1. pets
2. large animals

CATALOG HEX200
HEXSEALS & E-SEELS
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Environmental Sealing Boots
for Switches & Potentiometers
APM HEXSEAL
Why Environmental Protection Is Needed
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n many applications ordinary electrical
and/or electronic switches and potentiometers are susceptible to damage
from water, oil, dust, dirt, salt spray, fungus
and other environmental contaminants.
Often, even factory-sealed, panel-mounted
switches and potentiometers do not protect
behind-panel circuitry from the entry of such
hostile contaminants through the panel
cutout in which the component is mounted.
When reliability and survival in such hazardous environments is required, APM
HEXSEAL’s broad range of environmental
sealing boots provide cost-effective, longterm protection.
Protective chamber
with secondary inner
seal
Molded-in
mounting nut
High tearstrength
silicone rubber
in actuationcompatible
tactility
peri*Patented
meter sealing rib
seals mounting
hole and protects
behind-panel
components
HOW APM’S SEALING BOOTS PROTECT
APM’s sealing boots are designed to protect your switches and potentiometers from
hostile environments without compromising,
or interfering with, the unit’s basic operation.
Each seal is made from tough, high tear-strength elastomer
resistant to most chemicals, lubricants, acids and solvents.
Standard colors are black and grey. Boots can be
color-matched to panel/function coding.
And each remains flexible over a wide operating temperature range … with many units rated at –94°F to +400°F.
Most toggle, pushbutton and rotary shaft models feature
a molded-in mounting nut, thus serving as both a reliable
seal and mechanical mounting. In addition each HEXSEAL®
and E-SEEL® features an integral proprietary sealing rib
which serves to seal the panel cutout in which the component is mounted … thus protecting behind-panel circuitry
from leakage or blow-by.
Full toggle, pushbutton and rocker switch boots completely envelop the front-of-panel switch mechanism, providing reliable protection even under high-pressure washdowns. Rotary shaft and half toggle/pushbutton seals (in
which the actuator protrudes) are designed to snugly hug
the actuator to protect against entry of moisture, oil, dirt,
dust, and other contaminants.
EMI/RFI and Armored Protection. For EMC-sensitive
applications, APM offers a number of boots with a built-in,
knitted Monel EMI/RFI shield. This integral shield guards
against spurious signals entering or leaving equipment
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Single-piece
design for
toggle, pushbutton, rocker or
rotary styles, in
any color
Mounting hole
Switch housing
through the switch mounting hole. Armored toggle and pushbutton switch seals are also available for those instances
where severe mechanical abuse is anticipated.
Millions in Use. APM HEXSEAL’s environmental sealing
boots represent more than 50 years of research and product development. Working closely with both switch users and
manufacturers, APM has developed an extensive family of
standard and custom boots for toggle, pushbutton, rocker
and rotary switches. Today APM’s environmental seals are
used around the world in a wide variety of industrial, commercial, and military applications. We would be pleased to
help you select a standard unit, or discuss a custom design
to satisfy your unique application needs.
Custom Designs. Should your requirement call for boots
not shown in this catalog, please contact us for design assistance. The solution often lies in an inexpensive variation of a
standard product.
All standard EMI/RFI boots feature a knitted Monel shield
© APM HEXSEAL CORP. 1999
Protects
against:
• Washdowns
• Salt water
• Oil and grease
• Dust and dirt
• Corrosion
• Fungus
• Cleaning solvents
• Acids
• Ozone
• Other harmful
environmental
contaminants
Typical Applications
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Marine/boating instruments
Chain saws
Power tools
Machine tools
Food processing equipment
Chemical processing equipment
Spas/hot tubs
Floor polishers
Vacuum cleaners
Carpet cleaning systems
Lawn tractors
Garden power tools
Off-road construction equipment
Portable test instruments
Forklift trucks
Golf carts
Snowmobiles
Jet skis
Mobile compressors
Airline jetways
Snow blowers
Farm equipment
Commercial laundry equipment
Construction elevators
Woodworking equipment
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Industrial control panels
Paint-spraying equipment
Automotive/truck exterior control
systems
Outdoor fuel dispensing systems
Tennis ball feeding machines
Mopeds/motorcycles
Medical equipment
Ski lift control panels
Industrial/commercial power
washers
“Crosswalk” control panels
Water pumping equipment
Ground support equipment
Wireless communications
equipment
Waste treatment equipment
Aircraft instrument panels
Pressure washers
Hand-held lanterns
Or any application requiring
environmental
protection for panel-mounted
switches or potentiometers
Features and Benefits
• UL and CSA-recognized HEXSEALS and E-SEELS … facilitate easier agency “listing” of the equipment in which
they are used.
• MIL-qualified … most HEXSEALS are QPL approved under MIL-B-5423.
• Rugged silicone rubber material … resists tearing and most environmental contaminants. Won’t discolor, yellow,
crack, or dry out.
• Perimeter sealing rib … seals the panel cutout in which the switch or potentiometer is mounted.
• Secondary inner seal … on many full toggle switch boots protects against entry of contaminants in the event the
upper portion of the boot is cut, torn, or punctured.
• High-strength rubber-to-metal bond … assures rubber will not peel away from the mounting nut.
• Pre-lubricated half-toggle, dual-seal full toggle, and rotary shaft boots … for easier installation on large diameter actuators.
• Vibration-resistant mounting … resists switch loosening due to vibration/shock.
• Wide operating temperature range … assures long-term performance in the toughest thermal environments.
• Black color … E-SEELS feature black anodized hardware and black silicone rubber for aesthetic compatibility.
• Wide range of available colors … in addition to standard gray, black, and clear transparent models, units can be
molded in an array of colors to meet your needs.
• Made in USA … to insure continuity of service throughout the year.
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3 Performance Levels to Choose From
APM HEXSEAL offers three distinct switch seal families from which to choose to meet your application’s price and
performance requirements.
HEXSEALS
E-SEELS
SNAP-SEELS
MILITARY-QUALIFIED
INDUSTRIAL GRADE
INDUSTRIALCOMMERCIAL GRADE
COMMERCIALCONSUMER GRADE
®
®
• QPL-listed versions available.
