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Safety Power Tool Switch

Item #: 20915
No need to panic with our hands-free panic button.
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Overview

Just bump the "Stop Paddle" to quickly shut off power. Large, bright paddle is easy to find when you're in a tight spot. Locate it near your hip or knee and you'll never have to take your hands off the workpiece. Great for use with router tables or any workbench where you use a stationary power tool.


Features:
  • Mounts to Rockler steel shop stands or any other surface with screws
  • Heavy-duty 15 amp switch
  • Sturdy construction takes the hits and keeps on ticking

What's included

(1) Safety Power Tool Switch w/7' and 2' Power Cords

Technical Details

  • Switch is not magnetic
  • Grounded Cord Length: 7'
  • Female Cord Length: 2'
  • 15 Amps / 110 Volts - not designed for higher voltage use
  • Sturdy Construction
  • Compatible with soft-start routers
    • Brand: Rockler
    • Weight (lbs): 2.0500

    Product Warnings

    WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/product

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    Why did you choose this?
    Rockler Store
    Have a new Router table and need safety power switch.
    Thomas V on Apr 25, 2018
    For home made router table
    Gary G on Apr 23, 2018
    Have a new Router table and need safety power switch.
    Thomas V on Apr 25, 2018
    NEEDED SAFETY
    William C. H on Apr 23, 2018
    For home made router table
    Gary G on Apr 23, 2018
    This will easily let me turn the router off in an emergency without reaching under the table.
    John K on Apr 22, 2018
    With my router mounted under the router table I didn't want to keep reaching blindly under the table to turn the router off.
    Daniel H on Apr 22, 2018
    My table saw switch is in an awkward place.
    ROBERT B on Apr 21, 2018
    Always put safety first
    James D on Apr 20, 2018
    Mary Ann did not order these items Jerome did!
    Mary Ann J on Apr 20, 2018
    Provides safety and utility to my router table
    A. M on Apr 20, 2018
    Good design and size for new home built router table.
    Donald S on Apr 17, 2018
    I'd prefer not to have to reach under the router table to start and stop my router. I prefer knowing exactly where the on\off switch is.
    Mark K on Apr 15, 2018
    This item will be easy to install and use. It requires no electrical wiring/rewiring and will install with two wood screws, plug in the router and plug in to the power source and GO.
    Joanne H on Apr 12, 2018
    to make it convenient and safe to operate my router table
    Edward J K on Apr 12, 2018
    For my router table. The router switch can be difficult to reach under the table.
    Russell M on Apr 10, 2018
    I have had a light switch controlling my router tab le. It is time to build safety into my setup.
    James B on Apr 9, 2018
    Looks handy and easy to use.
    DAVID O on Apr 9, 2018
    needed for added to present set up
    Mark B on Apr 7, 2018
    Unit is prices right and complete.
    Retired controls electrician on Apr 7, 2018
    Safety first
    Steve on Apr 6, 2018
    Original one on machine gave out so I needed to replace it.
    Mark D on Apr 4, 2018
    Need it to make my router table safer. Instead of reaching under the router table to turn it off I can just use this safety switch.
    George S on Apr 2, 2018
    I have needed one for my router table and the price is right
    Robert Y on Apr 1, 2018
    This switch will be easy to use and provide another level of safety.
    Gary B on Apr 1, 2018
    Extra safety on router table
    Marshall S on Mar 30, 2018
    Best way to start and stop power saws.
    Ellen S on Mar 28, 2018
    for a new router cabinet I built
    raymond d on Mar 28, 2018
    Provides another level of safety
    fred c on Mar 27, 2018
    I bought this to allow for a safe way to power on and power off my router in the router table.
    Paul L on Mar 24, 2018
    Want to make a universal panic switch on a plate I can move from station to station. Have a docking cradle at each station in the best location for safety. Then move the switch with the base plate around the shop to each station with a docking cradle as needed for more than one tool.
    Warren S on Mar 23, 2018
    One of the best and safest tools to own.
    Joel V on Mar 18, 2018
    safety first
    Michael T on Mar 17, 2018
    I was aware of this product and came to the site specifically looking for it.
    Kristoffer C on Mar 17, 2018
    Safety and convenience.
    Donald B on Mar 15, 2018
    I have a Bench Dog router table I'm setting up.
    JBK Machine on Mar 2, 2018
    Safety and convenience.
    B Paul E on Mar 1, 2018
    The power switch went on my table saw and I have one of these on my router that works great so now I have another one.
    Henry N on Feb 24, 2018
    To allow safer use of router table and limit the possible damage to work piece by reaching under table for power switch
    john A on Feb 22, 2018
    It is a good switch for the price. I have installed these on my RAS, table saw, and shaper
    Thomas B on Feb 20, 2018
    To make powering my router safer and easier.
    David M on Feb 20, 2018
    Project
    Jimmy N on Feb 18, 2018
    some thing you just need to save yourself from getting hurt.it should come with the table.
    michael m on Feb 10, 2018
