6226-0060

1. Overview

Herga Technology (Bury St Edmunds, UK) makes the 6226 series of medically approved, IPX7/IPX8-rated plastic footswitches — a well-established, genuine product family used in medical and industrial OEM applications. The 6226 individual footswitch uses an alphanumeric configuration code (e.g., 6226-ACBB-ZBZZ-000 or 6226-BCBB-ZAZZ-000), while multi-pedal assemblies use a sequential numeric suffix (6226-0003 = double pedal, 6226-0026 = 3-pedal, 6226-0060 = single pedal with modular base, 6226-0071 = dual-pedal + puckswitch, 6226-0087 = electrosurgical). The specific variant "6226-0001" does not appear in any Herga official catalog page, any authorized-distributor listing, or any technical datasheet found during research. The -0001 numeric suffix, within the 6226 ecosystem, is only documented as belonging to the 6202 accessory family (6202-0001 = single black guard). This part number is therefore flagged as unverified and likely erroneous or a placeholder.

2. User Sentiment

No user reviews, forum mentions, or community discussions for "6226-0001" specifically were found — consistent with it not being a real catalog variant. The 6226 family generally has a very positive reputation in medical device OEM communities: praised for its low profile, medical certifications (IEC 60601-1, UL 60601-1), robust IPX7/IPX8 waterproofing, and flexibility of the modular assembly system. Herga's modular approach allowing custom configurations was covered positively by Automation World and Engineering Update in 2020. No specific complaints found about the 6226 series beyond the typical note that datasheets require email registration to download from herga.com.

3. Real-World Applications

The 6226 series is used in medical equipment (surgical, dental, diagnostic, electrosurgical — the 6226-0087 electrosurgical variant is purpose-built), industrial machinery, and commercial office applications. The low-profile all-plastic construction with pimple tread pattern makes it suitable for both foot and palm operation. OEM equipment manufacturers across Europe, North America, Australia, and Israel stock or specify 6226 variants. The IEC 60601-1 / UL 60601-1 certification makes it appropriate for Class I and Class II medical devices.

4. Technical Specifications

The following specs apply to the confirmed 6226 footswitch family and are sourced from genuine datasheets; they do NOT confirm 6226-0001 specifically:

• Type: Medically approved plastic footswitch / palm switch (single or multi-pedal assemblies)
• Action: Momentary (normally open standard; changeover/NC also available)
• Contacts: SPST N/O, SPST N/C, SPCO, DPST N/O, DPST N/C, DPCO; Cherry microswitches internally
• Electrical rating: Max 3A 24V AC/DC (some variants 1.75A 24V AC/DC)
• IP Rating: IPX7 standard (IPX8 on request / select variants e.g. 6226-0026)
• Material: Thermoplastic (all-plastic construction)
• Weight: 0.14 kg including cable
• Dimensions: 96 mm L x 72 mm W x 36 mm H
• Operating temperature: -20°C to +60°C (storage: -20°C to +70°C)
• Certifications: IEC 60601-1 Ed 3.1, EN 60601-1:2006+A1:2013+A12:2014, UL 60601-1, ANSI/AAMI ES60601-1, CSA CAN/CSA-C22.2 No 60601-1-14, BS EN 62368-1:2014, UL File No E353500
• Cable: Options include 2m cable with Heyco gland; customers can fit own cable
• RoHS: Not explicitly confirmed in found sources

5. Ordering & Compatibility

The 6226 individual footswitch is ordered using an alphanumeric code — the two confirmed stock models are 6226-ACBB-ZBZZ-000 (black, M3 inserts + neoprene pad) and 6226-BCBB-ZAZZ-000 (grey/black, changeover). Multi-pedal assemblies: 6226-0003 (double pedal, ~$156.54 at Royal Distributors), 6226-0026 (3-pedal, IPX8), 6226-0060 (single pedal + modular base, IPX7, 1.75A 24V). Stocked at RS Components (RS 283-7806 for 6226-BCBB-ZAZZ), Farnell (2822784 for 6226-0003), Newark (46AC2262 for 6226-0003). Compatible accessories: 6202-0001 (single black guard), 6202-0002 (twin grey guard), 6202-0003 guard. 6226-0001 is not stocked anywhere and is not listed on herga.com.

6. Known Issues

The part number "6226-0001" cannot be verified as a genuine Herga catalog number. The 6226 family uses either an alphanumeric configuration code (for individual footswitches) or a sequential assembly suffix (for multi-pedal units starting at -0003), and -0001 fits neither pattern in documented catalog evidence. The closest confirmed single-pedal footswitch with numeric suffix is 6226-0060 (single pedal with modular base). Catalogs entry for product ID 265 should be flagged DATA_QUALITY: UNVERIFIED_PN — the 6226 family is real, but this specific variant code is not confirmed and may be a fabricated or placeholder part number.

DATA QUALITY FLAG: UNVERIFIED_PN — "6226-0001" not found in any official Herga source, authorized distributor, or third-party datasheet. Closest verified single-pedal variant: 6226-0060. Closest verified individual footswitch stock models: 6226-ACBB-ZBZZ-000 / 6226-BCBB-ZAZZ-000.