Pushbuttons
A pushbutton switch requires a downward pressure to activate or deactivate a circuit. They typically provide a simple on-off function, although double-throw (on-on) and multi-pole variants are also available. Their switching action can be maintained (latching) or momentary (returning to their original position once pressure is removed). We offer a wide range of pushbutton styles and shapes with panel and/or pcb-mounting options. Some are also available with LED illumination and a choice of cap and lens colours.
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YW Series
The YW Series from IDEC are a visually similar lineup of pushbuttons, illuminated pushbuttons, indicator lights, selector switches, and E-stops. Robustly built, the heavy-duty construction of the YW series makes these perfect for applications such as control panels, factory equipment, and conveyor systems....
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PTW Series – Push-Pull Pushbutton Switches
The PTW series of push-pull pushbuttons from Dailywell are single pole switches with double-throw operation and a push-pull action. Designed with a high strength double shell and fully sealed construction the PTW series is IP rated to IP67....
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LC83 Series – Illuminated Pushbutton Switch
The LC83 series of illuminated pushbuttons from Dailywell are single or double pole switches with single throw operations and latching on-off or momentary (on) - off action. Electrically rated to 15A at 250VAC and a mechanical life of over 30,000 cycles....
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LPU Series – High Current Pushbutton Switches
The LPU series of high current pushbuttons from Dailywell and single or double pole switches with single or double-throw operation and momentary or latching action. Designed for higher currents the LPU series is electrically rated up to 15A at 125VAC and 10A at 250VAC with a mechanical life of 10,000 cycles....
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PA Series – Illuminated Sub-Miniature Pushbutton Switch
The PA Series of illuminated subminiature pushbuttons from Dailywell are single pole switches with single throw operation and momentary or latching action. Electrically rated up to 200mA at 50VDC/250VAC in a metal casing and 100mA at 50VDC or 125mA at 125VAC in a plastic casing....
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PBL Series – Illuminated Pushbutton Switch
The PBL series of illuminated pushbuttons from Dailywell are single pole switches with single throw operation and a momentary action. Electrically rated to 100mA at 30VDC and a mechanical life of 50,000 cycles....
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PF Series – Illuminated Sub-Miniature Pushbutton Switch
The PF series of illuminated sub-miniature pushbutton from Dailywell are single pole switches with single throw operation and momentary action. Specially designed for harsher environments the PF series is based upon the Dailywell PA series however incorporates shock resistance and is sealed to IP68....
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LC210 Series – Illuminated Pushbutton Switch
The LC210 series of illuminated pushbuttons from Dailywell are single or double pole switches with single throw operations and latching on-off or momentary (on) - off action. Electrically rated to 16A at 250VAC and a mechanical life of over 30,000 cycles....
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PY Series – Pushbutton Switch
The PY series of pushbuttons by Dailywell are single pole switches with single throw operation and momentary action. Built from durable Nylon 6/6 with stainless steel actuator the PY series has a square face with a circular threaded body which fits panel cut outs of 16mm diameter....
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HB Series – Pushbutton Switch
The HB series of pushbuttons from Dailywell are single pole switches with single throw operation and a latching action. Specially designed to be non-shorting for on-off operations the HB series has an electrical rating of 3A at 30VDC and a mechanical life of 30,000 cycles....
View ProductFrequently Asked Questions about Pushbutton Switches
A pushbutton is a simple type of switch, which is designed to complete or disconnect an electrical circuit when the actuator is pressed. Pushbutton switches are used in a huge variety of applications, including white goods, lift controls, keyboards and industrial machinery.
The term “push button” usually refers to a style of switch, where the internal contacts make or break an electrical circuit when the button actuator is pressed or released.
A pushbutton is a simple type of switch, where the spring-loaded internal contacts change state (switch) when the actuator is pressed. Pushbutton switches can have a momentary or latching action, and the switching function can be normally-open (also known as push-to-make), normally-closed (push-to-break) or changeover (containing both normally-open and normally-closed contacts).
A momentary pushbutton switch has one or more internal springs which return the actuator (or button) to its normal rest position when no force is being applied to it. As the button is pressed or released the electrical contacts within the switch change state from Off to On or vice versa, thereby switching one or more electrical circuits on or off.