K16 Controls: Planning a Compact Operator Panel

K16 is a family of compact controls in Jinhong’s 16mm range. Before choosing colours or head shapes, list what each panel position must do: issue a momentary command, retain a selection, display a status or provide a dedicated emergency-stop function.

Write a control schedule.

For each position, record the label, operating action and contact arrangement. Identify which signals go to a controller and which switch another device. This prevents visually similar controls from being ordered with different electrical functions.

Keep lamp requirements separate.

Indicator lights and illuminated push buttons need the correct lamp voltage and AC/DC type. Determine where the status signal comes from. A lamp connected across a supply indicates power at that point, not necessarily that an actuator or motor is running.

Check fit and maintainability.

The cut-out, allowable panel thickness and rear assembly dimensions come from the specific model drawing. Leave room between controls for wiring and service access, particularly where several contact blocks or accessories are fitted.

Use the K16 push-button range and K16 indicators to select ordinary controls. Review the dedicated K16 emergency-stop range separately when the application calls for it.