Choosing an Electrical Switch
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Toggle Switches
Switches with an on-on or on-(on) position designation alternate power between sets of terminals.
To view switch wiring diagrams, select a part number and click Product Detail.
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No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Starting Position | Switch Action | No. of Terminals | Industry Designation | Position Designation | Switching Current @ Voltage | Max. Voltage | For Max. Panel Thick. | Mounting Hardware Included | Choose a Wire Connection Type | Each | |
2 Position with Rounded Toggle | ||||||||||||
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For 1/2" Panel Cutout Dia. | ||||||||||||
3 | 3 Off (Normally Open) or 3 On (Normally Closed) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 9 | 3PDT | On-On | 15 A @ 125 V AC/28 V DC | 28V DC 250V AC | 0.13" | Yes | 00000000 | 000000 |
No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Starting Position | Switch Action | No. of Terminals | Industry Designation | Position Designation | Switching Current @ Voltage | Max. Voltage | For Max. Panel Thick. | Mounting Hardware Included | Choose a Wire Connection Type | Each | |
3 Position with Rounded Toggle | ||||||||||||
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For 1/2" Panel Cutout Dia. | ||||||||||||
3 | 3 Off (Normally Open) or 3 On (Normally Closed) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 9 | 3PDT | On-Off-On | 15 A @ 125 V AC/28 V DC | 28V DC 250V AC | 0.13" | Yes | 00000000 | 000000 |
Miniature Toggle Switches
Maximize the space in a panel—these switches are half the size of most toggle switches.
Switches with an on-on or 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 | Wire Connection Type | Each | |
2 Position with Rounded Toggle | ||||||||||||
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For 1/4" Panel Cutout Dia. | ||||||||||||
3 | 3 Off (Normally Open) or 3 On (Normally Closed) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 9 | 3PDT | On-On | 6 A @ 125 V AC, 4 A @ 30 V DC | 30V DC 250V AC | 0.66" | Yes | Solder Lugs | 0000000 | 000000 |
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) 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 | 000000 |
2 Position with Screw Terminals | |||||||||||
For 1/2" Panel Cutout Dia. | |||||||||||
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 |
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 |
3 Position with Screw 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 | 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 |
Durable Disconnect Switches
Protected by a steel enclosure, these switches withstand tougher conditions than switches in a plastic housing. Also known as safety switches, they have quick-make/quick-break action to eliminate arcing and prolong switch life. They have a lockout to secure in the off position using a padlock (not included).
Switches with safety interlock keep the door closed when the switch is on and prevent the switch from turning on when the door is open.
Switches with a fuse holder are used where overload protection is needed. When the current exceeds the fuse’s rating, the fuse will blow, interrupting the circuit to prevent the switch from overheating, breaking, or causing a fire. These switches require rejection-style fuse clips when used with UL Class RK1, RK5, or T fuses. Note: Horsepower ratings are based on time-delay fuses installed.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Switching | ||||||||||||
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Current, A | Voltage | Switch Action | Industry Designation | Electrical Phase (hp) | For No. of Wires | For Fuse Class | Ht. | Wd. | Environmental Rating | Specifications Met | Each | |
Enamel-Coated Steel with Black Actuator | ||||||||||||
3 Circuits with Lockout, Safety Interlock | ||||||||||||
30 | 600V AC/ 600V DC | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 3PDT | Single (10 hp @ 600 V AC) Single (5 hp @ 240 V AC) Single (7 1/2 hp @ 480 V AC) | 3 | __ | 29 15/16" | 12" | NEMA 1 | UL Listed | 000000 | 0000000 |
