Tag: Mechanical Switches
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Limit Switches vs. Proximity Sensors
An object can be used to activate a switch directly, producing an ON or OFF signal to indicate the presence of that particular object, alternatively we can use the presence of a nearby object to activate a sensor giving a signal which is either ON or OFF. A limit switch is a mechanical switch in…
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Toggle Switches
Toggle switches are available in various contact configurations. Each switch consists of one or more poles, where each pole is actually a separate switch. The switch contact configurations include: Single-pole/single-throw switch (SPST) This is the simplest switch. It has a single set of contacts that can either open or close. Its contact configuration is illustrated…