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High-Current Toggle Switches
Able to withstand high currents, these switches are often used with motors and pumps.
Switches with an on-on position designation alternate power between sets of terminals.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Starting Position | Switch Action | No. of Terminals | Industry Designation | Position Designation | Switching Current @ Voltage | Max. Voltage | Dp. Behind Panel | Mounting Hardware Included | Each | |
2 Position with Quick-Disconnect Terminals | |||||||||||
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For 1/2" Panel Cutout Dia. | |||||||||||
3 | 3 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 6 | 3PST-NO | On-Off | 20 A @ 125 V AC, 20 A @ 30 V DC | 30V DC 250V AC | 1.31" | Yes | 0000000 | 000000 |
3 | 3 Off (Normally Open) or 3 On (Normally Closed) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 9 | 3PDT | On-On | 20 A @ 125 V AC, 20 A @ 30 V DC | 30V DC 250V AC | 1.31" | Yes | 0000000 | 00000 |
4 | 4 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 8 | 4PST-NO | On-Off | 20 A @ 125 V AC, 20 A @ 30 V DC | 30V DC 250V AC | 1.3" | Yes | 0000000 | 00000 |
4 | 4 Off (Normally Open) or 4 On (Normally Closed) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 12 | 4PDT | On-On | 20 A @ 125 V AC, 20 A @ 30 V DC | 30V DC 250V AC | 1.3" | Yes | 0000000 | 00000 |
2 Position with Screw Terminals | |||||||||||
For 1/2" Panel Cutout Dia. | |||||||||||
1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 2 | SPST-NO | On-Off | 16 A @ 125 V AC, 8 A @ 30 V DC | 250V DC 250V AC | 0.77" | Yes | 0000000 | 00000 |
1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 2 | SPST-NO | On-Off | 20 A @ 125 V AC, 10 A @ 30 V DC | 250V DC 250V AC | 0.9" | Yes | 0000000 | 00000 |
2 | 2 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 4 | DPST-NO | On-Off | 20 A @ 250 V AC/125 V AC/30 V AC | 250V DC 250V AC | 1.27" | Yes | 0000000 | 00000 |
2 | 2 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 4 | DPST-NO | On-Off | 30 A @ 125 V AC/30 V DC | 30V DC 250V AC | 1.34" | Yes | 0000000 | 00000 |
2 | 2 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 4 | DPST-NO | On-Off | 16 A @ 125 V AC, 8 A @ 30 V DC | 250V DC 250V AC | 0.77" | Yes | 0000000 | 00000 |
2 | 2 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 4 | DPST-NO | On-Off | 20 A @ 125 V AC, 10 A @ 30 V DC | 250V DC 250V AC | 0.9" | Yes | 0000000 | 00000 |
2 | 2 Off (Normally Open) or 2 On (Normally Closed) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 6 | DPDT | On-On | 30 A @ 125 V AC/30 V DC | 30V DC 250V AC | 1.34" | Yes | 0000000 | 00000 |
3 | 3 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 6 | 3PST-NO | On-Off | 30 A @ 125 V AC/30 V DC | 30V DC 250V AC | 1.34" | Yes | 0000000 | 00000 |
3 | 3 Off (Normally Open) or 3 On (Normally Closed) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 9 | 3PDT | On-On | 30 A @ 125 V AC/30 V DC | 30V DC 250V AC | 1.34" | Yes | 0000000 | 00000 |
2 Position with Solder Lugs | |||||||||||
For 1/2" Panel Cutout Dia. | |||||||||||
3 | 3 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 6 | 3PST-NO | On-Off | 20 A @ 125 V AC, 20 A @ 30 V DC | 30V DC 250V AC | 1.08" | Yes | 0000000 | 00000 |
4 | 4 Off (Normally Open) or 4 On (Normally Closed) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 12 | 4PDT | On-On | 20 A @ 125 V AC, 20 A @ 30 V DC | 30V DC 250V AC | 1.07" | Yes | 0000000 | 00000 |
3 Position with Quick-Disconnect Terminals | |||||||||||
For 1/2" Panel Cutout Dia. | |||||||||||
3 | 3 Off (Normally Open) or 3 On (Normally Closed) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 9 | 3PDT | On-Off-On | 20 A @ 125 V AC, 20 A @ 30 V DC | 30V DC 250V AC | 1.31" | Yes | 0000000 | 00000 |
4 | 4 Off (Normally Open) or 4 On (Normally Closed) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 12 | 4PDT | On-Off-On | 20 A @ 125 V AC, 20 A @ 30 V DC | 30V DC 250V AC | 1.3" | Yes | 0000000 | 00000 |
3 Position with Screw Terminals | |||||||||||
For 1/2" Panel Cutout Dia. | |||||||||||
