Slide switches are mechanical switches defined by their method of activation. The switch is a slider that moves (slides) from position to position. 

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

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

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

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

Foot switches are switches that are activated by a pedal or air bulb (bellows

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

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. 

KVM switches are hardware devices that allow IT personnel to use a single keyboard, video monitor, and mouse (KVM) to control more than one computer at a time

Switch parts and accessories are used to manufacture or repair switches

Gas flow switches and liquid flow switches, velocity, are used to measure the flow or quantity of a moving fluid in terms of velocity, such as feet per minute

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

Rotary limit switches use physically-actuated levers to rotate a shaft and operate the contacts in a switch, making them change state

Rotary switches move in a circle and can stop in several positions. There are two basic styles: single-deck and multi-deck

VME switches and VXI switches are used in industrial systems to connect test points, or devices, to instruments for the purpose of testing, measuring or monitoring the system