The 18 Best Anti-Vandal Pushbutton Switches for 2024 Markets

Pushbuttons are a type of electromechanical switch used to control a circuit by physically pressing a button. They’re typically used for momentary, on-demand operations — where the switch is pressed to make or break the electrical connection before returning to its original position when released — although latching pushbutton switches are common as well.

Anti-vandal switches are extremely similar in their function (they’re also classified as pushbutton switches), but they’re designed with vandal-proof and tamper-resistant security features for installation in devices where harsh use, theft, extreme temperatures and exposure to dust and moisture is prevalent.

Anti-vandal pushbutton switches come in various shapes and sizes, but they typically consist of a housing or enclosure and a button or actuator that’s designed to be pressed. The actuator can be made of various materials, such as plastic or metal, and it’s connected to the switch mechanism inside the housing.

Together, anti-vandals and pushbuttons cater to a wide range of markets and applications, including:

• Telecommunications, networking, computers, servers, external hard drives and modems
• Consumer electronics, performance audio, commercial appliances
• Instrumentation, industrial controls, access control panels
• Medical equipment and devices
• Vending and parking kiosks, security control boxes
• Public transit and other vehicles (such as motor boats, EVs and airplanes)

In this article, we’ve combined 18 best-selling switches from both our Pushbutton and Anti-Vandal categories for you to browse. We’ve also included our latest 2024 release: the E100 and E200 Emergency Stop (E-Stop) pushbutton switches.

Best Switches Anti-Vandal Pushbutton 2024

Click on the image of any product below to look at the general specifications; continue further for more detailed information on each switch and to purchase directly online.

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Detailed Look at Best Switches Anti-Vandal Pushbutton 2024

#1. 800 Series Subminiature Pushbutton Switch

The 800 Series subminiature pushbutton switches have a snap-in panel mount option and a butt contact design. These tiny pushbutton switches offer a variety of termination options: right angle PCB pin, solder lug, right angle PCB pin with bracket, vertical PCB pin and vertical PCB pin with bracket. The travel of the actuator on the 800 Series pushbutton switch is 0.9mm, and the operating force is 200gf.

These pushbutton switches operate at temperatures ranging from -30 to 85°C and have a typical life expectancy of 50,000 cycles. Applications for this subminiature pushbutton switch include telecommunications, networking, computers, performance audio, instrumentation and low power on/off design applications.

#2. LB22 Series Illuminated Pushbutton Switch

The LB22 Series illuminated pushbutton switch has a plethora of options and is ideal for outdoor use. These pushbuttons feature dust and moisture protection at an IP65 rating and operate in temperatures ranging from -20 to 55°C. The LB22 Series is available with either Single Pole, Double Throw (SPDT) or Double Pole, Double Throw (DPDT) circuits and silver or gold contacts. Latching or momentary options are also available, as are multiple cap colors and style options, including a laser etched power symbol.

These pushbutton switches are available with or without illumination, and illumination voltages range from 3 volts to 220 volts, so regardless of how dark it is around your application, you’ll be able to see when your switch is engaged. This makes the LB22 Series perfect for medical equipment, the audio/visual market, consumer electronics, vending machines and instrumentation.

#3. PB400 Series Pushbutton Switch

The PB400 Series right angle pushbutton switch is an affordable switch for applications running low electric loads. It’s rated for 3A of 30VDC electric current and operates in temperatures ranging from -5 to 60°C. The PB400 is available as a latching or momentary pushbutton switch with a double pole, single throw (DPST) circuit.

The actuator travels a total of 3.2mm and latches at 2.2mm. An optional black cap for the PB400 is also available. Applications for the PB400 Series right angle pushbutton switch include computer peripherals, telecommunications, security devices, consumer electronics, instrumentation and testing equipment.

#4. PB66 Series Illuminated Pushbutton Switch

The PB66 Series illuminated pushbutton switch is easy to operate and is totally protected against dust and strong jets of water at an IP66 rating. Illuminated and non-illuminated options are available for this switch, and it comes with a laser etched power symbol on the round actuator. The PB66 Series pushbutton operates in temperatures ranging from 0°C to 55°C and can be stored at -25°C to 85°C.

The double-pole, single-throw (DPST) circuits on these switches perform Off-On latching functions and come with a UL electrical rating of 16(16)A @ 127VAC. The electrical life expectancy on these pushbutton switches is 50,000 cycles, and they fit a 25mm cutout. Applications for these illuminated pushbuttons include commercial appliances, security devices, industrial controls, kiosks, electrical housewares and medical equipment.

