What Do The Different Colors Of The Indicator Light Mean?

What do the different colors of the indicator light mean?

Indicator Lamp or Indicator Light is widely used in the ship, machine tools, machine equipment, switch cabinet, power distribution cabinet. Indicator lamp also namesWhat Do The Different Colors Of The Indicator Light Mean? pilot lamp, who to indicate whether power is on or an equipment device is for showing the operating condition of some system.

The light information function of the indicator light

  1. Attract the operator’s attention, or instruct the operator to perform a certain operation;
  2. To reflect that a certain instruction, certain state, a certain condition, or a certain type of evolution is being executed or has been executed;

 

The color of the indicator light and its meaning

Color Meaning Explanation Typical application
Red Abnormal situation or alarm Alarm for possible danger and need to deal with immediately The temperature exceeds the specified (or safety) limit, and the important part of the equipment has been cut off by the protective appliance
Yellow Caveat State changes or variables approaching limit values The temperature deviates from the normal value and the overload is allowed for a certain time
Green Preparation and safety Safe operating condition indication or machinery is ready to start Cooling system operation
Blue Special instructions Any function not included in red, yellow, and green The selector switch is in the specified position
White General signal Any function not included in red, yellow, and green, such as a certain action is normal
Different Colors
Different Colors

 

Extended learning: How to choose the color of the electrical push button switch?

 

How to remove the indicator light

There is a threaded button behind the indicator light, and a gasket is screwed on the threaded button.

If the indicator light needs to be disassembled, it is usually necessary to cut off the power and then check the electricity. After ensuring that the power is off, press the lamp cover with one hand and turn the gasket on the screw with the other hand to remove it. If one person cannot complete it, two people can cooperate to complete it. Finally,  safety first, to prevent electric shock.

How to solve the poor brightness of the power distribution cabinet indicator

1. The line is not fully connected

The power cord connected to the indicator light is not connected properly, resulting in unstable voltage and causing the indicator light to not be bright. The solution is: use a multimeter to measure whether the voltage of the indicator light is normal. If it is not normal, check whether the line has poor contact and whether there is grounding.

 

2. Insufficient voltage

The main reason is that the power supply voltage is insufficient, or the voltage level of the indicator light is selected incorrectly, and the brightness of the indicator light cannot be supported. The solution is: replace the indicator light that meets the voltage level, and check whether the indicator light has a Leakage phenomenon.

 

3. Induced voltage

The phenomenon of induced voltage is very common in the power distribution cabinet. The longer the cable, the larger the capacitance and the distributed capacitance is everywhere, which is generally difficult to handle.

 

4. Indicator quality problem

Some indicator lights use resistors to step down, and it is easy to cause problems in power distribution cabinets with dense induced voltages. Therefore, it is recommended to use good quality indicator lights in high-voltage cabinets or important low-voltage power distribution cabinets.

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What Do The Different Colors Of The Indicator Light Mean?

What Do The Different Colors Of The Indicator Light Mean?

Introduction Of IP68 Waterproof KCD4 Rocker Switch

 

KCD4 Rocker Switch
KCD4 Rocker Switch
  • Types of the KCD4 rocker switch

What is a KCD4 rocker switch?

KCD4 rocker switch is a common type of circuit switch hardware products, is a small high-capacity power switch that is suitable for many home appliances and office equipment, which is more applicable than other switches. KCD4 rocker switch is generally used in water dispenser, treadmill, computer speakers, battery car, motorcycle, ion television, coffee pot, platoon insert, massage machine, etc., mainly for household appliances.

KCD4 rocker switches are popular in many kinds of systems because of their ease of use. Because the function usually turns off when the button is released or when a timer automatically turns off, they don’t require the same attention as other switches, such as a toggle switch.

A KCD4 rocker switch is also known as a Ship-shaped Switch or Seesaw Switch. Internally, its mechanical structure is similar to a toggle switch, but the actuator is boat-shaped. Boat-shaped switches are often used as power switches for electronic equipment.

KCD4 rocker switches are electrical switches that are equipped with a spring-loaded button. When the button is pressed in one position, a circuit is completed. If the button is released, the spring-loaded operation pushes the button back to its resting position and the circuit is open.

