Essex HEWMO-10 Hand-E-Wave Touchless Momentary Switch, Manual Override

Reduce touchpoints and maintain reliable egress with the Essex Electronics HEWMO-10 Hand-E-Wave touchless momentary switch. Built as a Request to Exit device, this touchless switch provides hygienic, contact-free activation while delivering the momentary output signal required by most access control and monitoring systems. The HEWMO-10 (manufacturer part number HEWMO-10) includes a manual override so facility managers and security teams retain full control during service, testing, or power events.

Engineered for security-conscious environments such as hospitals, corporate campuses, retail, and transportation hubs, the Essex HEWMO-10 improves occupant safety and complements surveillance and monitoring strategies by reducing physical interactions at exit points. Its compact form factor and standard request-to-exit compatibility make it easy to integrate with existing controllers, electric strikes, and maglocks. The user-friendly design minimizes installation time and ongoing maintenance, helping IT, facilities, and security teams focus on core operations.

Specify the HEWMO-10 for modern, hygienic access control projects—ideal for upgrading retrofit or new-construction doors. Contact us to add this Essex touchless Request-to-Exit switch to your access control solution today.

• Contactless, hygienic activation reduces cross-contamination and improves occupant safety
• Momentary touchless output designed for seamless integration with existing access control and REX systems
• Manual override ensures reliable operation during maintenance or power interruptions
• Compact, durable design built for high-traffic commercial and institutional doors
• Simple installation and compatibility with standard request-to-exit wiring speeds deployment