Amid the rapid development of electronics and industrial equipment, switches, as one of the most fundamental yet indispensable components, are widely used in control systems, automation equipment, consumer electronics, security, communications, and other fields. This article will provide a comprehensive understanding of different types of switches, their primary applications, and recommended selection options.

1. Main types of switches
1: Tactile Switch

Commonly used in consumer electronics and control panels

Features: small size, clear rebound feel, lifespan up to 100,000 to 1 million times

Installation method: SMD or DIP

2: Slide Switch

Commonly found in portable devices, toys, and communication products

Switching the circuit on and off by physical sliding, with good mechanical stability

3: Push Button Switch

Widely used in industrial control panels, instruments, etc.

Available in single-pole single-throw (SPST), single-pole double-throw (SPDT) and other specifications

Can be used with a cap, beautiful and practical

4: Waterproof Tactile / Rocker Switch

Suitable for outdoor equipment, kitchen appliances and other humid environments

IP65~IP68 rating, waterproof and dustproof

5: Rotary Switch

Used in situations where multiple gears need to be switched, such as induction cookers and industrial equipment

2. Typical application scenarios Household appliances: rice cookers, water heaters, air conditioner remote controls

Industrial equipment: control boxes, panel meters, industrial computers

Smart hardware: handheld terminals, access control systems, wearable devices

New energy products: photovoltaic inverters, electric vehicle charging pile control panels

3. How to choose a suitable switch?
Usage environment: Is there any requirement for waterproof, dustproof and corrosion-resistant?

Installation method: Choose SMD patch or DIP plug-in

Size requirements: Is it suitable for control panels or space-constrained scenarios?

Operating life: Does it require a lifespan of more than a million clicks?

Electrical parameters: Do the rated voltage and current meet the system requirements?

We offer a full range of products from standard tactile switches to custom waterproof IP68-rated buttons, supporting:

1: OEM customization (pin position, height, color can be changed)

2: CE/RoHS certified

3: Short delivery time/factory direct price

On-demand proofing and sample support

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