A toggle switch is a mechanical switch that’s commonly used to control the flow of electricity in electronic devices. They’re characterized by the presence of a manually operated handle or lever which controls the flow of electrical current from the power supply to a device, and they’re commonly used in a variety of electronic devices and applications. But if you’re looking into manufacturing a product where a simple on/off control is needed, you might be wondering what the best toggle switches for 2024 markets are.
Smaller size toggles are often used in devices for telecommunications, networking, instrumentation and medical devices. High power toggles are used in industrial control panels, motor sports vehicles, commercial appliances, restaurant equipment and recreational vehicles. You’ll find both types of toggle switches below.
12 Best Toggle Switches 2024
CONTACT RATING: Dependent on Contact Material MECHANICAL LIFE: 40,000 Make-and-Break Cycles ELECTRICAL LIFE: 6,000 at Full Power CONTACT RESISTANCE: 10mΩ Max. Initial INSULATION RESISTANCE: 1,000MΩ Min. DIELECTRIC STRENGTH: 1,000V RMS at Sea Level OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -30°C to 85°C TORQUE: Max. 5kg·cm (70 ounce·inch) MATERIALS CONTACTS/TERMINALS: Silver or Gold Plated Copper Alloy
CONTACT RATING: Dependent on Contact Material MECHANICAL LIFE: 30,000 Make-and-Break Cycles ELECTRICAL LIFE: 6,000 at Max. Power CONTACT RESISTANCE: 10mΩ Max. Initial for Both Silver and Gold Plated Contacts INSULATION RESISTANCE: 1,000MΩ Min. DIELECTRIC STRENGTH: 1,000V RMS at Sea Level OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -30°C to 85°C MATERIALS / CONTACTS: Silver or Gold Plated
ELECTRICAL RATING: Dependent on Contact Material MECHANICAL LIFE: 30,000 Make-and-Break Cycles ELECTRICAL LIFE: 6,000 at Full Power CONTACT RESISTANCE: 10mΩ Max. Initial for Both Silver and Gold Plated Contacts INSULATION RESISTANCE: 1,000MΩ Min. DIELECTRIC STRENGTH: 1,000V RMS at Sea Level OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -30°C to 85°C MATERIALS / CONTACTS: Silver or Gold Plated Copper Alloy
CONTACT RATING: Dependent on Contact Material MECHANICAL LIFE: 30,000 Make-and-Break Cycles ELECTRICAL LIFE: 6,000 at Full Power CONTACT RESISTANCE: 10mΩ Max. Initial for Both Silver and Gold Plated Contacts INSULATION RESISTANCE: 1,000MΩ Min. DIELECTRIC STRENGTH: 1,000V RMS at Sea Level OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -30°C to 85°C MATERIALS / CONTACTS: Silver or Gold Plated Copper Alloy
CONTACT RATING: Dependent on Contact Material MECHANICAL LIFE: 30,000 Make-and-Break Cycles CONTACT RESISTANCE: 20mΩ Max. Initial for Both Silver and Gold Plated Contacts INSULATION RESISTANCE: 1,000MΩ Min. DIELECTRIC STRENGTH: 1,000V RMS at Sea Level OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -30°C to 85°C MATERIALS/CONTACTS/TERMINALS: Gold Plate Over Nickel Plated Copper Alloy TERMINAL SEAL: Epoxy
ELECTRICAL RATING: 0.4VA Max@ 48V (AC or DC) MECHANICAL LIFE: 40,000 Cycles CONTACT RESISTANCE: 50mΩ Max. initial INSULATION RESISTANCE: 1,000MΩ DIELECTRIC STRENGTH: 500V OPERATING/STORAGE TEMPERATURE: -30°C to 85°C CIRCUIT FUNCTION: SP or DP
ELECTRICAL RATING: 0.4VA, 20V Max. (AC or DC) LIFE EXPECTANCY: 40,000 Cycles CONTACT RESISTANCE: 100mΩ Max. INSULATION RESISTANCE: 500MΩ Min. at 500VDC DIELECTRIC STRENGTH: 500VDC for 1 minute OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -30°C to 85°C SINGLE AND DOUBLE POLE FUNCTIONS: On-On, On-Off-On, Off-On
ELECTRICAL RATING: Maintained Switches: 20A @ 125VAC cULus; 15A @ 277VAC cULus; 2HP @ 125-277VAC cULus; Momentary Switches: 20A @ 125VAC cULus; 15A @ 277VAC cULus; 1.5HP @ 125-277VAC cULus OPERATING TEMPERATURE: 0°C to 85°C STORAGE TEMPERATURE: -20°C to 85°C ELECTRICAL LIFE: 6,000 Cycles CONTACT RESISTANCE: 50mΩ Max. INSULATION RESISTANCE: 2MΩ Min. @500VDC DIELECTRIC STRENGTH: 1,000VAC for 1 Minute
