RIDGID E-1417 Forward Reverse Switch Assembly

RIDGID E-1417 Forward/Reverse Switch Assembly is a replacement control for RIDGID 300 and 535 pipe threading machines, providing forward, off, and reverse selection for the machine’s drive. Marketed under the part numbers 44505 and E1417, this switch is described by suppliers as an old‑style forward/reverse switch that fits RIDGID 300 and 535 models. It acts as the user-accessible control that changes the threading head direction, enabling quick direction changes during threading operations. This assembly is used in maintenance or repair scenarios to restore full forward/reverse functionality on older RIDGID machines, common in shops and field service where RIDGID 300/535 tooling is in use. Common applications include thread cutting and threading head operation on pipe threading machines in metalworking, construction, and plumbing projects, where precise control of rotation direction impacts threading progress and safety. Often sold as an aftermarket replacement (E1417 or 44505) that integrates with the existing switch mounting and wiring for RIDGID 300/535 machines.