Description
The Eaton 256790 is a heavy-duty foot and palm emergency stop switch designed for rapid shutdown in demanding industrial environments. Its 94mm red mushroom actuator latches when pressed and releases by pulling, allowing deliberate reset after the hazard has been assessed.
Key Features
- Large 94mm mushroom actuator for hand or foot operation
- Push-to-stop, pull-to-release latching action
- One normally open and one normally closed contact
- IP69K protection for dust, water and high-pressure washdown
- Impact-resistant enclosed construction
Specifications
- Part number: 256790
- Brand: Eaton
- Contact configuration: 1NO + 1NC
- Electrical rating: 6A at 230VAC; 3A at 24VDC
- Actuator diameter: 94mm
- Ingress protection: IP69K
- Operating temperature: -25°C to +55°C
- Cable entry: M20
- Dimensions: 85 × 85 × 101mm
Applications
- Industrial machinery and conveyor systems
- Manufacturing and processing equipment
- Washdown and other demanding environments
Selection and Installation
Confirm the contact configuration and electrical ratings match the safety-control design. Installation and validation should be completed by a suitably qualified person as part of the complete emergency-stop system.


