• High tear-strength silicone
rubber per ZZ-R-765
• Single-piece design
• –94°F to +400°F temperature
range
• Suitable for military and
industrial applications
• UL-listed and CSA-certified
• UL-listed and CSA certified
• High tear-strength silicone
rubber
• Single-piece construction
• –80°F to +400°F temperature
range
• Suitable for industrial and
commercial applications
®
• Neoprene rubber
• Two-piece design
• –65°F to +300°F temperature
range
• Suitable for commercial and
consumer applications
Accurate GPS navigation and mapping systems
Radio remote crane and hoist
controls
Portable water quality
instruments
Boat switch panels
ELEC-TRA-MATE® electric fishing reels
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Washdown industrial motor speed and
torque controls
Product Locator
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Rocker Switch Boots
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Insta ctions
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APM
HEXS
EAL
Installation Instructions
Qualified Products List
The following standard APM HEXSEALS are QPL-Listed, per QPL5423. Other QPL-listed products are available. Please
consult factory.
HEXSEALS
Military P/N
M5423/01-01 .
M5423/01-02 .
M5423/02-01 .
M5423/03-01 .
M5423/04-01 .
M5423/05-01 .
M5423/05-02 .
M5423/06-01 .
M5423/06-02 .
M5423/06-03 .
M5423/06-04 .
M5423/07-01 .
M5423/07-02 .
M5423/07-03 .
M5423/07-04 .
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APM P/N
N-1030 . .
IN1030RFI
N-1030B .
2030-B . .
N-5030 . .
N-5030L. .
N-5030R .
3070 . . .
3075 . . .
3073 . . .
3077 . . .
N-3030 . .
NC-3030 .
NH-3030 .
N-3040 . .
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Military P/N
M5423/07-05 .
M5423/07-06 .
M5423/07-07 .
M5423/07-08 .
M5423/07-09 .
M5423/07-10 .
M5423/07-11 .
M5423/07-12 .
M5423/09-01 .
M5423/09-02 .
M5423/09-03 .
M5423/09-04 .
M5423/09-05 .
M5423/09-06 .
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APM P/N
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NH-3030S. . . . . . . 8
N-3030RFI . . . . . . 9
NC-3030RFI . . . . . 9
NH-3030RFI . . . . . 9
N-3040RFI . . . . . . 9
NH-3030SRFI. . . . . 9
N-3030-2513 . . . . . 8
NC-3030-2513 . . . . 8
N-9030-1/8 . . . . . 11
N-9030-1/4 . . . . . 11
N-9040-1/8 . . . . . 11
N-9060-1/4 . . . . . 11
N-9065-3/8 . . . . . 11
N-9063-1/4 . . . . . 11
N-9030-1/8RFI. . . . 11
HEXSEALS
Military P/N
M5423/09-08 .
M5423/09-09 .
M5423/09-10 .
M5423/09-12 .
M5423/09-14 .
M5423/10-01 .
M5423/10-02 .
M5423/10-03 .
M5423/11-01 .
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APM P/N
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N-9030-1/4RFI. . . 11
N-9040-1/8RFI. . . 11
N-9060-1/4RFI. . . 11
N-9063-1/4RFI. . . 11
N-9033-1/4RFI. . . 11
N-5040G . . . . . . 8
N-5040R . . . . . . 8
N-5040 . . . . . . . 8
N-5032B . . . . . . 6
1112/7
HANDSET BOOTS
Military P/N
APM P/N
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M5423/15-01 . . . . . . 1211/13 . . . . . . 10
M5423/15-02 . . . . . . 1211/14 . . . . . . 10
M5423/15-03 . . . . . . 1211/31 . . . . . . 10
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Toggle Switch Boots
HEXSEAL® and E-SEEL® toggle switch boots are molded from a high tear-strength silicone rubber bonded to a built-in
mounting nut. Each encloses the base of the protruding switch bushing and forms a watertight and dust-tight seal against
the front panel surface.
SPECIFICATIONS
Material: HEXSEALS: Silicone rubber conforms to ZZ-R-765 Class III,
GR 50 (unless otherwise specified)
E-SEELS — Silicone rubber polymer type ASTM D 1418
Mounting Nut: HEXSEALS: Brass, nickel-plated
E-SEELS: Brass, black-oxide
Temperature Range: HEXSEALS: –94°F to +400°F
E-SEELS: –80°F to +400°F
Pressure Range: Exceeds 15 psi internal and 1500 psi external.
(N5032B: 10 psi)
Operational Life: 50,000 actuations (minimum).
Shelf Life: Excess of 25 years.
Resistant to: Salt spray, sunlight, ozone, weather, fungus, and most
acids and lubricating oils
Military Approvals: Most HEXSEALS are QPL-approved to
MIL-B-5423. (See QPL listing on page 5.)
Agency Recognition: E-SEELS and HEXSEALS are UL-listed to UL
Std. 50 types 1-13, and meet CSA standards.
Installation: Please see installation instructions on page 14.
HOW TO ORDER
Specify APM boot part number and, if necessary, the appropriate
bushing adaptor part number (please see page 14).
Full-Toggle Switch Boots (with constant I.D.)
Thread
Size
FIGURE 3
N-5030
N-5030L†
N-5030R
N-5030S
N-1030
N-1030 1/2-32
C1131/27
M6 (metric)
15
/32-32NS-2B
M12 (metric)
15
/32-32NS-2B
15
/32-32NS-2B
15
/32-32NS-2B
15
/32-32NS-2B
1
/2-32NS-2B
1
/2-32NS-2B
5
/8-32UNS-2B
15
/32-32NS-2B
Max.
Toggle
Height
Above
Bushing
(in.)
.37
.437
.812
.66
.66
.90
1.08
.66
.66
.78
.71
A
Throat
or I.D.
in.
.116
.210
.234
.219
.256
.219
.390
.219
.256
.187
.219
B
Height
mm
2.95
5.35
5.95
5.55
6.50
5.55
9.92
5.55
6.50
4.76
5.55
in.
.562
.625
.859
.844
.844
1.093
1.328
.844
.844
.844
.937
mm
14.30
15.88
21.83
21.44
21.44
27.77
33.37
21.44
21.44
21.44
23.80
C
Flat
in.
.352
.625
.625
.625
.625
.625
.625
.625
.625
.750
.625
mm
9.00
15.88
15.88
15.88
15.88
15.88
15.88
15.88
15.88
19.05
15.88
Color*
Gray
Gray
Gray
Gray
Gray
Gray
Black
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Figure 2
Military
Part
Number
APM
Boot
Part
Number
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M5423/01-02
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—
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1131/25
1131/33
1131/40
IN-1030
1131/31
1131/26
N-1002
IN-1030 1/2-32
1131/32
1131/23
C1131/28
Color*
Black
Gray
Black
Gray
Gray
Gray
Gray
Gray
Black
Gray
Black
E-SEEL
FIGURE 2
APM
Boot
Part
Number
E-SEEL
Max.
