800F-LG3

1. Overview

The Allen-Bradley 800F-LG3 is a legacy composite catalog number from Rockwell Automation's Bulletin 800F 22mm round operator family. The "LG" code decodes to L = Illuminated and G = Guarded, while 3 = Green (the standard 800F color suffix for green). The 800F-LG3 is therefore a green illuminated guarded momentary pushbutton — not a legend plate and not a pilot light alone. It has been superseded by two material-specific variants that are both currently active: 800FP-LG3 (plastic body, IP69K/IP66/Type 4/4X/13) and 800FM-LG3 (metal die-cast zinc alloy body, IP66/Type 4/13). These are operator-only units sold without an integral contact block or LED power module; those are ordered separately as 800F series accessories. Rockwell Automation markets the 800F line as meeting "demanding performance specifications" using finite element analysis for optimized durability.

2. User Sentiment

No direct user forum discussions specifically referencing the legacy 800F-LG3 catalog number were found. The active 800FP-LG3 and 800FM-LG3 variants are stocked by numerous authorized and independent distributors (Radwell, Santa Clara Systems, MROSupply, Rexel USA, NorthEast Electrical, Codale, McNaughton-McKay, Kirby Risk), indicating sustained demand for the product type. Radwell offers refurbished units from ~$19.26, new from ~$26.75 (800FP-LG3), suggesting the product is accessible in the secondary market. MROSupply prices the plastic version at $57.60 new (surplus). No significant user complaints were found; the 800F series is a longstanding industrial standard and its guarded illuminated operators are routine in control panel builds.

3. Real-World Applications

The 800F illuminated guarded pushbutton series is used in industrial control stations, machine tool panels, manufacturing assembly lines, conveyors, material handling systems, and process automation equipment. The guarded design (shroud around the button cap) prevents accidental activation, making it preferred for start/run commands or status-confirming actions where inadvertent pushes could cause safety issues. Green illuminated pushbuttons are conventionally used for START, RUN, or ON commands per NFPA 79 and IEC 60204 color standards. The 800F enclosure family (800F-1PM, 800F-3PM, etc.) provides IP66/NEMA 4/13 housings that accept these operators for pendant and panel-mount control stations.

4. Technical Specifications

• Type: Illuminated Guarded Momentary Pushbutton (operator only — no integrated contact block)
• Series: Allen-Bradley Bulletin 800F, 22mm round operators
• Color: Green (lens cap color code 3)
• Body variants: Plastic (800FP-LG3) or Metal die-cast zinc alloy / chromate-plated (800FM-LG3)
• Panel cutout: 22.5 mm
• Enclosure rating (plastic): IP69K, IP66, Type 4/4X/13
• Enclosure rating (metal): IP66, Type 4/13
• Mechanical design life: 10 million cycles minimum
• Operating temperature: -25°C minimum
• Storage temperature: -40°C minimum
• Humidity tolerance: ≤95% RH at 25–60°C
• Vibration rating: 10g
• Shock rating: 100g
• LED illumination voltage: 24V AC/DC (via separate 800F-N3G green LED latch-mount module)
• Certifications (plastic): China CCC, CUL, CSA, KC, MARINE, UL; EAC on bulk pack
• Certifications (metal): China CCC, UKCA DOC; EAC on bulk pack

5. Ordering & Compatibility

The 800F-LG3 base number is a legacy composite SKU not found in active Rockwell Automation catalogs; the current equivalents to order are 800FP-LG3 (plastic, single-unit) or 800FM-LG3 (metal, single-unit), with bulk packs available as 800FP-LG3-BP and 800FM-LG3-BP (10-unit packs). As an operator-only unit, complete assembly requires a separate 800F contact block (e.g., 800F-Q10, 1NO spring clamp, 10A/300VAC) and a green LED power module (800F-N3G, 24V AC/DC, latch mount). Related color variants in the same family include 800FP-LG4 (red), 800FP-LG5 (yellow), 800FP-LG6 (blue), and 800FM-LG0 (amber). The modular 800F system also includes enclosures (800F-1PP plastic, 800F-1PM metal) and legend plates (800F-1xBE series) for complete control station builds.

6. Known Issues

No significant issues reported for this operator type specifically. As operator-only units, buyers must ensure they order compatible contact blocks and LED modules separately — a common sourcing oversight. The 800F-N3G LED module is non-replaceable (entire module must be swapped at end of LED life). The base "800F-LG3" legacy catalog number is not listed on Rockwell's active product pages; ordering must use the 800FP-LG3 or 800FM-LG3 variants. Independent resellers (Santa Clara Systems, MROSupply, Radwell) stock these as surplus and do not carry Rockwell factory warranty or TechConnect support.