Appleton™ EFD/EFDB and EDS Control Stations and Pilot Lights - PN EFDCB175UM1

Appleton‚Ñ¢ EFD/EFDB and EDS Control Stations - Explosionproof Control Stations

The Appleton‚Ñ¢ EFD/EFDB and EDS Series factory sealed control stations are designed to provide explosionproof and dust-ignitionproof control solutions for use in classified hazardous locations. These control stations confine arcing within the enclosure to prevent ignition of flammable vapors, gases, or combustible dusts during motor control and other equipment operations. Suitable for electrical distributors and switchgear suppliers serving chemical, petrochemical, refinery, and process industries, these products integrate push buttons, selector switches, and pilot lights to offer remote motor control, circuit selection, and visual status indication.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Appleton
• Manufacturer Part #: EFDCB175UM1
• Product Weight: 4.81 lbs
• Electrical Rating: 10 Amp, 600 Vac max heavy-duty
• Applicable Standards: UL 508, UL 698, UL 1203; cULus Listed E10449, E81751
• Classification: Class I, Division 1 and 2, Groups B, C, D; Class II, Groups E, F, G; Class III
• NEMA Ratings: 3, 7CD, 9EFG
• Materials: Malleable iron body with copperfree aluminum cover (4/10 of 1% max copper); stainless steel hardware
• Mounting: Available in 1-gang, 2-gang, tandem, and 3-device configurations with dead-end or feed-thru hubs
• Push Button Rating: 10 Amp, 600 Vac heavy duty, silver cadmium oxide contacts sealed in phenolic chamber
• Pilot Light: Factory sealed with red jewel/guard and 6 Watt, 120 Vac 6S6 lamp; LED options available

Features

• Factory sealed push buttons and selector switches eliminate the need for sealing fittings and compound at conduit entrances
• Heavy-duty push buttons and selector switches rated for 10 Amp, 600 Vac operation
• Wide variety of push button, pilot light, and selector switch combinations available
• Stainless steel push button shafts and bushings ensure long, maintenance-free operation
• Silver cadmium oxide contacts sealed and isolated for corrosion resistance and reliable operation
• Enclosed stainless steel helper springs prevent accidental push button actuation in vibration-prone environments
• Lockout type guards standard on momentary push buttons to prevent unauthorized operation
• Push button models available with dust caps for use in dusty, moist, or corrosive atmospheres
• Corrosion-resistant captive stainless steel hex head cap screws secure covers to bodies
• Pilot lights provide visual indication of electrical function at remote or local locations
• Selector switches available in 2-position or 3-position maintained contact configurations with nylon cams and sealed phenolic contact blocks
• EDS rocker arm push buttons feature separate sealing chambers with flame-tight joints and factory sealed leads
• Internal ground screws supplied in backboxes for grounding
• Available in copperfree aluminum bodies and covers with multiple hub sizes (1/2", 3/4", 1")

Downloads & Links

• Catalog: EFD/EFDB and EDS Series Factory Sealed Control Stations | Appleton
• Instruction Sheet: 501581-000, EFD/EFDB and EDS Control Stations | Appleton