800T-A2A

1. Overview

The Allen-Bradley 800T-A2A is a 30.5mm, non-illuminated, flush-head momentary push button from Rockwell Automation's Bulletin 800T family — one of the industry's most recognized heavy-duty oiltight 30mm push button lines. The actuator color is BLACK (not red); the catalog number suffix "A2" denotes the black flush variant within the 800T color-coding scheme. It ships factory-assembled with a pre-installed 1 NO/1 NC standard contact block and is rated NEMA Type 4/13 (watertight and oiltight). The 800T series is marketed as "ruggedly attractive and boldly functional," designed for the most demanding industrial environments, and complements the 800H plastic-body line for applications requiring metal construction. The 800T-A2A2 (2 NO variant) and 800T-A1A (green flush) are direct platform siblings.

2. User Sentiment

No detailed end-user forum reviews were found for this specific part number. However, the product carries a 4.9-star rating based on 284 customer reviews at SuperBreakers, indicating high user satisfaction across the installed base. The 800T line as a whole has a strong reputation for durability in North American industrial panels; multiple surplus and reconditioning dealers (Radwell, Select Equipment, breakeroutlet.com) carry it, reflecting long service life and continued demand for replacement and maintenance. The part is widely described as "rugged" and suitable for demanding environments, with a mechanical life rated at 10,000,000 operator cycles.

3. Real-World Applications

The 800T-A2A is widely used in manufacturing, oil and gas, power generation, water treatment, and process industries. It is commonly found in machine tool control panels, conveyor system start/stop stations, pump and motor control panels, and custom panel-building applications. The ababilmarine.com distributor explicitly lists it for marine applications, and Rockwell's own certifications include ABS (American Bureau of Shipping), confirming marine-grade suitability. Its oiltight NEMA 4/13 rating makes it standard on machine tools, food processing equipment, and outdoor industrial enclosures.

4. Technical Specifications

• Type: Non-illuminated flush-head momentary push button, spring-return
• Color: Black (plastic thermoplastic polyester resin cap)
• Body material: Metal operator (zinc construction)
• Mounting hole: 30.5 mm diameter
• Contact configuration: 1 NO + 1 NC (standard contact block, pre-installed)
• Contact rating: 10A / 600V AC-DC; AC-15 (A600), DC-13 (Q600); IEC 60947-5-1
• Mechanical life: 10,000,000 operator cycles minimum
• Electrical life: 1,000,000 cycles at maximum load
• Enclosure rating: NEMA Types 1, 4, 12, 13; IP66
• Operating temperature: -25°C to +55°C (storage -40°C)
• Shock/vibration: 25G contact fragility / 100G no-damage; 10G vibration
• Terminal type: Screw terminals, 14-18 AWG, torque 0.7-0.9 N-m
• Certifications: UL 508, CSA C22.2 No.14, CE (EN/IEC 60947-5-1, EN ISO 13850), CCC, ABS (marine), EAC/GOST, UKCA
• Weight: ~0.125 kg
• Country of origin: China
• Series: Bulletin 800T (Series T/N); UPC 781180603150

5. Ordering & Compatibility

Pricing ranges from approximately $28–$112 USD new, with $63–$85 being a typical market price across surplus and authorized distributors; Westburne Canada lists $112.32/ea. In Mexico, list price is MXN $1,394 (+IVA). Saudi Arabia price is SR 470 excl. VAT. The standard compatible contact block is the 800T-XA (1 NO/1 NC add-on block), and the part is frequently sold bundled with 800T-XA blocks. Related part numbers include: 800T-A2 (base operator without factory-assembled contacts), 800T-A2A2 (2 NO contacts), 800T-A1A (green flush sibling), 800T-A6A (yellow flush sibling), and 800T-B2D1 (extended head black). The 800T-A2A is lifecycle-active as of 2026 with a typical 5-day factory lead time; repair options and reconditioned units are widely available through Radwell, Select Equipment, and P.E.A.R.L.-member reconditioning specialists.

6. Known Issues

No significant issues reported in available sources. The product is noted as manufactured in China (standard for current production), and some listings distinguish Series N vs. Series T variants with minor design revisions — both are electrically and dimensionally equivalent for typical applications. Surplus specialists note that the button ships without terminal finger guards, which should be considered in safety-critical panel designs.