Pendant Control Handle

Name: Pendant Control Handle
Brand: Acontrol Remote

Product Overview

What The Pendant Control Handle Is For

The XAC-A8713 is a single speed pendant control handle for overhead cranes, hoists, winches and mobile lifting equipment, designed with a compact, ergonomic shape for one-handed operation. It features six function buttons plus an open, stop and emergency stop, all with mechanical interlock for safety. The unit is built with rugged ABS plastic housing, rated IP54 for dust and splash protection, and operates reliably in harsh industrial environments. It is available as a single unit or in custom configurations with different button counts and voltage options.

Key Benefits

What You Get From This Unit

Compact and ergonomic design allows one-handed operation in tight spaces
Mechanical interlock prevents accidental simultaneous activation of conflicting motions
IP54 rating protects against dust and water splashes in wet or dusty workshops
Rugged ABS plastic housing resists impact and lasts longer in shop floor conditions
10A contacts at 500VAC switch contactor coils directly without needing an intermediate relay
Single speed control is simple to operate and ideal for basic lifting tasks

Application Scenarios

Where This Model Is Used

Electric hoists and winches where a trailing pendant cable is a hazard or obstruction
Mobile lifting equipment such as tiller or garden equipment that requires portable control
Workstation overhead cranes where space is limited and hands-free operation is needed
Retrofit of existing crane systems with a reliable, low-maintenance pendant control

Who It Is For

Buyers This Model Suits

Crane and hoist OEMs integrating a control handle into new machine builds
Maintenance teams replacing a worn or damaged pendant station
Equipment dealers stocking a control unit that fits multiple machine types
Traders sourcing a pendant control handle from China with low MOQ and fast delivery

Problems It Solves

What Goes Wrong Without It

Existing pendant cable snags on structures, limiting mobility and increasing wear
Operator must use both hands to operate a control, reducing safety and efficiency
Control unit fails in dusty or wet environments due to poor sealing
Contactors trip or fail due to low-rated contacts in the control handle
No easy way to replace a lost or damaged pendant without reconfiguring the entire control system

Technical Features

How The Unit Is Built

6 function buttons plus open, stop and emergency stop
Mechanical interlock between all function buttons for safety
Normally open contact type with 10A rated current at 500VAC
Rotary start button with combination button text
Arrow tip button labels standard, custom text available on OEM orders
IP54 rated enclosure for protection against dust and water splashes
Yellow housing with black, white, red and green button color options
100% brand new and high quality, with 100g shock resistance

Specifications

Data From The Original Product Sheet

Model	XAC-A8713
Button count	6 + Open + Stop + Emergency Stop
Speed	Single
Contact type	Normally open
Rated current	10 A
Working voltage	500 V
Housing material	Sturdy ABS plastic
Housing color	Yellow
Button color	Black, White, Red, Green with emergency stop
IP rating	IP54
Working temperature	-45 C to +55 C
Start type	Rotary
Button type	Combination
Button text	Arrow tip standard, custom text available
Warranty	12 months
Cable length	1 m standard, custom lengths available
Connection type	Terminal block
Shock resistance	100 g

Materials

What The Housing And Contacts Are Made Of

Sturdy ABS plastic housing for impact resistance and long-term durability
High-grade contacts rated 10A at 500VAC for reliable switching of contactor coils
Mechanical interlock mechanism to prevent conflicting button presses

Manufacturing Process

How This Unit Is Made

Step 1

Raw materials inspected before entering production line

Step 2

Buttons and contacts assembled manually with precision alignment

Step 3

Housing injection molded and tested for dimensional accuracy

Step 4

Final assembly with mechanical interlock verification

Step 5

Each unit tested for contact continuity and button function before packing

Quality Control

What Is Checked Before It Ships

Step-by-step inspection from raw material to finished product
Each unit function tested under load with full button sequence
Contact resistance and insulation tested before packing
12 month warranty from delivery date
Production process follows ISO9001:2008 standards

Customization Options

What Can Be Changed On Your Order

Button count from 2 to 12 available, single or double speed
Custom button text and brand logo printing accepted on OEM orders
Button colors available in black, white, red, green with emergency stop
Cable length and connection type can be customized
Voltage and contact rating can be adjusted per order

Comparison

How It Compares With The Alternatives

F24-8D radio remote control	Pendant offers direct mechanical control without batteries or frequency pairing; radio adds range but requires receiver and power
Wired pendant with lower button count	This model has more buttons and mechanical interlock for safety; lower button models are simpler but less flexible
Double speed pendant controls	Single speed is easier to train on and reduces accidental motion; double speed adds complexity and is not needed for basic lifting tasks

Use Guide

Getting It Onto The Machine

Confirm the control voltage and contactor rating on the machine panel before ordering
Choose the button count based on the number of motions required, with one spare for future use
Mount the pendant securely near the operator’s working position with a strain relief on the cable
Check the emergency stop button regularly to ensure it operates smoothly