Essex Hand-E-Tap® Access Switches are virtually indestructible, ADA Compliant field programmable door access switches. These heavy duty, multipurpose switches are designed for all users including the sight, hearing or physically impaired. Utilizing a proprietary Piezoelectric Switch Technology allows the switch to be operated with a light tap on any area of the switch or with a gloved hand, elbow or cane. Hand-E-Tap switches can be used to control an automatic door, electric lock/strike, magnetic lock or any electrically controlled device in a variety of high use or harsh, interior or exterior commercial environments. Hand-E-Tap field selectable options include adjustable output (timed or toggle), programmable audio and illumination status feedback.