2 | 2 Off (Normally Open) or 2 On (Normally Closed) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 6 | DPDT | On-Off-On | 30 A @ 125 V AC/30 V DC | 30V DC 250V AC | 1.34" | Yes | 0000000 | 00000 |
3 | 3 Off (Normally Open) or 3 On (Normally Closed) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 9 | 3PDT | On-Off-On | 30 A @ 125 V AC/30 V DC | 30V DC 250V AC | 1.34" | Yes | 0000000 | 00000 |
3 Position with Solder Lugs | |||||||||||
For 1/2" Panel Cutout Dia. | |||||||||||
3 | 3 Off (Normally Open) or 3 On (Normally Closed) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 9 | 3PDT | On-Off-On | 20 A @ 125 V AC, 20 A @ 30 V DC | 30V DC 250V AC | 1.08" | Yes | 0000000 | 00000 |
4 | 4 Off (Normally Open) or 4 On (Normally Closed) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 12 | 4PDT | On-Off-On | 20 A @ 125 V AC, 20 A @ 30 V DC | 30V DC 250V AC | 1.07" | Yes | 0000000 | 00000 |
High-Starting-Current Rocker Switches
Also known as high-inrush current switches, these switches can handle starting currents up to 10 times greater than their current rating, such as when a motor starts. They're often used with amplifiers, power supplies, and other high-starting-current devices.
Switches with an on-on position designation alternate power between sets of terminals.
Switches with a guard prevent accidental activation.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Wire Leads | |||||||||||||
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No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Starting Position | Switch Action | No. of Terminals | Industry Designation | Position Designation | Message (Location) | Switching Current @ Voltage | Max. Voltage | No. of | Lg. | Choose a Color | Each | |
2 Position with Solder Lugs | |||||||||||||
For 1 3/16"×13/16" Wd. Panel Cutout | |||||||||||||
1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 2 | SPST-NO | On-Off | Blank (Top), Blank (Bottom) | 16 A @ 125 V AC, 5 A @ 30 V DC | 72V DC 250V AC | __ | __ | 0000000 | 000000 | |
1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 2 | SPST-NO | On-Off | Horizontal Line (Top), Circle (Bottom) | 16 A @ 125 V AC, 5 A @ 30 V DC | 72V DC 250V AC | __ | __ | 0000000 | 00000 | |
1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 2 | SPST-NO | On-Off | Vertical Line (Top), Circle (Bottom) | 16 A @ 125 V AC, 5 A @ 30 V DC | 72V DC 250V AC | __ | __ | 0000000 | 00000 | |
1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 3 | SPDT | On-On | Blank (Top), Blank (Bottom) | 16 A @ 125 V AC, 5 A @ 30 V DC | 72V DC 250V AC | __ | __ | 0000000 | 00000 | |
2 | 2 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 4 | DPST-NO | On-Off | Blank (Top), Blank (Bottom) | 16 A @ 125 V AC, 5 A @ 30 V DC | 72V DC 250V AC | __ | __ | 0000000 | 00000 | |
2 | 2 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 4 | DPST-NO | On-Off | Horizontal Line (Top), Circle (Bottom) | 16 A @ 125 V AC, 5 A @ 30 V DC | 72V DC 250V AC | __ | __ | 0000000 | 00000 | |
2 | 2 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 4 | DPST-NO | On-Off | Vertical Line (Top), Circle (Bottom) | 16 A @ 125 V AC, 5 A @ 30 V DC | 72V DC 250V AC | __ | __ | 0000000 | 00000 | |
2 | 2 Off (Normally Open) or 2 On (Normally Closed) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 6 | DPDT | On-On | Blank (Top), Blank (Bottom) | 16 A @ 125 V AC, 5 A @ 30 V DC | 72V DC 250V AC | __ | __ | 0000000 | 00000 | |
2 Position with Wire Leads | |||||||||||||
For 15/16"×19/32" Wd. Panel Cutout | |||||||||||||
1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 2 | SPST-NO | On-Off | Horizontal Line (Top), Circle (Bottom) | 10 A @ 120 V AC, 5 A @ 24 V DC | 72V DC 250V AC | 2 | 12" | Black | 0000000 | 00000 |
1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 2 | SPST-NO | On-Off | Vertical Line (Top), Circle (Bottom) | 10 A @ 120 V AC, 5 A @ 24 V DC | 72V DC 250V AC | 2 | 12" | Black | 0000000 | 00000 |
2 | 2 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 4 | DPST-NO | On-Off | Blank (Top), Blank (Bottom) | 10 A @ 120 V AC, 5 A @ 24 V DC | 72V DC 250V AC | 4 | 12" | Black | 0000000 | 00000 |
