Technical Data · Publication 800-TD008 · Rockwell Automation
Bulletin 800F 22 mm Push Button Specifications (800-TD008)
Complete specifications, catalog-number decoders, and dimensional data for the Allen-Bradley 22 mm round push-button operator family (Bulletins 598, 800B, 800F, 800FC, 800FD). Mirrored from Rockwell Automation Publication 800-TD008.
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Specifications
Electrical — Contact Blocks
| Standard contact rating (screw) | A600, Q600; 600V AC |
|---|---|
| Standard contact rating (spring clamp) | A300, Q300; 300V AC |
| Low-voltage contact rating | 5V, 1 mA DC min.; C300, R150 |
| Thermal current | 10 A max. enclosed (40 °C ambient) to UL508, EN 60947-5-1 @ A600 |
| Insulation voltage (Ui) | Screw = 690V; spring-clamp = 300V |
| Dielectric strength | 2500V for 1 minute |
| Short-circuit protection (standard) | 10 A type gL/gG cartridge fuse (UL 248-8 Class J or UL 248-4 Class C) |
| Wire capacity (screw) | #18–12 AWG (0.75–2.5 mm²); max (2) #14 AWG or (1) #12 AWG |
| Terminal torque (screw) | 0.7–0.9 N·m (6–8 lb·in) |
Mechanical — Operators
| Mechanical durability (momentary PB) | 10,000,000 cycles per EN 60947-5-1 Annex C |
|---|---|
| Mechanical durability (selector/key sw) | 1,000,000 cycles |
| Mechanical durability (E-stop non-illum) | 500,000 cycles |
| Mechanical durability (alt-action, illum E-stop) | 300,000 cycles |
| Operating force (flush/extended PB) | 5 N (E-stop = 36 N; mushroom = 9 N) |
| Operating torque (selector switch) | 0.25 N·m (2.2 lb·in), single contact block |
| Mounting torque (plastic) | 1.7 N·m (15 lb·in) |
| Mounting torque (metal) | 4.4 N·m (40 lb·in) |
| Vibration | 10–2000 Hz, 1.52 mm (0.06 in.) pk-pk / 10 G, 3 hr, no damage |
| Shock | 1/2 cycle sine wave, 11 ms, 100 G, no damage |
Environmental
| Operating temperature | -25 to +70 °C (-13 to +158 °F) |
|---|---|
| Short-term storage temperature | -40 to +85 °C (-40 to +185 °F) |
| Humidity | ≤95% RH from 25 to 60 °C (77–140 °F) |
| Plastic operators (800FP) protection | IP69K and IP66, NEMA/UL Type 3/3R/4/4X/12/13 |
| Metal operators (800FM) protection | IP65/66, NEMA/UL Type 3/3R/4/12/13 |
| Momentary mushroom rating | IP65 (not IP69K) |
Contact Operation & Materials
| N.O. contact operation | Slow double make and break |
|---|---|
| N.C. & S.M.C.B. operation | Slow double make and break — positive opening |
| Travel to change state (N.C./N.O.E.M.) | 1.5 mm (0.060 in.) |
| Travel to change state (N.O./N.C.L.B.) | 2.5 mm (0.1 in.) |
| Standard contacts | Silver-nickel |
| Low-voltage contacts | Gold-plated over silver |
| Terminals (screw / spring-clamp) | Brass / silver-plated brass |
| Shock protection | Fingersafe conforming to IP2X |
Catalog Number Format
How to read an Allen-Bradley 800F catalog number. Each position encodes a specific configuration attribute.
Certifications & Compliance
Document Contents
Full PDF covers the following topics in detail:
- Catalog-number decoder for 800F operators (construction, type, color, legend, packaging)
- Momentary push-button operators — flush, extended, and guarded styles in plastic and metal
- Alternate-action push-button operators (800F-FA, 800F-LFA) non-illuminated and illuminated
- Pilot-light operators with LED module ratings (24V AC/DC, 120V AC, 240V AC, universal)
- Selector switches: 2-, 3-, and 4-position knob and lever, maintained and spring-return
- Key-operated selector switches with Ronis key-code options and master-key system
- Push-pull and twist-to-release mushroom E-stop operators (30/40/60 mm caps, 90 mm half-dome)
- Reset operators, potentiometer assemblies, toggle switches, legend plates and caps
- Back-of-panel contact blocks, LED modules, latches, and assembled stations (Bulletin 800FC/FD)
- Approximate dimensions for every operator style with mm (inch) callouts
Frequently Asked Questions
What IP and NEMA/UL protection ratings apply to 800F operators?
What is the difference between 800FP (plastic) and 800FM (metal) operators?
Which contact blocks are compatible with the 800F operator family?
Is the 800F family rated for wash-down and food-and-beverage applications?
What is the mechanical life expectancy of an 800F push button?
Are the E-stop operators compliant with EN ISO 13850?
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