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.
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A range of illuminated and non-illuminated double pole
rocker switches designed for panel mounting. These high inrush switches are AC mains rated with a 150 A surge capability. With simple snap-in panel retention, these rocker switches are easy to install. ...
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From ZF, the WR series of double pole
on-off rocker switches designed for panel mounting. With a choice of red or green illumination or standard non-illuminated black actuators, these rugged rocker switches are ideally suited to high current applications. Once ...
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From Marquardt, a comprehensive range of single pole
and double pole rocker switches designed for panel mounting. With a choice of illuminated and non-illuminated actuators in various legend designs and colours, the 1830 series of rocker switches are suitable for ...
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From Carling Technologies, the Contura V series of
sealed rocker switches designed for panel mounting. The IP65/68 waterproof switches are robustly constructed from toughened engineering materials providing complete protection from dust, extended spray and submersion. Contura V switches are recognized ...
