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Pushbutton / Indicator Lamp Topic: Alternate Action

 

FAQ No. FAQ001910

 

Question

 

What is an alternate action?

 


Answer


Push-push

 

Push-push

The push-push alternate switch action makes the contact remain ON with the first push action, using a mechanical lock mechanism inside the device. The second push action releases the lock and returns the contact to OFF.



Push-pull

 

Push-pull
 

The push action makes the contact remain ON using an internal mechanical lock mechanism. The pull action releases the lock and returns the contact to OFF status.
 

 

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