101TL2-7

Toggle Switches

101TL2-7 application field and working principle

Toggle switches are a type of switch that are actuated by a projecting lever, or toggle. Toggle switches encompass a wide variety of styles that provide different functions. Among these varieties is the 101TL2-7 Toggle switch. This switch is commonly used in applications such as aerospace aircraft, marine, military, railway and other complex electromechanical systems.

The 101TL2-7 toggle switch is a surface mounted, single-pole double-throw switch that is rated for up to 15 amps of current at 250 volts. It is a latching type switch, meaning that it holds its position after being actuated. It features robust construction with a die-cast and plated housing. This switch has an illuminated plunger on the top with a separate terminal connection for the illuminated version.

The toggle switch consists of a body, the actuator, and a set of contact points. When the actuator is toggled, the contact points make and break the circuit accordingly. The body, usually made of plastic or metal, acts as an insulator between the actuator and the contact points. The actuator is the mechanical portion that is used to move the contacts and is usually a lever or toggle. The contacts are the electrical pieces of the switch and are what make and break the circuit. When the actuator is toggled, the contacts move and either make or break the circuit.

The operation of a 101TL2-7 toggle switch is relatively straightforward. When actuated, the internal contacts in the switch move and make or break the electrical connection. This means that a closed circuit is only achieved when the actuator is in the position. When the actuator is toggled in the opposite direction, the circuit is broken.

Because of its design and construction, the 101TL2-7 toggle switch is a reliable and flexible switch for applications in high-voltage, high-amperage, and high-heat environments. It is widely used in a variety of industries and applications due to its robust construction and attractive design.