Switches

Switches

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make and break

Electronic components; Switches

Opening one circuit before completing another on the same pole

make-before-break

Electronic components; Switches

(shorting, MBB) : Movable contacts make the next circuit before breaking the first circuit. Typically found in slide switches. Contrast with Breakbefore- make.

mechanical durability

Electronic components; Switches

The switching durability when a switch is operated at a specified frequency and specified overtravel (OT) without the contacts energized.

mechanical life

Electronic components; Switches

The number of operations of a switch without electrical load that does not result in a degradation of parameters beyond the standard set by the applicable end-of-life criteria.

moisture proof

Electronic components; Switches

Sealed switch will withstand high humidity and limited exterior environment such as rain.

momentary action

Electronic components; Switches

Mechanically returning from a temporary switch position to the normal switch position

movable contact

Electronic components; Switches

The contact moved by the switch actuator into and away from contact with a fixed contact thus forming the electrical circuits possible for a given device.