60 | 600V AC/ 600V DC | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 3PDT | Single (10 hp @ 240 V AC) Single (25 hp @ 480 V AC) Single (30 hp @ 600 V AC) | 3 | __ | 29 15/16" | 12" | NEMA 1 | UL Listed | 000000 | 00000000 |
100 | 600V AC/ 600V DC | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 3PDT | Single (20 hp @ 240 V AC) Single (40 hp @ 480 V AC) Single (40 hp @ 600 V AC) | 3 | __ | 29 15/16" | 12" | NEMA 1 | UL Listed | 000000 | 00000000 |
3 Circuits with Lockout, Safety Interlock, Fuse Holder | ||||||||||||
30 | 600V AC/ 600V DC | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 3PDT | Single (3 hp @ 240 V AC) Three (5 hp @ 480 V AC) Three (7 1/2 hp @ 600 V AC) | 3 | RK1, RK5, J, K5, H | 38 7/16" | 12" | NEMA 1 | UL Listed | 000000 | 00000000 |
60 | 600V AC/ 600V DC | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 3PDT | Single (5 hp @ 480 V AC) Three (15 hp @ 480 V AC) Three (15 hp @ 600 V AC) | 3 | RK1, RK5, J, K5, H | 38 7/16" | 12" | NEMA 1 | UL Listed | 000000 | 00000000 |
100 | 600V AC/ 600V DC | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 3PDT | Single (10 hp @ 480 V AC) Three (25 hp @ 480 V AC) Three (30 hp @ 600 V AC) | 3 | RK1, RK5, J, K5, H | 38 7/16" | 12" | NEMA 1 | UL Listed | 000000 | 00000000 |
Automatic Transfer Switches
When the microcontroller inside detects a power outage, these switches automatically fire up a backup generator. They’ll switch back to utility power once power is restored. To prevent injury and damage to your generator, they are open transition, meaning the contacts disconnect from one power source before connecting to another. This is also known as break-before-make switching. These switches also have built-in overload protection, so they can isolate themselves from utility power to protect your facility. LED status lights let you know which power source is in use. Add a padlock (not included) to the lockout to prevent unauthorized changes to the switch. Rated NEMA 1, these switches should only be used indoors.
They're compatible with generators that have a two-wire remote starting system.
NEMA 3R doors make these switches safe for use outdoors since they seal out rain, snow, and sleet. These doors cover the LED status lights on the switch when closed.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Transfer Switches | ||||||||||||||
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Switching | Housing | NEMA 3R Doors | ||||||||||||
Current | Voltage | Circuit Breaker Breakthrough Current | Industry Designation | Electrical Phase | For Number of Wires | Housing Material | Ht. | Wd. | Dp. | Specifications Met | Each | Each | ||
NEMA 1 | ||||||||||||||
3 Circuits | ||||||||||||||
100A | 120V AC | 10,000A | 3PDT | Three | 6 | Aluminum | 27 1/4" | 18 7/8" | 8 1/4" | UL Listed, UL 1008, NEC Article 701 | 0000000 | 000000000 | 00000000 | 0000000 |
200A | 120V AC | 10,000A | 3PDT | Three | 6 | Aluminum | 33" | 18 7/8" | 8 1/4" | UL Listed, UL 1008, NEC Article 701 | 0000000 | 00000000 | 00000000 | 000000 |
Spade-Terminal Relays
Using a low-current signal, these relays are often used to control small motors and heaters. These relays attach to quick-disconnect terminals.
Surface-mount relays have a slot on the flange for mounting them to flat surfaces. Relay-socket mount relays plug into a socket (sold separately).
Relay sockets mount directly on 35 mm DIN rail (also known as DIN 3 rail) for fast installation. Relay sockets with screw terminals can also mount to a flat surface.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Relays | Relay Sockets with Screw Terminals | ||||||||||||
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Number of Terminals | Input Voltage | Control Current, mA | Switching Current @ Voltage | Maximum Switching Voltage | hp @ Switching Voltage | Ht. | Wd. | Dp. | Quick-Disconnect Tab Wd. | Each | Each | ||
3 Circuits Controlled with 3 Off (Normally Open) or 3 On (Normally Closed)—3PDT | |||||||||||||
Relay-Socket Mount | |||||||||||||
11 | 12V AC | 230 | 15 A @ 240 V AC | 250V AC | 1/2 hp @ 120 V AC 1/2 hp @ 240 V AC | 1.4" | 1.5" | 1.9" | 0.187" | 0000000 | 0000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