2 | 2 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 4 | DPST-NO | On-Off | Horizontal Line (Top), Circle (Bottom) | 10 A @ 120 V AC, 5 A @ 24 V DC | 72V DC 250V AC | 4 | 12" | Black | 000000 | 00000 |
2 | 2 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 4 | DPST-NO | On-Off | Vertical Line (Top), Circle (Bottom) | 10 A @ 120 V AC, 5 A @ 24 V DC | 72V DC 250V AC | 4 | 12" | Black | 0000000 | 00000 |
For 1 3/16"×13/16" Wd. Panel Cutout | |||||||||||||
1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 2 | SPST-NO | On-Off | Blank (Top), Blank (Bottom) | 16 A @ 120 V AC, 5 A @ 24 V DC | 72V DC 250V AC | 2 | 12" | 0000000 | 00000 | |
1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 2 | SPST-NO | On-Off | Horizontal Line (Top), Circle (Bottom) | 16 A @ 120 V AC, 5 A @ 24 V DC | 72V DC 250V AC | 2 | 12" | Black | 0000000 | 00000 |
1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 2 | SPST-NO | On-Off | Vertical Line (Top), Circle (Bottom) | 16 A @ 120 V AC, 5 A @ 24 V DC | 72V DC 250V AC | 2 | 12" | 0000000 | 00000 | |
2 | 2 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 4 | DPST-NO | On-Off | Blank (Top), Blank (Bottom) | 16 A @ 120 V AC, 5 A @ 24 V DC | 72V DC 250V AC | 4 | 12" | Black | 0000000 | 00000 |
2 | 2 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 4 | DPST-NO | On-Off | Horizontal Line (Top), Circle (Bottom) | 16 A @ 120 V AC, 5 A @ 24 V DC | 72V DC 250V AC | 4 | 12" | 0000000 | 00000 | |
2 | 2 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 4 | DPST-NO | On-Off | Vertical Line (Top), Circle (Bottom) | 16 A @ 120 V AC, 5 A @ 24 V DC | 72V DC 250V AC | 4 | 12" | Black | 0000000 | 00000 |
2 | 2 Off (Normally Open) or 2 On (Normally Closed) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 6 | DPDT | On-On | Blank (Top), Blank (Bottom) | 16 A @ 120 V AC, 5 A @ 24 V DC | 72V DC 250V AC | 6 | 12" | Black | 0000000 | 00000 |
2 Position with Wire Leads and Guard | |||||||||||||
For 15/16"×19/32" Wd. Panel Cutout | |||||||||||||
2 | 2 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 4 | DPST-NO | On-Off | Vertical Line (Top), Circle (Bottom) | 10 A @ 120 V AC, 5 A @ 24 V DC | 72V DC 250V AC | 4 | 12" | Black | 0000000 | 00000 |
High-Current Rocker Switches
Able to withstand high currents, these switches are often used with motors and pumps.
Switches with an on-on position designation alternate power between sets of terminals.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Starting Position | Switch Action | No. of Terminals | Industry Designation | Position Designation | Color | Switching Current @ Voltage | Max. Voltage | Mounting Fasteners Included | Each | |
2 Position with Screw Terminals | |||||||||||
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For 1 7/16" Ht.×15/16" Wd. Panel Cutout | |||||||||||
2 | 2 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 4 | DPST-NO | On-Off | White | 30 A @ 125 V AC | 250V AC | Yes | 0000000 | 000000 |
2 | 2 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 4 | DPST-NO | On-Off | White | 30 A @ 30 V DC | 125V DC | Yes | 0000000 | 00000 |
2 | 2 Off (Normally Open) or 2 On (Normally Closed) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 6 | DPDT | On-On | White | 30 A @ 125 V AC | 250V AC | Yes | 0000000 | 00000 |
3 Position with Screw Terminals | |||||||||||
For 1 7/16" Ht.×15/16" Wd. Panel Cutout | |||||||||||
2 | 2 Off (Normally Open) or 2 On (Normally Closed) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 6 | DPDT | On-Off-On | White | 30 A @ 125 V AC | 250V AC | Yes | 0000000 | 00000 |
2 | 2 Off (Normally Open) or 2 On (Normally Closed) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 6 | DPDT | On-Off-On | White | 30 A @ 30 V DC | 125V DC | Yes | 0000000 | 00000 |
Submersible High-Starting-Current Rocker Switches
Rated IP67 for protection from dust and temporary submersion. Also known as high-inrush current switches, these switches can handle starting currents up to 10 times greater than their current rating, such as when a motor starts. They're often used with amplifiers, power supplies, and other high-starting-current devices. Easy to press, these switches have a wide, flat actuation area. Color-code your switches so that operators can identify their function at a glance.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Wire Leads | ||||||||||||||
