31AT43-T

Toggle Switches

31AT43-T Application Field and Working Principle

The 31AT43-T toggle switch is an industry-leading technology used in various applications from medical to gaming equipment. This type of switch is durable, reliable and offers exceptional performance in highly demanding applications. It is a single pole double throw (SPDT) toggle switch, meaning it has one input and two outputs with the ability to be switched between the two. This makes it ideal for applications where a control signal needs to be switched between two distinct options.

The switch assembly of the 31AT43-T consists of three parts: a handle, a frame, and a contact spring plate. The handle is the part that the user manipulates to switch between the two outputs. It is mounted to the frame using a hinge and is kept in place using a detent mechanism. This detent mechanism uses pins to keep the handle in either the up or down positions without the need for an external lock or latch which increases the switch\'s durability and reliability. The contact spring plate is a metal strip on the inside of the switch that provides the electrical contact between the two output terminals when the handle is in each position. It is kept tightly in place using two metal contact caps.

The 31AT43-T uses a center off position when the handle is in the middle, meaning that both of its outputs are open. When the handle is in either the up or down position, the opposing output is closed. This is what allows the user to effortlessly switch from one output to the other. In addition, the switch also offers greater flexibility as it can be wired in either a normally open (NO) or normally closed (NC) configuration, allowing it to function as either an on-off switch, or a momentary switch depending on the wiring configuration.

The 31AT43-T toggle switch is constructed for high levels of endurance and can be used in a variety of applications such as medical equipment, industrial machinery, military and defense, automotive, gaming and entertainment equipment, and a variety of other electronic products. It is available in a variety of configurations and sizes, allowing manufacturers and engineers to design to fit specific requirements.