What is the (ON) - OFF - (ON) Toggle Switches?

A (ON) - OFF - (ON) toggle switch is a type of electrical switch that has three positions: ON, OFF, and ON. The term "(ON)" indicates that the switch has a momentary or temporary ON position, meaning the switch is only in the ON state while the actuator is being held or pressed. Once the actuator is released, the switch returns to the central OFF position.

Here's a breakdown of the three positions of a (ON) - OFF - (ON) toggle switch:

(ON) Position: The first ON position is momentary, denoted by "(ON)". When the toggle lever is moved to this position and held or pressed, the switch is temporarily in the ON state. As soon as the actuator is released, the switch returns to the OFF position.

OFF Position:The central position is the OFF position. When the toggle lever is in this center position, the switch is in the OFF state, and there is no electrical connection between the terminals.

(ON) Position (Second ON Position): The second ON position is also momentary, denoted by "(ON)". When the toggle lever is moved to this position and held or pressed, the switch is temporarily in the ON state. Releasing the actuator causes the switch to return to the OFF position.

These switches are often used in applications where a momentary activation is required, such as in machinery, automotive controls, or other systems where a brief pulse of electrical connection is needed.