Switches

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Common Switch Types

Safety and Emergency Switches

Cable Pull Switch: Used in conveyor or industrial systems, these switches allow users to shut down equipment by pulling a cable from any point along its length.
Emergency Stop Switch: A large, easily accessible pushbutton designed to immediately stop machinery in an emergency.
Disconnect Switch: Completely isolates electrical equipment from its power source for safety during maintenance.
Interlock Switch: Prevents equipment from operating when a guard or door is open; often used for safety compliance.

Mechanical Control Switches

Pushbutton Switch: A basic, momentary or latching switch activated by pressing a button; common in machinery and user controls.
Toggle Switch: A manual lever-style switch for simple on/off control; widely used in panels and power controls.
Rocker Switch: A switch that rocks back and forth; commonly found in power strips and appliances.
Rotary Switch: Allows selection between multiple positions or settings by rotating a knob.
Selector Switch: Similar to rotary switches but often used with key or lever mechanisms for mode selection.
Slide Switch: Small, compact switch activated by sliding a button; used in handheld electronics and small devices.

Input and Interface Switches

DIP Switch: A set of small switches on a circuit board used to configure settings manually, such as in computer hardware.
Keypad Switch: A grid of switches beneath buttons that allows multi-key input, as seen on telephones or entry systems.
Programmable Display Switch: Combines a digital display and switch, allowing customized visual feedback and input.
Tactile Switch: A small, surface-mount switch that provides a physical click when pressed; common in keyboards and control panels.
Thumbwheel Switch: A rotary-style switch operated by the thumb, often used to set numerical values directly.