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Eaton M22 Modular Selector Switch Operator, 2-Position Maintained

Eaton M22 Modular Selector Switch Operator, 2-Position Maintained

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Model: EM22X561

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Eaton M22 Modular Selector Switch Operator, 2-Position Maintained

The Eaton M22 Modular Selector Switch Operator (EM22 series) is a 22.5 mm metallic pushbutton-style operator built for reliable industrial control panel duty. Configured as a 2-position selector switch with a maintained 60° operating mode and a black knob actuator, this non-illuminated operator is housed to a NEMA 12 enclosure rating and carries UL 508 certification for demanding industrial environments. Its Cam 2 code and modular design let panel builders match the operator to the exact contact configuration required for the application.

Key Features

  • Compact 22.5 mm Metallic Design: Modular M22 platform sized for standard 22.5 mm panel cutouts with a durable metallic construction.
  • 2-Position Selector Switch: Maintained 60° operating mode provides positive, repeatable position selection for control circuits.
  • Knob Actuator, Black: Ergonomic black knob actuator for clear operator identification on the panel face.
  • Cam 2 Code: Factory cam coding sets the switching sequence for the selector position.
  • Modular Contact Capacity: Accepts a maximum of 4 contact blocks (8 circuits) for flexible control-circuit wiring.
  • Non-Illuminated Operator: Simple, non-illuminated design suited to standard control station applications.
  • Compact Footprint: Measures 4.8 in wide x 2.1 in deep x .7 in high, fitting standard control station cutouts and enclosures.

Certifications & Compliance

  • UL 508 Certified
  • CE Marked
  • NEMA 12 Enclosure Rated

Technical Specifications

  • Illumination: Non-illuminated
  • Product Width: 4.8 in
  • Size: 22.5 mm metallic
  • Product Length/Depth: 2.1 in
  • Number of positions: 2
  • Product Height: .7 in
  • Type: Selector Switch
  • Cam code: Cam 2
  • Actuator color: Black
  • Catalog Notes: Will accept a maximum of 4 contact blocks (8 circuits)
  • Operating mode: Maintained 60°
  • Series: EM22
  • Compliances: CE Marked
  • Actuator: Knob
  • Enclosure: NEMA 12
  • Certifications: UL 508
  • Product Type: Pushbutton Operator
  • Department: Electrical

Typical Applications

  • Industrial Control Panels
  • Machine Control Stations
  • HVAC and Process Control Equipment
  • OEM Control Enclosures
  • Panelboard and Operator Interface Stations

Why Eaton?

Eaton engineers the M22 modular pushbutton and selector switch platform for consistent, code-compliant performance in industrial control environments. With UL 508 certification, CE Marking, and a NEMA 12 enclosure rating, this EM22 selector switch operator is built to hold up to repeated maintained-mode actuation in demanding panel applications. The modular contact-block architecture gives control panel builders a dependable, standardized way to configure switching circuits.

Manufacturer Resources

Product Specs

Illumination:
Non-illuminated
Product Width:
4.8 in
Product Size:
22.5 mm metallic
Product Length/Depth:
2.1 in
Number of positions:
2
Product Height:
.7 in
Product Type:
Selector Switch
Cam code:
Cam 2
Actuator color:
Black
Catalog Notes:
Will accept a maximum of 4 contact blocks (8 circuits)
Operating mode:
Maintained 60 °
Series:
EM22
Compliances:
CE Marked
Actuator:
Knob
Configuration:
NEMA 12 Enclosure
Certifications:
UL 508
Department:
Electrical
Product Color:
Black
Standards:
UL 508
Listing:
CE Marked
Product Group:
Motor Control & Automation
Product Subgroup:
Selector Switches

Eaton EM22X561 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Does the Eaton M22 EM22X561 selector switch come with contact blocks, or do I order those separately?
The EM22X561 is an operator only. It's the front-of-panel knob assembly, and the contact blocks that actually make and break your control circuits are ordered separately. The operator will take up to 4 contact blocks, which is 8 circuits, so you size the block stack to the switching your schematic calls for. Budget for those blocks on the same order or the switch does nothing electrically once it's mounted.
2) Is the EM22X561 a maintained selector or does it spring return?
Maintained. The knob turns 60 degrees between its two positions and stays where you leave it, which is what you want for hand/off, run/stop, or local/remote selection. If your application needs the knob to snap back to center or to the start position when released, this isn't the right operator and you'd need a spring-return M22 selector instead.
3) What does the Cam 2 code on this Eaton M22 selector mean for my wiring?
Cam coding sets which contacts are made in which knob position. This operator is factory coded Cam 2, so the switching sequence is fixed at the operator, not selectable in the field. Wire your contact blocks to suit that sequence. If your panel drawing calls out a different cam code, order the matching M22 operator rather than trying to re-cam this one.
4) Is the Eaton M22 selector switch suitable for a NEMA 12 industrial enclosure?
Yes. The operator carries a NEMA 12 enclosure rating, which covers dust, falling dirt, and dripping non-corrosive liquids, so it suits typical indoor machine shops, process rooms, and OEM control enclosures. It is not rated here for washdown or outdoor wet locations.
5) How much room do I need behind the door for this M22 selector switch?
Stated dimensions are 4.8 in, 2.1 in, and .7 in across width, depth, and height for the operator itself. Remember that depth grows once you stack contact blocks on the back, up to four of them, so lay out door-mounted components with clearance from DIN rail and wire duct behind.
6) Is the M22 EM22X561 selector switch lit, and what does the actuator look like?
Non-illuminated, with a black knob actuator. There's no lamp module behind it and no provision here for an illuminated knob, so if your operator station needs a lit selector to show circuit state you want an illuminated M22 selector instead. For plain hand-off or two-mode selection, the black knob keeps the panel face consistent with standard M22 pushbuttons.
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Does the Eaton EM22X561 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Eaton EM22X561 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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