A mercury switch is an electrical switch that opens and closes a circuit when a small amount of the liquid metal mercury connects metal electrodes to close the circuit. ... The most common is the mercury tilt switch
Miniature mercury tilt switch, encapsulated in a nickel plated steel case. The device is designed to be mounted horizontally and will operate when tilted above or below horizontal. Make to Break changeover is typically within 15°.
Lead Dimensions:
Length: 16 mm
Diameter: 0.46 mm
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- Contact form:
- Normally open
- Switching load: 0.4A 240VAC max
- Contact resistance: 3W maximum @ 3.0V 1 mA
- Maximum break angle: 15° above horizontal
- Maximum make angle: 5° below horizontal
- Body Dimensions:
- Length: 10.2 mm
- Diameter: 4.7 mm
Lead Dimensions:
Length: 16 mm
Diameter: 0.46 mm
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