Ashcroft 601017A02B160 Pressure Switch Normally Open

Ashcroft 601017A02B160 Pressure Switch, Normally Open, is an industrial sensing device that provides a clean on/off electrical signal when process pressure reaches its 160 psi rating. Manufactured by Ashcroft, the model 601017A02B160 uses a normally open contact arrangement, closing the circuit as pressure climbs to the setpoint and opening again when pressure falls below. This makes it suitable for sequencing pumps, triggering alarms, or interlocking safety shutoffs in hydraulic and pneumatic systems. The 160 psi rating specifies the switching threshold, helping engineers size control schemes and select compatible controllers or relays. Because it is a dedicated Ashcroft part, it is designed for reliable operation in process environments where accurate pressure monitoring is required, and its compact form supports integration into panels or inline installations. Applications include monitoring hydraulic lines, compressed air systems, or fluid power circuits where a discrete electrical signal is needed to indicate high-pressure conditions or to initiate automated responses.