Eaton 216870 M22-WK3 M22 RMQ-Titan Selector Switch 3-Position Momentary

The Eaton M22-WK3 is a 3-position momentary selector switch actuator from the RMQ-Titan M22 series, designed for 22.5 mm panel cutouts. The black thumb-grip toggle delivers spring-return operation with a 40° switching angle and a titanium-colored plastic bezel. IP66-rated on the front side and NEMA 4X/13 certified, it is built for demanding industrial control panel environments.

Technical specifications:

• Model code: M22-WK3
• Catalog number: 216870
• Manufacturer: Eaton
• EAN: 4015082168704
• Product type: Selector switch actuator
• Product series: Moeller RMQ-Titan M22
• Actuator type: Toggle with thumb-grip
• Actuator color: Black
• Actuator function: Momentary, spring-return
• Number of positions: 3
• Switching angle: 40°
• Operating torque: 0.3 Nm
• Opening diameter (panel cutout): Ø 22.5 mm
• Front diameter: 29.7 mm
• Bezel color: Titanium
• Bezel material: Plastic
• Dimensions (L x W x H): 46 x 30 x 30 mm
• Weight: 0.013 kg
• Degree of protection (front): IP66
• NEMA rating: 4X, 13
• Pollution degree: 3
• Overvoltage category: III
• Operating temperature: -25 °C to +70 °C
• Storage temperature max: 80 °C
• Operating frequency: 2000 operations/h
• Mechanical lifespan: 100,000 operations
• Shock resistance: 30 g sinusoidal, 11 ms (IEC/EN 60068-2-27)
• Climatic proofing: Damp heat cyclic (IEC 60068-2-30), damp heat constant (IEC 60068-2-78)
• SmartWire-DT compatible: Yes, via SWD-RMQ connections
• Fitted with: Front ring, plunger bridge for middle contact
• Certifications: CE, UL 508, CSA C22.2 No. 94-91, CSA C22.2 No. 14-05, IEC/EN 60947-5, VDE

Features and benefits:

• Spring-return action automatically returns the actuator to center, eliminating unintended hold states
• IP66 front and NEMA 4X/13 protection ensures reliable operation in wet, dusty, or corrosive locations
• SmartWire-DT ready via SWD-RMQ connections, reducing panel wiring effort significantly
• Stay-put or spring-return function is convertible using optional M22-XC-Y coding parts
• Rated for 100,000 operations at up to 2000 cycles per hour for high-duty applications

Applications:

• 3-position manual-off-auto or left-off-right selection on machine control panels
• Industrial automation cabinets with SmartWire-DT network integration
• Wash-down control stations in food, beverage, and chemical processing
• Motor control centers, switchgear assemblies, and conveyor control systems

Compliant with IEC/EN 60947-5 and VDE 0660. Part of the Eaton Moeller RMQ-Titan M22 modular operator interface range.

Also known as: Eaton M22-WK3, Eaton 216870, Eaton catalog 216870, Eaton model M22-WK3, Eaton Moeller 3-position selector switch, RMQ-Titan thumb-grip selector switch.