Description
Features and Specifications:
* Type: Double-Pole Double-Throw (DPDT) electric switch. This means it has two separate switches, each with two possible positions, allowing it to control two different circuits simultaneously.
* Manufacturer: Ansul, a well-known brand in fire protection products.
* Purpose: It’s a “micro switch” designed to turn off power to heating elements and electrical appliances under a hood in case of a fire, as well as to cut off the make-up fan (to deprive the fire of fresh air) while allowing the exhaust fan to continue operating to remove smoke and fumes.
* System Compatibility: Primarily used with Ansul R102 Systems and other Ansul fire suppression systems.
* Compliance: Ansul products, including this switch, are designed and manufactured to strict standards and tested by national and international independent testing laboratories and approval agencies (e.g., ULC Listed).
* Part Number: 423879 (also sometimes referred to as AS423879 or IFAS P/N AN423879).
Applications:
The Ansul 423879 Micro Switch DPDT is crucial for the proper function of Ansul fire suppression systems in commercial kitchens and other industrial settings. Its primary role is to ensure a safe shutdown of electrical equipment and air supply during a fire event, minimizing damage and aiding in fire suppression.
