Foot Switches are single-pole change-over snap action switches featuring exceptional repeat accuracy and strict quality control with silver contacts. Solution for applications requiring a precision lightweight or medium weight foot control. Foot Switches are single-pole change-over snap action switches featuring exceptional repeat accuracy and strict quality control with silver contacts. Solution for applications requiring a precision lightweight or medium weight foot control.
A footswitch definition is a switch that is simply operated by someone’s foot by stepping on the actuator and sometimes this switch is also called a “stomp” switch or foot pedals. These switches are used for hands-free switching. Footswitches are available in different styles and shapes based on requirements. These switches are either momentary or latching. Momentary means, the switch must stay compressed to achieve its function like sewing machines whereas latching means the switch can be pressed one time, then the user can eliminate the force on the switch however the device will stay on until the switch is compressed once more.
The working principle of this switch is similar to an electric switch. This switch includes two contact points and the wires of this switch are simply connected to the circuit in a device. When Normally Open (NO) contacts within the switch are not getting connected, then the circuit in the device is not connected, so the device will be turned OFF. Once this footswitch is compressed then two contacts will be closed so the electric circuit will be connected and the machine will be turned ON.
