7101J2CGI2

Rocker switches are a type of switch with a rocking motion, which can turn electronics and machines on and off. The most common form of rocker switch is a toggle, where a flat rocker covers a pair of electrical contacts. The 7101J2CGI2 is a popular form of rocker switch, designed for use in about four different applications, including automotive, industrial, marine and leisure. Depending on the application, the switch may be operated manually, in which case it is typically mounted on a panel or elsewhere, or it may have a switch actuator, which is a hidden mechanism that releases a spring-loaded plunger, engaging the switch.

7101J2CGI2 Application Field

7101J2CGI2 rocker switches can be used in a variety of applications, including automotive, industrial, marine and leisure. Some of the key features that make this switch perfect for the above-mentioned applications include:

• It is made of durable, high-resistant plastic, making it suitable for use even in harsh environments.
• It has a current rating of 10 Amps, so it can handle medium to heavy current flow.
• It has a continued rating of 10 Amps and is suitable for use in both off and on-start circuits.
• It is IP67 rated, so it is dust-proof and is resistant to water impacts.
• It is UL rated, cULus listed and CE compliant.

7101J2CGI2 Working Principle

7101J2CGI2 rocker switches operate on a simple principle: when the rocker is pressed down it closes the contacts, activating the application. When the rocker is pressed up, it opens the contacts, deactivating the application.

When the switch is operated manually, the force applied to the rocker will actuate the internal mechanisms and make the contacts close. When the rocker is then released, a spring mechanism will open the contacts, deactivating the switch.

In applications where the switch has an actuator, the force applied to the actuator will push the plunger into engagement and activate the switch. When the actuator is then released, the spring mechanism will push the plunger away from the contact web, deactivating the switch.

Conclusion

7101J2CGI2 rocker switches are a reliable and durable choice for a variety of applications. They can be operated manually or with an actuator, depending on the application, and they are dust-proof and waterproof, so they are suitable for use even in harsh environments. The 10 Amp current rating and UL rating make them an essential choice for many applications.