WESTINGHOUSE 1281-E EMG STOP PUSH BUTTON

Description:

The Westinghouse 1281-E Emergency Stop Push Button is a heavy-duty industrial emergency stop operator designed to provide immediate manual shutdown of machinery and electrical equipment during emergency conditions. Commonly installed in control panels, motor control centers, manufacturing equipment, conveyor systems, and industrial automation machinery, the device allows operators to quickly stop equipment operation to protect personnel and equipment. Emergency stop push buttons typically feature a large red mushroom head for high visibility and rapid activation.

Applications:

The Westinghouse 1281-E Emergency Stop Push Button is commonly used in industrial control systems, manufacturing equipment, packaging machinery, conveyor systems, process automation equipment, and motor control applications. It provides a readily accessible means of shutting down equipment during hazardous conditions, maintenance operations, or emergency situations where immediate machine stoppage is required.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer: Westinghouse Electric Corporation
• Part Number: 1281-E
• Product Type: Emergency Stop Push Button
• Operator Type: Mushroom Head Emergency Stop
• Function: Emergency machine shutdown and safety stop control
• Application: Industrial control and automation systems
• Mounting Type: Panel-mounted operator device
• Reset Method: Push-to-stop, manual reset configuration (varies by assembly)
• Color Configuration: Red emergency stop operator (typical industry standard)
• System Compatibility: Industrial control stations and operator panels
• Installation Type: Control panel or machine-mounted installation
• Operating Environment: Industrial and commercial electrical applications
• Intended Use: Personnel safety and emergency equipment shutdown
• Safety Function: Immediate interruption of machine operation during emergency conditions
• Status: Legacy Westinghouse emergency stop push button assembly

Common Replacements:

• Eaton 10250T Emergency Stop Push Button
• Schneider Electric Harmony Emergency Stop Operator
• Siemens SIRIUS ACT Emergency Stop Push Button