Some rocker switches operate more than one circuit on the same button. An excellent example is a power door lock switch. When the lock button is pressed, the power lock actuator is commanded to lock. When the button is released, the switch springs back to the resting position, and power no longer is sent to the lock actuator to lock the door, though it remains in the locked position. The other end of the rocker switch is the unlock button. When it is pressed and released, the same function occurs with the lock actuator for the unlocked position.

Some rocker switches activate a timer and when the button is released, the function continues to operate until the timer turns off, such as a rear window defogger grid button.

The most common rocker switch is made in single-pole, single-throw (SPST) circuitry. It is useful as the common ON-OFF switch that controls a single electronic (a.k.a. load). For more complicated applications, rocker switches can be made with multiple poles and throws.

General classification:

  1.  [SPST]Single pole single throw: 1 moving contact and 1 static contact. There’s only one channel.
  2. [SPDT]Single pole double throw: 1 moving contact and 2 static contacts, which can connect the static contacts on both sides respectively.
  3. [DPST]Double pole single throw: 2 moving contacts and 2 static contacts, there are 2 channels.
  4. [DPDT]Double pole double throw: 2 moving contacts and 4 static contacts, 4 channels (2 static contacts on both sides).

So we have no waterproof and waterproof rocker switch series, such as KCD1/KCD2/KCD3/KCD4/KCD5 rocker switch.

Fault Solution to the General Rocker Switch:

Here shall briefly introduce the fault solution to the general rocker switch.

Fault description:

When the circuit is connected, turn on the switch, lamp on it still keep bright or can not come back, and usually goes with the air switch tripping.

Solution:

There is a metal sheet inside the rocker switch, in the middle, there’s a spring fulcrum. If the spring moves or the plastic stent become aging or distorting, the switch will not be such flexible as before. Users can first cut off the power and then separate it to see what’s the reason. If it is not for the plastic part damages, it can be fixed maybe. The zero lines inside the switch are straight, and it has nothing to do with the switch components. Therefore, if there’s an air switch tripping, it may be caused by damage to the zero line’s insulation layer. Users can clip the damaged part and re-connect the circuit. And ensure the insulation. Besides, the fault can also be caused by the short circuit of the indicated lamp’s feet, if in that case, users can just re-connect the wire.

Rocker Switch Wiring Diagram

Example of SPST rocker switch, We will now go over the wiring diagram of a rocker switch, so that you can know how rocker switches are internally constructed.

This will help you visualize how rocker switches work so that you can know how to connect them.

Below is the internal construction of an SPST rocker switch:

 IP68 Waterproof KCD4 Rocker Switch

Based on this diagram above of the internal construction of a rocker switch, you can see that it can be in one of two states. It can be turned to one side or turned to the other. This allows you to flip a device on or off. The metal-bearing snaps down the switch so that it makes contact with one of two sides, depending on which side the switch is flipped to.

Now that you have an idea of how rocker switches are constructed internally, let’s go over the wiring diagram so that you will know how to connect a rocker switch to a circuit.

As shown below, rocker switches have 3 electrical connections.

The diagram below represents the schematic diagram for an SPST KCD4 rocker switch:

Waterproof Rocker Switch

Pin 1 is where the rocker switch receives the input power. Pin 2 is where the accessory that the switch is going to turn on is connected. Pin 3 is where the switch is either connected to the ground or left open.

Below is a pictorial representation of the schematic diagram:

KCD4 Rocker Switch

 

  • Introduction ofIP68 waterproof KCD4 rocker switch

What is a waterproof KCD4 rocker switch?

It designed based on a normal rocker switch with waterproof function, so it can prevent the water from inside the rocker switch when it used outdoor and on water surfaces.

When start designing the KCD4 rocker switch?

FILN company began to product and design the KCD4 waterproof switch series in 2016. It is very popular all over the world, especially in the USA market.

The introduction of the KCD4 waterproof rocker switch series as follows :

How many kinds of voltage can the waterproof rocker switch have?

The range of voltage could be 3V,6v,12v,24v,36v,110v,220v,380v,440V.

What current of rocker switch can be reached?

It has designed a high-current ship-type switch that could reach 30A at 12v and 250V. Its power can reach 5000W.

What is the size of the mounting hole of the KCD4 rocker switch?

It has 3 sizes that can be chosen, like 28X22, 30X22, 31X22mm.

How about the waterproof degree of a switch?

It can be reaching IP67 and IP68.