Toggle
A
Height
Throat
B
C
Military
Above
or I.D.
Height
Flat
Part
Bushing
Number
(in.)
in.
mm
in.
mm
in.
mm
1
/4-40NS-2B
.31
.104
2.64
.422
10.72
.375
9.58
M5423/04-01
1
/4-40NS-2B
.37
.062
1.53
.500
12.70
.375
9.52
M5423/05-01
1
/4-40NS-2B
.28
.062
1.58
.390
9.91
.375
9.52
M5423/05-02
1
/4-40NS-2B
.50
.062
1.58
.594
15.08
.375
9.52
—
15
/32-32NS-2B
.66
.219
5.55
.844
21.44
.625
15.88
M5423/01-01
1
/2-32NS-2B
.66
.219
5.55
.844
21.44
.625
15.88
—
15
/32-32NS-2B
.71
.219
5.55
.937
23.81
.625
15.88
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*Other colors available. Please consult factory. †Material conforms to ZZ-R-765 Class III, Gr. 25
Thread
Size
Figure 1
HEXSEAL
Full-Toggle Switch Boots (with integral secondary seal)
HEXSEAL
FIGURE 1
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*Other colors available. Please consult factory.
1
/4-40NS-2B
/32-32NS-2B
1
/2-32NS-2B
15
/32-32NS-2B
15
A
Throat
or I.D.
in.
.047
.078
.078
.078
mm
1.19
1.98
1.98
1.98
*Other colors available. Please consult factory.
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B
Height
in.
.250
.437
.437
.437
mm
6.35
11.10
11.10
11.10
C
Flat
in.
.375
.625
.625
.625
Military
Part
Number
mm
9.53
15.88
15.88
15.88
M5423/11-01
M5423/02-01
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††Material conforms to ZZ-R-765, Class II, GR. 40.
Figure 3
APM
Boot
Part
Number
N-5032B††
N-1030B
N-1030B1/2-32
C1132/20
Color*
Gray
Gray
Gray
Black
E-SEEL
Thread
Size
Toggle
Diameter
Accommodated
(in.)
.062-.188
.155-.240
.155-.240
.155-.240
HEXSEAL
Half-Toggle Switch Boots (toggle actuator protrudes)
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Max.
Toggle
Thread
Height
Size
Above
Bushing
(in.)
15
/32-32NS-2B
.66
A
Throat
or I.D.
in.
.219
Figure 4
B
Height
mm
5.55
in.
.875
C
Flat
mm
21.44
in.
.625
Military
Part
Number
APM
Boot
Part
Number
—
N-1030A
mm
15.88
Color
Gray
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E-SEEL
Armored Full Toggle Boots
HEXSEAL
FIGURE 4
Nickel plated brass cap bonded to boot.
Thread
Size
1
/4-40NS-2B
/32-32NS-2B
1
/2-32NS-2B
1
/4-40NS-2B
1
/4-40NS-2B
15
Max.
Toggle
Height
Above
Bushing
(in.)
.36
.66
.66
.28
.50
A
Throat
or I.D.
in.
.062
.219
.219
.062
.062
Figure 5
B
Height
mm
1.58
5.55
5.55
1.58
1.58
in.
.500
.844
.844
.390
.594
C
Flat
mm
12.70
21.44
21.44
9.90
15.08
in.
.375
.625
.625
.375
.375
mm
9.52
15.88
15.88
9.52
9.52
Military
Part
Number
APM
Boot
Part
Number
—
M5423/01-02
—
—
—
N-5030L RFI
IN-1030 RFI
IN-1030 RFI 1/2-32
N-5030R RFI
N-5030S RFI
Color*
Gray
Gray
Gray
Gray
Gray
•
•
•
•
•
E-SEEL
EMI/RFI Shielded Full Toggle Boots
HEXSEAL
FIGURE 5
*Other colors available. Please consult factory.
All standard EMI/RFI boots feature a knitted Monel shield. RFI/EMI shielded boots have an operational life of 15,000 actuations (minimum)
Back-of-Panel Mounted Toggle Switch Boots
FIGURE 7
Width
inch
.750
mm
19.05
C
Clearance
Boot Hole
Diameter
inch
mm
.510
12.95
Military
Part
Number
APM Boot
Part
Number
Color*
—
2030
Gray
•
Half Toggle Boot (Toggle Actuator Protrudes)
A
Throat
or I.D.
D
Distance
Between
Mtg. Holes
inch
mm
inch
mm
inch
mm
.093
2.38
.500
12.70 1.813 46.04
*Other colors available. Please consult factory.
B
Height
Width
inch
.750
mm
19.05
C
Clearance
Boot Hole
Diameter
inch
mm
.510
12.95
E-SEEL
D
Distance
Between
Mtg. Holes
inch
mm
inch
mm
inch
mm
.315
7.91
.938
23.82 1.813 46.04
*Other colors available. Please consult factory.
B
Height
Figure 7
Military
Part
Number
APM Boot
Part
Number
Color*
M5423/03-01
2030B
Gray
•
DIMENSIONS FOR REFERENCE ONLY.
7
E-SEEL
A
Throat
or I.D.
Figure 6
HEXSEAL
Full Toggle Boot
HEXSEAL
FIGURE 6
Pushbutton Boots
HEXSEAL® and E-SEEL® push button boots are molded from a high tear-strength silicone rubber bonded to a built-in
mounting nut. Each encloses the base of the protruding switch bushing and forms a watertight and dust-tight seal against
the front panel surface.
SPECIFICATIONS
Material: HEXSEALS: Silicone rubber conforms to ZZ-R-765 Class III,
Gr. 60 unless otherwise specified.
E-SEELS: Silicone rubber polymer type ASTM D1418.
Mounting Nut: HEXSEALS: Brass, nickel-plated (unless otherwise
noted)
E-SEELS: Brass, black-oxide
Temperature Range: HEXSEALS: –94°F to +400°F
E-SEELS: –80°F to +400°F
Pressure Range: Exceeds 15 psi internal and 1500 psi external.
Operational Life: 50,000 actuations (minimum)
Shelf Life: In excess of 25 years
Resistant to: Salt spray, sunlight, ozone, weather, fungus, and most
acids and lubricating oils
Military Approvals: Most HEXSEALS are QPL-approved to
MIL-B-5423. (See QPL listing on page 5.)
