Weidmüller Control devices for switches and sockets

weidmuller control devices overview and range structure

This category covers the front-of-panel hardware operators use every day: push buttons, selector switches, pilot lights, buzzers, and safety e-stops with the matching contact blocks, holders, bezels and legend plates. Weidmüller structures the range by mounting (Ø22 panel cutout), head style (flat, extended, mushroom), contact type (snap-action NO/NC, late-break/early-make), and environmental class (IP65–IP69K). Typical buyers are panel shops, OEM machine builders and site MRO teams who want consistent mechanics, fast wiring and spares that stay available over product lifecycles.

weidmuller push button switches series, heads and contacts

Heads come in momentary and maintained actions with clear, red, green, yellow, blue and white lenses; flush or protruding versions help operators distinguish functions by touch. Contacts are modular—add 1–4 NO/NC blocks per position, choose gold-flashed tips for low-level PLC inputs, and pick late-break NC for safety interlocks. Quick-fit holders and bayonet couplings cut install time; push-in contact blocks speed wiring on dense doors. Most distributors stock common heads in singles and contact blocks in 10-packs so line-side bins stay topped up.

weidmuller selector switches functions and operators

Two- or three-position selectors (stay-put or spring return) cover hand/0/auto, forward/reverse and maintenance modes. Knob, short-lever and key-operated actuators share the same mounting set, so you can swap operator style without changing the hole or legend plate. Electrical options mirror push buttons: stackable NO/NC, keyed codes for controlled access, and mechanical interlocks for mutually exclusive functions. Black/grey industrial finishes resist grime; illuminated versions help at dim HMIs.

weidmuller emergency stop buttons safety choices

Mushroom heads in 30–40 mm, twist or key release, with positive-opening NC contacts for Category circuits. IP65–IP69K bodies handle washdown; bright yellow collars and red heads meet plant conventions. Latching status is visible; optional monitoring contacts report an actuated E-stop to the PLC. For doors, add rope-pull or palm versions to fit the station ergonomics. Keep two spare heads per line—after one trip or inspection, you can restore the station without unpacking the whole cabinet.

Weidmüller indicators, buzzers and legends

Pilot lights (single or dual-color) and acoustic buzzers share the Ø22 hardware, with LED modules in 24 V DC and mains options. Legend plates, label carriers and clip-in windows keep operator text consistent; pre-printed “START/STOP/RESET/EMERGENCY” sets are common fast-movers.

Weidmüller accessories and mounting kits

Back-of-door brackets, anti-rotation rings, sealing gaskets and spacer rings address odd door thicknesses. Contact blocks arrive coded to prevent mis-stack; color collars and sleeves let maintenance read function from a distance. Packaged in small bags (5s/10s) so procurement can kit by station.

Applications and compatibility

These operators live on conveyors, mixers, presses, HVAC rooftops, lifts and test benches—anywhere an operator interacts with control logic. They pair with Weidmüller push-in terminals, 24 V power supplies, relays and safety relays on the same bill. Most projects specify stations for weidmuller control panels early; matching heads and legend plates across lines keeps training simple and spares lean.

Integration with other Weidmüller products

Same Ø22 cutout as door interlocks, meters and lamp stacks; same PE bonding scheme via nearby earth terminals. Contact blocks mirror the clamp style of the brand’s terminals, which speeds assembly. For cabinet entries, use EMC cable glands so shielded button cables maintain continuity into I/O. Where HMI screens sit above the station, standardize fonts and ID codes to match terminal markers—operators learn once.

Selection criteria for B2B clients

• Environment & IP. IP65 for indoor bays; IP67–IP69K near washdown or dust. Choose stainless bezels in corrosive areas.
• Action & feel. Momentary for commands; maintained where state must persist. Pick head size so gloved hands don’t mis-press.
• Contacts & load. Gold-flash for PLC level; standard for relays; select late-break NC for safety circuits.
• Access control. Keyed selectors on modes that affect safety or recipe; color collars to enforce plant standards.
• Wiring speed. Push-in blocks reduce build time; pre-assembled operator + holder kits cut picking errors.
• Kit completeness. Add gaskets, legend plates, spare contact blocks and retainers to every station line.

Advantages of working with Bankoflamps

You get individual B2B pricing and custom offers, a personal account manager and real-time stock visibility across EU warehouses. Quotes turn around fast (≈1 hour). Ordering by EAN/MPN is straightforward with downloadable, always-current price lists. We provide lead-time tracking, order status updates and purchase-history analytics, plus post-payment up to 30 days for trusted clients. Consolidated shipment management reduces delivery costs with price validity windows. We actively serve France, the Baltics, Germany, Spain, Italy, Belgium and the Netherlands.