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    Key Switches

    Key switches are electromechanical switches that can only be operated with the use of a key, which then is turned to different positions to break or complete the circuit. The different positions align with different states, such as 'ON' or 'OFF', giving a clear indicator of the state of the circuit. Key switches are typically used for operations and process that may require a higher level of safety or security clearance as they cannot be accidentally switched on or off without using the appropriate key. RS supply a range of key-operated switches from a variety of brands, including APEM, C&K, Lorlin, and our own RS PRO, as well as others.

    What are key switches used for?

    Key switches are commonly found in industrial environments, such as factories and warehouses, but can be found anywhere that it is deemed an appropriate security level to use a key-operated switch. Typical applications may include:

    • Fire alarm systems
    • Data cabinets or servers
    • Fuses boxes
    • Processing or assembly lines
    • Large or heavy-duty machinery

    321 Products showing for Key Switches

    EAO
    Key Trapping
    2
    Off-On, Snap Action
    1NC + 1NO
    5 A @ 250 V ac
    IP65
    Flat
    PCB Pin
    Plastic
    Round
    High Security
    35.5 → 58mm
    90°
    -
    -
    -
    Gold
    EAO
    -
    2
    Latching
    NC/NO
    5 A
    IP65
    Standard
    Solder
    -
    Square
    -
    26.5 → 49mm
    90°
    -
    -
    -
    Silver
    EAO
    -
    2
    Latching
    NC/NO
    5 A
    IP65
    Standard
    Solder
    -
    Round
    -
    26.5 → 49mm
    90°
    -
    -
    -
    Silver
    EAO
    -
    -
    Latching
    2 NO + 2NC
    -
    IP67
    -
    Solder
    -
    Round
    -
    -
    90°
    -
    -
    -
    -
    C & K
    -
    2
    -
    SPST
    -
    -
    Flat
    Quick Connect
    Nylon 66
    Round
    Cash Registers, Copy Machines, Office And Factory
    12.7mm
    90°
    -
    -
    -
    Brass
    Eaton
    -
    2
    Latching
    -
    -
    IP66
    MS6
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    EAO
    -
    2
    Latching
    NC/NO
    5 A
    IP65
    Standard
    Solder
    -
    Round
    -
    26.5 → 49mm
    90°
    -
    -
    -
    Silver
    Schneider Electric
    -
    2
    -
    1NO+1NC
    -
    IP66
    -
    Quick Connect, Solder Tag
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    Yes
    Green Premium
    -
    EAO
    -
    2
    Momentary
    NC/NO
    5 A
    IP65
    Standard
    Solder
    -
    Round
    -
    26.5 → 49mm
    42°
    -
    -
    -
    Silver
    EAO
    Key Trapping
    2
    Latching
    (NC + NO) per element
    5 A@ 250 V ac
    IP65
    Flat
    Solder
    Plastic
    Round
    High Security
    35.5 → 58mm
    90°
    -
    -
    -
    Gold
    C & K
    -
    -
    Momentary
    DPST
    100 mA
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    C & K
    -
    2
    -
    SPST
    -
    -
    Flat
    Quick Connect
    Nylon 66
    Round
    Cash Registers, Copy Machines, Office And Factory
    12.7mm
    90°
    -
    -
    -
    Brass
    APEM
    -
    3
    Latching
    DP3T
    4 A
    -
    Common
    Solder
    Glass Filled Polyester
    Round
    Automatic Door Control, Automation Control, Communication Systems, Fire Alarm Panels, Power Distribution, Transportation
    22.29mm
    45°
    -
    -
    -
    Copper Alloy
    APEM
    Key Trapping
    3
    Momentary
    Double Pole Single Throw (DPST)
    4 A @ 28 V dc
    -
    Flat
    Wire Lead
    Zinc Alloy
    Round
    -
    -
    45°
    -
    -
    -
    -
    APEM
    -
    3
    Latching
    Double Pole Single Throw (DPST)
    4 A @ 28 V dc
    -
    Flat
    Wire Lead
    Zinc Alloy
    Round
    -
    -
    45°
    -
    -
    -
    Gold Plated Copper Alloy
    APEM
    -
    3
    Latching
    DP3T
    4 A
    -
    Common
    Solder
    Glass Filled Polyester
    Round
    Automatic Door Control, Automation Control, Communication Systems, Fire Alarm Panels, Power Distribution, Transportation
    22.29mm
    45°
    -
    -
    -
    Copper Alloy
    Idec
    -
    2
    Latching
    DPDT
    1 A
    IP40, IP65
    Common
    Tab
    Plastic
    Round
    Office And Factory
    23mm
    90°
    -
    -
    -
    Gold Plated Silver
    Lorlin
    -
    1
    -
    DPCO
    4 A @ 250 V ac
    -
    Flat
    Solder
    Zinc Alloy
    Round
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
    Silver Cadmium Oxide
    APEM
    Key Trapping
    2
    Momentary
    Double Pole Single Throw (DPST)
    4 A @ 28 V dc
    -
    Flat
    Wire Lead
    Zinc Alloy
    Round
    -
    -
    45°
    -
    -
    -
    -
    NKK Switches
    Key Trapping
    2
    On-On
    SPDT
    400 mA
    IP40
    Flat
    -
    -
    -
    -
    10.5mm
    -
    -
    -
    -
    Gold
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