Eaton M22 Rotary Actuator, 3-Position, Latching, Black Knob with Silver Bezel 284395

Control panel builders and machine operators use the Eaton M22 rotary actuator to switch between three distinct circuit states with a simple 90° turn. The black knob with its metallic silver bezel fits a standard 22.5 mm mounting hole and is built for industrial control panels, conveyor systems, and packaging machinery where a maintained (latching) selector switch is required.

Key specifications

• Series: Eaton M22
• Number of positions: 3
• Switching angle: 90°
• Operation type: Latching (maintained)
• Actuator colour: Black
• Bezel colour: Silver (metallic)
• Mounting diameter: 22.5 mm
• Front protection rating: IP66
• Rear protection rating: IP20 (when assembled with contact blocks)
• Actuator style: Knob
• Compatibility: Requires M22-A mounting adapter and M22 contact blocks (sold separately)
• Standards: IEC/EN 60947-5-1, VDE 0660 Part 200
• Operating temperature range: -25 to +70 °C
• Storage temperature range: -40 to +80 °C
• Mechanical life: > 100,000 operations
• Max. panel thickness: 6 mm

Why choose it

The M22 actuator is part of Eaton's modular M22 series, allowing you to combine it with a wide range of contact blocks and mounting adapters to create a complete control circuit device. Its IP66 front protection ensures reliable operation even in dusty or washdown environments, while the latching action keeps the selected position until manually changed.

Ideal use cases

• Industrial control panels
• Machine tool selector switches
• Conveyor system mode selection
• Packaging machinery

Good to know

This actuator is a component only; it requires a mounting adapter and contact blocks (sold separately) to function as a complete switch. The silver bezel provides a clear visual contrast against the black knob, aiding quick identification on busy control panels.