Agency Recognition: E-SEELS and HEXSEALS are UL-listed to UL
Std. 50 types 1-13, and meet CSA standards.
Installation: Please see installation instructions on page 14.
HOW TO ORDER
Specify APM boot part number and, if necessary, the appropriate
bushing adaptor part number (please see page 14).
FIGURE 8 Full Pushbutton Boots
FIGURE 9
C
A
8-40 NS-2B
8-40 NS-2B
1
/4-32NS-2B
1
/4-32NS-2B
1
/4-40NS-2B
1
/4-40NS-2B
1
/4-40NS-2B
5
/16-32UNEF-2B
3
/8-27NS-2B
3
/8-32NEF-2B
7
/16-28UNEF-2B
7
/16-32UN-2B
15
/32-32NS-2B
15
/32-32NS-2B
15
/32-32NS-2B
15
/32-32NS-2B
1
/2-32NS-2B
1
/2-32NS-2B
1
/2-32NS-2B
5
/8-24NEF-2B
15
/32-32NS-2B
15
/32-32NS-2B
inch
.226
.297
.313
.531
.313
.313
.531
.359
.653
.653
.719
.719
.547
.547
.719
.719
.547
.547
.734
.609
.547
.719
mm
5.70
7.54
7.94
13.49
7.94
7.94
13.49
9.13
16.60
16.60
18.26
18.26
13.89
13.89
18.26
18.26
13.89
13.89
18.65
15.48
13.89
18.26
B
Flat
inch mm
.250
6.35
.250
6.35
.375
9.53
.375
9.53
.375
9.53
.375
9.53
.375
9.53
.437 11.11
.500 12.70
.500 12.70
.625 15.88
.625 15.88
.625 15.88
.625 15.88
.625 15.88
.625 15.88
.625 15.88
.625 15.88
.625 15.88
.750 19.05
.625 15.88
.625 15.88
C
I.D.
inch
mm
.125
3.18
.120
3.18
.188
4.76
.125
3.18
.188
4.76
.188
4.76
.125
3.18
.156
3.97
.300
7.60
.300
7.60
.422 10.72
.422 10.72
.422 10.72
.422 10.72
.422 10.72
.422 10.72
.422 10.72
.422 10.72
.422 10.72
.515 13.10
.422 10.72
.422 10.72
Military
Part
Number
—
SCL6303A-03
M5423/10-01
—
M5423/10-03
M5423/10-02
—
—
—
—
—
—
M5423/07-01
M5423/07-11
M5423/07-02
M5423/07-12
M5423/07-03
M5423/07-05
—
M5423/07-04
—
—
B
O.D.
inch mm
.641 16.27
.766 19.45
.641 16.27
.641 16.27
.641 16.27
.641 16.27
C
I.D.
inch
mm
.320
8.11
.375
9.53
.320
8.11
.320
8.11
.320
8.11
.320
8.11
Military
Part
Number
—
—
—
—
—
—
B
Flat
inch mm
.625 15.88
.625 15.88
.625 15.88
C
I.D.
inch
mm
.344
8.73
.344
8.73
.344
8.73
Military
Part
Number
—
—
—
APM Boot
Part Number
Color*
1231/17
N5045
N5040G
1231/32
N5040
N5040R
1231/31
1231/27
1231/8
1231/35
NC3030 7/16-28
NC3030 7/16-32
N3030
N3030-2513
NC3030
NC3030-2513
NH3030
NH3030S
NC3030H
N3040
C1231/41
C1231/42
Gray
Gray
Gray
Gray
Gray
Gray
Gray
Gray
Gray
Clear
Clear
Gray
Gray
Clear
Gray
Clear
Gray
Gray
Gray
Gray
Black
Black
E-SEEL
Figure 8
A
HEXSEAL
Thread
Size
Max. Plunger
Height
inch
mm
.118
3.00
.188
4.76
.203
5.16
.453 11.51
.141
3.57
.203
5.16
.344 11.51
.212
5.41
.545 13.80
.545 13.80
.438 11.11
.438 11.11
.281
7.14
.281
7.14
.438 11.11
.438 11.11
.281
7.14
.188
4.76
.469 11.91
.281
7.14
.281
7.14
.438 11.11
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Thread
Size
3
/8-27NS-2B
/32-32NS-2B
/8-24NF-2B
3
/8-27NS-2B
3
/8-27NS-2B
3
/8-32NEF-2B
15
FIGURE 10
3
A
inch
.609
.719
.609
.609
.609
.609
mm
15.48
18.26
15.48
15.48
15.48
15.48
APM Boot
Part Number
Color*
1221/12
1221/15
C1221/22
C1221/21
C1221/21 4
C1221/23
Gray
Gray
Clear
Black
Clear
Clear
E-SEEL
Aluminum insert
Max. Plunger
Height
inch
mm
.330
8.38
.400 10.14
.330
8.38
.330
8.38
.330
8.38
.330
8.38
HEXSEAL
Figure 9
B
•
•
•
•
•
•
Mounting nut material: Aluminum
7
/16-28UNEF-2B
/16-32UN-2B
/32-32NS-2B
7
15
inch
mm
.797 20.24
.797 20.24
.797 20.24
*Other colors available. Please consult factory.
8
APM Boot
Part Number
7
NC3030FL /16-28
NC3030FL 7/16-32
NC3030FL
Color*
Gray
Gray
Gray
•
•
•
E-SEEL
Thread
Size
A
HEXSEAL
Figure 10
Max. Plunger
Height
inch
mm
.313
7.94
.313
7.94
.313
7.94
5
/8-27NS-2A
/8-24NEF-2A
/8-27NS-2A
5
/8-24NEF-2A
5
5
A
inch
.906
.906
.906
.906
Figure 11
B
C
O.D.
Inside Thread
inch
mm
1
.875 22.23
/2-32NS-2B
1
/2-32NS-2B
.875 22.23
1
/2-32NS-2B
.875 22.23
1
.875 22.23
/2-32NS-2B
mm
23.03
23.02
23.02
23.02
Military
Part
Number
M5423/06-01†
M5423/06-03
M5423/06-02†
M5423/06-04
APM Boot
Part Number
3070
3073
3075
3077
Color*
Gray
Gray
Gray
Gray
•
•
•
•
E-SEEL
Outside
Thread
PlungerBushing
Height
inch
mm
.438 11.11
.438 11.11
.688 17.46
.688 17.46
HEXSEAL
FIGURE 11 Panel-Mounted Full Pushbutton Boots
*Other colors available. Please consult factory. †Inactive for new designs.
