Contributors in Switches

Switches

Ratings

Electronic components; Switches

Value generally used as a reference for ensuring the characteristics and performance of switches, such as the rated current and rated voltage. Ratings are given assuming specific conditions (such as ...

Operator

Electronic components; Switches

A panel-mounted mechanical device (pushbutton, selector, keylock, etc.) without contacts to which one or more contact blocks may be added to make a complete switch.

Panel seal

Electronic components; Switches

A panel seal provides a defined level of protection against penetration of liquids through the switch and switch-to-panel interface to the rear of a panel.

Overtravel

Electronic components; Switches

The distance the actuator may move between initial electrical contact position and the extreme mechanical position of the actuator.

Pretravel

Electronic components; Switches

The distance the actuator moves from a rest position (or free position) to electrical make at another position.

Power factor (PF)

Electronic components; Switches

A measure of the inductive or capacitive character of an electrical load.

Clearance spacing

Electronic components; Switches

Distance through air between electrically live parts of opposite polarity or to ground.

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