ELECTRICAL RATING: Maintained Switches: 20A @ 125VAC cULus; 15A @ 277VAC cULus; 2HP @ 125-277VAC cULus; Momentary Switches: 20A @ 125VAC cULus; 15A @ 277VAC cULus; 1.5HP @ 125-277VAC cULus OPERATING TEMPERATURE: 0°C to 85°C STORAGE TEMPERATURE: -20°C to 85°C ELECTRICAL LIFE: 6,000 Cycles CONTACT RESISTANCE: 50mΩ Max. INSULATION RESISTANCE: 2MΩ Min. @ 500VDC for 1 minute DIELECTRIC STRENGTH: 1,000VAC for 1 Minute
ELECTRICAL RATING: 24A @ 125VAC cULus; 15A @ 277VAC cULus; 2HP @ 125-277VAC cULus OPERATINGTEMPERATURE: 0°C to 85°C STORAGE TEMPERATURE: -20°C to 85°C ELECTRICAL LIFE: 6,000 Cycles CONTACT RESISTANCE: 50mΩ Max. INSULATION RESISTANCE: 2MΩ Min. @ 500VDC for 1 minute DIELECTRIC STRENGTH 1,000VAC for 1 Minute
ELECTRICAL RATING: 16(8)A @ 125/250VAC, μT55; 20(8)A @ 125/250VAC, μT55; 20A @ 6-30VDC, μT55 ELECTRICAL LIFE: 10,000 Cycles CONTACT RESISTANCE: 50mΩ Max. initial INSULATION RESISTANCE: 50MΩ Min. DIELECTRIC STRENGTH: 1500V RMS OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -10°C to 55°C STORAGE TEMPERATURE: -10°C to 65°C CIRCUIT FUNCTION: SP or DP; 2- or 3-position AGENCYAPPROVALS: cURus DUST/MOISTURE PROTECTION: IP68 PANEL THICKNESS: 1-8mm
ELECTRICAL RATING: 16(8)A @ 125/250VAC, µT 125/55; 20(8)A @ 125/250VAC, µT 125/55; 20A @ 6-30VAC, µT 125/55 ELECTRICAL LIFE: 10,000 Cycles CONTACT RESISTANCE: 50mΩ Max. Initial INSULATION RESISTANCE: 50 MΩ Min. DIELECTRIC STRENGTH: 1,500V RMS OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -10°C to 125°C STORAGE TEMPERATURE: -10°C to 125°C CIRCUIT FUNCTION: SP or DP; 2 or 3 Positions AGENCY APPROVAL: cURus DUST PROTECTION: IP40 PANEL THICKNESS: 1 – 8mm
#1. 100 Series
100 Series miniature toggle switches have multiple termination options: quick connect, right angle PCB pin, solder lug, vertical PCB pin and wire wrap. They are also available as a locking toggle switch or flat lever toggle switch. Actuators come in metal or plastic. See the K1 and K2 actuator options on the PDF data sheet. The 100 Series mini toggle switch offers circuits with up to four poles. These toggle switches are PCB mountable and are available in through-hole or right angle termination. Bushing options for these custom toggle switches include: high torque, non-threaded, threaded and splash proof. Applications for this miniature toggle switch include:
- Telecommunications
- Instrumentation
- Networking
- Medical equipment
#2. 100A Series
The 100A Series miniature toggle switch is sealed to an IP67 rating, protecting it from dust and moisture damage. This sealed toggle switch completes a variety of switching functions with circuits in Single Pole, Double Throw (SPDT) and Double Pole, Double Throw (DPDT) formats. The 100A Series sealed, miniature toggle switches have multiple actuator and bushing options. They also have multiple termination options, including right angle mounting, solder lug, vertical PCB pin mounting and wire wrap. The contacts come in either silver or gold. Applications for this sealed toggle switch include:
- Telecommunications
- Instrumentation
- Networking
- Medical equipment devices
#3. 200 Series
The 200 Series subminiature toggle switch is offered with both Single Pole, Double Throw (SPDT) and Double Pole, Double Throw (DPDT) circuits. These subminiature toggle switches perform both momentary or maintained (latching) functions and come with either non-threaded or threaded bushings. Five different termination options are also available, including a toggle switch mounting bracket for vertical PC board mounting. The 200 Series subminiature toggle switch has an electrical rating of up to 3A of 120-volt alternating current with cURus approval. Contacts are available in silver or gold and can handle both alternating or direct currents. These toggle switches operate in temperatures ranging from -30 to 85°C. Applications for these subminiature toggle switches include:
