A rocker switch is one of the most common forms of switches in the world due to how easy it is to use and its reliability. It is an on-off switch that rocks back and forth like a see-saw.
Rocker switches are commonly referred to as single pole and double pole which relates to the number of circuits that are controlled by the switch. The throw defines how many positions the switches poles can be connected to.
Non-illuminated rocker switches often have a circle and a horizontal dash to indicate whether the switch is on or off. Other switches have a coloured LED which lights up when the switch is on.
There are several types of switching options available:
On-off
Illuminated
Momentary
Changeover
Centre-off
What is a rocker switch used for?
There are many applications where you can use a rocker switch. This includes household appliances, medical systems, power supply units, control panels and HVAC equipment.
Description:
SPST rocker switches, available in black, red spot
or red illuminated versionsPanel cut out 27.8 x 13.8mmFitted with 6.35mm blade style terminalsSnap-in mounting, easy to install into panels with 0.75mm to 3mm thicknessNylon Housing to UL 94V-2 with silver plated ...
Description:
Convenient snap-in mounting black switches available in SPST
or SPDTMounts into standard rectangular knockout 19.2 x 13.0mmAttractive, ergonomic design with marked actuator options availableNylon Housing to UL 94V-2 with silver plated brass terminalsFitted with 4.8mm blade style terminals.
Description:
Miniature SPST illuminated rocker switches, available in red
or greenPanel cut out 19.2 x 13mmFitted with 4.8mm blade style terminalsSnap-in mounting, easy to install into panelNylon Housing to UL 94V-2 with silver plated brass terminals.
Description:
Double pole 10A/24Vdc 'snap-in' rocker switch cases, fitted
with 6.35x0.8mm quick connect terminalsAvailable in non illuminated or LED illuminated versions (with 12V or 24V red, green or amber single or twin LED's)A large variety of switch configurations and actuator colours/markings ...