    For use on my router table so it will be easier to turn the router on and off.
    Tommy on Feb 9, 2018
    Recommended for router table on reviews
    Dan W on Feb 8, 2018
    Safety, Safety, and Safety
    Paula A on Feb 2, 2018
    never had a safety switch time to have one
    Jay V M on Jan 27, 2018
    Have another switch like this and like size and price.
    Kim L on Jan 26, 2018
    Safety
    Joseph A on Jan 24, 2018
    A friend had one.
    len r on Jan 22, 2018
    price
    Christopher W on Jan 21, 2018
    Rockler makes great products and stans behind them
    Chuck J on Jan 20, 2018
    NEEDED SAFETY
    William C. H on Apr 23, 2018
    This will easily let me turn the router off in an emergency without reaching under the table.
    John K on Apr 22, 2018
    Is there a PDF of the manual available?
    William K on May 21, 2016
    BEST ANSWER: I don't believe a PDF is available. This unit is sealed has no serviceable parts. As another answer states you plug it in and plug the tool into it and you are set. Don't consider wiring this into your machine. Use the plugs as it comes and as the manufacturer means it to be used. If you need to wire in a switch this one is not for you.
    will this work for a craftsman/sear 1950s table saw?
    jon b on Jan 25, 2016
    BEST ANSWER: Yes, but some work would be involved. If the saw is wired for 120 then there is no problem. However, you would need to rewire the saw to bypass the current on/off switch. If you do that, then simply plug the saw into this switch and it will provide control. You could, however, simply always leave the current switch in the "on" position and that would work also. The only other question deals with mounting this in a convenient location where the switch paddle would be easily accessible. Ideally this switch is mounted where you can easily hit the off paddle, and usually that's in a place where you could press it using your knee or hip or whatever, not just your hand, so a good mounting position might be difficult.
    If you are using a tool that is plugged into the Safety Power Tool Switch and we loose power to the building, will the tool come on when the power to the building is restored?
    Michael on Nov 13, 2015
    BEST ANSWER: This is a mechanical switch.If it is in the on position it will remain there until it is manually pushed to the off postion.A MAGNETIC switch is latched by an electro magnet,If power is lost the magnet is deenergised and the switch drops to the off postion and will remain there until power is restored and the switch is manually placed in the on position.
    Does this switch support the variable speed dial on a router, or do you need to install a separate control?
    nick J on Jan 16, 2018
    BEST ANSWER: This switch only turns the router on and off and will allow you to use the variable speed control as before and give full control of the speed the router.
    Is there a 220 VAC model 20 amp.?
    David on Jul 5, 2017
    BEST ANSWER: Sorry, no.
    I plan on using this switch on a router table with a Porter Cable 75182 router motor. The specs on the motor say up to 3 1/4 hp 15amp.
    anyone else use this combo? Any problems?
    Tom F on Jan 3, 2016
    BEST ANSWER: I use that motor with the switch. Works great. No problems.
    Would it be able to plug 2 things in with this switch? I am looking to build a router table that will include an attached shop vac to help with the debris. Would be really nice to turn on 1 power button and shut it off at the same time. Since I intend to use both at the same time every time
    I use it.
    Aaron E on Apr 24, 2015
    BEST ANSWER: Hello Aaron
    With this switch there is only one outlet. But you can add a Adapter to the single switch outlet, This will let you plug your router and your work light or vac. in the same switch outlet. Yes the switch will work just fine.
    Laura
    Can I use this switch for my table saw that is wired for 220?
    P A on Apr 13, 2018
    BEST ANSWER: I would say no because you would need 10 gauge wire to run 220 volts and this switch is wired with 12 gauge wire at the most. I don't see the wire but I know what a extra heavy duty cord feels like and this isn't it.
    will this switch work with a Triton router?
    Thomas G on Oct 25, 2016
    BEST ANSWER: I have the same switch and it works fine with my 110 volt router. It is much easier to get to rather than the on-off switch located on the router.
    Can this switch be mounted in an existing electrical box built into a router table. I am basically replacing a switch with this?
    Ed R on Dec 7, 2015
    BEST ANSWER: no, would not fit in existing electrical box. Male and female plug ends are on a cord that would not fit through cable slots on existing box.
    Does the switch plug into the router, I don't think my router has a receptacle?
    A shopper on May 11, 2015
    BEST ANSWER: Plug your router into the switch, and leave the router switch in the "ON" position. Now you can mount the switch in a convenient place where you can turn your router on and off easily.
    Can the big red stop paddle on the switch be removed?
    larry on Mar 9, 2016
    BEST ANSWER: Yes it pops off easily. Underneath is a small red "stop" button the size of the green "on" button.
    Will this work on a 220v jointer?
    Jason L on Feb 3, 2016
    BEST ANSWER: No it won't Jason. The current rating isn't appropriate and the supplied plugs are for 110v applications only.