11 | 24V AC | 63 | 15 A @ 120 V AC 12 A @ 24 V DC | 300V AC | __ | 1.1" | 1.2" | 1.6" | 0.187" | 00000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
11 | 24V AC | 115 | 15 A @ 240 V AC | 250V AC | 1/2 hp @ 120 V AC 1/2 hp @ 240 V AC | 1.4" | 1.5" | 1.9" | 0.187" | 0000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
11 | 120V AC | 13 | 15 A @ 120 V AC 12 A @ 24 V DC | 300V AC | __ | 1.1" | 1.2" | 1.6" | 0.187" | 00000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
11 | 120V AC | 24 | 15 A @ 240 V AC | 250V AC | 1/2 hp @ 120 V AC 1/2 hp @ 240 V AC | 1.4" | 1.5" | 1.9" | 0.187" | 0000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
11 | 240V AC | 6 | 15 A @ 120 V AC 12 A @ 24 V DC | 300V AC | __ | 1.1" | 1.2" | 1.6" | 0.187" | 00000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
11 | 240V AC | 12 | 15 A @ 240 V AC | 250V AC | 1/2 hp @ 120 V AC 1/2 hp @ 240 V AC | 1.4" | 1.5" | 1.9" | 0.187" | 0000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
11 | 12V DC | 100 | 15 A @ 240 V AC | 250V AC | 1/2 hp @ 120 V AC 1/2 hp @ 240 V AC | 1.4" | 1.5" | 1.9" | 0.187" | 0000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
11 | 12V DC | 117 | 15 A @ 120 V AC 12 A @ 24 V DC | 300V AC | __ | 1.1" | 1.2" | 1.6" | 0.187" | 00000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
11 | 24V DC | 51 | 15 A @ 240 V AC | 250V AC | 1/2 hp @ 120 V AC 1/2 hp @ 240 V AC | 1.4" | 1.5" | 1.9" | 0.187" | 0000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
11 | 24V DC | 58 | 15 A @ 120 V AC 12 A @ 24 V DC | 300V AC | __ | 1.1" | 1.2" | 1.6" | 0.187" | 00000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
Relay-Socket/Surface Mount | |||||||||||||
11 | 24V AC | 67 | 10 A @ 120 V AC/24 V DC | 250V AC | __ | 1.8" | 1.3" | 1.4" | 0.2" | 00000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
11 | 24V DC | 59 | 10 A @ 120 V AC/24 V DC | 250V AC | __ | 1.8" | 1.3" | 1.4" | 0.2" | 00000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
Circular-Pin Relays
The circular pin terminals plug into relay sockets for easy installation. Also known as ice cube relays.
Relays rated for horsepower (hp) are built to handle tough, repetitive-use applications.
Relay sockets (sold separately) mount to 35 mm DIN rail (also known as DIN 3 rail) or can be mounted to a flat surface.
Relays | Relay Sockets | ||||||||||||
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Number of Terminals | Input Voltage | Control Current, mA | Switching Current @ Voltage | Max. Switching Voltage | hp @ Switching Voltage | Ht. | Wd. | Dp. | Features | Each | Each | ||
3 Circuits Controlled with 3 Off (Normally Open) or 3 On (Normally Closed)—3PDT | |||||||||||||
11 | 24V AC | 84 | 10 A @ 240 V AC/28 V DC | __ | 1/3 hp @ 120 V AC 1/2 hp @ 240 V AC | 1.4" | 1.4" | 2" | __ | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
11 | 24V AC | 96 | 10 A @ 240 V AC | 250V AC | __ | 1.4" | 1.4" | 2.1" | __ | 0000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
11 | 120V AC | 18 | 10 A @ 240 V AC/28 V DC | __ | 1/3 hp @ 120 V AC 1/2 hp @ 240 V AC | 1.4" | 1.4" | 2" | __ | 0000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
11 | 120V AC | 19 | 10 A @ 240 V AC | 250V AC | __ | 1.4" | 1.4" | 2.1" | LED Power Indicator | 0000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
11 | 12V DC | 100 | 10 A @ 240 V AC/28 V DC | __ | 1/3 hp @ 120 V AC 1/2 hp @ 240 V AC | 1.4" | 1.4" | 2" | __ | 0000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
11 | 12V DC | 112 | 10 A @ 240 V AC | 250V AC | __ | 1.4" | 1.4" | 2.1" | __ | 0000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
11 | 24V DC | 52 | 10 A @ 240 V AC/28 V DC | __ | 1/3 hp @ 120 V AC 1/2 hp @ 240 V AC | 1.4" | 1.4" | 2" | __ | 0000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
11 | 24V DC | 55 | 10 A @ 240 V AC | 250V AC | __ | 1.4" | 1.4" | 2.1" | __ | 0000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
11 | 240V AC | 9 | 10 A @ 240 V AC/28 V DC | __ | 1/3 hp @ 120 V AC 1/2 hp @ 240 V AC | 1.4" | 1.4" | 2" | __ | 0000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
11 | 240V AC | 9 | 10 A @ 240 V AC | 250V AC | __ | 1.4" | 1.4" | 2.1" | __ | 0000000 | 00000 | 0000000 | 00000 |