Rotary Switches

Rotary switches are a type of electrical switching device. They are used in a wide variety of applications, ranging from controlling the speed and direction of motors to the routing of signals in electronic circuits. The 09A45-03-1-06N is one such rotary switch.

This switch offers two poles and six positions in a miniature package of 20mm x 18mm x 7.5mm. It is rated at 2A/120VAC and 10A/24VDC. Its switching action is momentary, such that when it is clicked over to the desired position, it latches to maintain the setting. This makes the switch suitable for applications requiring short, sharp switching.

The 09A45-03-1-06N is typically used in applications such as speed controllers, volume controls, multiple device selection and fuel quantity control. It is designed with non-shorting contacts, which means that the contacts do not short out when the switch is moved to a new position. This provides greater protection for the wiring, as well as greater flexibility in its applications.

The working principle of this switch is simple. It consists of a series of contacts that are activated when a knob, called the rotor, is turned. The rotor is connected to a central spindle, which is mechanically linked to the contacts. As the rotor is turned, the contacts are activated in sequence and the electrical connection is made. The speed at which the contacts are activated is determined by the angle of the rotor.

The 09A45-03-1-06N switch is a versatile, reliable, and easy-to-use solution for a variety of electrical switching requirements. It offers a cost-effective way of controlling multiple devices and its non-shorting contacts make it suitable for nearly any application.