Looking for a replacement momentary switch for a 230v power tool but the only type I can find that not only looks the same but will also fit into the housing is rated 20A @ 12v and 15A @ 24v.
Will this be fine?
Most power tool switches are not simple switches, but have regulator inside their housing.
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If it is a battery operated tool that variable speed most of them have small circuit board on the switch housing or it external of the switch
But the switch is not a normal type of switch it has multiple switching contacts that have certain travel points for the different speeds
I have use the speed controllers from battery operated tools ( for other purposes ) before but you need to be careful not to hook up the battery power in the wrong way because it not forgiving at all and you will let out the factory smoke and then it all over
I also seen the ones that are 120 volt ones but they are a different puppy altogether and they are not very easy to repair because of having a hard time getting the parts ( sometimes the motor winding are either shorted or the winding is open depending on how the switch failed )
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This switch is def a standard momentary (normally open) type switch. Its a straight forward off/on state, a pivoted pull handle activates the tool and cuts out when released (safety feature).
The tool is 230v mains operated but I am yet to investigate the wiring / circuitry arrangement to confirm power at the switch.
Thanks for your input guys, appreciate it!
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