Rotary Switches

Questions & Answers for Rotary Switches

How much do rotary switches cost?

You can purchase rotary switches at a minimum rate of Rs 15-20 per piece. The price will increase as per the type, application, features, brand, etc.

How would you describe rotary switches?

Rotary switches are the switches that are operated by rotation. These switches move in a circle and can stop in various positions. Multiple electrical circuits are controlled by a single rotary switch. When a rotary switch is connected to a functional circuit within a device/equipment to a source of electricity, the electrical charge gets into the switch and it is then directed to whichever circuit is chosen right away by the switch.

What are the applications of rotary switches?

Along with applications in variable speed fans, rotary light, rotary lamp, dimmers, you can find rotary switches in the following applications:

• Computers
• Industrial controls
• Medical equipment
• Communications equipment
• Aircraft equipment
• Instrumentation

What are the features of rotary switches?

Some of the key features of rotary switches are as follows:

• They are dustproof.
• They come with a momentary-on feature, which allows them to maintain a position during actuating or positive loading.
• They can be configured ideally to provide coded output, such as Octal or BCD.
• They are waterproof and weather resistant.

What are the different types of rotary switches available in the market?

The common types of rotary switches you can find in the market are as follows:

• Wafer Switches
• Miniature Rotary Switches
• Yaxley Switches
• High Current Rotary Switches
• Rotary DIP Switches
• Rotary Cam Switches
• Binary Rotary Switches
• Momentary Rotary Switches
• Heavy-Duty Rotary Switches
• PCB Mount Rotary Switches