    Does it also works on 220Volts? Noob question:-)
    Victor T on Nov 20, 2015
    BEST ANSWER: The switch will handle 10A @ 220 V but the cord that comes with it is fitted with 115 standard U-ground plugs.
    If the router switch is on, and the Start has been pushed on the Safety Power Tool Switch prior to plugging into the wall outlet will the router start when plugged in? Or, must the Start switch be pushed after plugging into the wall outlet? In other words: Does it have an electro-magnetic hold/release on the Start switch?
    Armand on Sep 20, 2015
    BEST ANSWER: The switch is electro mechanical. This means that if the device is not plugged in, it is possible to activate the Start button into the 'on' position such that the router will start when you plug it in. Also, if you pull the plug on the router with the Safety Switch in the Start position, it does not reset the switch and the router will start up when you plug the Safety Switch back in. Of course, you should always avoid turning a tool off by pulling the plug.
    Can this switch be used as a starter (on/off switch + electrical protection)?
    Jon B on Sep 2, 2015
    BEST ANSWER: Yes for on/off switch and no for electrical protection, meaning to function as an overload breaker. The electrical protection is passive, meaning it provides adequate protection from shock, but there is no automatic breaker function included.
    I have a Nova Lathe and to turn the lathe on and off I have to reach over or around the spinning project. Will this switch handle the amps?
    Pete F on Aug 1, 2015
    BEST ANSWER: I use this for that very same purpose. Mounted the switch to a piece of wood them placed some rare earth magnets on the wood so that it is completely portable and even moveable to different tools. I also added a short length of safety chain so that if I accidentally bump it off it won't fall to the concrete floor and risk being damaged as I have done that in the past..
    I have a router with a soft start. Will this switch work with it? I've seen some that won't.
    Mark M on May 25, 2015
    BEST ANSWER: Shouldn't be a problem. My DeWalt 618 soft start works just fine with the paddle switch. It is much safer than reaching blindly under the router table.
    Replacing paddle switch on table saw Can this be hard wired?
    A shopper on May 22, 2015
    BEST ANSWER: Short answer: Yes. First, I'm going to assume you or someone has the necessary electrical skills to do it. Now, it will require some modification, and that will likely void the warranty. I don't know if that matters to you, but it's something to consider. I made changes to mine, namely cutting off the cord ends so I could integrate it into the existing table. For me, a former contractor, that was no big deal...just doing. I wouldn't modify the mechanism itself...since it's primarily a safety item in the first place, but exchanging the cord ends for some other arrangement certainly isn't that big a deal.
    Will this handle 115V @ 1.8A? Old (1951) Unisaw 1 phase 1hp motor.
    Tony G on Nov 27, 2017
    BEST ANSWER: Yes I believe it will I use it on my old Craftsman table saw and it works great and adds safety to your saw I highly recommend this switch
    can this switch be retrofitted onto a Jet cabinetmakers tablesaw? it currently has a typical green over red button box similar, if not the same, as shown in the picture of your switch.
    pete l on Oct 19, 2017
    BEST ANSWER: Take a good look at your existing switch cover. If it comes off with two screws, without removing the actual switch, replace your cover with this one and you will have the safety stop paddle.
    info says something about 120 volts, will it handal 110 volts ?
    david g on Jan 5, 2017
    BEST ANSWER: Well I wish I could respond with "220, 221... what ever it takes" :) but that would be misleading. But to answer the question, yes. Agree Robert and Randall.
    can this be mounted to any power tool?
    A shopper on May 24, 2015
    BEST ANSWER: Yes as long as you can find an appropriate place. You need to drill holes in your equipment to match the top and bottom mounting flanges. Then find suitable screws or bolts to hold it securely.
    My table saw is 220. Is there a version of this swithch for 220?
    Jim T on Apr 1, 2018
    BEST ANSWER: The Power Tool Switch is available only in the 110 Volt version.
    what are the dimensions of the switch ?
    Thomas G on Oct 25, 2016
    BEST ANSWER: The box is 2.625 wide, 3.25 deep and 4.25 tall. The stop lever adds .875 in width, .5 deep and 1.5 in vertical, below the box. This is in inches.
    I need a contact switch or mechanical switch for 3-phase tools. Can you recommend one that is reasonably economical?
    John
    John R on Feb 15, 2016
    BEST ANSWER: This is a single phase switch. It will not work with a three phase circuit.
    Will this work with a uk 240 volt router?
    JV211 on Jul 24, 2015
    BEST ANSWER: no, this is not designed for 240 volt use.
    I’ve had this switch on my tablesaw for 5 years with mild to moderate use. When engaging the green “ON” button, I don’t get a very good contact because I need to press it 3-3 times and directly in the center of the button to start the saw motor. I checked for lose wiring or sawdust that might impair the starting, but to no avail. Is it just “worn out”?
    Cary T on Mar 14, 2018
    BEST ANSWER: Must be a design flaw. I have exactly the same situation.

