Switch Basics

Switch Basics

E-Switch

This is a basic introduction to the common switch types, applications and ratings.  We will cover the basic switch types and their applications, both mechanical and electrical switch functions, process applications and basic switch categories.

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PTM Published on: 2011-10-27

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