Toggle Switch Technical Overview A toggle switch operates by manually actuating its lever to establish or interrupt electrical circuits, thereby achieving circuit switching functionality. Common configurations include:
Standard Specifications
Pole/Throw Options: SPDT (Single Pole Double Throw) SP3T (Single Pole Triple Throw) DPDT (Double Pole Double Throw) DP3T (Double Pole Triple Throw) Electrical Characteristics: Voltage Rating: ≤48VDC/250VAC (UL 61058) Current Capacity: 0.5A~5A (Silver Alloy Contacts) Contact Resistance: ≤30mΩ (100mA test current) Mechanical Performance Actuation Force: 250±50gf Mechanical Life: 50,000 cycles (No-load, IEC 61058) Termination Types: PCB Mount (THT/SMT) Panel Mount (Nut-secured) Primary Applications IndustryImplementation Examples Test & Measurement Multimeter range selection Consumer Electronics Audio mixer channel switching Medical Devices Diagnostic equipment mode control Industrial Control Machine tool power selection Automotive Aftermarket accessory control