February 5, 2013 - Schneider Electric announced Harmony XB7 line of 22mm monolithic push buttons, switches and pilot lights, suitable for control applications that require durable units that are also compact in size and easy to install. The Harmony XB7 range incorporates push buttons, pilot lights, illuminated pushbuttons (available in six color versions along with illuminated functions with integrated LED), selector and key switches, as well as emergency stop push buttons- all with UL, CSA and CE approvals. The monolithic body with a circular plastic bezel secures from the back, providing an increased level of protection for people and installations.
Units mount on machines or control panels with only one nut and four terminals, offering a combination of ease in wiring and IP 20 finger protection. Harmony XB7 control and signaling units have been designed for long-life durability, offering up to 70,000 hours of operation for pilot lights and 1,000,000 operations for push buttons. With an IP65 (NEMA 12) rating and very high resistance to vibrations, the units provide high performance in diverse industrial environments, such as packaging, machine processing, and building management (HVAC, electrical distribution, and lighting). A special addition to the Harmony XB7 range is the emergency stop button with a green mark on the body to allow for visual indication of the contact status.
About Schneider Electric
As a global specialist in energy management with operations in more than 100 countries, Schneider Electric offers integrated solutions across multiple market segments, including leadership positions in Utilities & Infrastructures, Industries & Machine Manufacturers, Non-residential Buildings, Data Centers & Networks and Residential. Focused on making energy safe, reliable, efficient, productive and green, the company’s 130,000 plus employees achieved sales of about $31 billion (22.4 billion euros) in 2011, through an active commitment to help individuals and organizations make the most of their energy.
