Appleton™ AFU and AFUX Conveyor Control Switches

Brand: Appleton

Appleton™ AFU and AFUX conveyor control switches provide normal and emergency shut off for motor driven conveyors, cranes, unloaders, bulk handling systems and other machinery.

Models are available with a pull cord or with left-hand, right-hand or double-end levers. 

The AFU Series provides a NEMA 4X rated enclosure, while the AFUX Series is rated for use in Class I and Class II hazardous environments where flammable vapors or highly combustible dusts are present.
Features
  • AFU and AFUX conveyor control switches are available as pull cord type, left or right hand, single or double end
  • Ideal for use in steel mills, mining ore and coal handling operations, automotive and other assembly lines, warehouses, loading docks and other industrial processes
  • Can be used where alarm or computer interface capabilities are needed
  • Rugged torsion spring for positive actuation of flag arm
  • Stainless steel bushing may be easily reversed to increase or decrease actuation force, 6.8 or 11.3 kgs (15 or 25 lbs)
  • Maximum distance between switches should not exceed 61 meters (200 feet)
  • Two 1" conduit openings (top and bottom)

Specifications

Electric Rating

  • 15 Amp, 120, 240, 480, 600 Vac, 0.5 hp 120 Vac, 1 hp 240 Vac, 0.8 Amp 115 Vdc, 0.4 Amp 230 Vdc

Environmental Protection

  • NEMA 3, 4, 4X, 12

NEC Certifications & Compliances

  • Class II, Div. 1 & 2, Groups E, F, G
  • Class III, NEMA 7CD, 9EFG
  • Class I, Div. 1 & 2, Groups C, D

Options

  • Red Warning Light for Use in Dimly Lit Applications (Uses Top Conduit Opening)
  • Epoxy Powder-Coated Switches

Standard Materials & Finishes

  • Flag Arm: Steel with Red Epoxy Paint
  • Actuator Shaft, Retaining Ring, Clevis Loop & Torsion Springs: Stainless Steel
  • Housing: Cast Aluminum with Peened Finish

Temperature Range

  • -40° to +66° C (-40° to +151° F)

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