- Telecommunications
- Instrumentation
- Networking
- Medical equipment devices
#4. 200A Series
The 200A Series subminiature, sealed toggle switch is protected from dust and moisture at an IP67 rating. It is offered with both Single Pole, Double Throw (SPDT) and Double Pole, Double Throw (DPDT) circuits for completing both momentary and maintained (latching) functions. The 200A can be PC board mounted at a right angle or vertically with a toggle switch mounting bracket. Eight different termination options are available and actuator options include metal or plastic. Contacts are available in both silver and gold, with an electrical rating of up to 3A, 120VAC with cURus approval. These toggle switches can handle both alternating or direct currents. Possible applications for these subminiature toggle switches include:
- Telecommunications
- Instrumentation
- Networking
- Medical equipment devices
#5. 200B Series
The 200B Series subminiature, sealed toggle switch is surface mountable and protects from dust and liquids at an IP67 rating. This subminiature switch completes a variety of single-pole, momentary and maintained (latching) functions and is conveniently delivered in tape and reel packaging. 200B Series mini toggle switches come with gold contacts and an electrical rating of 0.4VA of 20-volt maximum alternating or direct current. These toggle switches come with either metal or plastic actuators and operate in temperatures ranging from -30 to 85°C. These subminiature, sealed toggle switches’ applications include:
- Telecommunications
- Instrumentation
- Networking
- Medical equipment
#6. 200R Series
The 200R Series miniature toggle switches are offered with both Single Pole, Double Throw (SPDT) and Double Pole, Double Throw (DPDT) circuits. These mini toggle switches complete a variety of switching functions and can be mounted on the surface, at a right angle or at a vertical right angle. Three different termination options are also available. The 200R Series miniature toggle switch is rated for 0.4VA of 48V maximum alternating or direct current. It operates in temperatures ranging from -30 to 85°C. Applications for these miniature toggle switches include:
- Telecommunications
- Instrumentation
- Networking
- Medical equipment devices
#7. 200U Series
The 200U Series ultraminiature toggle switch is the smallest toggle switch E-Switch offers. It is sealed to an IP67 rating for protection against dust and moisture. With a life expectancy of 40,000 cycles and an operating temperature range from -30 to 85°C, you can count on the 200U Series toggle switch to do its job for a long time. These ultraminiature toggle switches complete single-pole and double-pole maintained (latching) functions with an electrical rating of 0.4VA of 20V maximum alternating or direct current. The 200U Series ultra-miniature toggle switch also has right angle and vertical right angle mounting options with a PC board pin mounting configuration. Applications for this ultraminiature, sealed toggle switch include:
- Telecommunications
- Instrumentation
- Medical equipment
- Networking equipment
- Handheld devices
#8. ST1 Series
