Switches are devices that allow electric current to flow when closed and prevent current flow when opened. Switches, All Types are a high level search form that includes options for all switch types. Search forms for specific switch actuator types are also available

Circuit breakers are mechanical switching devices capable of breaking currents under specified abnormal circuit conditions

Pushbutton switches are mechanical switches defined by the method used to activate the switch. The activation method is typically in the form of a plunger that is pushed down to open or close the switch

Reed switches are magnetically actuated switches. They are typically manufactured with two ferromagnetic reeds (contact blades), which are sealed in a glass capsule. In the presence of a magnet, the blades (contacts) close. 

Switch boots protect switches from contaminants such as dirt, dust, gas, and liquids.  They are generally tough, pliable silicone rubber devices for toggle, pushbutton, rocker and rotary switches

Toggle switches are actuated by moving a lever back and forth to open or close an electrical circuit

Rocker switches are actuated by a standard or dual rocker or paddle

Liquid level switches are used to detect specific liquid levels or interfaces between liquids. These level measurements are indicated via an electrical switching action

Touch-sensitive and tactile switches operate by touching or pressing to make a connection. Touch-sensitive switches are touch-operated switches that do not have moving parts, while tactile switches are electromechanical and provide tactile feedback

Suppliers of membrane switches and keypad assemblies using flexible membranes, domed or flat switch profiles, and tactile and non-tactile switches and panels

Fiber optic switches route an optical signal without electro-optical and opto-electrical conversions

Solid state relays (SSR) or semiconductor relays are semiconductor devices that can be used in place of mechanical relays to switch electricity to a load in many applications

Switch parts and accessories are used to manufacture or repair switches

Flexible circuits use polyimide films and other foldable substrates to meet the requirements of complex electronic manufacturing applications

Emergency stop switches are devices that users manipulate to initiate the complete shutdown of a machine, system, or process