68S
Download P7-D  Dome style sealed subminiature momentary action technical spec datasheet
P7-D  Dome style sealed subminiature momentary action

P8 Sealed, subminiature, momentary action or push/pull

  • Shorter behind panel depth than OTTO’s P1/P3
  • Patented “rolling sleeve” button seal
  • Contact area sealed at button & terminals
  • Positive tactile feedback
  • Less than 25 milliohms contact resistance
  • Variety of mounting styles
  • Variety of button lengths & shapes
  • Engraved buttons & bezels available
  • Mechanical life 1 million cycles
  • UL recognized
  • Sealed to IP64 or IP68S
Download P8  Sealed subminiature momentary action or push/pull technical spec datasheet
P8  Sealed subminiature momentary action or push/pull

P8 Vandal resistant, sealed, momentary action

  • Stainless steel vandal resistant case & button
  • Aluminum security level case & button
  • Watertight to IP68S or moisture proof & dust tight to IP64
  • Positive tactile feedback
  • Less than 25 milliohms contact resistance
  • Variety of case and button styles available
  • Mechanical life 1 million cycles
  • UL recognized
  • UL1500 ignition protected
Download P8  Vandal resistant sealed momentary action technical spec datasheet
P8  Vandal resistant sealed momentary action

P9 Low cost, dome style, sealed, momentary action

  • Attractive dome style button
  • Two button heights
  • Double break or shorting bar, momentary action
  • All plastic housing & button construction
  • Threaded body or snap-in panel mounting
  • Withstands extreme shock & vibration
  • Positive tactile feedback contact transfer on snap-action models
  • Solder, PC Pin & 0.110 Quick Connect terminal styles
  • Moisture proof & dust tight to IP64 or watertight to IP68S
Download P9  Low cost dome style sealed momentary action technical spec datasheet
P9  Low cost dome style sealed momentary action

HP7 Hall effect, push button

  • 10 million cycles
  • Hall Effect sensor technology for long life
  • Moisture proof & dust tight to IP64 or watertight to IP68S
  • Stylish dome-shaped buttons in nine colors
  • Momentary action
  • Choice of termination styles
  • Mechanical detent available for tactile feedback
  • RoHS &WEEE compliant
Download HP7  Hall effect push button technical spec datasheet
HP7  Hall effect push button

HPL Hall effect linear output pushbutton

  • Programmable outputs of 0.5 to 4.5 volts
  • 10 million cycles
  • Hall Effect technology for reliable contact less switching
  • Watertight per IP68S available
  • Front or behind panel mounting options
  • Choice of termination styles
  • Rocker version available
Download HPL  Hall effect linear output pushbutton technical spec datasheet
HPL  Hall effect linear output pushbutton

PE Momentary action, military grade Mil-PRF-8805/96

  • MIL-PRF-8805/96 approved
  • Momentary snap-action
  • Dusttight per MIL-PRF-8805 Design 2 or Unsealed per MIL-PRF-8805 Design 1
  • Compact, space saving design
  • Black or red button color option
  • Clear or black case color option
  • RoHS & WEEE compliant
Download PE  Momentary action military grade Mil-PRF-8805/96 technical spec datasheet
PE  Momentary action military grade Mil-PRF-8805/96

PE2 Splashproof, momentary action, military grade Mil-PRF-8805/99

  • MIL-PRF-8805/99 approved
  • Momentary snap action
  • Black, white or red button colors available
  • Splashproof
  • RoHS & WEEE compliant
Download PE2  Splashproof momentary action military grade Mil-PRF-8805/99 technical spec datasheet
PE2  Splashproof momentary action military grade Mil-PRF-8805/99

Shrouds

  • Guards against inadvertent actuation
  • Aluminum alloy, machined to specification
  • Variety of colors available
  • Custom design and fabrication available
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Shrouds

Flipguards

  • Maintained or momentary action for pushbutton switches with a 15/32 threaded bushing
  • Spring loaded cover
  • Easily installed from the front panel
  • Optional D-flat or mounting tabs option to prevent any rotation during assembly
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Flipguards

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