Need a slide switch to control your printed circuit boards (PCB)? Try this one from RS PRO. It has an on-off-on switch where the centre is the off position, making it easy to use. The operating button has a grooved surface so you can get a good grip with or without gloves.


For excellent durability, the switch has a hardwearing nylon actuator, a high-dielectric strength DAP (diallyl phthalate) case and corrosion-resistant stainless steel housing. It also has a long lifespan of 30,000 cycles. This means you can install it on equipment that's used frequently.


This type of switch is freqently used on medical instrumentation, domestic appliances and networking equipment. You can also use this slide switch in bulk PCB manufacturing as it's suitable for wave soldering.