Electrical switch

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1995-02-02

1996-08-06

Donovan, Lincoln

Electricity: magnetically operated switches, magnets, and electr

Permanent magnet-actuated switches

335207, H01H 900

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055437672

ABSTRACT:
An electrical switch functioning as a tilt, proximity or relay switch includes an elongate cylindrical housing with a first open end and a second closed end. A flexible spring extends longitudinally in the housing and is supported away from the housing by a seal at the open end. The housing and spring are electrically conductive and an electrically-conductive spherical ball is located within the housing for selective rolling engagement with the spring and housing. The switch functions as a single pole single throw type switch. A second spring can be located at the closed second end of the housing and supported similar to the first spring. By locating the spherical ball between the two springs, a single pole double throw switch is formed.

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