Push button caps are a type of push button that is used as a switch mechanism for controlling a machine or electrical process. Round push buttons are typically made out of hard material, usually plastic or metal.
How do push button caps work?
A push button switch is a small, sealed mechanism that completes an electric circuit when you press on it. When the circuit is connected, a small metal spring inside the push button makes contact with two wires, allowing the electricity to flow.
In industrial and commercial applications, push buttons can be connected together by a mechanical linkage so that the act of pushing one button causes the other button to be released.
What are push button caps used for?
Push button caps are used in a variety of different applications such as commonplace kitchen appliances, push-button telephones and calculators. Some of the most commonly used types of push button is a red push button. These are regularly used to facilitate the stopping of a machine, otherwise known as an emergency stop buttons and are used to maintain safety in electrical code.
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Self-cleaning contact mechanism with bifurcated contacts giving enhanced
switch reliabilityMetal SPST momentary contacts give a light 'click' feel when operatedPCB mounting pins are on standard imperial mounting pitch.
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Available in either momentary or alternate actionsContacts rated
at 240Vac 3A, 125Vac 6AButtons (not supplied with switch) are available in two sizes, see typically stock no's 339-639 , 339-617Solder terminals.
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Gold-plated contactsThree types of terminals are available; vertical,
horizontal right angled, and vertical right angled, enabling the user to select space saving configurationsPush-on coloured button caps are available separately Electrical and mounting specifications are as the washable ultra-miniature toggle ...
