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.