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Switches

What is a Switch?

A switch is an electrical component that will either connect or disconnect the conducting path in an electrical circuit. The electrical current is either interrupted or diverted from one conductor to another.

What Do We Supply?

We supply an extensive range of switches for a variety of markets and applications.
These include:
Push Button switches
Piezo switches
Vandal Resistant switches
Toggle switches
Slide switches
Micro switches
Rocker switches
Safety switches
Limit switches
Rotary switches

Why Choose E. Preston?

Our switch range has been created to meet the design requirements of a wide variety of applications for our customers, ranging from medical and industrial to marine and commercial electronics. The range and the choice we have available may mean that E. Preston will be your only choice for switches.

Each switch is available in an array of options including: front and rear panel mounted versions; different profile types including prominent, domed and low profile; a variety of materials such as rugged stainless steel anti- vandal options. Multiple switching options are also available along with IP66, IP67 & IP68 sealed variants in addition to momentary and latching actuation. Illumination versions are available in dot and ring LED indication and a selection of illuminating colours, including bi-colour and tri-colour. Newer versions also feature LED illumination driven by 6V, 12V and 18V.

As an official distributor for Bulgin & Arcolectric, CML, Cherry, ABB, Eaton, Honeywell, Tranilamp and Schurter, we have access to many different types of switches suitable for numerous applications. Our range and choice are second to none, so you won’t have to go anywhere else for your requirements. Add in the convenience of next day delivery, alongside a team that can provide expert technical assistance and support over the phone if required, and you will have the peace of mind that you are being well looked after.
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June 16, 2026

Sensata / Crydom ASO Series (PCB Mount AC Output) Solid State Relays

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Mini SIP Style SSRs with ratings up to 2 Amps at 12-280 VAC

Crydom ASO

The ASO Series is a family of PCB Mount
Mini SIP Solid State Relays with ratings
up to 2 Amps at 12-280 VAC.

Features:

  • Back-to-back SCR output
  • 4-10 VDC control
  • Zero voltage (resistive loads) or instantaneous (inductive loads) turn-on output

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June 12, 2026

Schurter SMT: Microminiature Tactile Switch

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Microminiature Switch for SMT Applications

Schurter SMT Tactile Pic

SMT Switch TCS43

  • SMT Type Switch
  • High Number of Cycles
  • 2.2mm Low Profile Design

The TCS43 is a microminiature SMT tactile switch designed for high-performance applications requiring compact size, reliability, and precise haptic Feedback. With a footprint of just 4.2 × 3.2 mm and a low profile of 2.5 mm, it enables space-efficient PCB layouts without compromising usability.

The switch offers three actuation force options (180 gf, 250 gf, 400 gf; equivalent to 1.76 N to 3.92 N), allowing engineers to fine-tune the user experience depending on application requirements. Its mechanical lifetime of up to 100,000 cycles ensures long-term reliability, even in demanding environments.

Electrical performance supports low-power designs (10 µA to 50 mA, 1–12 VDC), while contact resistance remains ≤100 mΩ for stable signal integrity. The device operates reliably across a wide temperature range (-40 °C to +90 °C), making it suitable for both consumer and medical applications.

Typical use cases include user interfaces such as on/off switching, menu navigation, and parameter selection in high-end consumer electronics, home automation systems, IoT devices, and medical equipment (e.g., blood pressure monitors, ventilators).

The TCS43 combines compact design, robust performance, and flexible actuation characteristics
making it an ideal choice for next-generation interface solutions.

Schurter SMT Tactile App

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