The Learning Circuit 13: Switches

element14's The Ben Heck Show

Join Karen as she shares her enthusiasm for teaching STEM subjects, gives you what you need to know to get started on electronics projects, and more.

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Switches are used every day to control electronics and electrical devices.  They can be used to turn devices on or off, as well as, to send signals.A switch can be momentary or maintained.  Karen demystifies a variety of switches including push button switches, slide switches, dip switches, rocker switches, toggle switches, rotary switches, and snap action.