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    It works just right around
    It works. Use with my Rockler router table.
    April 18, 2018
    Purchased
     4 weeks ago
    Woodworking Experience:
    Advanced
    Just what I wanted. Great switch, Well made.
    I put the panic switch on a plate and docking cradle. I can move the switch and plate from station to station. Have a docking cradle at each station in the best location for safety. Then I move the switch with the base plate around the shop to each station with a docking cradle as needed for more than one tool. Simple inline plugin and I have a Panic switch where I am working at for that tool. Great switch and handles all my shop tools. May buy more and dedicate around the shop.
    April 17, 2018
    Purchased
     1 month ago
    Woodworking Experience:
    Intermediate
    Replacement for unavailable switch
    My old Sears table saw on/off switch broke and I thought I'd try this switch for a replacement. It worked perfectly. No need to riping into the old switch to get wires out and do some sort of gimicky connection. I really like this switch
    April 14, 2018
    Purchased
     1 year ago
    Woodworking Experience:
    Intermediate
    heavy duty, operates easily
    This is a heavy duty switch, and operates easily, adding to my router table's convenience and safety.
    April 10, 2018
    Purchased
     3 months ago
    Woodworking Experience:
    Intermediate
    Safety Frist
    I had to make mounting bracket for my Rockler router table but after installed it did what I wanted it to do. Otherwise it was hard to turn my router on and off.
    April 7, 2018
    Purchased
     1 month ago
    Woodworking Experience:
    Beginner
    It’s good
    Well made love it
    March 30, 2018
    Purchased
     1 month ago
    Woodworking Experience:
    Advanced
    Best on/off switch on the market.....
    just finished building a multi use router table and I used this switch and I highly recommend it...
    March 27, 2018
    Purchased
     1 month ago
    Woodworking Experience:
    Advanced
    Awesome Product
    So convenient to have power where you need it and the big stop button is a huge plus so you aren't fumbling around to turn it off!
    March 21, 2018
    Purchased
     5 months ago
    Woodworking Experience:
    Intermediate
    Very easy to install and great upgrade to router table
    I made a router table which I mounted the switch and love it. I think the best part I liked was they give you a nice long wire to plug into an outlet.
    March 20, 2018
    Purchased
     over 2 years ago
    Safety Power Tool Switch works well
    I needed an safety switch for my router that was permanently setup on a router table. .The Safety Power Tool Switch worked great. I can shut off my router with my knee leaving my hands free because of the large stop plate on the switch. I would highly recommend this switch..
    March 19, 2018
    Purchased
     over 2 years ago

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