The IDEC HE1B-M1 is a basic enabling switch with a side installation design and three-position functionality (OFF-ON-OFF), making it ideal for use as a deadman switch on teaching pendants. It features positive action contacts that prevent contact welding from On to Off, complying with EN 60947-5-1 / IEC60947-5-1 standards. Additionally, the contacts are designed not to close when moving from Off to Off, adhering to IEC60204-1; 9.2.5.8 requirements. The switch has a mechanical durability of 100,000 cycles (B10d).