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No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Starting Position | Switch Action | No. of Terminals | Industry Designation | Position Designation | Message (Location) | Switching Current @ Voltage | Max. Voltage | No. of | Lg. | Quick-Disconnect Tab Wd. | Choose a Color | Each | |
2 Position with Quick-Disconnect Terminals | ||||||||||||||
For 1" Ht. × 19/32" Wd. Panel Cutout | ||||||||||||||
1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 2 | SPST-NO | On-Off | Blank (Top), Blank (Bottom) | 10 A @ 125 V AC, 10 A @ 30 V DC | 30V DC 250V AC | __ | __ | 0.11" | 00000000 | 000000 | |
1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 2 | SPST-NO | On-Off | Horizontal Line (Top), Circle (Bottom) | 10 A @ 125 V AC, 10 A @ 30 V DC | 30V DC 250V AC | __ | __ | 0.11" | 00000000 | 00000 | |
1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 2 | SPST-NO | On-Off | Vertical Line (Top), Circle (Bottom) | 10 A @ 125 V AC, 10 A @ 30 V DC | 30V DC 250V AC | __ | __ | 0.11" | Black | 00000000 | 00000 |
1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 3 | SPDT | On-On | Blank (Top), Blank (Bottom) | 10 A @ 125 V AC, 10 A @ 30 V DC | 30V DC 250V AC | __ | __ | 0.11" | 00000000 | 00000 | |
2 | 2 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 4 | DPST-NO | On-Off | Horizontal Line (Top), Circle (Bottom) | 10 A @ 125 V AC, 10 A @ 30 V DC | 30V DC 250V AC | __ | __ | 0.11" | 00000000 | 00000 | |
2 | 2 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 4 | DPST-NO | On-Off | Vertical Line (Top), Circle (Bottom) | 10 A @ 125 V AC, 10 A @ 30 V DC | 30V DC 250V AC | __ | __ | 0.11" | Black | 00000000 | 00000 |
2 | 2 Off (Normally Open) or 2 On (Normally Closed) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 6 | DPDT | On-On | Blank (Top), Blank (Bottom) | 10 A @ 125 V AC, 10 A @ 30 V DC | 30V DC 250V AC | __ | __ | 0.11" | 00000000 | 00000 | |
For 1 7/32" Ht. × 13/16" Wd. Panel Cutout | ||||||||||||||
2 | 2 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 4 | DPST-NO | On-Off | Horizontal Line (Top), Circle (Bottom) | 16 A @ 125 V AC | 250V AC | __ | __ | 0.187" | 00000000 | 00000 | |
2 | 2 Off (Normally Open) or 2 On (Normally Closed) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 6 | DPDT | On-On | Blank (Top), Blank (Bottom) | 16 A @ 125 V AC | 250V AC | __ | __ | 0.187" | 00000000 | 00000 | |
2 Position with Wire Leads | ||||||||||||||
For 1" Ht. × 19/32" Wd. Panel Cutout | ||||||||||||||
1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 2 | SPST-NO | On-Off | Vertical Line (Top), Circle (Bottom) | 10 A @ 120 V AC, 10 A @ 24 V DC | 30V DC 250V AC | 2 | 12" | __ | Black | 0000000 | 00000 |
2 | 2 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 4 | DPST-NO | On-Off | Vertical Line (Top), Circle (Bottom) | 10 A @ 120 V AC, 10 A @ 24 V DC | 30V DC 250V AC | 4 | 12" | __ | Black | 0000000 | 00000 |
High-Amp Outlet-Box-Mount Key Switches
Able to withstand high currents, these switches can be used with motors and pumps. They require a key to turn circuits on or off, limiting access to sensitive equipment. All are keyed alike, so they open with the same key.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Key | |||||||||||||
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No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Starting Position | Switch Action | No. of Terminals | Industry Designation | Switching Current @ Voltage | Max. Voltage | Horsepower @ Switching Voltage | Dia. | No. of Keys Included | Keying | Removal Position | Each | |
2 Position with Metal Base | |||||||||||||
Keyed Alike with Screw Terminals | |||||||||||||
2 | 2 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 4 | DPST-NO | 20 A @ 120 V AC | 277V AC | 1 hp @ 120 V AC | 7/8" | 2 | Keyed Alike | Center | 000000 | 0000000 |