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Limit Switches or Snap Action Switches are mechanical switches usually operated by levers or plungers. They are used to detect the presence of an object and provide feedback to a robotic control or machine control system. The operating principle of Limit Switches or Snap Action switches is the same. When the contact tip of the switch is pressed, the switch is moved to the “on” position. When the contact tip of the switch is released, the switch is moved back to the “off” position.

The use of Limit Switches or Snap Action Switches is widespread in industrial automation systems and in many consumer products such as computers, appliances, electrical control panels and control systems. They are also used to detect the presence of obstacles in robotics, to prevent the robot from colliding with objects in its path.

In combination with a variety of sensors, including pressure, temperature, proximity, optoelectronic, potentiometer and solenoid, Snap Action Switches provide reliable, cost-effective and compact sensing solutions. They are also used as position limit switches to limit the travel of objects, for example, the travel of actuators such as blasting and injection presses, or in hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

Snap Action Switches are manufactured from a variety of materials such as carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum and brass. They are available in a range of sizes and shapes to suit a range of applications. They can be manually operated, or remote electrical operation is possible through the use of contacts.

When selecting a Snap Action Switch, there are several factors to consider, including durability, electrical rating, actuation force, contact arrangement, operating temperature and grounding. The electrical rating of the switch should be chosen to suit the application, and the contact arrangement should be suitable for the type of signal required. The operating temperature of the switch should be considered to ensure the switch can function in the expected environment.

Snap Action Switches are widely used in many applications, such as motion control systems, automated assembly systems, constraining mechanisms, and medical applications. They are reliable and cost-effective, making them an ideal choice for many applications.