Agricultural Machinery Control Switch

Product Overview

Built to withstand harsh outdoor environments—including extreme temperatures, dust, and moisture—it ensures reliable operation in the demanding conditions of farming and agriculture.

Product Features

Weather Resistance: Has an IP65 rating, protecting against dust ingress (fully sealed against dust) and low-pressure water jets (from any direction), suitable for outdoor agricultural use where exposure to rain and mud is common.

Multi-Function Control: Can handle up to 5 different functions, including power, speed, and directional controls, depending on the machinery. The switch levers are color-coded (red for emergency stop, green for start) for intuitive operation.

High Temperature Tolerance: Operates reliably in temperatures ranging from -40°C to 85°C, adapting to extreme weather conditions in both cold and hot climates, with no performance degradation in temperature fluctuations.

Robust Construction: Made of impact-resistant polyamide (PA) plastic (resistant to UV radiation) and brass contacts with gold plating, able to withstand vibrations up to 10G (frequency 10-2000Hz) and shocks up to 50G (half-sine wave, 11ms duration), meeting the demands of off-road agricultural machinery.

Applications

Ideal for use in tractors, combine harvesters, plows, irrigation systems, and other agricultural machinery that requires durable and reliable control switches. Suitable for field operations, crop harvesting, livestock farming, and irrigation management, where equipment downtime can impact productivity.

FAQ

Q: Can it be used in saltwater environments, such as near coastal farms?

A: The corrosion resistance (copper contacts with gold plating) is suitable for general agricultural use but may require additional protection (e.g., anti-corrosion spray) in highly salt-laden air to extend service life.

Q: What is the electrical rating of the switch?

A: It is rated for 12V DC / 24V DC, 10A, compatible with most agricultural machinery electrical systems, which typically use 12V (smaller equipment) or 24V (larger tractors/harvesters).

Q: How to clean the switch?

A: Use a dry cloth or compressed air (2-3 bar pressure) to remove dust; avoid using water or cleaning chemicals directly on the switch, as this may compromise the IP65 seal over time.

Q: Is there an emergency stop function?

A: Some models include a dedicated emergency stop lever (red, mushroom-shaped) that cuts power to all functions when pressed, meeting safety standards (ISO 13850) for agricultural machinery