An Ultimate Guide to Push Button Light Switches Push-button light switches the stuff of modern decor. They were the OG during the initial rash of urban electrification at the onset of the 20th century and have now become ubiquitous with many homes that feature modern wiring. They are the main interfaces between people and lighting fixtures, allowing easy control of ON/OFF mode, among other functions. If you are putting modern electrical in your home, it's important to get period-appropriate light switches for easy operations and improved aesthetics. That's why we focus on providing a huge supply of innovative and high-quality push-button light switches at competitive prices to help you bring the best product home. What is a push button light switch? Push-button light switches are electrical devices that can be used to control lights in a home, with a satisfying click when pushed 'in' or returned to their 'out' position. They feature an inbuilt spring mechanism, which establishes contact with electrical wires to complete a circuit when the switch is pushed in and breaks the circuit when the switch is returned to its original 'out' position. These switches are typically made of metal or thermoplastic and come in a variety of sizes, shapes, and textures so they can be seen or felt and for easy operation using hands or fingers. They provide a stylish and modern replacement for old-school toggle switches. Benefits of using push button light switches over traditional toggle switches include: ● They take up less space. In fact, push button light switches are typically made small so they can fit anywhere ● Easy to use thanks to firm and tactile buttons ● They are inexpensive compared to other light switches ● They can resist power surges and sags quite well without damage ● Aesthetically pleasing ● They come in various designs including 2-pin options for simple switching operations and 4-pin designs, so one set of pins can be used to control one light on a dimmer, and the other set controls another light not on a dimmer.
Different types of push button light switches There are quite a few push button light switches on the market, each with unique characteristics that make it more suitable in certain situations than others. One common example of a push button light switch is a momentary switch. These types of push-button switches activate only when you hold down the button; when you release them, they deactivate. That's why they are typically found in doorbells and alarm systems. The other option is a latching or maintained push button switch. These remain active after the button is pressed and can only be deactivated by pushing the button again like that button on your TV set, radio, speaker device, etc There's also a type of push-button switch known as a rocker. These don't have a simple push mechanism but rather a rocking motion like a seesaw. They typically featured sides with on and off labels providing a clear indication of the switch's state. When you move the button to the on side, the switch activates and vice versa. They are typically found in monitors, copiers, and equipment such as dehumidifiers and air suppliers Additionally, you can select an illuminated push button switch. These push-button switches feature LED lights to emphasize the 'ON' position. The light can be a simple dot, a ring, or full illumination on the button. Alright folks, that's it. It's about push button light switches from us here at APIELE. However, the topic of push button switches is vast, so if you still have questions, we will be happy to answer them. Visit our website to check our collection of push button light switches, and let us know what you need for your home renovation project.