How many colors of a KCD4 rocker switch?

It can be made red, yellow, green, blue, white, black and orange, etc. We also can use LED as the light source.

How many types of KCD4 rocker switch for the use function?

It has ON-OFF, ON-ON,ON-(OFF),ON-(ON),ON-OFF-(ON),(ON)-OFF-(ON) etc 7 function.

How many different styles are there on the surface of the rocker switch? Can the KCD4 rocker switch be customized with a custom logo?

The rocker switch surface has a stainless steel surface, painted surface, and plastic surface, and can support the customization of various logos on the rocker switch surface.

What international certifications are there for rocker switches?

Rocker switch has CE, UL, CQC, ROSH certification, etc.

Where are waterproof KCD4 rocker switches usually used?

The waterproof rocker switch is used very widely, usually used in kitchen equipment, yacht equipment, automation equipment, electrical products, baby carriages, cars, motorcycles, refrigerator refrigeration, etc.

What is the MOQ of the rocker switch?

FILN is a direct factory that produces waterproof switches, so there is no MOQ limit, and you can order from one.

 IP68 Waterproof KCD4 Rocker Switch

Above is a waterproof ON-OFF DPST rocker switch, the surface is transparent, it also can be silver print, black print, stainless steel, and aluminum alloy.

Clear and firm marking; Clean and beautiful appearance, no deformation, no damage, no cracking; No corrosion, no bad plating; Each component shall be firmly connected without loosening or falling off; Flexible switch operation, no dead, no obvious friction。

Product Item: KCD4-0111-21N

Panel Mount Diameter: 22*30mm

Contact Way: solder pin

Install Way: Buckle

Lamp Type: LED

Rated voltage: 3v, 5v, 6v, 12v, 24v,13v, 110v, 120v, 220v, 240v, 250v, 380v

Lamp Color: Red,white,blue,green,black,yellow

Shell Material: plastic

Cover: Rubber

Base Material: PA66 nylon

Terminal Material: brass

Applications: Coffee machine, kitchen equipment, household appliances, automobiles, medical equipment, industrial equipment, etc

Current: 15A, 20A, 30A

Working temperature: -25℃ ~ +85℃

Rating: 30A 250VAC

Contact resistance: Test within 1KHz current ≤200mΩ

Insulation resistance: Apply DC500V between terminals and between terminals and housing, measure one minute later ≥100MΩ

Withstand voltage: Apply AC1500V, 0.5mA, 10 seconds between terminals, Apply AC3000V, 0.5ma, 10 seconds between the terminal and the housing No breakdown or flashover

Electrical endurance: At rated load, 30 cycles per minute for a total of 10,000 cycles Appearance and feel are qualified Contact resistance≤2Ω Terminal temperature rise ≤55K Withstand pressure test qualified

Terminal Strength: A static load of 60N pushed inward is applied to the top of the terminal for 60 seconds,  terminal damage, fall off, switch function is normal.

Weldability: Dip the terminal into the molten tin bath at 235±5℃ for 3±0.5 seconds, More than 90% of the submerged area is covered with tin

Welding heat resistant: The welded part of the terminal is immersed in the molten tin furnace at 260±5℃ for 3±1 second OR Manual iron welding, welding temperature 350±5℃, welding time 3±1 second.

Do not apply pressure on the terminals during welding, The body has no obvious deformation Mechanical performance, electrical performance test qualified

High-temperature resistance: It was placed in the environment of 85±2℃ for 72 hours, and then it was placed in the natural environment for 1 hour before testing Resistance to hot and humid: It was placed at 40±2℃ with humidity between 91% and 95%RH for 96 hours, and then it was placed in the natural environment for 1 hour before testing.

Low-temperature resistance: It was placed in the environment of -25±2℃ for 12 hours, and then placed in the natural environment for 1 hour before testing

The temperature of alternating: Change the temperature according to the temperature and time are shown in the figure, repeat 5 cycles in a row, and then test after 1 hour in the natural environment.

Appearance and feel are qualified; 2.  Contact resistance≤2Ω; 3.  Qualified in withstand pressure test; 4.  Mechanical qualification

  • introduction of the company

Yueqing Yulin Electronic Co., Ltd, which is founded in 1998, is a professional Push Button switch /indicator light/rocker and guitar switch manufacturer with ISO9000 management system certification in domestic.

