This XPE orange, metal, single foot switch is an ideal solution for providing start and stop instructions for many types of industrial machines, running in various operating modes like normal (pulsed) start, inching, hold to run. It is designed such that the operating pedal is close to the ground and at a comfortable angle. Its protective cover makes it ideal for issuing a safety start instruction for potentially dangerous machines, avoiding the risk of accidental operation, either by human action or by falling objects. It incorporates snap action contacts with positive opening operation. It is impact resistant, dust resistant, water resistant and vibration resistant thanks to its IP66. It features a trigger mechanism which enables locking of the pedal in the rest (released) position.