Description
EDKF21Q - Appleton - 20A 1-Gang EDS Front Operated Switch
A 1‑pole, 20 A explosion-proof switch with a quartz-filled design that extinguishes any internal arc. Constructed from malleable iron with a triple‑coat finish, it includes a stainless-steel operating handle and lever. NEMA 7/9 rated and suitable for Class I, II, and III hazardous areas.
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
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- NEC and CEC Certifications and Compliances
- Class I, Division 1 and 2, Groups B, C, D; Class II, Division 1 and 2, Groups E, F, G; Class III; NEMA 3, 7 BCD, 9EFG
- Standard Materials
- Malleable iron body and covers. Copperfree (4/10 of 1% max.) aluminum sealing chamber (on select models). Nylon 6/6 handle. Corrosion resistant stainless steel nameplate mounting bracket (optional)
- Standard Finishes
- Tumbler switches have a triple-coat finish (1) zinc electroplate, (2) chromate, and (3) epoxy powder coat
- Option Materials
- 1- or 2-gang copperfree (4/10 of 1% max.) aluminum bodies and covers available. See catalog pages for details
- Nameplate Mounting Bracket
- Make circuit description/identification easy and eliminate costly field installation (drilling/tapping) to accommodate circuit identification nameplates by using our bracket accessory. See catalog.