We have over 20 years of history in producing and developing the push button switch series, indicator light series, rocker switch series, and guitar switch series, and keep developing 1~2 new series production each year. Now, we have about many series push button switches, indicator lights, rocker switches, guitar switches, and more than 30 patents.

At present, the company has 235 employees, including 23 salesmen, 10 technicians, 6 quality personnel, and 20 administrative and management personnel.

Our goal is to provide customers with professional product services and customized solutions.

CNFILN strives to be a leader in segments.

No matter the series you choose, all of our switches offer an advanced design, quick break contacts, a self-cleaning feature, and high reliability. Furthermore, they have long lives, durable, and easy to install. And we have obtained a number of certification certificates including CCC, CE, RoHS, and UL.

We focus on enhancing the intangible assets. What we seek is satisfying our customers’ needs. So we always keep the company at its best in perseverance by transmission in the market. With the expansion of the international market, we swear to be the global leader in the industry of switch.

Corporate mission: ingenuity China, scientific and technological innovation, subversion of the future, push the world

Corporate vision: create the world’s safest, most customer-informed, most beautiful switch, become the world’s first

Core values: customer first, honesty and trustworthiness, hard work, quality-oriented, continuous innovation

If you are interested, please contact us.

Our official website is www.indicatorlight.com / www.buttonswitch.cn / www.pilotlamp.cn

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5 Indicator Lights And Rocker Switch Customers That I Am Particularly Impressed With

This is Marlin from Yulin electronic, now we will introduce our different types of the indicator light, rocker switch, metal push button switch, etc.

Here are our product information below:
8 mm green 12v LED pilot light

This week we received my old customer Mr. Connie, which we built cooperation over two years.
His company is a distributor type and sell many types of product to his customer.

He was interested in FL1M-8FW-2 8 mm metal 12v and 24v red LED pilot light, His important requirement is that “Can we build the 8 mm LED pilot light as one item which will do both 12V and 24V ”?

I told him that our company can meet his requirement and make a special customized LED pilot light for him. After receiving my email, he was very happy and was interesting to order some samples tests. Last month we had sent a PI to him. Then my customer had paid the money the next day.

Now he had received the goods and very satisfied with them.

The FL1M-8FW-1 pilot light is a very hot sale in the American and Euro markets and the price is very reasonable. The more customized pilot light was waiting for you!!!

5 Indicator Lights And Rocker Switch Customers That I Am Particularly Impressed With

If you are interested in it, pls feel free to contact us.
Our website is www.indicatorlight.com.

8 mm red-green 12v LED pilot light with cable

Here is my Korean customer, who chat with me via Trade manager on 19th July 2018.

His name is Hong sulfur, who leaves a message to me about the FL1M-8SW-1 8 mm 12v metal pilot lamp with a 20 cm cable.

He wants each 200pcs red, green, yellow LED. I also ask him where the pilot lamp is used for. This pilot lamp is used for the control system. So we follow his requirement to quote the best price and about the payment via Alibaba Trade Assurance.

We also advise our 8 mm dual color red/green 12v led metal pilot lamp, and he is very interested in it and orders 10pcs samples again.

He had paid the money, and we will deliver them on 21st July 2018.

Hope when he receives the goods and very satisfied with them.

The FL1M-8SW-1 pilot light is a very hot sale in the Asian market and the price is very reasonable. The more customized pilot light was waiting for you!!!

If you are interested in it, pls feel free to contact us.

5 Indicator Lights And Rocker Switch Customers That I Am Particularly Impressed With
12 mm white 12v LED pilot light with 1K resistor

We received a small order from my old USA customer on 15th June 2018. He was interested in FL1M-12FW 12 mm metal 12v white LED pilot light, then I ask them requirements, and he wants to the lamp more lighting. So I advised him used a 1K resistor.

He ordered 10pcs samples from us and now the 12 mm 12v pilot lamp had been received last month. Now they are very happy about the samples after receiving the samples and the white 12v 12 mm pilot light is perfect, which 12 mm pilot light worked very well in his application.

5 Indicator Lights And Rocker Switch Customers That I Am Particularly Impressed With

 

8 mm green 12v LED pilot light

This week we received my old customer Mr. Connie, which we built cooperation over two years.

His company is a distributor type and sell any types of product to his customer.

