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
(1) Safety Power Tool Switch w/7' and 2' Power Cords
| Brand | Rockler |
|---|---|
| Weight | 2.0500 |
| Tech Spec |
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Safety Power Switch
Works great. Easy to see and use. Every shop should have at least one.
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Stop switch
Attached the unit to my router table and it works great! The ease of use and the ability to shut down the router quickly is a great feature.
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works great!
It is a great product. Easy to install, easy to use (with router table), love it!
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fantastic!
This switch is everything I hoped for and more. I only wish that I had bought two.
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Works as intended
Works as intended. A little large but thats okay. I didnt see before I purchased this that there is another version for directly hardwiring to a motor that handles 20 amps i believe, which I might have preferred but now I can take this and use it on another tool in the future if need be.
Motor wasn't on here but but I mounted the switch and made a cord wrap too
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Works great attached to my table saw easy to reach down and tap the stop button you can even have it with your knee
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Perfect solution for me.
Great addition to the router I mounted under my saw table. No more fumbling blindly for the router mounted switch. I could have used a handi box and wall switch, but this was easy to mount and easier to find and use without looking. It's a plug in unit and took less than 2 minutes to install.
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Large, easy to get to, easy to install. Cetainliy improves safety as the seitch on my table saw was located on the right and could not be relocated.
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Why did you choose this?
Rockler Store
For safe operation of new shop made router table.
Robert B
on Dec 3, 2019
Safety and convenience.
Terry T
on Nov 22, 2019
For safe operation of new shop made router table.
Robert B
on Dec 3, 2019
Easier access
Richard D H
on Dec 2, 2019
Easier access
Richard D H
on Dec 2, 2019
Ease of use and safety
Rebecca c
on Nov 8, 2019
Is there a PDF of the manual available?
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.
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- Robert B on Jul 6, 2017
- Purchased on Apr 1, 2017
will this work for a craftsman/sear 1950s table saw?
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.
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- Craig A on Jan 25, 2016
- Purchased on Mar 24, 2015
Does this switch support the variable speed dial on a router, or do you need to install a separate control?
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.
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- Charles P on Jan 16, 2018
- Purchased on Jan 21, 2016
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?
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.
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- Larry M on Apr 25, 2017
Is there a 220 VAC model 20 amp.?
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?
anyone else use this combo? Any problems?
BEST ANSWER: I use that motor with the switch. Works great. No problems.
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- David C on Jan 3, 2016
- Purchased on Apr 4, 2015
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.
I use it.
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
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
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- Laura Renee T on Apr 24, 2015
- Purchased on Apr 3, 2015
Can I use this with the Safety Tool Power Switch (Item#: 20915)?
Safety Power Tool Switch
BEST ANSWER: Yes , I did. However the speed control did not work with my router which was a bummer. Double check it will work with your router before you spend the money on it.
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- Gareth E on Feb 18, 2019
- Purchased on Jul 9, 2017
Can I use this switch for my table saw that is wired for 220?
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.
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- Gary on Apr 13, 2018
- Purchased on Apr 17, 2016
will this switch work with a Triton router?
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.
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- Daryl R on Oct 26, 2016
- Purchased on Mar 11, 2015
Can this switch be mounted in an existing electrical box built into a router table. I am basically replacing a switch with this?
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.
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- CURTIS G on Jan 3, 2016
- Purchased on Mar 1, 2015
Does the switch plug into the router, I don't think my router has a receptacle?
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.
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- Daryl R on May 12, 2015
- Purchased on Mar 11, 2015
What gauge are the cords?
BEST ANSWER: It appears to be 14-gauge wire.
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- Michael F on Jan 9, 2019
- Purchased on Jan 6, 2017
Can the big red stop paddle on the switch be removed?
BEST ANSWER: Yes it pops off easily. Underneath is a small red "stop" button the size of the green "on" button.
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- David C on Mar 9, 2016
- Purchased on Apr 4, 2015
Will this work on a 220v jointer?
BEST ANSWER: No it won't Jason. The current rating isn't appropriate and the supplied plugs are for 110v applications only.
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- David C on Feb 3, 2016
- Purchased on Apr 4, 2015
Does it also works on 220Volts? Noob question:-)
BEST ANSWER: The switch will handle 10A @ 220 V but the cord that comes with it is fitted with 115 standard U-ground plugs.
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- John S on Dec 18, 2017
- Purchased on Nov 26, 2017
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?
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.
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- DAN C on Sep 21, 2015
- Purchased on Mar 16, 2015
Can this switch be used as a starter (on/off switch + electrical protection)?
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.
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- Roderich K on Sep 4, 2015
- Purchased on Jun 17, 2015
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?
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..
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- Robert B on Apr 23, 2017
- Purchased on Apr 1, 2017
I have a router with a soft start. Will this switch work with it? I've seen some that won't.
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.
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- TOM O on May 28, 2015
- Purchased on Feb 11, 2015
Replacing paddle switch on table saw Can this be hard wired?
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.
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- Craig A on May 22, 2015
- Purchased on Mar 24, 2015
Can you plug the router into the switch and then the safety switch into the wall?
BEST ANSWER: Yes, that is the way it is designed. Also, the switch has a nice long cord to plug into the wall. I am very pleased with it's operation.
Dan
Dan
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- Daniel F. P on Dec 28, 2018
- Purchased on Dec 24, 2016
Does the power tool (saw, router, etc.) plug into the safety switch? Or must it be "hardwired"?
BEST ANSWER: You plug in. It is not hardwired.
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- Rory D on Sep 7, 2018
- Purchased on Sep 2, 2016
Will this work for a Triton 15A TRA001 Plunge Router?
BEST ANSWER: Really designed to mount on table leg. Just plug anything into outlet and will shut off when you hit stop
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- MICHAEL W on Sep 18, 2018
- Purchased on Aug 26, 2016
Will this handle 115V @ 1.8A? Old (1951) Unisaw 1 phase 1hp motor.
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
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- Irl A on Nov 28, 2017
- Purchased on Nov 29, 2015
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.
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.
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- John S on Dec 18, 2017
- Purchased on Nov 26, 2017
info says something about 120 volts, will it handal 110 volts ?
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.
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- Marvin A on Sep 29, 2017
- Purchased on Sep 3, 2017
can this be mounted to any power tool?
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.
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- David C on May 25, 2015
- Purchased on Apr 4, 2015
Is the internal switch single or double pole?
BEST ANSWER: Single pole (when switch is closed then power flows to the tool and when open there is no power flowing).
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- Pamela A on Jan 2, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 26, 2016
Has anyone mounted this on the rockler basic router table?
BEST ANSWER: Yes; it works as advertised. I’m glad that I added this and can turn off the router with my knee if needed while keeping my attention on the workpiece.
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- Dena K on Jul 31, 2018
- Purchased on Jul 28, 2016
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