Anti-vandal 16mm Push Button Switch (L16 Series)
The L16 Series anti-vandal 16mm push button switch is available with ingress protection ratings of IP40 (non-water resistant) or IP67 (dust and water resistant) while having a long life expectancy. It is meant for mounting in a panel cutout of 16mm in diameter. LED illumination options include a dot or ring, with a bi-color option available. They also come with a black anodized finish option.
- Non-sealed (IP40) and sealed (IP67) options
- 16mm diameter panel cutout
- Dot and ring illumination options available
- 1 or 2 poles; maintained (latching), momentary pushbuttons
Applications
- Kiosk and ticket dispensers
- Industrial controls
- Medical equipment
- Security devices
- Audio/visual
- Electrical housewares
Functions
Order Code
Notes:
* Base voltage on LEDs: 1.8V @ 20mA for Red, Yellow and Orange LED colors / 2.8V @ 20mA for Blue, Green and White LED colors
Technical Data
| Type | L16-F | L16-F-R | L16-F-D | ||||
| Illuminated Options | Non-Illuminated | Ring Illuminated | Dot Illuminated | ||||
| Max. Panel Thickness: | 0.394″ (10.0mm) | ||||||
| Terminal | Solder lug (2.8 x 0.5) | ||||||
| Max. Switch Rating | Ith: 5A Ui: 250VAC | ||||||
| Contact Resistance | ≤50mΩ | ||||||
| Insulation Resistance | ≥1000mΩ | ||||||
| Dielectric Strengh | 2000VAC | ||||||
| Operation Temp. | -20°C ~ +55°C | ||||||
| Mechanical Life | 1,000,000cycles | ||||||
| Electrical Life | >50,000cycles | ||||||
| Contact Material | Silver Alloy | ||||||
| Torque | 5 ~ 14Nm | ||||||
| Operation Pressure | approx. 3 ~ 8N | ||||||
| Protection | IP65/ IK10 | ||||||
| Material | Actuator | Stainless Steel/ Anodized Aluminum | |||||
| Body | Stainless Steel/ Anodized Aluminum | ||||||
| Base | PA | ||||||
| Color | Type | LED (ratings @ 20mA) | |||||
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| Luminous Intensity (mcd) | 160 | 200 | 150 | 520 | 220 | 2000 | |
| Forward Volatge | 1.8~2.6 | 2.8~3.6 | |||||
| Illumination Voltage | no suffix No resistor fitted. An appropriate resistor must be series connected by the user. Voltages as above. | ||||||
| 3.3V/ 6V/ 12V/ 24V/ 36V/ 110V/ 230V | |||||||
| Life | Approx. 40, 000hours | ||||||
Descriptions
Notes:
C = Common
NO = Normally open
NC = Normally closed
Terminals (-) and (+) used with Illum. option only
Actuator Options & Panel Cutout
Illuminated Options
Dimension
FAQs
An anti-vandal 16mm push button switch is a durable and compact switch designed to resist tampering and physical abuse. It features a 16mm button size and is available in IP40 (non-sealed) and IP67 (sealed) options, with dot or ring LED illumination for clear status indication.
The L16 features IP67-rated sealing for dust and water resistance, stainless steel or anodized aluminum construction with IK10 impact protection, and an operating temperature range of -20°C to +55°C. The mechanical life rating of 1,000,000 cycles ensures long-term reliability.
With IK10 anti-vandal rating, robust stainless steel actuator, and tamper-resistant design, the L16 prevents damage from deliberate abuse. The compact 16mm panel cutout and multiple illumination options suit kiosks, ticket dispensers, and security devices.
Yes. The L16 supports both momentary and maintained (latching) operation, with 1 or 2 pole configurations available.
The L16 accommodates panel thicknesses up to 0.394 inches (10.0mm). The threaded bushing design with 5~14Nm torque rating ensures secure mounting.
Yes. Manufactured under ISO9001 and ISO14001 certified quality systems, with CE certification, RoHS and REACH compliance. Each switch undergoes 2000VAC dielectric strength testing.
Kiosk and ticket dispensing, industrial controls, medical equipment, security devices, audio/visual equipment, and electrical housewares.
The L16 operates reliably from -20°C to +55°C. Silver alloy contacts and polycarbonate lens maintain performance across this range.
Yes. Available in SPST and DPDT with 1 or 2 poles. Switch rating: Ith 5A, Ui 250VAC. LED voltages: 3.3V, 6V, 12V, 24V, 36V, 110V, 230V.
Yes. Custom actuator style (flat/raised), terminal type, LED color (Red, Yellow, Orange, Green, Blue, White) with bi-color options, anodized finishes, and laser-etched symbols available.