He was interested in FL1M-8FW-2 8 mm metal 12v and 24v red LED pilot light, His important requirement is that “Can we build the 8 mm LED pilot light as one item which will do both 12V and 24V ”?

I told him that our company can meet his requirement and make a special customized LED pilot light for him. After receiving my email, he was very happy and was interesting to order some samples tests. Last month we had sent PI to him. Then my customer had paid the money the next day.

Now he had received the goods and very satisfied with them.

The FL1M-8FW-1 pilot light is a very hot sale in the American and Euro markets and the price is very reasonable. The more customized pilot light was waiting for you!!!

If you are interested in it, pls feel free to contact us.

5 Indicator Lights And Rocker Switch Customers That I Am Particularly Impressed With

 

We are Yulin Electronic, which manufacture metal push button switch.

We received an inquiry on 14th March 2019  from Singapore, my customer name is Brendan Bonner.

 

He inquiry how to Ship 10x Alloy Black Housing 19 mm Push Button Switch Latching 1NO/1NC Contact Power Symbol Blue LED illumination 5pins 12 volt DC Supplied with Plug wired socket with at least 10 cm of wire length Cost to supply?

The switch will be used to switch a 9watt 12v LED.

He told us about his requirement for the product and plan .he will visit his other big supplier in shanghai.

We told him that we will attend the shanghai Hotel Exhibition in April and invite him to visit our booth no.

We had met him at our shanghai exhibition and take a photo with him too.

We also bring out some samples to him, which follows the customer’s requirement to produce.

After he received the samples, he was very happy and need more after they test the samples.

He gave us a deep impression in the exhibition

indicator light

19 mm zinc alloy black body metal push button switch with cable

Last month we received an inquiry from the USA customer, who need 19 mm zinc alloy black body metal push button switch with cable and the QTY is 450pcs .the details qty is 100pcs 12v white LED,100pcs red LED,100pcs white LED,150pcs green LED, the voltage of LED is 12v dc. The function is latching 1no1nc and the pushbutton switch is IP67.

The 19 mm push button switch is used for his auto. The 19 mm push-button switch need be customized, which needs to be soldered 20 cm cable to the pin. We follow the customer’s requirement to produce the goods. The most important thing is that the lead time is only 5days.

For this 19mm metal push button switch, It is very hot selling in Euro, American, etc different countries. The price is very competitive.

Since our customers received the goods, they are very happy and they said the push button switch is perfect, which they work very well in his application.

On-off IP65 waterproof rocker switch with lamp

Last week we received a message from Trademanager, who is interesting in this model waterproof rocker switch with lamp, my UK customer asks us you are a factory or not, I tell him we are factory.

And he wants to visit our factory tomorrow due to he was in our city now.

The next day we picked up him from the hotel at 9:30 Am. When he arrived at our factory and see our latest design waterproof rocker switch, which is IP65 .he is very happy about this design.Then he order each 100pcs 220v red,yellow,blue,green lamp color.

 

Due to we have waterproof kcd4 rocker switch stock, He brought them right now and they are very happy and they said the new design waterproof rocker switch is perfect, which they think the waterproof rocker switch will work very well in his application.

Any questions pls feel free to contact us.

5 Indicator Lights And Rocker Switch Customers That I Am Particularly Impressed With

Why choose FILN LED INDICATOR LIGHT?

When you look for LED INDICATOR LIGHT, you all want to find it with cheap price, good quality, fast delivery time and good service LED indicator factory, so you can earn lots of money. FILN LED INDICATOR LIGHT factory is the ideal factory you are looking for.

How many names does the indicator lights have?

There are many names for indicator lights, usually, there are 6 names, indicator light, indicator lamp, signal light, signal lamp, pilot light, pilot lamp, etc. Usually, the signal light and signal lamps refer to traffic lights. Indicator light, indicator lamp, pilot light, pilot lamp refers to the MINI indicator.

How many types of MINI INDICATOR LIGHT are there?

There are two types of mini indicator lights, one is LED INDICATOR LIGHT, the other is NEON INDICATOR LIGHT. The LED indicator light is usually used on the larger style indicator. Now, because the LED indicator has a very long service life, the lighting effect is very good. Well, now most of the indicator lights are all changed to LED indicators. The advantage of LED indicators is that they can be used for any voltage. According to the user’s needs, the volts can be changed by changing the resistance value of the resistor. The neon bulb indicator is the previous practice. Usually, the neon bulb indicator is used when producing small indicator lights. Its advantage is high-temperature resistance. Now many indicator light bulbs still use neon light.