Material conforms to ZZ-R-765 Class III, Gr. 50.
7
/16-28NS-2B
/16-32UN-2B
15
/32-32NS-2B
1
/2-32NS-2B
7
A
Height
inch
mm
.547
13.89
.547
13.89
.547
13.89
.547
13.89
B
Flat
inch
.625
.625
.625
.625
C
Throat
inch
mm
.250
6.35
.250
6.35
.250
6.35
.250
6.35
mm
15.88
15.88
15.88
15.88
Military
Part
Number
—
—
—
—
APM Boot
Part Number
N3030B 7/16-28
N3030B 7/16-32
N3030B
NH3030B
Color*
Clear
Clear
Clear
Clear
E-SEEL
Thread
Size
Figure 12
HEXSEAL
FIGURE 12 Half-Pushbutton Boots (Pushbutton Actuator Protrudes)
•
•
•
•
*Other colors available. Please consult factory
15
15
/32-32NS-2B
/32-32NS-2B
A
inch
.984
.984
mm
25.00
25.00
Figure 13
B
Flat
inch mm
.750 19.05
.750 19.05
C
I.D.
inch
mm
.422 10.72
.422 10.72
Military
Part
Number
—
—
APM Boot
Part Number
Color
1238/1 SS
1238/5* SS
††
††
•
•
E-SEEL
Thread
Size
Plunger
Height
inch
mm
.438 11.11
.438 11.11
HEXSEAL
FIGURE 13 Armored Pushbutton Boots
*P/N 1238/5 features a 11/4" diameter actuator button.
††Stainless steel housing with silicone boot.
FIGURE 14 EMI/RFI Shielded Full Pushbutton Boots
15
/32-32NS-2B
/32-32NS-2B
/2-32NS-2B
1
/2-32NS-2B
5
/8-24NEF-2B
1
/2-32NS-2B
15
1
mm
7.14
11.11
7.14
4.76
7.14
11.91
inch
.547
.719
.547
.547
.609
.734
mm
13.89
18.26
13.89
13.89
15.48
18.65
B
Flat
inch
.625
.625
.625
.625
.750
.625
mm
15.88
15.88
15.88
15.88
19.05
15.88
Figure 14
C
I.D.
inch
.422
.422
.422
.422
.516
.422
mm
10.72
10.72
10.72
10.72
13.10
10.72
Military
Part
Number
M5423/07-06
M5423/07-07
M5423/07-08
M5423/07-10
M5423/07-09
—
APM Boot
Part Number
Color*
N3030RFI
NC3030RFI
NH3030RFI
NH3030SRFI
N3040RFI
NC3030HRFI
Gray
Gray
Gray
Gray
Gray
Gray
E-SEEL
inch
.281
.438
.281
.188
.281
.469
A
HEXSEAL
Thread
Size
Plunger
Height
•
•
•
•
•
•
*Other colors available. Please consult factory.
All standard EMI/RFI boots feature a molded knitted Monel shield. EMI/RFI shielded pushbutton boots have an operational life of 15,000
actuations (minimum)
Back-of-Panel Mounted Pushbutton Boots
inch
mm
inch
mm
.531
13.49 .453
11.51
.438
11.11 .359
9.13
this group conform to ZZ-R-765
D
Hole
Width
Locations
inch
mm
inch
mm
1.813 46.04 .750 19.05
1.813 46.04 .750 19.05
Class III, Gr. 50.
Military
Part
Number
APM Boot
Part Number
Color
—
—
3050
3051
Clear
Clear
•
•
FIGURE 16 Half Pushbutton Boots (Pushbutton Actuator Protrudes)
D
A
B
C
Hole
Width
Height
O.D.
Throat
Locations
inch
mm
inch
mm
inch
mm
inch
mm
inch
mm
.578 14.68 .531
13.49 .156
3.97 1.813 46.04 .750 19.05
Part numbers in this group conform to ZZ-R-765 Class III, Gr. 50.
Figure 16
Military
Part
Number
APM Boot
Part Number
Color
—
3050B
Clear
DIMENSIONS FOR REFERENCE ONLY.
9
E-SEEL
C
•
E-SEEL
inch
mm
.906 23.02
.399 10.13
Part numbers in
B
O.D.
HEXSEAL
A
Height
Figure 15
HEXSEAL
FIGURE 15 Full Pushbutton Boots
Indicator & Illuminated Pushbutton Switch Seals
HEXSEAL® indicator and lighted pushbutton switch boots are molded from RUBRGLAS™, APM’s proprietary transparent
silicone rubber formulation, bonded to a threaded metal insert. Each encloses the base of the protruding indicator or
lighted pushbutton switch bushing and forms a watertight and dust-tight seal against the front panel surface.
FIGURE 17 RUBRGLAS® Seals
Figure 17
B
Height
C
Boot O.D.
Thread
Fits Indicator Military
APM Boot
Part
Color
Size
Light #
Part Number
inch
mm
inch
mm
inch
mm
Number
11/16-32NS-2B 1.000 25.40
.750 19.04 .712 18.08
MS-25041
—
4082
Clear
11/16-32NS-2B 1.000 25.40 1.000 25.40 .712 18.08
—
—
4086
Clear
13/16-32NS-2B 1.125 28.58
.812 20.64 .843 21.43
—
—
4080
Clear
7/8-32NS-2B
1.125 28.58
.812 20.64 .858 21.79
—
—
4085
Clear
.850-24NS-2B
1.125 28.58
.812 20.64 .838 21.28
—
—
4088
Clear
RUBRGLAS™ seals have an operational life of 30,000 actuations (minimum), and a pressure rating of 15 psi internal/external.
Note: See page 15 for example of custom designed seals for lighted pushbutton switches.
DIMENSIONS FOR REFERENCE ONLY.
C
B
HEXSEAL
A
Width
•
•
•
•
•
A
Matching Colorizing Incandescent
Lamp Filters Available
APM HEXSEAL also offers a broad range of silicone colorizing filters for miniature
incandescent lamps. These easy-to-install filters turn a white/clear lamp into a
colored indicator. Ask for SiliKrome® catalog SK100.
Handset Switch Boots
Ideal for wireless communications applications, HEXSEAL®
handset switch boots are engineered to rugged
specifications, withstanding a minimum of half a million
actuations.
