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Snap Action Switches, also called Microswitches, are switch devices that can open and/or close an electrical circuit at a rapid speed.

These snap action Microswitches are characterized by small and closely definable movements, good repeat accuracy and long mechanical life. These Microswitches are called snap action switches because of the rapid movement of spring-assisted moving contacts from one stable position to another, the speed being basically independent of the actuator speed.

Snap Action Microswitches are available with many features and options of actuating levers, termination style, agency approval ratings and so on.


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