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JN White is an ISO 9001:2015 and ITAR-certified manufacturer of electric switches, membrane switches, graphic overlays, and custom labels. We nimbly handle projects big and small and have the uncommon ability to translate what our customers need into high-quality, high-precision outcomes.
At ALMAX, we specialize in the design and manufacturing of electronic switches that merge precision engineering with customizable interface solutions. Our products are engineered to serve a wide range of industries, from medical device manufacturers to aerospace, industrial controls, and consumer electronics.
At CSI Keyboards, Inc., we have built our reputation around engineering electric switches that combine precision, reliability, and adaptability for a wide range of applications. Our switches are designed to meet the demands of industries where durability and accuracy are critical, from medical devices and industrial equipment to commercial electronics and beyond.
ABB is a manufacturer of low-voltage electrical switches. We offer relaying products, automation products—limit switches, rotary switches, toggle switches, disconnect switches, cam switches and safety switches for construction, process industries, industrial and OEM markets.
At Schneider Electric, we design and manufacture advanced electric switches that bring efficiency, reliability, and innovation to power control and automation systems worldwide. Our switches are engineered to meet the diverse needs of industrial, commercial, and residential environments, offering precise performance, safety, and durability.
At Powell® Electronics, we are dedicated to providing our customers with the best products and services possible. We understand that each customer has unique requirements, and we are committed to meeting those needs with high-quality products and exceptional customer service. Whether you need a standard electronic component or a custom-designed solution, we have the expertise and experience to...
Electric switches for industrial, residential and commercial uses are manufactured by Leviton Manufacturing Company. We offer switches with Amp ratings of 15, 20 and 30; they can include motor starter, lighted handle or pilot light, single-pole, double-pole, three-way and four-way.
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Electronic switches are categorized by various factors including their actuator, which is a mechanism that applies force to the switch's contacts. Switches generally consist of conducting material, wires, terminals and actuators housed in a protective casing; these components vary in quantity and arrangement, but they are similar in that they can complete a circuit by allowing an electrical current to flow through them. Complex switches turn on or off when a light or magnetic field is sensed, while simple switches require physical contact with the conductors and actuator.
There are many different kinds of electronic switches. One main differentiation is between single pole (SP) and double pole (DP). SP switches have two contacts that enable the circuit to be either open or closed. DP switches have two closed positions and one for an open circuit (that is, two "on" positions with one "off"). Electronic switches are used in every device with the ability to power on or turn off. Computers, radios, microwaves, headlights, televisions and toasters are just a few examples of devices in which electronic switches are used.
The actuator is an important part of the switch; it determines the arrangement of other internal components. Electrical switch actuators include plungers, rockers, push buttons, dials or toggles; these actuators are used in many different arrangements. Toggle switches are switches with an angled lever that rests in one of at least two positions. An internal spring mechanism ensures that it returns to a definite position. Push button switches have two positions: depressed and released.
Some latch until pulled out while others have a spring that returns the actuator to its original position. Selector switches have a knob or lever that can be rotated to select at least two positions. Joystick switches have a lever with at least two axes of motion that control the circuit based on which way it is turned and how far it is pushed.
Some switches are designed to be operated by a machine's movement; these switches are called limit switches because they limit the motion of a machine by turning off the power if the machine moves too far away from the switch. Proximity switches are able to sense either approaching metallic objects through a disruption in its magnetic field or through a change in light as interpreted by its photocell.
