Craig & Derricott GWD Rope Pull Switch 285 mm, Straight Mounting, 2 NO/2 NC Contacts GWDE/RS

Craig & Derricott GWDE/RS Rope Pull Switch is engineered for industrial safety and control, featuring a 285 mm length with straight mounting orientation and 2 NO/2 NC contact configuration. The robust steel housing rated to IP65 protects internal components from dust and moisture, making it suitable for harsh environments.

This switch includes both emergency stop and reset buttons, enhancing safety protocols around conveyors, assembly lines, transfer lines, packaging machinery, and various process equipment. The GWD series is designed as a double grab wire switch system enabling the installation of two rope pull switches on a longer grab wire run with common wiring and two switch heads.

The system operates by keeping switch contacts closed to allow operation while the grab wire is properly tensioned. If the wire is pulled, slackened, or broken, the contacts open immediately to provide operator protection, requiring manual reset before resuming operations. It supports a maximum grab wire span of 100 meters on each side and features sealed M20 cable entries for secure conduit fitting.

Electrical specifications include 24V DC contact voltage, 250V AC contact voltage, and a contact current rating of 16A. The mechanical life exceeds 1,000,000 operations, ensuring durability in demanding industrial environments. This product complies with international safety standards BS EN 60947-5-1, BS EN 60947-5-5, and BS 5304. It is manufactured in the United Kingdom.

For proper installation in compliance with safety standards BS 5304, a switch unit should be installed at each end of the grab wire. Additionally, the installation is completed using connection kits that provide wire ropes and necessary fittings available from RS Components.

Designed for personnel protection near conveyors and rotating machinery. Robust steel housing with IP65 ingress protection rating. Includes emergency stop and reset buttons for enhanced safety control. Maximum 100 m grab wire span per side supports long installations.

Electrical ratings: 24V DC, 250V AC, 16A contact current. Mechanical life expectancy up to 1,000,000 operations for reliability. Complies with BS EN 60947-5-1, BS EN 60947-5-5, and BS 5304 standards. Sealed M20 cable entries provide secure conduit connections.

Double grab wire switch design allows efficient wiring and two switch heads. Manufactured in the United Kingdom ensuring quality and safety. Explore more in the Rope Pull Switch category at EnvMart for industrial automation and safety equipment.