#5. PBH Series Right Angle Pushbutton Switch

The PBH Series right angle pushbutton switch has an ultra light feel and is PCB mountable. These switches feature the option of DPDT, 4PDT or 6PDT circuits and can perform either momentary or maintained functions. The operating force required to actuate the switch depends on the number of poles, but the spring-loaded actuator travels 5.5mm regardless.

PBH Series right angle pushbutton switches operate at temperatures between -20 and 70°C. They’re rated to handle 100mA of 30VDC electrical current. Applications for this right angle pushbutton switch include telecommunications, test equipment, professional audio and instrumentation.

#6. PV1 Series Long Life, Water Resistant Anti-Vandal Switch

The PV1 Series water resistant, sealed anti-vandal switches feature long life and custom laser engraved marking options. These anti-vandal switches are sealed to IP65 ratings for protection against dust and moisture.

The PV1 Series anti-vandal switch features a clean, aesthetic look and is meant for mounting in a panel cutout size of 19mm. It also comes in multiple finishes, including black anodized, gold, nickel, polished stainless and brushed stainless steel. Popular applications for these anti-vandal switches include medical equipment, security devices, industrial controls, electrical housewares and the audio/visual market.

#7. PV2 Series Sealed, Long Life Anti-Vandal Switch

The PV2 Series sealed anti-vandal switch is dust and water resistant to an IP65 rating. This anti-vandal switch has a long life expectancy and is meant for mounting in a panel cutout size of 16mm in diameter. The PV2 Series water resistant switch offers a single-pole, Off-(On) circuit configuration and your choice of domed, flat or high actuator options.

This anti-vandal switch is also available with a black anodized finish, along with four other attractive finishes. Applications for this sealed, anti-vandal switch include kiosks, ticket dispensers and industrial-type applications.

#8. PV5 Series Sealed, Long Life Anti-Vandal Switch

The PV5 Series long life anti-vandal switch features an IP65 rating for protection against dust and moisture. It offers a domed actuator with multiple color options, including black, white, yellow, blue, green, red, nickel and stainless steel. Multiple actuator finish options are available, including a black anodized finish.

PV5 Series anti-vandal switches have an electrical rating of 2A, 36VDC and an electrical life expectancy of 200,000 cycles. These long life switches come with single-pole circuits and screw or solder lug termination options. They are meant for mounting in a panel cutout sized 12mm in diameter. This anti-vandal switch is popular for use in public kiosks, industrial controls, medical equipment, electrical housewares, security devices and the audio/visual market.

#9. PV6 Series Illuminated, Sealed, Long Life Anti-Vandal Switch

PV6 Series sealed, long life anti-vandal switches are illuminated with multiple color options available. The RGB multicolor LED indicator light feature combines red, green and blue to produce over 16 million hues of light, making the color options nearly unlimited. They’re available with either dot or ring illumination.

The PV6 Series illuminated anti-vandal switch features a long life expectancy of up to 50,000 electric cycles and dust and water resistance at an IP65 rating.  It’s meant for mounting in a round, 16mm panel cutout. Additional options include solder lug or wire lead termination, high actuator, a pilot indicator and a black anodized finish. Common applications for the PV6 Series include vending machines/kiosks, medical devices, electrical housewares, industrial controls, security devices and other equipment/machines that require a tamperproof design.

#10. PVA6 Series Illuminated, Long Life Anti-Vandal Switch

The PVA6 Series illuminated anti-vandal switch offers a long life expectancy, dust and water resistance to an IP67 rating and ring or power symbol illumination. This tamperproof pushbutton switch has a 16mm panel cutout size. Additional options include a high, high flat or rounded bezel option and your choice of solder lug or wire lead termination. The wire leads are 500mm long.

The PVA6 Series has electrical ratings of 2A of 36 VDC, mechanical life expectancies up to a million cycles and they operate in temperatures ranging from -20°C to 70°C. Common applications for the PVA6 Series illuminated anti-vandal switch include audio/visual equipment, security devices, industrial controls, kiosks, electrical housewares and medical equipment.

#11. RP3508 Series Round, Illuminated Pushbutton Switch

The RP3508 Series illuminated pushbutton switch is a round, panel mount switch meant for a cutout sized 16mm in diameter. Full illumination options include green, red or yellow LEDs. The RP3508 Series has solder lug terminals and operates in temperatures ranging from -30 to 85°C.

The applications for this round, illuminated pushbutton switch include telecommunications, networking, external hard drives/modems, performance audio, computers/servers and low power on/off designs.

#12. RP8100 Series Round, Illuminated Pushbutton Switch

The RP8100 Series pushbutton switch offers a dome cap in multiple colors and is available as a non-illuminated or discrete dot LED pattern in multiple LED illumination colors. Rated IP67 for moisture and dust protection, the RP8100 Series offers threaded or snap-in/press-fit panel mounting and provides solder lug or wire lead termination.

