SIEMENS 52C156S Selector Switch Control Station Hand/Off/Auto
A 30 mm maintained selector switch in a stainless-steel NEMA 4X/IP66 enclosure provides Hand/Off/Auto control with 1NO/1NC contacts rated 5 A at 600 V AC
- 3-position selector switch provides maintained Hand/Off/Auto control
- 1NO/1NC contacts rated 5A at 600V AC for reliable switching
- NEMA 4X and IP66 stainless steel enclosure resists water and dust
- Compact 30 mm operator fits 3.47 in wide wall-mount station
- UL and CSA listed for industrial safety compliance
Selector Switch Control Station
The SIEMENS 52C156S is a wall-mounted selector switch control station designed for industrial motor control. Its single 30 mm maintained 3-position operator provides Hand, Off and Auto selections for machinery that requires manual override capability.
Contact rating and enclosure limits
The switch carries a 5A contact rating at 600V AC with a B600 NEMA designation and 1NO/1NC contact form. The stainless steel enclosure meets NEMA 4X and IP66 ratings for wash-down and outdoor environments but has no mechanical interlock between positions.
Build integration details
The unit measures 3.47 inches wide by 4.5 inches deep and mounts directly to a wall or panel. Its gray stainless steel housing resists corrosion while the maintained action keeps the selected mode engaged without spring return. Standards include CSA and UL listings.
How it compares
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- Price $290.99
- Pricier than about 92% of the 194 comparable items (median $19.49).
Specifications
| Product | |
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| Brand name | SIEMENS |
Questions about this item
Will the 30 mm selector switch fit the existing cutout in my control panel?
The operator is a standard 30 mm size, matching common panel cutouts for selector switches.
How can I verify the Hand/Off/Auto station is operating correctly after wiring?
Check that each position — Hand, Off, Auto — mechanically latches and that the 1NO/1NC contacts change state at 5 A, 600 V AC as rated.
Does the stainless-steel enclosure ship with mounting hardware and legend plate included?
The station includes the gray stainless-steel enclosure with Hand/Off/Auto legend; mounting screws for the 3.47 in by 4.5 in footprint are supplied separately.
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