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BBC Bircher CleanSwitch touchless switch
BBC BircherCleanSwitchTouchless Switch

CleanSwitch

The CleanSwitch is a touchless opening sensor designed for hygienic, contact-free activation of automatic doors. A deliberate hand gesture within the 10–60 cm detection range triggers the door — no physical contact required. With IP65 protection, adjustable LED feedback, and compatibility with standard flush-mounted boxes, CleanSwitch is suited for healthcare facilities, food processing areas, sanitary environments, and any building where hygiene and accessibility are priorities.

Touchless activation10–60 cm rangeGesture controlIP65LED feedback

Key Features

  • Contact-free door activation via deliberate hand gesture within 10–60 cm.
  • IP65 protection rating — suited for wet and demanding hygiene environments.
  • Colour LED feedback with adjustable brightness and mode — no tools required.
  • Compatible with standard flush-mounted switch boxes for seamless integration.
  • Wide selection of pictograms; custom pictograms and logos available on request.
  • CleanSwitch Lock variant adds contact-free locking and door-state indication.
  • Resistant to standard cleaning agents and disinfectants.

Best Fit Applications

  • Healthcare facilities, hospitals, clinics, and surgical areas requiring contact-free access.
  • Food processing plants and industrial kitchens with strict hygiene requirements.
  • Public sanitary areas, washrooms, and WC installations needing locking indication.
  • Barrier-free building access for people with reduced mobility, children, and the elderly.
  • Modern commercial buildings where attractive, tool-free door control is desired.

CleanSwitch provides a hygienic, user-friendly alternative to door handles and push plates where preventing the spread of bacteria and viruses is a priority.

Technical Specifications

Operating principle Active infrared presence detection
Detection range 10 to 60 cm (gesture zone)
Output Potential-free contact
Protection class IP65
Visual feedback Colour LED, adjustable brightness and mode
Installation Flush-mounted box compatible, tool-free setup
Pictograms Standard range supplied; custom available on request
Cleaning Compatible with standard disinfectants and cleaning agents

CleanSwitch Variants

Variant Function
CleanSwitch Touchless opening activation for automatic doors
CleanSwitch Basic Core touchless activation in a simplified form
CleanSwitch Lock Adds contact-free locking and door-state indication (red/green)
CleanSwitch Integration Designed for seamless integration into coordinated switch frame programs

Integration Notes

  • Wires directly to any door controller via a potential-free output — no special interface hardware required.
  • Compatible with standard flush-mounted boxes and switch cover frame programs for a coordinated interior look.
  • LED colour, brightness, and mode are configured without tools during installation.
  • The CleanSwitch Lock variant displays occupied/available state via LED traffic-light logic to support WC and access-lock installations.
  • Refer to the operating manual for wiring diagrams, detection range setup, and pictogram installation details.

Contact Pantron Automation for application assistance, quantity pricing, or to discuss custom pictogram requirements for your project.

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