SPECIFICATIONS
FIGURES 18, 19 & 20
DESCRIPTION
A
Microphone M52, Handset H33/PT
Handset H189
Handset H250
*Other colors available. Please consult factory.
inch
.652
.406
.576
B
mm
16.5
10.4
14.6
inch
2.248
1.300
.808
D
Hole
Locations
C
mm
57.1
33.0
20.5
inch
2.148
1.250
.718
mm
54.5
31.7
18.2
inch
2.594
3.380
1.500
FIGURE 18
Microphone M52, Handset H33/PT
Part No. 1211/13
Handset H189
Part No. 1211/14
inch
.612
.700
.687
mm
15.5
11.3
17.5
APM
Part
Number
Color*
M5423/15-01
M5423/15-02
M5423/15-03
1211/13
1211/14
1211/31
Gray
Black
Black
•
•
•
FIGURE 20
Handset H250
Part No. 1211/31
B
C
B
C
A
10
mm
66.0
85.9
38.0
Military
Part Number
FIGURE 19
B
C
D
2.828
Width
HEXSEAL
Material: Boot: Silicone rubber. Conforms to ZZ-R-765 Class III, Gr. 50
Temperature Range: –94°F to +400°F
Shelf Life: Excess of 25 years.
Operational Life: 500,000 actuations, minimum.
Resistant to: Salt spray, weather, sunlight, ozone and most acids
Military Specifications: Most Hexseal products are QPL approved
under Mil-B-5423. For QPL listing, see page 5.
A
A
D
3.661
DIMENSIONS FOR REFERENCE ONLY.
D
1.953
Rotary Shaft Seals
For Switches &
Potentiometers
HEXSEAL® and E-SEEL® rotary shaft seals are molded from a high tear-strength silicone rubber bonded to a built-in
mounting nut. Each seal surrounds the rotary shaft and forms a watertight and dust-tight seal against the shaft and front
panel surface.
SPECIFICATIONS
Material: HEXSEALS: Silicone rubber conforms to ZZ-R-765 Class III, GR
60 (unless otherwise specified)
E-SEELS: Silicone rubber polymer type ASTM D 1418
Mounting Nut: HEXSEALS: Brass, nickel-plated
E-SEELS: Brass, black oxide
Temperature Range: HEXSEALS: –94°F to +400°F
E-SEELS: –80°F to +400°F
Pressure Range: Exceeds 15 psi internal and 1500 psi external
Operational Life: 50,000 actuations, minimum
Shelf Life: In excess of 25 years
Resistant to: Salt spray, sunlight, ozone, weather, fungus and most acids
and lubricating oils
Military Approvals: Most HEXSEALS are QPL-approved under
MIL-B-5423 (see QPL listing on page 5)
Agency Recognition: E-SEELS and HEXSEALS are UL-listed to UL
Std. 50 types 1-13, and meet CSA standards
Installation: Please see installation instructions on page 14.
HOW TO ORDER
Specify APM boot part number and, if necessary, the appropriate bushing
adaptor part number (please see page 14).
1
/4-28NF2B
/4-32NEF-2B
3
/8-32NEF-2B
3
/8-32NEF-2B
3
/8-32NEF-2B
3
/8-32NEF-2B
15
/32-32NS-2B
1
/2-32NS-2B
5
/8-24NEF-2B
5
/8-24NEF-2B
3
/8-32NEF-2B
1
A
Shaft Size
inch
mm
.125
3.18
.125
3.18
.125
3.18
.188
4.78
.250
6.35
.250
6.35
.250
6.35
.250
6.35
.375
9.53
.500
12.70
.250
6.35
B
Height
inch
mm
.219
5.56
.219
5.56
.219
5.56
.219
5.56
.219
5.56
.359
9.12
.219
5.56
.219
5.56
.219
5.56
.219
5.56
.219
5.56
C
Flat
inch
.375
.375
.500
.500
.500
.500
.625
.625
.750
.750
.500
Military
Part
Number
—
M5423/09-03
M5423/09-01
—
M5423/09-02
—
M5423/09-04
M5423/09-06
M5423/09-05
—
—
mm
9.53
9.53
12.70
12.70
12.70
12.70
15.88
15.88
19.05
19.05
12.70
APM Boot
Part Number
Color*
N9042 x 1/8
N9040 x 1/8
N9030 x 1/8
N9030 x 3/16
N9030 x 1/4
N9033 x 1/4
N9060 x 1/4
N9063 x 1/4
N9065 x 3/8
N9065 x 1/2
C1332/40
Gray
Gray
Gray
Gray
Gray
Gray
Gray
Gray
Gray
Gray
Black
E-SEEL
Thread Size
Figure 21
HEXSEAL
FIGURE 21 Rotary Shaft Seals
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
*Other colors available. Please consult factory.
Military
Part
Number
M5423/09-09
M5423/09-07
M5423/09-08
M5423/09-14
M5423/09-10
M5423/09-11†
M5423/09-12
—
—
—
APM Boot
Part Number
1
N9040 x /8 RFI
N9030 x 1/8 RFI
N9030 x 1/4 RFI
N9033 x 1/4 RFI
N9060 x 1/4 RFI
N9065 x 3/8 RFI
N9063 x 1/4 RFI
N9042 x 1/8 RFI
NLK9030 x 1/8 RFI
NLK9030 x 1/4 RFI
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Figure 23
C
Flat
inch mm
.500 12.70
.625 15.88
.625 15.88
Lock Nut
O.D.
inch
mm
.344
8.74
.469 11.91
.469 11.91
Military
Part
Number
APM Boot
Part Number
—
—
—
NLK9040 x 1/8
NLK9030 x 1/8
NLK9030 x 1/4
DIMENSIONS FOR REFERENCE ONLY.
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Color*
Gray
Gray
Gray
•
•
•
E-SEEL
A
B
Shaft Size
Height
Thread Size
inch
mm
inch mm
1
/4-32NS-2B
.125
3.18 .500 12.70
3
/8-32NS-2B
.125
3.18 .531 13.49
3
/8-32NS-2B
.250
6.35 .531 13.49
*Other colors available. Please consult factory.
