12257AD217VX545

Toggle Switches

Toggle switches are a type of manual switch commonly used to control electric circuits. The term toggle switch refers to a variety of switches with two stable states, including on/off, single pole/single throw, double pole/single throw, three way, and four way. These switches vary widely in their design and operation, but they all work on the principle of a moving armature, or toggle, which snaps into place in the switch\'s two states. Toggle switches are used in a variety of applications, including industrial, automotive, and home electrical systems.

12257AD217VX545

The 12257AD217VX545 is a double pole/single throw toggle switch. It has a round or mushroom shaped actuator, three wiring terminals, and two screw mounting holes. The 12257AD217VX545 is rated for a current rating of 10A at 250VAC, and a contact resistance rating of 10mΩ. It is suitable for use in a variety of applications, including lighting, heating, and other low voltage circuits.

Applications

The 12257AD217VX545 toggle switch is suitable for use in a variety of applications. These include industrial, commercial, and residential lighting, heating and ventilation, as well as low voltage power, audio/video, and communications circuits. It can be used in a variety of low voltage circuits, including those in consumer electronics, audio/video equipment, toys, and appliances.

Working Principle

The 12257AD217VX545 toggle switch works by using a movable armature or toggle, which snaps into place in either the switch\'s on or off position. When the toggle is in the on position, the switch is closed, and electricity can flow through the circuit. When the toggle is in the off position, the switch is open, and the electricity can no longer flow through the circuit. The switch\'s three terminals are used to control electricity flow through the circuit. The first terminal, known as the Common, is the power supply. The second and third terminals, known as the Normally Open (NO) and Normally Closed (NC), are used to control the flow of electricity through the circuit. The 12257AD217VX545 is also known as a SPST switch, meaning that it is a single pole/single throw switch, in which the NC and NO terminals are connected, and the circuit is open or closed when the toggle is in either the on or off position.

Conclusion

The 12257AD217VX545 is a double pole/single throw toggle switch, rated for 10A at 250VAC and 10mΩ contact resistance. It is suitable for use in a variety of applications, including lighting, heating, and other low voltage circuits. The switch is operated by a movable armature or toggle, which snaps into place in either the switch\'s on or off position. When the toggle is in the on position, the circuit is closed, and electricity can flow through it; when it is in the off position, the circuit is open, and electricity can no longer flow through it.