Pushbuttons Frequently Asked Questions
Pushbuttons Frequently Asked Questions
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| Question: What is the current draw of the Cutler-Hammer Lamps? |
| Answer: Lamps for 22mm Cutler-Hammer Devices 24 Volt @ 14mA LED monoblock 120 Volt @ 14mA LED monoblock 24 VOLT @ 20mA incandescent W1819 120 VOLT @ 20mA incandescent W1121 6 VOLT @ 200mA incandescent ECX1900-5 130 VOLT @ 20mA incandescent ECX1904-5 24 VOLT @ 26mA LED replacement (ECX part numbers) 120 VOLT @ 5mA LED replacement (ECX part numbers) Lamps for 30mm Cutler-Hammer Devices 24 VOLT @ 50mA incandescent HT8BUBLV3 120 VOLT @ 19mA incandescent HT8BULBV7 |
| FAQ ID: 226 |
| Question: What is hole size of your pushbuttons? |
| Answer: 22.5mm for the 22mm pushbuttons and 30.5mm for the 30mm pushbuttons. |
| FAQ ID: 412 |
| Question: Do you offer knockouts for pushbuttons? |
| Answer: We have a knockout for the 22mm pushbuttons, but none at this time for the 30mm pushbuttons. |
| FAQ ID: 572 |
| Question: Do you offer a line of illuminated Emergency Stop buttons? |
| Answer: The Centsable 22mm pushbuttons have a selection of RED illuminated momentary and twist-to-release mushroom pushbuttons. |
| FAQ ID: 573 |
| Question: What is the life expectancy of the E22HL3X8 bulb? |
| Answer: Approx. 100,000 hours |
| FAQ ID: 709 |
| Question: Who makes your Centsable brand 22mm pushbuttons and switches? |
| Answer: The Centsable brand 22mm pushbutton is manufactured in Europe by one of our existing Federation partners. While we do not disclose the manufacturer, rest assured these pushbuttons, switches, and indicators are of the highest quality. |
| FAQ ID: 710 |
| Question: Are the Centsable 22mm and Cutler-Hammer E22 pushbutton products interchangeable? |
| Answer: While the individual components like contact blocks and operators are not interchangeable between brands, the customer now has the choice between the Centsable metal version or the Cutler-Hammer plastic version. Both are quality products with their own unique features. Automationdirect.com offers replacement lamps under the Cutler-Hammer name as well as the Centsable name. These parts are interchangeable. Please check individual specifications before ordering. |
| FAQ ID: 711 |
| Question: Why can I not replace the LED in the Cutler-Hammer Monoblock LED indicators? |
| Answer: The Cutler-Hammer Monoblock indicators incorporate a monolithic LED cluster soldered in place within the indicator. While these indicators are extremely bright, they are not replaceable. |
| FAQ ID: 712 |
| Question: Can I use the Centsable LED replacements in both Cutler-Hammer and Centsable incandescent indicators? |
| Answer: Yes. The LED replacements are a standard BA-9 bayonet base in 24 and 120 VAC/DC. The indicators work very well in the Cutler-Hammer incandescent indicator with the optically enhanced lens. The illumination is not quite as even in the Centsable indicators. Removing the frosted diffuser in the Centsable indicator improves the illumination. Remember that you cannot replace the LED’s in the Cutler-Hammer LED Monoblock indicators. |
| FAQ ID: 713 |
| Question: How many contact blocks can I use on the Centsable brand devices? |
| Answer: You may use up to six contact blocks per operator. While it is physically possible to add more contact blocks, it is not recommended by the manufacturer or Automationdirect.com. |
| FAQ ID: 714 |
| Question: What is the maximum wire size permissible with the Centsable contact block? |
| Answer: 14AWG |
| FAQ ID: 715 |
| Question: These switches look very similar to devices I've seen in the past. Are the Centsable switches compatible with any other brands? |
| Answer: No. Even though the Centsable devices might look like a brand you’ve used in the past, they are not compatible with these devices. |
| FAQ ID: 716 |
| Question: Q: How much current does a 24VDC LED Light draw? |
| Answer: A: 22ma @ 24vdc. |
| FAQ ID: 779 |
| Question: Q: On the E22XBG1RR is the center position is it neutral? |
| Answer: Although contacts will not work when physically mounted in the center position, the unit ships with two contact blocks, both contact blocks containing a N.O. and N.C. contact in one unit. One contact block is mounted on the left side, one on the right. The appropriate N.O. contact is closed to indicate when the selector switch is in the left or right position. The two N.C. contacts should be wired together in series. When wired in series, both of these contacts will be closed when the selector switch is in the center position and one of the two will be open when the selector switch is not in the center position. With this arrangement, there are three available contacts, of which only one set of contacts will be closed in any selector switch position, i.e. the left N.O. contact will be closed when the selector switch is in the left position, the two series-wired N.C. contacts will be closed when the selector switch is in the center position, and the right N.O. contact will be closed when the selector switch is in the right position. |
| FAQ ID: 801 |
| Question: Q: Can you add a N/C contact to the E22PB3A? |
| Answer: A: Yes you can. |
| FAQ ID: 802 |
| Question: Why do red pushbuttons come with a standard NC contact instead of NO? |
| Answer: For the majority of customers, red is strictly used for stopping. Whereas other colors such as green, blue, or black are for operation. Non-red pushbuttons are all NO as a standard. This stems from the common latching circuit requirements. You can purchase additional contacts and configure it to your needs as required. |
| FAQ ID: 850 |
| Question: Do you currently sell Maintained pushbuttons? |
| Answer: We currently sell one style of maintained pushbutton, the Centsable 22mm illuminated push-push style pushbutton. These units are latching Push-ON, Push-OFF pushbuttons. They come with one special N.O. contact. We do not offer any spares in any configuration for these special contacts. If you need more than one of the special N.O. contacts on a switch you must order multiple switches and use the contact off of each of the extra switches. |
| FAQ ID: 851 |
| Question: How can I see if my contact is still working correctly? |
| Answer: Since the contacts are opaque, one must use a multimeter and check for continuity across the contacts. |
| FAQ ID: 852 |
| Question: Im having a hard time removing the indicator lights from their sockets? |
| Answer: Push in and rotate the bulb, the spring action should release it. Another suggestion if your grip is poor, use a piece of tape and stick it to the bulb, then push and rotate. |
| FAQ ID: 867 |
| Question: What are the electrical ratings for the contacts on the HT8 30mm pushbuttons contact blocks? | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Answer: The contact ratings for the HT8 30mm pushbutton contact blocks are: UL (NEMA) rated AC A600, DC P600. Scroll down to see the table below:
NOTE 1: DC RATINGS DO NOT APPLY TO NOEM (NORMALLY OPEN EARLY MAKE) AND NCLB (NORMALLY CLOSED LATE BREAK CONTACT BLOCKS HT8C AND HT8D. NOTE 2: MAXIMUM MAKE OR BREAK VOLT-AMPERES AT 300V OR LESS. |
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| FAQ ID: 1028 |