Gray
Gray
Gray
Gray
Gray
Gray
Gray
Gray
Gray
Gray
HEXSEAL
FIGURE 23 Locking Rotary Shaft Seals
Color*
E-SEEL
Figure 22
A
B
C
Shaft Size
Height
Flat
Thread Size
inch
mm
inch
mm
inch
mm
1
/4-32NF2B
.125
3.18
.219
5.56
.375
9.53
3
/8-32NEF-2B
.125
3.18
.219
5.56
.500
12.70
3
/8-32NEF-2B
.250
6.35
.219
5.56
.500
12.70
3
/8-32NEF-2B
.250
6.35
.359
9.12
.500
12.70
15
/32-32NS-2B
.250
6.35
.219
5.56
.625
15.88
5
/8-24NEF-2B
.375
9.53
.219
5.56
.750
19.05
1
/2-32NS-2B
.250
6.35
.219
5.56
.625
15.88
1
/4-28NF-2B
.125
3.18
.219
5.56
.375
9.53
3
/8-32NEF-2B
.125
3.18
.531
13.49
.625
15.88
3
/8-32NEF-2B
.250
6.35
.531
13.49
.625
15.88
*Other colors available. Please consult factory. †Inactive for new designs.
All Standard RFI/EMI boots feature knitted Monel wire shields.
HEXSEAL
FIGURE 22 RFI/EMI Shielded Rotary Shaft Seals
Rocker Switch Boots
E-SEEL® (Rock-R-Seel™) rocker switch boots are molded from RUBRGLAS™ — APM’s proprietary high tear-strength,
transparent silicone rubber. These durable and flexible boots seal out dust, dirt, and moisture … without compromising
switch operability, position status viewing or legend visibility. Each is designed to fully enclose the switch bezel, while our
unique molded-in “panel sealing rib” forms a watertight and dust-tight seal against the front panel surface.
5
SPECIFICATIONS
6
Material: APM RUBRGLAS™ (transparent silicone rubber), polymer
type, ASTM D1418
Temperature Range: –80°F to +400°F
Operational Life: 50,000 actuations (minimum)
Resistant to: Salt spray, sunlight, ozone, weather, fungus, and most
acids and lubricating oils
Agency Recognition: Rock-R-Seels™ are UL-listed to UL Std. 50,
types 1, 2, 4R, 5, 12, 12K, 13, and meet CSA
standards
Shelf Life: Excess of 25 years
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1
2
3
HOW TO ORDER
4
Specify APM boot part number.
PHOTOS 1-7
Dimensions
Photo
#
E-SEEL
Part #
A
B
C
D
E
in.
mm
in.
mm
in.
mm
in.
mm
in.
mm
Compatible with
These Rocker Switch
Manufacturers
(Partial List)
1
C1111/7
.359
9.13
.609
15.48
.937
23.81
1.703
43.26
.900
22.87
Consult Factory
2
C1113/62
.297
7.54
.797
20.24
.687
17.46
1.093
27.78
.968
24.61
Arrow Hart – 2600 Series
3
C1113/63
.297
7.54
.406
10.32
.687
17.46
1.093
27.78
.515
13.10
Arrow Hart – 2600 Series
4
C1113/66
.228
5.79
.348
8.84
.531
13.46
.750
19.05
.531
13.49
Carlingswitch #621
5
C1113/70
.297
7.54
.437
11.11
.875
22.23
1.218
30.96
.640
16.27
Carlingswitch
RSC Series
6
C1113/71
.413
10.49
.687
17.46
1.046
26.59
1.327
36.51
.703
17.86
Carlingswitch
M Series
Airpax
R11
Eaton/Heinemann
LC-1
Potter W-33 Carling LTI6
C1113/80
.560
14.22
.750
19.05
1.375
34.92
1.750
44.45
.900
22.86
7
C1113/75
.413
10.49
.687
17.46
1.046
26.59
1.437
36.51
1.390
35.32
Carlingswitch
M Series
Airpax
R21
Eaton/Heinemann
LC-2
Not
Shown
C1213/53
C1213/60
.312
.350
9.14
10.16
.700
1.000
19.81
21.08
.700
.820
19.81
21.08
1.120
1.120
29.21
29.21
.800
.800
23.11
23.11
Oslo
Oslo
DIMENSIONS FOR REFERENCE ONLY.
S Series
S Series
Carlingswitch
M Series Rocker Actuator Switch
with C1113/71 E-SEEL
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Economy Switch Seals
SNAPSEELS
®
SPECIFICATIONS
SNAPSEELS® combine economy with
performance for more moderate
temperature conditions and lower-demand
commercial-grade applications. Each
consists of a molded neoprene boot which
snaps over a specially designed
shouldered mounting nut. These
inexpensive boots are an ideal way to
protect switches and potentiometers
against dust, dirt, grease and moderate
amounts of moisture.
Material: Boot: Neoprene.
Color: Black (other materials and colors available on special order.)
Temperature Range: –65°F to +300°F
Shelf Life: 2 years.
Mounting Nut: Aluminum (see table below)
Installation: A. Mount the switch using SNAPSEEL shouldered mounting nut.
B. Press SNAPSEEL over switch actuator and snap over nut.
HOW TO ORDER
Select boot to fit switch type and dimensions. Choose shouldered mounting nut to mate
with selected boot. SEE TABLE BELOW FOR SHOULDERED MOUNTING NUT
OPTION. For example: When ordering a pushbutton boot PN 1211/10, also order its
companion shouldered mounting nut P/N 2120/122/1.
Pushbutton Boots
Part No. 1211/10
Pushbutton Height from panel: Up to 9/16"
Pushbutton Diameter: Up to 1/4"
Bushing Diameter: 15/32" maximum
Part No. 1211/5
Pushbutton Height from panel: Up to 9/16"
Pushbutton Diameter: Up to 1/4"
Bushing Diameter: 3/8" maximum
Part No. 1211/32
Pushbutton Height from panel: Up to 19/64"
Pushbutton Diameter: Up to 1/8"
Bushing Diameter: 1/4" maximum
P/N 1211/10
P/N 1211/32
P/N 1211/5
Toggle Switch Boots
Part No. 1111/4
Bat Handle Height from panel: 7/8"
Bat Handle Diameter: Up to 1/4"
Bushing Diameter: 15/32" maximum
Part No. 1111/9
Subminiature Toggle Boot
Bat Handle Heights from panel: Up to 9/16"
Bat Handle Diameter: Up to 1/8"
Bushing Diameter: 1/4" maximum
P/N 1111/4
P/N 1111/9
Rotary Shaft Boots
Part No. 1312/7
Shaft Diameter: 1/4" nominal
Bushing Diameter: 3/8" maximum
Part No. 1312/8
Shaft Diameter: 1/8" nominal
Bushing Diameter: 1/4" maximum
P/N 1312/7
SNAPSEEL™ Shouldered Mounting Nut
Selection Chart
TO INSURE PROPER DESIGN
FUNCTION, SNAPSEEL MUST BE
USED WITH APM SHOULDER TYPE
NUT (SEE CHART FOR SIZES).
