Selector Switches
Explore our vast range of selector switches, available with two or more positions, along with LED Illuminated options.
What are selector switches?
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Selector switches can be rotated to the left or right, in order to open or close the electrical contacts. The function of a selector switch is to control devices as well as switch between a minimum of two or more circuits. The perfect use for a selector switch is when used for controlling an output of a device. For example, on an audio device a selector switch can be used to connect an audio output to multiple sets of speakers.
Selector switches come as a complete unit often listed as a terminal block meaning the selector switch is a complete block (consisting of selector switch actuator, contact block, and fixing collar) which makes it simple and easy to install. This is not to be confused with rotary knobs or encoders, as selector switches are a complete panel mount switch.
What are the Key Features of our Selector Switches?
1) Material
Plastic and metal options, both durable and hardwearing.
2) Size
16mm / 19mm / 22mm / 30mm panel cut out
3) Configuration
Our selector switches support SPDT / DPDT (single pole double throw / double pole double throw). This will indicate how many circuits can be controlled.
4) Housing Shape:
Round / Square / Rectangular *turning actuator is round*
5) LED illuminated options
Our selector switches are available with ring LED illumination.
6) Positions
Typically a Selector switch will have two or more positions in which it can rotate or pivot between. The number of positions gives you an indication of how many indents turns the selector switch has before returning to the original position ( back to off position or 0).
2 Positions or 3 Positions
7) IP rating:
IP ratings are standards set out by IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission) under the 60529 standards document which specifies a classification system on the effectiveness in the sealing of enclosures of electrical equipment. This looks at the protection of factors such as dust and water/moisture. The IP rating will depend on how hard wearing or weatherproof the component needs to be. For example, a metal push button switch in a swimming pool will need to be waterproof and hence this product will need a higher IP rated switch.
Many of our Selector Switches are IP65 rated, see table below.
| IP65 | Dust tight, protected against water projected from a nozzle. |
| IP66 | Dust tight and protected against powerful water jets. |
| IP67 | Dust tight and protected from water immersion for 30 minutes between depths of 150mm – 1000mm. |
| IP68 | Dust tight and protected against continuous water immersion. |
Which Applications use Selector Switches?
Selector Switches can be used by a range of industries for a variety of applications. Here are some of the industries and applications our selector switches have been used for:
- Automotive – Commercial Goods Vehicles
- Building and public works – For interior controls
- Industrial Controls
- Control system panel builders
- Public Spaces for lighting controls
- Medical Equipment
- Home Automation devices
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