What is the purpose of a changeover switch?
A selector switch, changeover switch, toggle switch or changeover switch is a 1-4 pole switch that opens one circuit while closing another. This is done by moving the controls. Based on this selection, different switch positions can be assigned to different functions. Selector switches are also referred to as changeover switches. These high-quality changeover switches can be quickly and easily mounted in your control cabinet on the DIN rail. Selector switches are available in single or multi-pole configurations and can be set to 3 positions depending on the number of connections and intended use. In this case mostly 1-0-2.
Robust materials for your control cabinet
Changeover switches must meet certain requirements. Therefore, it is important that they are made of high-quality materials. As part of the electrical installation, they must be resistant to electronic charging and withstand mechanical stress. The material that resists electron charging is ABS plastic. ABS (acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene copolymer) is an engineering plastic that is particularly suitable for any type of electrical installation. The material is resistant not only to mechanical stress, but also to grease and oil. Good temperature resistance and resistance to common household acids are also criteria that plastics meet, making them ideal materials for selector switches. In combination with other strong and high-quality materials, the selector switch is designed for many years of use.