4 Position Slide Switch

A 4 position slide switch is an electrical component used to control the flow of electricity in a circuit. It is called a slide switch because the switch mechanism slides back and forth to open or close the circuit.

The 4 position slide switch has four switching positions, meaning it can connect or disconnect four different electrical contacts or circuits. Each position on the switch has a corresponding electrical contact that is either connected or disconnected depending on the position of the switch.

The switch is made up of a plastic or metal body, with a slider mechanism that moves along the body to make contact with different metal contacts inside. The contacts are usually made from copper, brass or silver. The switch housing is often made of plastic or metal, with the slider molded or machined to fit snugly into the housing.

To use the 4 position slide switch, you would slide the switch mechanism to one of the four positions to either open or close the corresponding electrical contact or circuit. The switch can be used in a variety of applications, such as in lighting controls, automotive applications, electronic toys, and many others.

Some examples of how a 4 position slide switch could be used in a circuit include:

1. Controlling the speed of a motor: by connecting the different contacts to different resistor values, the 4 position switch can be used to adjust the speed of a motor or other device.

2. Changing the direction of a motor: by connecting the different contacts to different polarities, the switch can be used to change the direction of a motor, such as in a remote-controlled car.

3. Selecting different modes or settings: the switch can be used to select different modes, such as high/medium/low brightness, or different colors or patterns for an LED light.

4. Creating variable resistance circuits: by connecting the switch to different resistors, the switch can create a variable resistance circuit that can be used for things like volume controls or dimmer switches.

Overall, a 4 position slide switch is a versatile and useful component for controlling the flow of electricity in a circuit, and its simplicity and ease of use make it a popular choice for many applications.

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illuminated Tactile switches, button switches, toggle switches, rocker switches, slide switches, microswitches, sockets and connectors, as well as hardware stamping and plastic injection.

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Rucoe Electronics is a leading manufacturer of illuminated switches which was established in 2013，our office is located in Shenzhen, and our factory in Dongguan which names Dongguan FVWIN Electronics Co.,Ltd. We provides high quality, high precision switches.with Innovative, Good quality management philosophy, strive hard to improve product design, tooling, injection molding technology

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