9002AW NEMA industrial foot switches are heavy duty devices to be used to control many industrial processes, while leaving the operator's hands free to perform other functions. The type or model of foot switch suitable for each application will vary depending on many factors. This foot switch has pedal and side shields. This foot switch has maintained contacts. Sometimes referred to as Push on / Push off. The single pole single throw (SPST) snap switches used for the contacts of this foot switch is rated at 10A inductive at 600 VAC. For other contact ratings, refer to the catalog. This foot switch is operated by stepping on the foot pedal to activate and push the foot pedal again to release it. Foot switch has an enclosure rating of NEMA 2, 4 and 13. The cable entry for this foot switch has a 0.75 inch NPT conduit tread. Foot switch is UL listed and CSA certified.