Snap Action 1NC BS Series Button Switch
The BS1011 is a small button-plunger safety switch widely used to detect an open door, lid, or cover — commonly found as an original part on commercial fryers like Lincat's range. Its normally-closed contact breaks the circuit the instant the button releases, making it a natural fit for interlocking equipment that shouldn't run with a cover open. It's priced well below an OEM spare part and held in UK stock, so a repair doesn't need to wait on a manufacturer's own supply chain.
A quality switch suitable for many applications:
- Catering equipment - safety switch
- Household appliances - door switch
- Machinery OEM - end stop, positional limit
- Stairlift - limit switch
Commonly found on Commercial Fryers: Lincat. Often used on doors, covers and lids inside equipment.
Technical Details
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the same switch used in my Lincat fryer?
It's commonly found as an original equipment part on Lincat commercial fryers and similar catering equipment, typically wired as a lid or cover interlock. Check your specific model's contact type (this is 1NC) before ordering a replacement.
Why is it rated both 6A and 16A?
6A is the standard AC15 inductive load rating; 16A applies to purely resistive loads. Check which load type your circuit switches — inductive loads (motors, solenoids) need the lower 6A figure.
Is this suitable for washdown areas?
It's IP40 rated (protected against solid objects and limited dust, not water jets), so it's better suited to internal equipment mounting than direct washdown exposure.
Can I use this as a door interlock on machinery?
Yes — the button-plunger snap action design is commonly used for door, cover, and lid interlocking on OEM machinery, not just catering equipment.
Industry Applications
- Catering equipment — lid and cover safety interlocking on fryers and similar equipment
- Household & commercial appliances — door switch detection
- Machinery OEM & stairlifts — positional limit and end-stop detection