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Switch Basics

Basic Knowledge of SWITCHES

A switch responds to an external force to mechanically change an electric signal.

Switches are used to turn electric circuits ON and OFF and to switch electric circuits. This page introduces the basics, technology, usage and standards with regard to switches.

  • Basics
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