Where is MINI INDICATOR LIGHT used?

MINI INDICATOR LIGHT is mostly used in home appliances, test benches, distribution boxes, kitchen equipment, etc., especially home appliances, such as water heaters, washing machines, grills, and so on.

How does the LED indicator calculate the resistance to change the voltage?

For example, in LED INDICATOR LIGHT 12V, the voltage drop of the LED is 2V, and the LED current is 10mA (0.01A), and the voltage minus the voltage drop is divided by the current. (12-2)/0.01=1000 ohms and then to calculate the power of the resistance, P=I²R, 0.01²*1000 ohms=0.1W, and then our resistance ¼ watts can be used, so that any voltage can be used the indicator light up. 

How many installation styles are there for LED indicators?

There are two installation styles for the LED indicator, one is the snap-in LED indicator light, the other is the threaded LED indicator light.

How many connection methods are there for LED INDICATOR LIGHT?

There are three connection methods for LED INHALATOR LIGHT. One is the pin type. The pin styles are divided into 2.8MM pins, 4.8MM pins, and 6.3MM pins. Please see the link below.

https://www.indicatorlight.com/8mm-6v-bule-led-flat-head-filn-metal-grill-fryey-indicator-light/

The second connection method of LED INDICATOR LIGHT is a screw connection. You only need to connect the wire to the screw hole and tighten the screw. This is usually used in maintenance or small-quantity factories. Please see the link :

https://www.indicatorlight.com/screw-feet-metal-indicator-light/

The third connection method of LED INDICATOR LIGHT is to bring the indicator light directly out of the wire. You can connect it directly or directly to the terminal. At the same time, FILN can directly connect the terminal to the wire according to the customer’s needs. Please see the link:

https://www.indicatorlight.com/8mm-6v-yellew-led-welding-machine-plastic-indicator-light/

How many installation sizes are there for LED indicators?

There are many installation dimensions of the LED indicator. The installation dimensions in China are expressed in MM, starting from 6MM to 8MM 10MM 12MM 14MM 16MM 19MM 22MM 25MM 30MM 40MM and so on. Europe and the United States are basically expressed in inches, 1 inch = 25.4MM. You can calculate it.

How many colors does the LED indicator have?

The LED indicator can be produced in a single color, red, yellow, green, blue and white, etc.

Can LED indicators be produced in two-color and three-color?

LED indicator lights can be produced in two-color and three-color, and there is a common negative and common positive. we also can make indicator light combine two non-polar led in double color even tri-color. 

Is there a difference between the LED inside the LED indicator?

The LED in the indicator light is like the human heart, which is very important. The quality of LED mainly depends on the chip inside the LED. When the chip is good, the light source of the LED will be much brighter. The lifespan of the basic good LED will be about 50,000 hours. If the non-polar dual-core LED is used, it will be used when DC, there is no need to divide the positive and negative levels, so you don’t need to divide the red and black when wiring, you can connect the wires casually. 

If you need more products, pls feel free to contact us.

Our website www.indicatorlight.com and our email id is inquiry@cnylin.com.cn 

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05/11/2020    Mar Lin

The Best Selling Rocker Switch is KCD4

What is a KCD4 rocker switch?

A rocker switch KCD4 is an on-off switch that rocks back and forth.

When one side is pressed, the other raises with an action similar to a see-saw.

They are easy to use and extremely reliable, making them one of the most common forms of switches used worldwide.

Rocker switches KCD4 house a button for an operation that can be pressed on either end like a see-saw to connect or disconnect an electrical circuit.

The name “rocker switch” comes from the rocking motion that the switch makes when the button is pressed. It is also sometimes called a see-saw switch.

rocker switch

The detailed classification of the Rocker Switch KCD4:

A rocker switch KCD4 is a small high capacity power switch suitable for home appliances and office equipment. Compared with other switches, it is more powerful.

But there are also different types of KCD4 rocker switches.

1. Small capacity non-sealed type

The rated voltage and rated current of this type of ship switch are small. This type of product has three positions. In terms of material, the terminal is usually brass-coated with gold or silver. Long life, up to 50,000 times.

