A "separated double pole switch with a single throw" ( two separate switched ccts)

[treez]

A "separated double pole switch with a single throw" ( two separate switched ccts)

Hi
Is there any such thing as a rocker switch which switchs two circuits from the one actuator? (whats it called?)

(ie we want to switch a circuit with several amps in it, but also want an indication that the switch has been thrown with a smaller contact in the switch which we will engage in a signal circuit where a microcontroller will be signalled that the switch has just been thrown.)

 

[dick_freebird]

Re: A "separated double pole switch with a single throw" ( two separate switched cct

I have seen multiple switches mechanically ganged
but they all seemed to be "customized" by the
integrator of the assembly.

You might consider a small relay instead, that is
powered off the switched circuit. This might have
the added benefit that it declares result (power
present) rather than intention (switch position).

 

[KlausST]

Re: A "separated double pole switch with a single throw" ( two separate switched cct

Hi,

Obviously an DPST switch...
Or did I misunderstand something?

Klaus

 

[treez]

Re: A "separated double pole switch with a single throw" ( two separate switched cct

Thanks, i mean like a DPST but the poles not serving the same circuit

 

[KlausST]

Re: A "separated double pole switch with a single throw" ( two separate switched cct

Hi,

You are free to wire the two poles as you like...as long as you satisfy safety regulations.

Klaus