With electrical ratings of 125mA of 125VAC current or 100mA of 50VDC, the RP8100 provides a life expectancy of 500,000 cycles. The actuator travels 1.5mm and operates as a momentary pushbutton requiring 350 grams of actuation force. The applications for this pushbutton switch include electrical housewares and appliances, medical equipment, instrumentation and the audio/visual market.

#13. RP8200 Series Illuminated, Round Pushbutton Switch

The RP8200 Series is an affordable, maintained, sealed pushbutton switch that is panel mounted with options to illuminate. This slick pushbutton offers threaded panel mounting with multiple actuator color options. The discrete LED options on the RP8200 Series offer design freedom to control when you want to illuminate.

Aesthetic versatility, an IP67 rating and life expectancy of 200,000 cycles allows the RP8200 to be used across a wide variety of applications and operating conditions, such as the audio/visual market, electrical housewares, floor care appliances, medical equipment and kitchen appliances.

#14. TL2201 Series Subminiature Pushbutton Switches

TL2201 Series subminiature pushbutton switches are available as latching or momentary pushbuttons with long travel of 2.5mm. Circuit options include double pole, double throw (DPDT) and four pole, double throw (4PDT). The DPDT switch requires 220 grams of operating force to actuate, and the operating force for the 4PDT switch is 300gf.

The TL2201 Series is rated for 100mA of 30VDC current. The operating temperature range for these switches is from -20 to 70°C, and their life expectancy is 10,000 cycles. Applications for these subminiature switches include telecommunications, networking, computers/servers, performance audio and instrumentation.

#15. ULV4 Series UL Certified, Long Life Anti-Vandal Switch

ULV4 Series anti-vandal switches are rated to handle 3A of 250VAC and are UL certified for safety standards. The ULV Series is IP67 rated for moisture and dust protection, offers SPDT or DPDT functionality, an operating life of up to a million life cycles momentary and 500,000 cycles latching, and requires a 19mm panel cutout size. Switches are available as non-illuminated or illuminated dot, ring, or power symbol in multiple LED color and voltage options.

A special feature of the ULV4 Series is the availability of etched icons on the actuator with added illumination. A total of 43 commonly used icons are standard, such as Bluetooth, WiFi, STOP, START and more. The ULV4 Series comes with several termination options: solder lug, prewired (300mm long), molded boot with wire leads (500mm long) and a detachable socket with wire leads (500mm long). Applications for the ULV4 include commercial appliances, security devices, industrial controls, medical equipment and the audio/visual market.

#16. PVB3 Series Anti-Vandal Switch

The PVB3 Series anti-vandal switch provides durability and security in a sleek and modern package. Functionality meets visual appeal with an IP65 rating, momentary or latching functions and the potential for ring and power symbol illumination. Multiple LED color options are available for further customization.

The PVB3 has a 16mm panel cutout with options for a flat or high actuator featuring either a stainless steel or black anodized finish. The electrical rating of this switch is 2A, 24VDC and 0.5A, 220VAC. The mechanical life is an impressive 1,000,000 cycles momentary or 500,000 cycles latching with an electrical life of 50,000 cycles. The contact arrangement is SPDT. This series is ideal for public kiosks, electrical housewares, security devices, commercial appliances, industrial controls and medical equipment.

#17. E100 Series Pushbutton Switch (E-Stop)

The E100 Series pushbutton switch is easy to operate with an eye-catching red actuator and multiple illumination options (LED, incandescent, neon and non-illuminated), along with the required agency approvals. This emergency stop switch (E-Stop) has an IP65 rating, requires a high actuation force (2.0 kgf) and a pushlock turn to reset, making it perfect for harsh and rugged industrial-use environments.

The E100 Series has a 16mm cutout size with 5.0mm MAX panel thickness. The switch has an impressive mechanical life of 100,000 cycles minimum, an electrical life of 50,000 cycles minimum and operates from -25 to 55°C (with lamp) or -25 to 70°C (without lamp). There are three different function options: 1NC, 1NC+1NO, 1NC+1NC. This E-Stop is perfect for industrial controls, medical equipment, security devices and heavy machinery.

#18. E200 Series Pushbutton Switch (E-Stop)

The E200 Series has many of the same features as the E100 (IP65, 16mm cutout, LED), but there are four different function options, 1NO/1NC+1NO/1NC, 1NO/1NC, 2NO, 1NO, and contact ratings of 200mA @250VDC, 5A @250VAC, 6A @24VDC and 8A @125VAC. This E-Stop is perfect for industrial controls, medical equipment, security devices and heavy machinery.

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