2. Large capacity sealed type

For large-capacity rocker switches, they are more suitable for use in power supplies, and the safety of airtightness is more guaranteed, there are two gears, ON or OFF, and the terminal material is brass-clad tin.

Electrical Ratings 5A 120VAC, 28VDC;

2A 250VAC

Electrical Life 50,000 cycles typical
Contact Resistance <20 mΩ max initial 2-4VDC, 100mA
Dielectric Strength 1500Vrms min
Insulation Resistance > 100MΩ min
Operating Temperature -40°C to 85°C
Storage Temperature -40°C to 85°C
Electrical Ratings 15A 125VAC;

8A  250VAC

Electrical Life 10,000 cycles typical
Contact Resistance <50 mΩ initial
Dielectric Strength 1500Vrms min
Insulation Resistance > 100MΩ min
Operating Temperature -40°C to 85°C
Storage Temperature -40°C to 85°C

The above switch classification is based on the US CIT switch relay.

Technical parameters of rocker switch:

  • Rated working voltage and current rating 3A/6A/15A
  • Working temperature range temperature -25+85℃
  • Contact resistance <0.03 Ω
  • Driving force 1.3+0.5 N
  • Insulation resistance >100 MΩ
  • Life (switch life) 10,000 times

On the right is the production process of FILN rocker switch

 

How many sizes of rocker switches are there?

 

There are four commonly used sizes:

19mm*13mm; 20mm*20mm; 30mm*22mm; 28mm*22mm

 

In addition, it has other rectangles:

10mm*15mm; 15mm*20mm; 12mm*30mm; 31mm*22mm

Common rocker switch size chart

Rocker switch drawings

Which switch is the best-selling rocker switch?

Currently, the best-selling FILN company is the KCD4 rocker switch.

Why are KCD4 series rocker switches selling well?

Because KCD4 is not only exquisite, it also looks particularly beautiful. The current can be made into a large ampere, usually, the buckle installation is also very convenient; and the colors are various and even waterproof, and the waterproof level can reach IP67.

If you are a distributor, this is a very big advantage for rocker switches. It will be described in detail below.

KCD4 series rocker switch surface material:

For the surface materials of the rocker switch, FILN company can produce transparent plastic surface, aluminum surface, silver spray paint surface, black spray paint surface and stainless steel surface.

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Does the KCD4 rocker switch have lights?

 

Yes, both KCD4 and KCD1FILN companies can use LDE indicator lights to make.

The five most common colors on the market are red, yellow, blue, white, and green.

Usually, the red rocker switch means stop; the green rocker switch means normal operation.

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The Best Selling Rocker Switch is KCD4

 

Is the KCD4 rocker switch waterproof?

 

Yes, the KCD4 series produced by FILN can produce waterproof and non-waterproof rocker switches according to different use environments.

The waterproof level of the waterproof rocker switch can reach IP67 level.

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The Best Selling Rocker Switch is KCD4

How many wiring methods are there for KCD4 series rocker switches?

There are three ways to connect the kcd4 rocker switch.

What color is the LED indicator light?

Plastic indicator wiring
  1. The wires can be directly welded firmly to the terminals of the rocker switch.
Boat terminal
  1. Use terminals for connection, generally 2.8 terminals, 4.8 terminals, 6.3 terminals, etc. can be used.
Boat screw feet
  1. The screw pin connection method is also a commonly used connection method.

Answers to questions about rocker switches:

What is the maximum operating temperature of the rocker switch?

The maximum operating temperature of a rocker switch can reach 80℃

What is the minimum operating temperature of the rocker switch KCD4?

The minimum operating temperature of the rocker switch KCD4 can reach -50°c

What is the service life of the rocker switch KCD4?

The service life of the rocker switch is 10,000 times.

What is the maximum current of the rocker switch KCD4?

The maximum current of the rocker switch can reach 250V 30A.

How many functions does the rocker switch KCD4 have?

Rocker switches have different functions, such as:

On-off/on-on/on-off-on/(on)-off/on-(on)/on-off-(on)/(on)-off-(on)

How many voltages does the rocker switch have?

The rocker switch voltage can generate 3V, 5V, 6V, 12V, 24V, 36V, 48V, 110V, 120V, 220V, 250V, 380V, etc.

