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Appleton™ AFU and AFUX Conveyor Control Switches
Brand: AppletonAppleton™ 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
Brand
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)