The ST1 Series high current toggle switch features a high electric rating of up to 20A of 125VAC with multiple agency approvals. The single-pole circuits on these power toggle switches perform momentary or maintained (latching) functions. The available termination options for this heavy duty toggle switch are tab, screw, solder and wire leads. E-Switch now offers our ST1 Series power toggle switch prewired as an off-the-shelf item. This eliminates the need to add wires on your end, saving you time and money. Possible applications for this high current, power toggle switch include:
- Industrial controls
- Floorcare appliances
- Commercial appliances
- Medical/dental
- HVAC
- Vending machines
#9. ST2 Series
ST2 Series power toggle switches have a heavy duty rating with agency approvals to handle up to 20A, 125VAC. These power toggle switches are accompanied by double-pole circuits capable of either momentary or maintained (latching) functions that operate in temperatures ranging from -20 to 85°C. The terminal options available for this high current, power toggle switch are tab, screw, solder and wire lead. E-Switch now offers our ST2 Series power toggle switch prewired as an off-the-shelf item. This eliminates the need to add wires on your end, saving you time and money. Possible applications for this high current, power toggle switch include:
- Commerical appliances
- Floorcare appliances
- Industrial controls
- Medical/dental
- HVAC
- Vending machines
#10. ST3 Series
The ST3 Series power toggle switch offers a heavy duty electrical rating up to 24A, 125VAC and 2HP, 125-277VAC with cURus approvals. Three-pole circuits perform momentary or maintained (latching) functions in temperatures ranging from -20 to 85°C. The ST3 Series high current, power toggle switch has tab, screw, solder or wire lead terminal options. E-Switch now offers our ST3 Series toggle switch prewired as an off-the-shelf item. This eliminates the need to add wires on your end, saving you time and money. Applications for this heavy duty, high current power toggle switch include:
- Commercial appliances
- HVAC
- Vending machines
- Floorcare appliances
- Industrial controls
- Medical/dental
#11. ST4 Series
ST4 Series sealed toggle switches are rated IP68 for dust and moisture protection and offer single pole or double pole circuit function with 2 or 3 actuator positions. Select from 10 different function options and three electrical rating options. This toggle switch features either a 17mm metal or 22mm plastic bat actuator. The ST4 Series toggle switch also offers four terminal options: 3/16” quick connect, 1/4” quick connect, solder lug and screw terminal. This industrial toggle switch series is UL approved. Common applications for these high power, sealed toggle switches include:
- Floor care and commercial appliances
- Industrial controls
- Medical/dental equipment
- HVAC equipment
- Kiosks for vending and ticket dispensers
- Dashboards on off-road, auto, and boating vehicles
#12. ST5 Series
ST5 Series toggle switches can handle temperatures ranging from -10°C to 125°C. These high temperature toggle switches offer a single pole or double pole circuit function with two or three positions and come in three different electrical ratings. You can select from 10 different function options to fit your requirements. ST5 Series toggle switches offer a 17mm metal or 22mm plastic bat actuator and four terminal options: 3/16” quick connect, 1/4” quick connect, solder lug and screw terminal. The ST5 industrial, heavy-duty toggle switch series is UL approved and offers multiple termination and actuator options. The ST5 toggle switch is also available in both two or three position circuits. Common applications for these high power, high temperature toggle switches include:
- Floor care and commercial appliances
- Industrial controls
- Medical/dental equipment
- HVAC equipment
- Kiosks for vending and ticket dispensers
- Dashboards on off-road, auto, and boating vehicles