Snap action switches are mechanical switches that produce a very rapid transfer of contacts from one position to another. They are useful in situations that require a fast opening or closing of a circuit, such as a mouse button or appliance setting

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

Thermostats and thermal switches are electro-mechanical on/off switches that are activated by temperature changes. They are typically used to control heating and cooling systems

Dry material (powders) level switches are used to measure levels of dry, solid materials via an electrical switching action

Temperature instruments use contact or noncontact methods to measure temperature. Products include dial, digital, industrial and laboratory thermometers; temperature probes, indicators, and sensors; RTD elements and transmitters; and thermistors, thermocouples, thermopiles, and thermal switches. 

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

Control grips are handles or similar devices with built-in control switches. The best known control grips are joy sticks with fire buttons

Temperature sensors are measurement devices that infer temperature by sensing some physical characteristic (i.e. resistance, emf or thermal radiation).

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

Snap fasteners or snaps are mechanical fasteners that close or lock with a clicking or snapping sound

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

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

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. 

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