Description
Overview:
The Start Button is a genuine Atlas Copco part for portable air compressors in the XAS and XAHS ranges, including XAS 38 and XAS 78. It is a panel-mounted push-button switch used to start the machine safely and reliably. Built with a durable polymer actuator and metal switching contacts, it withstands frequent use and harsh site conditions common to construction and plant environments. This direct-fit component restores dependable control when the original button is worn, damaged, or intermittent. Supplied to Atlas Copco spec under part number 1626964801, it is designed to match the existing panel aperture and wiring on compatible models, helping minimise downtime and ensuring consistent compressor operation.
Key Features:
- Genuine Part - Atlas Copco specification for assured fit and function (MPN: 1626964801)
- Direct replacement for the original start push button on XAS/XAHS/XATS series compressors
- Robust construction with impact‐resistant button head and metal contacts for long service life
- Designed for frequent actuation in demanding site and workshop environments
- Compatible with the factory panel cut-out on listed models to simplify fitting
- Helps restore reliable starting control where the old switch sticks, cracks, or fails
- Suitable for routine maintenance schedules and preventative replacement
- Clean, professional finish that matches the OEM control panel layout
- Backed by Atlas Copco design standards for reliability and safety
- Supplied to integrate with existing loom/connectors on compatible machines
Typical Applications:
Used on portable screw air compressors for construction, civil engineering, utilities, plant hire, and workshop use. Ideal when refurbishing control panels, replacing damaged or unreliable start switches, or preparing a compressor for compliance checks and regular servicing on site or in the depot.
Also known as:
Start switch, push-button switch, ON switch, compressor start control, starter pushbutton, control panel button, machine start actuator, operator start control.
Fits Models:
XAHS 38, XAHS38, XAS 108, XAS 38, XAS 48, XAS 58, XAS 68, XAS 78, XAS 88, XAS108, XAS38, XAS48, XAS58, XAS68, XAS78, XAS88, XATS 68, XATS68
Alternate Part Numbers:
1626964801, 1626 9648 01
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | 1626 9648 01 |
|---|---|
| Part Type | Genuine Part |
| Manufacturer | Atlas Copco |
| OEM No. | 1626964801 |
| Unit of Sale | 1 |
| Applications | XAHS 38, XAHS38, XAS 108, XAS 38, XAS 48, XAS 58, XAS 68, XAS 78, XAS 88, XAS108, XAS38, XAS48, XAS58, XAS68, XAS78, XAS88, XATS 68, XATS68 |
| Machine Type | Compressors |
| Fits Brands | Atlas Copco |
| Fits Models | XATS 68 | XAS 88 | XAS 78 | XAS 68 | XAS 58 | XAS 48 | XAS 38 | XAHS 38 |
