
Once the same switch is turned OFF then the DC motor will be turned OFF, so it will not work because it doesn’t get power from the power source like a 12v battery.

Once the switch is turned ON, then the DC motor will be turned ON and operates immediately. This circuit is used to turn ON and OFF the motor. But, when the switch is turned OFF, the contact’s release force can be increased which helps in avoiding contact welding. Once the switch is turned ON then the spring moves the contact instantly to the fixed contact & uses high contact power for a stable contact between the two. The spring in the switch is a semi-elliptical leaf spring that is connected through contact to the end. Sealing rubber is one type of rubber component that seals the switch to protect it from moisture. Some kinds of switches are available with printed symbols on the button to specify the ON/OFF condition. This operation button is operated manually by pushing a switch between ON & OFF. Rocker Switch Construction Operation Button The Rocker Switch is constructed using an operation button, semi-elliptical spring, sealing rubber, internal case, cover, lid, contacts & terminals. Once these contacts are in an open position, then they will not touch each other, so there is no flow of current between them. Similarly, once the same switch is turned OFF, then the contacts will be pulled into an open position. So in this position, the contacts will be touched to allow the flow of current between them. Once this switch is turned ON, then the contacts will be closed. Here, a set of contacts in the switch allows the current flow when the switch is set to ON contact and will break the current flow, when the switch will be turned to off position. An actuator in the switch moves & applies force to the contacts to turn ON & OFF the switch whereas the set of contacts will determine whether the switch is set to ON/OFF. This switch includes two main components an actuator and a set of contacts. Once the switch is pushed from ON to OFF/OFF to ON state, then the spring movement within the switch will tilt the movable contact to establish the electrical connection through the output contact. The working principle of the rocker switch is very simple.


Models are available in illuminated (LED and incandescent) and sealed/waterproof versions, with SPST, SPDT, DPST, DPDT, 3PDT and 4DPT functionality. This rocking mechanism will either connect or disconnect an electrical circuit.Ĭ&K’s selection of rocker switches includes subminiature, miniature and power, providing an extensive range for printed circuit board through-hole, surface mount and panel mount applications. A rocker switch is an electrical on/off switch that rocks from one side to the other when pressed, leaving one side raised and the other depressed.