What is the certification of the rocker switch?

International rocker switch certification includes UL.ROHS.

Can the rocker switch be customized?

Yes, FILN has a strong and very professional rocker switch R&D team.

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Can customers print their logo on the shell of the rocker switch?

Yes, FILN company can customize the rocker switch, and the customer can print the logo on the shell.

If you want to print on the switch button, we recommend that you use a stainless steel surface so that you can clearly engrave your own patterns or trademarks.

If it is a simple logo, it is easier to print it directly on the shell. Many customers do this. Just give us your logo and our pad printing machine will be adjusted according to the size. At the same time, we also accept customization of the connection method.

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For example, some customers require very long cables. In fact, the length of the cable can be adjusted accordingly, and the length of the cable can be adjusted according to the actual situation of the customer.

And some customers will choose split ship switch. You can click on our official website (www.indictaorlight.com) to view the actual specific information of the rocker switch. This is really waterproof because the bottom is used to seal with the glue.

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There are many options for our rocker switches. If you are interested, please send an inquiry to our sales staff: inquiry@cnylin.com.cn and call us +86577-27878383-8029. Our sales staff will be happy to serve you and answer your questions.

We are a factory, we do not have a minimum purchase quantity, our delivery efficiency is very high, if you have good suggestions, please feel free to negotiate with us.

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What is the packaging method of the rocker switch?

This should be packaged according to the type of rocker switch because the size is different, such as the KCD4 series, usually, our packaging is 40 small boxes, 400 a box.

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What is the transportation method of the rocker switch?

FILN provides air and sea transportation. If you have your own freight account, it is better for you, and the cost is usually lower than the local.

How do I know if my rocker switch is broken?

Warning signs of switch failure may include multiple symptoms. The most common is a power failure.

If the power supply is broken, the rocker switch will restart and try to supply power again. Without enough solid power, the rocker switch will lose some power and restart.

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What do the “O” and “—” symbols on the rocker switch mean?

The rocker switch is a rocker switch with two symbols on its surface: “O” and “—”.

They are the international symbols for power “on” and power “off”.

“O” means that the power is off, and “-” means that the power is on.

To turn on the electric washing machine, press “—” on the power switch.

To turn off the electric washing machine, press “O” on the power switch.

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How does the rocker switch work?

When the switch of the rocker switch is turned to the ON position (to the left), the DC motor is turned on and running. When the switch is closed (to the right), the DC motor is no longer energized and shuts down.

Are rocker switches better?
Rocker switches are usually used in high-end new buildings or industrial equipment, while traditional switches are usually used in cheaper new houses.

What is the difference between 2-way rocker switch and 3-way rocker switch KCD4?
In ordinary rocker switches, the two terminals are either connected (as shown in the picture) or disconnected. When they are connected, the rocker switch is in the “on” state. In a three-way rocker switch, the top terminal is connected to one or the other of the bottom two terminals.

What is the difference between a rocker switch and a toggle switch?
This is the main difference between toggle and joystick. The rocker switch is more versatile and suitable for various interior design styles. They tend to look more modern, but toggle switches tend to be more representative.

A little introduction, if you are interested, you can click on our official website to view the details, the installation, testing, drawings and other information of some ship switches.

The method to solve the problem of rocker switch KCD4:
The spring displacement and the aging deformation of the plastic bracket make the switch inflexible.
It can be disassembled after power failure. If the plastic part is not damaged, it may be repaired.

The neutral line inside the switch is straight-through and has nothing to do with the switching element.
Therefore, if the switch jumps to the air switch, the insulation layer of the neutral wire of the switch will be damaged.
You can cut off the damaged part and reconnect the wiring.

Pay attention to insulation to ensure. It is also possible that the indicator pin is short-circuited, just re-wiring.

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Rocker switch application:

Our switches are used in a variety of applications, including HVAC equipment, home appliances, security products, vacuum cleaners and floor care equipment, dehumidifiers, medical systems, audio amplifiers, power supply units, and control panels.

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Please visit our website www.indicatorlight.com to view our comprehensive switch product line. The search function will help you select the desired switch.

If you need more information about what a rocker switch is, please call us. Our sales and technical department will be more than happy to help.

Click on our “Contact Us” page or send an email: inquiry@cnylin.com.cn We look forward to working with you.

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