METRIC THREAD AVAILABLE
ON REQUEST.
MATERIAL: ALUMINUM
P/N 1312/8
APM Part No.
(Shouldered Nut)
Bushing
Thread Size*
For use with
SNAPSEEL P/N
A
Dimensions
B
C
2120/122/1
15/32-32
1211/10, 1111/4
17/32"
3/32"
11/64"
5/8"
2120/122/2
3/8-27
1211/5, 1312/7
13/32"
3/32"
11/64"
1/2"
2120/122/3
3/8-32
1211/5, 1312/7
13/32"
3/32"
11/64"
1/2"
2120/122/5
2120/122/6
2120/122/7
2120/122/9
2120/122/10
1/4-40
M6 x .75
10-48
1/4-32
12-24
1211/32
1111/9
1312/8
9/32"
3/64"
3/32"
5/16"
*Other thread sizes available. Please consult factory.
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D
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
FOR
THREADED HEXSEAL & E-SEEL BOOTS
®
®
IMPORTANT — CAUTION
STEP 3: THREAD RULE
DIMENSION A
3 to 4 threads (maximum) for
all toggle pushbutton
and rotary shaft seals
(except N5000 series).
A
Mounting Hole
Mounting Hole
Panel
Back-Up Nut
Switch Housing
2 to 3 threads (maximum) for
N5000 series.
Switch Housing
For proper installation of these boots, follow these five sequential
steps. It is EXTREMELY IMPORTANT that the number of threads on
the switch/potentiometer bushing EXPOSED ABOVE THE FRONT
PANEL SURFACE be within the recommendation (see chart
above). Failure to respect these maximums may result in boot
damage (such as tearing).
A
Mounting Hole
Panel
Back-Up Nut
Switch or Potentiometer Housing
STEP 1. Remove front mounting nut from switch bushing.
STEP 2. Put threaded bushing through panel.
STEP 3. Adjust back-up nut to allow the specified number of threads
to protrude past front of panel (see Dimension “A” above).
STEP 4. If needed, install appropriate bushing adaptor.
STEP 5. Install switch boot in place of front mounting nut.
..
.
RECOMMENDED INSTALLATION TOOLS:
Six point hex socket wrench.
Spintite.
Adjustable wrench (without serrated jaws).
Threaded Bushing Adaptors
Inside (Bushing)
Thread Size
(Class 2B)
Outside (Boot)
Thread Size
(Class 2A)
APM
Part
Number
3/8-32
15/32-32
1/2-32
15/32-32
1/2-24
5/8-24
5/8-24
3/4-32
3/4-20
15/32-32
11/16-32
11/16-32
13/16-32
13/16-32
13/16-32
7/8-32
7/8-32
7/8-32
2500/1/5*
2500/1/7
2500/1/10
2500/1/8
2500/1/9
2500/1/11
2500/1/12
2500/1/13*
2500/1/14*
14
*5/32" thick.
Additional sizes, including metric, available. Please consult factory.
Material: Plated Brass
*Unless otherwise noted.
Custom Switch Boots & Seals…
APM HEXSEAL tailors special boots for special needs. If your application requires boots not shown in this catalog,
please call us for custom design assistance. Your need may be satisfied by an inexpensive variation of a standard product or mold. Whether your application calls for custom colors, other bushing/bezel sizes, alternative boot materials or a
totally custom design, let us know. We have satisfied diverse requirements including full seals for an array of switches,
transparent panel meter boots, and electronic connector seals.
Pick a Shape … Any Shape …
For over fifty years, we’ve tackled a myriad of product-environmental sealing boot
configuration challenges. Drawing on our experience with a wide range of exotic
elastomers and high-precision molding, and using the latest computer-aided technology,
APM has provided practical and economical solutions for the military, industrial and
commercial markets. We welcome the opportunity to provide design assistance. Send us
your product, specifications or drawings, and we’ll gladly quote.
single-piece silicone rubber keypad seal
… Any Application
Shown at right are two examples of
custom-designed silicone seals for use
indoors or out. At top, a single-piece
clear silicone rubber seal designed to
protect delicate circuitry of the outdoormounted controls for a sophisticated
audio system from hostile contaminants
such as water, dust, dirt and pollen.
Silicone rubber preserves tactile feel of
buttons for smooth operation. Below, a
single-piece tri-color (black, green and
clear) silicone rubber seal designed for a
remote automotive keyless entry control.
With extensive experience in designing
and molding a wide range of elastomers,
APM specializes in developing costeffective sealing solutions for electrical
and electronic applications.
Lighted Pushbutton Switches & Indicators
These custom seals protect STACOSWITCH’s Series 90 lighted pushbutton switches and indicators from
penetration from fog, snow, salt spray, sand and dust. Resistant to kerosene, salt water, alcohol and light
detergents, these watertight seals also assure the pushbutton remains attached to the switch under highimpact shocks up to 1,500 Gs. Just another example of how APM sealing boots help heighten the
performance and reliability of your product.
Armored Toggle &
Pushbutton Seals
Having all the same sealing characteristics of our standard silicone sealing boots,
our armored versions feature a stainless
steel actuator that won’t rust/corrode and
meets the stringent requirements of the
medical and food processing industries. In
addition, the large actuator is ideal for
applications where operators wear work
or surgical gloves. These easy-to-install
units are reusable, less costly, and seal
the panel cutout in which the switch is
mounted.
Custom Keypads
You’re looking at one of many variations of
keypad seals used in telecommunications,
security, medical, industrial and other
applications where environmental
protection is essential for long-term,
reliable equipment performance.
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Also available
from APM
Hexseal: a
complete line of
Environmental
Sealing Boots
for Circuit
Breakers.
UL Recognized Component
Also meets Canadian requirements
Ask for Catalog CB
Learn more about our other standard and custom products…
Ask for these catalogs:
Circuit Breaker Boots
Catalog CB
Custom Elastomeric Seals
Catalog CS
Incandescent Lamp Colorizing
Filters • Catalog SK
Self-Sealing Fasteners
Catalog SF200
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